Dolphin senses
St Andrews researchers have found that dolphins have a unique sense of taste that allows them to identify family and friends.
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Dive in and protect the ocean
A chance to meet weird and wonderful sea creatures on an underwater journey is launching at the Wardlaw Museum this week.
Scottish Government Appointment
Professor Bill Austin from the Scottish Oceans Institute (SOI) has been appointed Chair of the Scottish Blue Carbon Forum.
Coronavirus exit strategy
The UK must get real about coronavirus exit strategy prospects says former government scientific advisor Professor Sir Ian Boyd.
St Andrews professors honoured
Three University professors are recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
Sonar affects whale behaviour
Naval sonar can disrupt the behaviour of northern bottlenose whales over distances never previously tested, according to researchers.
Animal cultures
International researchers argue that animals’ cultural knowledge should be considered when planning international conservation efforts.
SOI on Best Breakthroughs list
The global impact of research carried out at the Universities of Abertay, Dundee and St Andrews has been recognised.
Whales use sonic flashlights
A new study reveals that whales, dolphins and porpoises use narrow beams of high intensity sound to echolocate prey.
$10m for University vision
The University has secured an unprecedented $10 million gift from the parents of one of its former students.