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We are a truly global University, making a significant contribution to the world, through global partnership, exchange and engagement.
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Research and teaching
We're ranked 4th in the UK for research power, and have the highest rating possible for our student learning experience*.
An Edinburgh primary school has won a national award in collaboration with the University to encourage pupils to engage with science, technology, engineering and maths.
The theory that cognition – the ability to think and feel – extends beyond the brain to people’s bodies, objects, and even institutions is explored in a new exhibition.
- Periodic Table lights up campus
- Study tracks long term impact of teenage offending
- Rare gas find solves African landscape puzzle
- Wrong advice risk for some memory clinic patients
- Festival showcases discoveries and secrets
- History anniversary focus for New York events
- European Universities Initiative launches UNA Europa
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*Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions; Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education Scotland.