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The following news articles were published in 2017:  

Professors play key role in assessing research

Personality trait shares genetic link with depression

Influential economist takes up honorary professor post

Masters plan eases visa process

Bid to tackle pesticide poisoning

Exercise at child’s pace boosts learning

Sleep out makes big impact

Festive holidays

Waste treatment costs could limit UK fracking

Study sheds light on meaning of rock art

Steroid study sheds light on side effects of medicines

Music stars band together for dementia concert

Study links extreme weather to human impact

Splashes of bronze add finishing touch to revamped square

£3.8m brings lung imaging devices closer to clinic

530m-year-old fossil eye could be world’s oldest

Algae could feed and fuel planet using hi-tech tool

Seizure study sheds light on lasting brain effects

Homeless people and pets focus of student appeal

Gene experts set to tackle pest control

Law alumnus part of Nobel Peace Prize team

Brain map sheds light on smokers’ habit

Exhibition showcases fascinating fragments

Doctor and rights activist honoured

Queen’s Prize for research to improve women’s health

Quad renamed in honour of wartime heroine

Nerve cell findings shed light on movement disorders

Honorary degree for China’s Vice Premier

Tech advances aid bid for smarter polls

Quest for new drugs could be helped by cell discovery

Halloumi cheese gets a helping hand from science

Gems from archives aired for St Andrews Day

Therapy robots a step closer to reality

Coffee good for our health, study suggests

Brain study sheds light on how dementia spreads

Library designer reflects on landmark’s creation

£10m gift boosts institute’s vision

Warm invite to Carol Service

Winter graduations

Christmas tree to illuminate quad

Brain cell advance brings hope for CJD

Antarctic survey keeps ice loss on the radar

Music and song marks St Andrew’s Day

Space dust may transport life between worlds

Rugby stars take on sports quiz to aid MND research

Students shine at 3 Day Startup

Student co-op praised for re-use efforts

Principal honoured with Edinburgh Award

Search for next Rector begins

Immune finding raises allergy treatment hopes

Carbon nanotubes may pose cancer risk

Chimp study reveals how brain’s structure shaped evolution

Amazon’s recovery limited by climate change

Walkabout app puts city’s literary highlights on map

Russian film festival has contemporary focus

Huawei 5G deal focuses on AI and smart robotics

Heart test safe for global use, study finds

Experts examine illegal puppy trade

Robotics experts focus on industry challenges

City-wide Festival celebrates Gaelic culture

Student Centre designs go on show

Festival director to deliver major lecture

Wellbeing week promotes mental health

Type 2 diabetes linked to shorter lifespan

Service marks Remembrance Day

Pupils inspired to consider their future

TV show gives computers a lead in solving problems

Rare drawings of Edinburgh landmarks go on show

Former PM urges national debate

Festival puts social science in spotlight

Partnership will bring student benefits

Risk of oversharing in conversation increases with age

Football course opens doors for learning

Scots’ Canadian links in spotlight

Student hub re-opens after £6m upgrade

Mystery of dark matter in Halloween spotlight

Partnership opens doors for students from adverse backgrounds

Social media studies need tighter controls

Skulls reveal origin of Canary Isles’ aboriginals

Investment firm aids innovation on campus

Data science boost aids postgraduate research

Big sleep out has bold vision

Dementia healthcare needs a revolutionary rethink

Multi-million investment backs sustainable, low-carbon companies

Heart therapy hope as drug blocks muscle scarring

Event spotlights stories of changed lives

Africa-led research to tackle infectious diseases

Disfigured bear saved after mystery illness

Talk highlights relics’ forensic role

Event highlights pluses of Erasmus scheme

Climate change scholars begin online studies

Digital teaching project has future focus

Acclaimed poet considers her craft

Africa Week

University joins BBC data science partnership

Hardy corals make moves to build reefs from scratch

Biotech company raises $42.5m to treat sight loss

Worms aid quest for asthma therapies

$1bn Chinese biomedical campus opens

Artist’s video work brings new depths to gallery

Scientists help chart neutron star collision

Learning and staying in shape key to longer lifespan

Satellites reveal secrets of hidden ice canyons

Deep mine research to aid future Mars missions

Parasite study paves way for infection therapies

Lecture series puts health in the spotlight

Soft power can bring nations concrete benefits

Households get expert advice to be energy smart

Students set to match profit with purpose

Obesity gap linked to lifestyle, study finds

Brain study reveals how insects make beeline for home

Nerve study shows how cells adapt to repair damage

Monitoring microbes keeps Mars missions healthy

Fossil points to early rise of ancient crocodiles

Social Work celebrates centenary

Acclaimed writer says India and UK can create new chapter

Spotlight on Spanish cinema

Cystic fibrosis study offers therapy hope

Nobel awards for research pioneers

Scientists support African drug resistance fight

Helium in coal seams may aid safe gas extraction

Hi-tech boost for gene research

Drug targeting could aid immune diseases

Teaching under way with Media Hopper Replay

Double success in historic rugby matches

Web trial seeks to make light work of business

£1m investment will be force for social good

DNA finding may shed light on childhood disorder

Scientists join quest for elusive particles

Former PM backs $900bn China deal

Global challenges in spotlight in lecture series

Vet students host landmark ethics event

Safe CO2 storage test aids top research project

Antioxidant could boost cell-based therapies

UK oil and gas reserves may last only a decade

Renowned MP and author marks India Day

Record sales for Edinburgh University Press

Sheep gene study may help breed healthier animals

Online course revisits the saga of the Jacobites

Chemistry student is three-minute marvel

Jet lag drug may aid cancer patients

Fitness trackers could benefit from better security

Changes enhance our student experience

Study helps explain how bacteria form flocks

Brain aging controlled by gene programme

Autism on screen may reinforce stereotypes

Doors open on hidden gems

Smoking bans linked to drop in child hospital admissions

UK cyber security head sees cutting-edge research

Principal to receive city's prime award

Parasite insight may help curb sleeping sickness

Gene study sheds light on middle-age sight loss

Bid to beat cattle disease may aid African farmers

A welcome awaits all new students

Zambian Princess Kasune Zulu gives lecture

Forth crossing dream realised after 200 years

Oil and water may mix under extreme pressure

Students geared up for Hyperloop final

Wing shape helps swifts glide through storms

Forensic team reveals killer’s face

African scholars intake more than doubles

Medical camera sees through the body

£1.5 million boost for cancer centre

Yellow Pencil underlines students’ success

Experts urge action on poisons in Asia

Radio series seeks to enliven and enlighten

Acclaimed author receives honorary degree

Shanghai fashion takes centre stage

Delhi students to perform at Edinburgh Festival Fringe

Immune study points to lung therapies

£5.5m bid to boost livestock health in Africa

Student’s idea leads to Antarctic volcano discovery

Tragicomedy wins top drama prize

Scientists help predict Neptune’s chemical make-up

Global Cultural Fellows build on festivals' promise

Charity to offer pupils summer breaks

Scientists rename prehistoric crocodile species

Pro-vaccine messages can boost belief in MMR myths

Literary awards for tales of love and loss

Gold specks raise hopes for better cancer treatments

Galaxies study sheds light on dark matter

Brain study reveals clues to treating Fragile X syndrome

At the heart of festivals

Masters show puts students in spotlight

Prejudice against black and ethnic Scots "widespread"

Gallery shows wow art festival

Digital Academy set to transform NHS care

Better health is par for the course for golf fans, study shows

Lung diseases targeted by £7m initiative

Snake bite victims urged to seek emergency care

Cell insights suggest how body may spot early cancer signs

Fish reveal clues to healing spinal cord injuries

‘Friendly’ bacteria keep babies’ colds in check

New take on old climate may inform Paris targets

Festival ties flourish in spectacular opening

Show brings unseen Indian art to light

Depression changes brain structure, study suggests

Pupils gain insight into scientific careers

Sparkling springs aid quest for underground heat

Dementia prevention hopes raised by major scan study

Materials study targets industry corrosion and wear

Liver study reveals back-up repair system

Course helps readers share a love of books

History graduate proves age is no barrier

WikiLeaks gave Trump edge in campaign, tweets show

University to play pivotal role in creating Data Capital of Europe

Engineers offer expertise to Rwandan schools

Particle discovery helps solve physics puzzle

Vaccines needed for infant chest infections

Experts call for clampdown on medical tourism

Learning with music can change brain structure

Scientist track formation of massive iceberg

Dangerous ideas at heart of Fringe series

Summer school inspires understanding

Surface of Mars poses danger to life, tests show

Book showcases architectural legacy

Arctic expedition explores climate impact on ocean

High IQ in childhood linked to a longer life

Subjects impact little on poor pupils’ job prospects

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau receives honorary degree

Prize double for chemist in thesis contest

Summer graduations

Experts map hillforts of UK and Ireland

Middle-aged as sedentary as pensioners

GPs key to reducing alcohol harm

University playing vital role in city’s success

Crops’ sweet bribes for ants help them bear fruit

Research forum has global focus

Sun effects on skin reveal eczema therapy clues

Piling on pressure solves mystery about metal

Scientists apply fingerprint test for CO2 storage

Clinics cut pregnancy risks for obese women

Have your say on new student centre

Rugby legend joins quest to tackle MND

Staff recognised in Queen’s birthday honours

Edinburgh hub tackles global economic issues

Student society helps to rehouse refugees

Blue plaque honours GP’s legacy

Film festival celebrates ongoing success

Dynamic DNA protects genes from damage

Huawei deal to advance expertise in data science

Delegates celebrate Erasmus+ scheme success

Stronger ties with China on horizon

Speed limit study to probe if twenty is plenty

Support guaranteed for study abroad students

Runaway success for ECA at Fashion Week

Gallery head takes place on global stage

Major donation marks a lifetime of loyalty

Art students make waves in Venice

Software tool to detect fake online profiles

Bright business ideas earn their rewards

Innovation is key to European network

Drama prize shortlist announced

Scientists step up wildlife crime fight

Expert appointed to develop digital scholarship

EU recruitment shows no sign of slowing

Heart-healing therapy shows promise

Secrets of ageing shared in schools reunion

Olive oil nutrient may help prevent brain cancer

£1.8m heart scan study targets unseen risks

Cigarette study suggests damage to unborn children

Quest for resilient chickpea may aid poor farmers

Dog DNA influences face shape

Sculpture show captures the imagination

Coffee cuts liver cancer risk, study suggests

Degree Show spotlights student talent

Sanctuary walk offers support to refugees

Oyster gene tool set to boost yields

Olympic medallists enter Hall of Fame

Flickr study gives snapshot of coral reefs’ value

£1.2m stroke study probes links with dementia

Hi-tech talks help bring about change

Women drive quest for insights into hidden condition

Researchers identify childhood blindness gene

Drug to tackle lung scarring shows promise

Animal welfare courses earn accolade

Experts seek to shape bright future for North Sea

Autism-linked condition helped by diabetes drug

Scientists pinpoint key bowel disease gene

Clean sweep for boat race team

University spearheads China diabetes care model

Blood study insight could improve stem cell therapy success

Organ signal find could aid quest for treatments

Study targets virus linked to birth defects

Climate change scholarships launched

Geometry at heart of interactive art show

Concert hall showcases treasures of note

Brain cancer study reveals therapy clues

Quit-smoking drug safe for lung disease patients

South East Asia Office launched

Rent guarantee scheme given new lease of life

Eminent scientists join Royal Society

Lung therapy hope for critical illness

Galactic winds slow new star formation

Scanner team award for heart test scheme

Film premieres at Venice art show

Antarctic study sheds light on central ice sheet

Edible insects could cut harmful emissions

Sperm study reveals testes repair cells

Web course takes care of online identity

Satellites show acceleration of Antarctic glaciers

Hard rocks from Himalayas raise flood risk

Events uncover city’s hidden histories

Study reveals pollution risk for heart health

Special status fails to protect forests from illegal tree loss

Gallery head to oversee Ireland's art show at Venice

Heart test changes could save lives

Students’ costumes take centre stage

Lectures explore faith’s political ties

Teaching stars step up for awards

Attitudes to learning may influence mental health

Medic gains assent for Royal post

Carbon removal studies to inform climate policy

Study team in peak condition for Andes trip

Tweet study sheds light on Scots language use

Ancient stone confirms date of comet strike

Diabetes study offers hope for kidney patients

Experts join £250m dementia initiative

Satellite project to track greenhouse gases

Drones can boost African farming, experts claim

Immune discovery points to stroke therapy

Eye cells shed light on jet lag

Upgrade helps supercomputer tackle new challenges

Japan chooses art graduate for Venice Biennale

Cause of fatal childhood disorder revealed in gene study

Students cook up a taste of Africa

Funding backs next phase of Roslin research

Rare artworks donated to gallery

Green spaces good for grey matter

Awards recognise outstanding students

Spy Week events uncover world of espionage

Green cars and bikes get into gear at ECCI

Our relationship with machines in spotlight

Halls given royal seal of approval

£10m deal for animal science innovations

Skeletons evolved as ocean chemistry changed

Students reach high-speed travel contest final

Heart risk heightens for firefighters

Art College events showcase student flair

Hub to help people stay sharp in older age

Course reveals truth about cats and dogs

Government backing boosts cyber security research

Scanner aids research into stroke and dementia

Lung probe aims to cut antibiotic overuse

Walks through city's scientific past launched

Principal’s statement regarding Article 50

FloWave facility sets sights on new horizons

Rugby success for Edinburgh at Twickenham

Study lends insight into brain disorders

Student body wins national award

Tolstoy descendant to give Russian lecture

Purple menu raises funds for epilepsy day

Spread of ages is key to impact of disease

Weekend surgery has no impact on survival

Superbugs in the spotlight

Low-carbon business initiative comes to ECCI

Exciting blend of books makes prize list

Art graduate reveals Venice vision

University makes Science Festival connections

Asthma study finds support saves lives

Hi-tech teaching initiative offers bright future

Pupils help scientists map marine life

Strategy to boost support for mental health

Milestone in bid to build complex organism

University Court seeks new members

Festival ties flourish in spectacular style

Alumni who helped shape South Africa

Astronauts touch down for science training

Starter’s guide to supercomputing unveiled

Charity celebrates research success

World’s top swimming talent splashes down at international event

Motorsport legend praises dyslexia teaching aid

DNA study to probe causes of rare diseases

New Head for College of Science & Engineering

£100m centre seeks global tech solutions

Deep oceans threatened by starvation

Pledge aids bid to understand autism

Pig study tackles major viral disease

Dolly the sheep continues to inspire after 20 years

Students showcase global fight against superbug threat

Workshops add up to a lot of fun

Students and staff gather for festival

Business students compete to make their mark

Fifth of food lost to over-eating and waste

Gene-edited chickens to help preserve rare breeds

Brexit focus for Brussels alumni forum

Events celebrate international diversity

Director appointed to lead The Roslin Institute

Chancellor opens imaging suites

Women’s lecture has health focus

Tiredness partly genetic say researchers

Festival has creative learning at heart

Study prompts rethink on fighting infections

Art expert curates major New York show

Porcelain ladies make their mark in art show

Bluebells may fail to flourish as climates warm

Tests may solve Einstein’s great riddle

Splash of colour raises cash for charity

Funding helps new generation of professionals

Gene study reveals Irish Travellers’ ancestry

Olympian returns to rowing roots

Satellite sheds light on Antarctic glaciers

First borns have mental edge, study shows

Killing rivals makes for happy bacteria families

Dust that formed planets is traced to stars

Events calendar marks LGBT+ History Month

Paracetamol study sheds light on liver damage

Series sets out visions for global change

Strategy seeks to enhance global reputation

Students set for Venice Biennale

Main Library to open 24/7

DNA study pinpoints 14 new childhood disorders

Appointment of next Principal and Vice-Chancellor

Students make plea for basic income

Well-being week puts mental health in spotlight

Drug schemes best way to curb disease threat

Diabetes study to spot linked health problems

Medical student adds voice to NHS finances debate

Sun and memories help ants navigate backwards

Hobbies may help thinking in older age

Crohn’s and colitis study probes relapse triggers

New institute to focus on global cultural links

£1.5m trial for brittle bone therapy

Pig advance could boost prized sperm stocks

Scientists aid forest protection project

When the snow is deep and crisp, but uneven

£24m grant to probe deadly lung infections

Tropics’ biggest peatland at risk

Support for African IT charity made easy

Solar power plan to purify water in India

World’s first national live music census announced

Heartburn pills may be linked to asthma

Study reveals genetic clue to causes of depression

Zebrafish aid quest to treat disease

Staff recognised in New Year’s Honours

Olympian backs smart lifestyle choices

Vet student makes mark in teaching

Study team in peak condition for Andes trip
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