2020 news

2020 news from the University of Edinburgh.

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Scientific research bids earn €10M of EU funding

14 December, 20202020

Highly prestigious and competitive awards funded by the European Union to support scholars in…

Genes could be key to new Covid-19 treatments

11 December, 20202020

Potential treatments for Covid-19 have been identified after the discovery of five genes associated…

Young doctors to train in musculoskeletal disease

11 December, 20202020

The Universities of Edinburgh and Glasgow are joining forces to train young doctors in research…

Festive Holidays

10 December, 20202020

For the 2021 festive period, the University will close at 5pm on Thursday 23 December 2021, and…

Rising star awards for leading scientists

10 December, 20202020

Two Edinburgh scientists have been recognised as rising stars in their fields after winning…

University leads sector on animal research openness

08 December, 20202020

The University has received a Leader in Openness Award in recognition of its sector-leading efforts…

Fans show confidence in return to sports events

07 December, 20202020

Fans have confidence in organisers of sports events to keep them safe at fixtures, a study shows.

Carol service to take place online

04 December, 20202020

The University’s annual Christmas celebration of songs and music will take place virtually this…

Sports stars support concussion initiative

04 December, 20202020

Two leading figures from British sport are backing a research-led initiative to raise awareness of…

Students play their part in fight against Covid-19

02 December, 20202020

Students are being asked to help protect their families and communities by booking a Covid-19 test…