2020 news from the University of Edinburgh.
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New group will boost impact of Edinburgh research
Edinburgh is to be a founding member of an international initiative that will increase the social…
Blood iron levels could be key to slowing ageing
Genes that could help explain why some people age at different rates to others have been identified…
Early warning system to spot overlapping threats
Edinburgh scientists are working with the United Nations to develop an early warning system to spot…
Wildlife checks vital to avoid future pandemics
Global wildlife experts are calling for improvements to how pathogens – organisms that cause…
Experts call for sustainable city recovery
Investment in jobs, community wellbeing and net zero transport are among proposals made by an…
Debates examine role of arts in Covid recovery
People from around the world are being invited to take part in a series of online events which will…
Data reveals effect of pandemic on ceasefires
The Covid-19 pandemic has not paused conflict around the world – despite calls for a global…
Historical figure’s slavery links in spotlight
Scholars are to debate the slavery links of a key historical figure whose statue has prompted…
Emerging trends in Higher Education examined
University leaders are to hold a public event to discuss the role of higher education in tackling…
App boosts role of women in peace processes
A mobile app has been launched to help embed women’s rights in peace negotiations in the Arab world…
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