2020 news from the University of Edinburgh.
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Virtual show has vigour and vision of real thing
A vibrant new wave of creative talent is showcasing its skills as never before in Edinburgh College…
ME gene study to shed light on causes
The world’s largest genetic study into ME has been launched following a multi-million pound funding…
Possible light sparked by colliding black holes
Astronomers have seen what could be the first ever light flare detected from a black hole merger.
Major funding award for Edinburgh FinTech centre
A world-first collaboration between the University of Edinburgh, FDATA and Fintech Scotland has…
Cancer study shows cause of complex mutations
Fresh insights into why some harmful substances are so efficient at causing cancer could aid the…
Exercise prevents millions of early deaths
Some four million early deaths are being averted worldwide every year by people being physically…
Forest loss escalates biodiversity change
The loss of forests around the world is causing far reaching change, with significant gains and…
Home blood pressure test eases GP demand
Patients who need a blood pressure test might not need to visit their GP thanks to a digital system…
Epic books vie for UK’s oldest literary prizes
A dazzling array of books showcasing themes such as crossing borders, identity and personal…
Clues to ageing in map of brain cell links
Striking images of some five billion brain cell connections have been created by scientists,…
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