2020 news from the University of Edinburgh.
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Shrubs and trees take root as climate shifts
Wild, treeless landscapes are becoming more wooded as climate change leads to warming temperatures…
Key study helps young deaf people reach goals
Volunteers are being sought to take part in a study aimed at helping young deaf people achieve the…
Tribute to be unveiled at writer’s former home
A plaque honouring an eminent 20th century writer is to be unveiled at a University institute based…
Data speeds to soar with aid of mini magnets
Tiny, laser-activated magnets could enable cloud computing systems to process data up to 100 times…
Male-killing bugs key to butterflies’ colour changes
It is a spectacular butterfly breed with an intriguing back story … now scientists have revealed…
Masks, myths and magic cast spell at gallery
Alternative perspectives on humanity’s response to the environmental crisis are the focus of a new…
Baldness gene reveals origin of hairy plants
Scientists have solved a puzzle that has long baffled botanists – why some plants on high…
Genetic resistance to lethal virus found in fish species
Resistance to a deadly disease that is affecting the second most farmed fish in the world has been…
App could reduce stress around autism assessment
The stress and anxiety of a potential autism diagnosis could be reduced by a new mobile phone app.
President’s letter reveals his love of farming
He is revered by many as master politician … now a letter written by US President George Washington…
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