2020 news

2020 news from the University of Edinburgh.

News listing

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Lost digits point to spread of parrot-like dinosaur

06 October, 20202020

A newly discovered species of toothless, two-fingered dinosaur has shed light on how a group of…

Scholarships for disadvantaged Black students

06 October, 20202020

The University has joined a new foundation to increase Higher Education access for 100 students…

Edinburgh entrepreneurs win prestigious awards

02 October, 20202020

An Edinburgh researcher and a recent graduate have won top prizes in Converge, the prestigious…

Black History Month marks 10th anniversary

01 October, 20202020

Staff and students across the University are organising a series of events to celebrate Black…

Vibrant carnival production wins drama prize

29 September, 20202020

An energetic play about the experiences of two best friends during a carnival of Caribbean culture…

Artwork delivers key insights into gig economy

28 September, 20202020

Engaging performance art, commissioned by the University, is exploring how the so-called gig…

Partnership serves global healthcare solutions

28 September, 20202020

A project to equip nurses and midwives to tackle global healthcare challenges has been launched at…

Patients’ breathing test comes up short on accuracy

28 September, 20202020

A routine test used to monitor patients’ breathing may be unreliable and putting them at risk, a…

Virtual Doors Open Day reveals city landmark

25 September, 20202020

Previously unseen images of one of the capital’s most loved buildings will be revealed this weekend.

Common pelvic pain drug is ineffective, study finds

25 September, 20202020

A drug that is regularly used to treat chronic pelvic pain in women has been found to be no more…