2021 news

2021 news from the University of Edinburgh.

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Understanding our admissions process

06 August, 20212021

On Tuesday, 10 August, thousands of offer holders will find out whether they have secured a place…

Edinburgh students launch 100 start-ups in a year

05 August, 20212021

Milestone is highest number recorded among UK’s leading universities.

Welcome Week returns with outdoor events

04 August, 20212021

A number of open-air events will welcome new and returning students to Edinburgh this September.

Steroid could reduce heavy menstrual bleeding

03 August, 20212021

Women who experience heavy menstrual bleeding could have their blood loss reduced by treatment with…

Russian Arctic warming leads to major ice loss

02 August, 20212021

Glaciers and ice caps in two archipelagos in the Russian Arctic are losing enough meltwater to fill…

Stage all set for return of festivals buzz

30 July, 20212021

A captivating array of events is taking place on campus as the University reaffirms its commitment…

Reasonable machines focus of new AI centre

30 July, 20212021

Edinburgh scientists are undertaking a ground-breaking research project that seeks to teach…

Artwork extends hand of friendship post-Brexit

27 July, 20212021

An artwork resounding to the strains of Auld Lang Syne in 28 languages will lament the UK’s…

£7m study seeks green boost for city health

26 July, 20212021

Innovative ways in which nature can help reduce health inequalities in cities will be the focus of…

Key figures recognised with honorary degrees

22 July, 20212021

A diverse array of influential figures have been honoured by the University for their innovation,…