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2022 news from the University of Edinburgh.

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Tidal blade facility at leading edge of green energy testing

12 May, 20222022

The world’s first rapid testing facility for tidal turbine blades, which researchers say can speed…

Research rankings confirm Edinburgh as world leader

11 May, 20222022

Edinburgh’s position as one of the UK’s leading research universities has been reaffirmed by the…

University announced as Festival’s long-term home

11 May, 20222022

The Edinburgh International Book Festival has announced that it will take residence at the…

Fluorescent probe can track cancer drug progress

10 May, 20222022

Early diagnosis and treatment of cancer patients could be helped by new imaging technology that…

University network strengthened on Europe Day

09 May, 20222022

An alliance of leading research universities has been strengthened by the addition of two new…

Art historian honoured by French Government

09 May, 20222022

An Edinburgh art historian has been honoured with the highest cultural award in France for his…

Quantum computing leap paused as older devices excel

05 May, 20222022

Quantum advantage – the moment when quantum computers can solve problems classical computers find…

Costumes command centre stage at dazzling show

03 May, 20222022

Magnificent costumes from classic children’s books, The Box of Delights and a Stephen King novel…

University ranks sixth in UK for positive impact

28 April, 20222022

The University has ranked among the world’s top institutions for its social, environmental and…

Risk of dementia in former footballers to be studied

28 April, 20222022

A new research study is to investigate ways to reduce the risk of dementia in former professional…