2023 news

2023 news from the University of Edinburgh.

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Global collaboration to tackle dementia care

29 June, 20232023

The University of Edinburgh is part of a new collaborative research agreement that aims to…

Key figures recognised with honorary degrees

29 June, 20232023

Alongside School ceremonies, individuals are being honoured for their hard work, public service,…

Gene blocks spillover of avian flu to humans

28 June, 20232023

A key human gene has been shown to prevent most strains of bird flu from causing infection in…

Pioneering dementia research project races ahead

28 June, 20232023

Formula One racing legend Sir Jackie Stewart and inventor and engineer Sir James Dyson joined…

Art shows offer fresh takes on marginalised lives

27 June, 20232023

Compelling artworks by major artists, which detail lives lived on the margins, are being showcased…

University’s economic impact worth ten Commonwealth Games

21 June, 20232023

A report into the University of Edinburgh’s economic impact has found that the institution has more…

Statement on the marking and assessment boycott

20 June, 20232023

University of Edinburgh statement on the impact of the UCU marking and assessment boycott:

Drug discovery could aid spinal injury recovery

19 June, 20232023

Scientists investigating potential drugs to improve recovery from spinal cord injury have uncovered…

Academic excellence recognised in King’s Honours

19 June, 20232023

The work of three University staff has been celebrated in the King’s 2023 Birthday Honours List.

Debora Kayembe installed as Rector

16 June, 20232023

Human rights lawyer Debora Kayembe has officially been installed as University Rector.