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Global network puts spotlight on quantum software

10 February, 20262026 Data, Digital and AI

Scientists from around the world have joined forces to highlight the critical role that quantum…

Powerful quantum central processor unit on motherboard. Credit- mustafau- GettyImages.

Study sheds light on social media and mental health

10 February, 20262026 Data, Digital and AI Future of Health and Care Research

There is little evidence that the amount of time young people spend on social media is linked to…

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New material could improve electronics

05 February, 20262026 Data, Digital and AI Research

Edinburgh scientists have created a new type of material that could enable common electronic…

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‘Celtic curse’ genetic disease hotspots revealed

03 February, 20262026 Future of Health and Care Research

People from the Outer Hebrides and north-west Ireland have the highest risk of developing a genetic…

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New map reveals cancer mutation effects

02 February, 20262026 Future of Health and Care Research

Scientists have created a complete map showing how hundreds of possible mutations in a key cancer…

Female scientist looking through a microscope in a laboratory

Maths experts join prestigious new academy

29 January, 20262026 Research

Six Edinburgh academics have been recognised for their mathematics expertise by a prestigious new…

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Historic Union set to reopen after renovation

29 January, 20262026

New images showcase the stunning restoration of the world’s oldest purpose-built student union, set…

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Gloves to help robots get to grips with human tasks

28 January, 20262026 Data, Digital and AI Research

Scientists have developed new sensor glove technology that could help robots use their hands in…

A composite image of a gloved hand making a range of different gestures

Native American remains return to mainland US in repatriation first

28 January, 20262026

Edinburgh has completed what is believed to be the first ever international repatriation of…

Back Row (L-R): MCN Press Secretary Jason Salsman, MCN Cultural Technician Abigail Dairaghi, MCN Ambassador Jonodev Chaudhuri, MCN Deputy Secretary of Culture & Humanities Anthony Beaver.  Front Row (L-R): MCN Secretary of Culture & Humanities RaeLynn Butler, Second Chief Duck Creek Ceremonial Ground Scott Stafford, MCN Principal Chief David Hill and University of Edinburgh Principal Professor Sir Peter Mathieson.

AI sheds light on mysterious dinosaur footprints

27 January, 20262026 Research

A new app, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), could help scientists and the public identify…

Scan of a dinosaur footprint from the Jurassic age, Isle of Skye, Scotland. Credit Tone Blakesley.