Research and innovation

Latest research news

Read our latest news to discover how research at Edinburgh is making an impact on the wider world.

Tool detects early signs of motor neurone disease

A technique identifying the signs of motor neurone disease (MND) in humans earlier than current tests has been discovered, research reveals.

Gum and old fridges aid bid to cut plastic waste

Discarded chewing gum and old fridge parts are to be recycled in an Edinburgh-led initiative to improve sustainability in the healthcare sector.

Children may overestimate smart speakers’ abilities

Children overrate the intelligence of smart speakers – such as Alexa, Siri or Google Home – and are uncertain if the systems can think like humans or not, research suggests.

Innovators triumph at national knowledge exchange awards

Winners gather on stage at the Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards 2024
Projects developed by University teams and individuals have been recognised at a national awards event.

Lowered red meat intake would hit climate goals

Large amount of food grouped on rustic wooden table. Includes dairy, meat, fish, bread, pasta, beans, fruit, veg.
Scotland could make significant progress towards its climate change targets by reducing meat consumption in line with existing dietary advice, research shows.

Checking womb condition could curb cancer risk

Graphical representation of a womb, highlighted in red and orange on a blue body
Improved patient care is needed to reduce cancer risk among women with a condition that causes excessive thickening of the womb lining, research shows.

Search our news archive

Search for news articles published since 2008.

News archive