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Researchers receive funding to explore the mystery of cell movement

02 December, 2025

A project led by Professor Andrew Goryachev, in collaboration with the University of Wisconsin-…

Axolotl lab to support human health research

01 December, 2025

A new research facility dedicated to axolotls – remarkable creatures known for their ability to…

New target in fight against resistant infections

19 November, 2025

The discovery of a new mechanism of resistance to common antibiotics could pave the way for…

Denise Affleck wins the Edinburgh Technician Award

22 October, 2025

Denise Affleck has won The University of Edinburgh's 2025 Technicians Award for Contribution…

Does reforestation help or hinder soil’s carbon storage?

24 July, 2025

A project to examine how reforestation affects the soil and its ability to tackle climate change,…

Researchers receive funding to boost the shelf-life of vegetables

15 July, 2025

A project led by Professor Steven Spoel and Dr Lindsay Williams has been awarded funding by the…

What a relief! Microbes transform plastic waste into paracetamol

23 June, 2025

Paracetamol production could be revolutionised by the discovery that a common bacterium can turn…

New hub to harness magic of microbes to turn trash into treasure

19 June, 2025

A pioneering new hub is set to transform UK manufacturing by converting industrial waste into…

Secret to identifying British plants revealed by new website

28 May, 2025

A new website has been launched to help members of the public to identify UK wild flowers and…

Professor Dónal O’Carroll elected a Fellow of the Royal Society

19 May, 2025

Professor Dónal O'Carroll has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society, in recognition of…