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New system for detecting bugs in water supply is ‘very significant improvement’

Researchers at Heriot-Watt University said the system will reduce the likelihood and severity of water contamination incidents.

The Independent UK

Lasers ‘powered by sunlight’ could transform space travel, scientists say

The APACE project is attempting to harness bacteria’s natural ability to convert sunlight into energy.

The Independent UK

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Researchers aim to seal 100,000 methane wells in next decade to curb emissions

Rockit, a clean technology company based at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, announced the ambitious plans on Monday.

The Independent UK

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Scottish university to pioneer 'near-unhackable' quantum internet

RESEARCH into a high-security quantum internet which is “impervious” to hackers will progress in Scotland as part of a £160 million investment…

The National (Scotland)

Long, curly hair and loose clothing could cost athletes gold medal – research

A study found hair and clothing can significantly reduce the performance of athletes taking part in long jump and 100 metres.

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Humza Yousaf and King Charles open Scottish university's Dubai campus

FIRST Minister Humza Yousaf has joined global leaders to set out Scotland's ambitions and objectives for COP28 at an opening of a university…

The National (Scotland)

Urgent action needed to combat impact of climate change on healthy ageing: study

Researchers are calling for climate resilient age-friendly cities.

The Independent UK

Deaf scholar promoted to full professor in deaf studies in UK first

Until the appointment of Annelies Kusters, UK had only hearing people as full professors in the field

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Councils struggling to cope with rising levels of homelessness, says charity

Core homelessness includes people sleeping rough, sofa-surfing, and in unsuitable temporary accommodation, Crisis said.

The Independent UK

UK government ignoring housing crisis faced by Roma communities, experts warn

Exclusive: New report finds Roma people continue to face heightened risk of overcrowding and poor housing

The Independent UK

Gordon MacIntyre-Kemp: 'Trying to debunk the independence case made me Yes'

A FORMER right half for Northumberland's under-21 hockey team whose interest in Scottish independence was piqued because he wanted to debunk the…

The National (Scotland)

Converge unveils 100-strong challenge cohort

This year's challenge includes an increasing number of spin-out firms using artificial intelligence technology

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Scottish university launches green hydrogen innovation centre

Hydrogen technology firms Logan Energy and PlusZero join collaboration consortium

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Development partner sought for new Heriot-Watt innovation hub

The plan to expand the university's current research park could create up to 10,000 jobs

The National (Scotland)

Red squirrel conservation efforts need a rethink, report suggests

NEW research and a five-year study of red squirrel behaviour indicate that conservation efforts targeting one of Scotland’s most-loved species…

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Calls to rethink red squirrel conservation strategy

NEW research and a five-year study of red squirrel behaviour indicate that conservation efforts targeting one of Scotland’s most-loved species…

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The Independent UK

AI and robots used to enable faster detection of UTIs

Researchers from both Edinburgh University and Heriot-Watt University are working on the project.

Insider UK

Scientist awarded £2.5 million to advance quantum communications

Scottish professor is one of only four academics in the UK to be recognised through the Royal Academy programme

The National (Scotland)

Research suggests ‘shocking race disparity’ in homelessness risk

BLACK people face significantly greater risk of homelessness in the UK, research has suggested.

The Independent UK

Experience of racial discrimination linked to elevated homelessness risk – study

The report found ‘overwhelming’ evidence that people from black and minoritised ethnic communities experience disproportionate levels of homelessness.

The National (Scotland)

Scotland's first black professor wins prestigious Edinburgh award

A HUMAN rights campaigner and Scots professor emeritus has won a prestigious award for his dedication to Scotland’s capital city.

The Independent UK

University’s new laser system could help astronomers in the hunt for exoplanets

Researchers at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh have developed the new system – powered by a laser similar to the laser pointers sold in shops.

Daily Record

Scots man lurked in changing rooms as kids got ready to swim

Peter Ridges was caught on CCTV popping in and out of changing cubicles and following children around Perth Leisure Pool, and has since been suspended by his employer while an investigation is launched.

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