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AI finds drugs that could fight ageing and age-related diseases

Finding new drugs – called “drug discovery” – is an expensive and time-consuming task. But a type of artificial intelligence called machine learning can massively accelerate the process and do the job for a fraction of the price.

The Conversation

Social media could be as harmful to children as smoking or gambling – why is this allowed?

A consensus is emerging among experts that apps such as Snapchat are bad for children’s health, says Devi Sridhar, global public health at the University of Edinburgh

The Guardian - UK

Adult Human Female filmmakers launch crowdfunder for legal action against union

THE directors of a film whose two screenings at Edinburgh University were cancelled after protesters blocked the entrance to the venue have launched…

The National (Scotland)

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‘We’re collateral damage’: marking strikes hit students’ graduate careers

After struggling through degrees hindered by Covid, those affected by boycott now say they face missing job opportunities

The Guardian - UK

Study discovers spectacular patterns found in 407-million-year-old plant

Researchers found Leaf arrangements in the earliest plants differ from those in most modern plants, casting doubt on a long-held theory about the origins of a well-known mathematical pattern found in nature. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Graduates given no degree classification at some universities

Final-year students at some Scottish universities are facing a “devastating” end to their studies after finding out they would not receive…

The National (Scotland)

Frantic Edinburgh students turned up to exams not knowing if they could sit them

Hundreds of students were sent an email on Monday which informed them they would have to wait to find out their final classification with lecturers striking in search of better pay.

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Record year for investment into smaller Scottish businesses, despite market challenges

The University of Edinburgh ranks third behind Oxbridge for investment into UK spin-outs

Insider UK

Don’t blame scientists for what went wrong with Covid – ministers were the ones calling the shots

As the UK inquiry kicks off, it’s the people in power who should be under the spotlight, says Devi Sridhar of the University of Edinburgh

The Guardian - UK

NatWest and the University of Edinburgh launch new innovation centre

NatWest Group and the University of Edinburgh have announced the launch of a new innovation centre...

The National (Scotland)

NatWest and Edinburgh University launch new innovation centre

The five year project will be funded for the first two years by a £2m commitment from the banking group

Insider UK

Former Edinburgh law building could be demolished for student accommodation

A pre-application notice has been submitted to the council detailing plans for the vacant building at 140 Causewayside to be bulldozed and replaced with a block of student flats

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh biotech secures seed investment

Gabriel Investments, Apollo Investment, Scottish Enterprise and the University of Edinburgh back start-up

Insider UK

Shortlist announced for world’s oldest literary prizes

The James Tait Black Prizes have been awarded by the University of Edinburgh for more than a century.

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Astronomers spot galaxy 25 billion light years away using James Webb telescope

The discovery, now known as GS-9209, may contain a big clue as to how galaxies evolve

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh scientists discover massive star-studded galaxy with a 'big surprise'

A team of experts from the University of Edinburgh discovered a 'massive and densely packed' galaxy, which sits 25 million light years away from earth - and were surprised to find a 'massive black hole'.

Daily Record

Ancient star-studded galaxy found as Scots experts lead 'surprising' discovery

The cosmic discovery of galaxy GS-9209 was led by experts from the University of Edinburgh.

The Guardian - UK

Alzheimer’s drugs are a ray of hope. They must be accessible to all, not the wealthy few

There are now two impressive possible treatments for this form of dementia. But concerns remain over cost and potential side-effects, says Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh

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Testing twice 'will identity more cases of bowel cancer' says new study

A study has found that doing two tests a fortnight apart increases test accuracy to nearly 100%

The Independent UK

‘Double testing’ helps identify more bowel cancer cases

The accuracy of detecting bowel cancer is increased to almost 100% by carrying out a common test twice.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh University launches puppy programme to help student wellbeing

The University of Edinburgh has launched a new student programme, which will provide a unique style of support for students who suffer from stress and anxiety through their degrees.

The Independent UK

Dogs to play lead role in university’s project for student wellbeing

The University of Edinburgh has launched a programme providing a new style of support for students suffering from stress and anxiety.

The Conversation

Obesity speeds up loss of immunity from COVID vaccines – new research

COVID vaccines are very effective, but for some groups they don’t generate as strong an immune response. These groups include older adults and people with weakened immune systems, for example due to cancer or other medical conditions. They tend to already be at heightened risk from COVID.

Edinburgh Live

Gutted Edinburgh student 'might not get work marked' after spending £36k in fees

The boycott began on April 20 at the University of Edinburgh and 145 UK universities after employers failed to produce an improved offer in the pay and conditions dispute.

The National (Scotland)

Edinburgh University bosses 'disappointed' following Adult Human Female cancellation

UNIVERSITY of Edinburgh bosses have said they are “disappointed” that the rescheduled screening of a controversial film which debates whether…

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