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% Wales Online · May 17, 2023
‘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. The Independent UK · May 17, 2023
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. Edinburgh Live · May 15, 2023
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 Independent UK · May 15, 2023
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. The Conversation · May 12, 2023
AI could help improve heart attack diagnosis, study suggests Doctors could soon use an algorithm developed using AI to diagnose heart attacks with better speed and accuracy than ever before, research suggests. The Independent UK · May 11, 2023
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. Edinburgh Live · May 11, 2023
Converge unveils 100-strong challenge cohort This year's challenge includes an increasing number of spin-out firms using artificial intelligence technology Insider UK · May 10, 2023
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… The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2023
Trans rights protesters block viewing of controversial gender critical film at Scots uni for second time A number of trans rights protestors showed up to oppose the film ‘Adult Human Female’ being shown at the University of Edinburgh. Daily Record · Apr 27, 2023
Adult Human Female screening cancelled for second time as activists block entrance THE planned screening of the controversial film Adult Human Female at the University of Edinburgh has been cancelled for a second time ,,, The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2023
'We feel alone': Transgender students speak out over Adult Human Female screening TRANSGENDER students at the University of Edinburgh have said they feel “alone” as a result of the university’s decision to host the screening… The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2023
Three universities in Scotland named among the 'most beautiful' in Europe The "most beautiful" universities throughout Europe "according to science" have been revealed, and two unis in Scotland are included in the top 10. Daily Record · Apr 25, 2023
University of Edinburgh in bid to pay 'reparations' after links to slavery discovered Academics are working with a team of researchers to trawl historical archives to build a picture of the university’s involvement in Atlantic slavery and colonialism Daily Mirror · Apr 25, 2023
Insider UK · Apr 18, 2023 University seeks AI innovators for latest accelerator This year’s programme is open to applications until 15 May - and will begin in the autumn
The Week · Apr 17, 2023 Sanofi: the new protein-based Covid vaccine to be used in the UK The University of Edinburgh’s Neil Mabbott on the vaccine technology being used for Covid booster jabs from this month.
Edinburgh Live · Apr 13, 2023 Edinburgh University alumni and TV star Judith Miller dies aged 71 The Antiques Roadshow expert and University of Edinburgh alumni Judith Miller has been praised in a sentimental tribute, after she passed away aged 71 after a short battle with illness.
Edinburgh Live · Apr 8, 2023 Eight Edinburgh film locations used in Hollywood blockbusters and how to find them Locations in and around the surrounding areas of Edinburgh have been used, from dark alleys down the Royal Mile to Princess Street. There has been at least one camera team present over the years near you.
The National (Scotland) · Apr 7, 2023 New test to improve ability to predict diabetes risk in advance of any symptoms A NEW test analysing changes to DNA in the blood can improve the ability to predict a person’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes within a decade,…
The Independent UK · Apr 6, 2023 New test could help identify risk of developing type 2 diabetes earlier Scientists from the University of Edinburgh made the discovery.
The Independent UK · Mar 27, 2023 Brain discovery ‘aids understanding’ of high blood pressure link to dementia It is the first time that experts have pinpointed the exact regions of the brain affected.
The Independent UK · Mar 24, 2023 Student rushed to hospital with ‘pulled muscle’ diagnosed with rare cancer Elena Espinosa Cabrera, 20, was revising for her medical school entrance exams when she went to A&E with pain in her abdomen
The Guardian - UK · Mar 23, 2023 Covid struck and Britain locked down. Here’s what we learned from that – and what we must do next time Three years on, it’s clear the public wants to move on from the trauma. But this is too important to forget, says Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh
The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2023 Student rushed to hospital with ‘muscle strain’ diagnosed with rare form of cancer Elena Espinosa Cabrera, 20, was revising for her medical school entrance exams when she went to A&E with pain in her abdomen
Wales Online · Mar 23, 2023 Women reporting change to periods after Covid jab are wrong, scientists say Experts say the vaccine does not change periods, but catching Covid can