Dundee scientists to research better food preservation to help tackle waste
Scientists at a Dundee university have been awarded a grant to pursue groundbreaking research into better food preservation to help tackle waste.
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Cancer trial making ‘real changes’ to survival rates for patients
A pancreatic cancer trial that aims to match patients with more targeted and effective treatments for their tumours has recruited its 100th patient.
Rabbits attracted to plants bursting with genetic goodness, scientists find
Rabbits prefer to eat plants rich in DNA, scientists have discovered.
Hammond in £200m boost for scientific research
The Chancellor is to unveil plans for a £200 million investment in cutting-edge scientific research when he delivers his Spring Statement on Wednesday.
‘Proud’ female scientists mark International Women’s Day
Female scientists have warned there is still “work to do” to reach equality in the field, as they celebrated their achievements on social media on International Women’s Day.
Charities work together on brain science in bid to reduce conflict
Two charities have created a partnership to help young Scots better understand their brain science – and in turn improve mental and physical health and reduce conflict.
Life partners often unwittingly chosen with similar health risks, study reveals
People unwittingly tend to choose a partner who is likely to have a similar life expectancy, according to new research.
Global climate change targets unlikely to be met, research suggests
Global targets to limit climate change are unlikely to be met due to delays in changing the way people use land, according to new research.
Chimp gestures are underpinned by human language rules, according to new research
CHIMPANZEE sign language apes the way humans communicate, research has shown.
Fire at University of St Andrews was accidental, say police
A major blaze in a science building at the University of St Andrews began accidentally, police believe.
The Honest Truth: Shedding some light on the science behind our relationship with the sun
FROM our sleep cycles to our immune systems, we all depend on it for our very existence.