Tag: University of Edinburgh
almost 2 years ago
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Doctor, 38, stunned by lung cancer diagnosis and urges public to know deadly symptoms

More awareness of the signs of deadly cancers will prove "crucial" in spotting them early, leading medics have said, ...

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over 2 years ago
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Edinburgh boffins plan futuristic pod travel test track after wowing Elon Musk

The University of Edinburgh’s hyperloop team has already wowed Elon Musk's SpaceX with their ambitious plans for the ...

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over 2 years ago
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Edinburgh University rector says systemic racism 'getting worse' across Scotland

Debora Kayembe shattered the glass ceiling by becoming the first black woman to hold the position at the institution ...

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over 2 years ago
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The school that inspired St Trinian's where pupils danced to learn times tables

St Trinian's may have lacked the anarchy of its fictional equivalent, but Ronald Searle's hell-raising boarding schoo...

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over 2 years ago
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Edinburgh University to 'urgently' sell £1m stake in Russia's largest bank

The capital's oldest university came under fire for its holding in Russian national bank Sberbank but will now instru...

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over 2 years ago
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Edinburgh Uni orders students to leave Russia immediately amid Ukraine invasion

Students have been warned to leave the country as soon as possible after the Kremlin stepped up military action acros...

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over 2 years ago
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Fringe venue firm accused of exploitative job ad offering unpaid 13-hour shifts

C Venues said volunteers would have to provide their own pillow, sleeping bag, clothing and towel, while staying in f...

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over 2 years ago
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Edinburgh Uni staff blast 'penny-pinching' bosses for 'taking away' free teabags

EXCLUSIVE: Bosses at the institution hailed a £61m cash surplus last year as 'fantastic news' but a note pinned to a ...

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over 2 years ago
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Urgent warning to millions of Brits as paracetamol increases heart attack risk

Researchers say patients who have a long-term prescription for paracetamol should be given the lowest effective dose ...

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over 2 years ago
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Edinburgh researchers uncover 'step change' in treatment for ovarian cancer

Experts from the Capital's largest university discovered a drug already freely available to treat those suffering lun...

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almost 3 years ago
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Tragic Edinburgh doctor takes her own life after Covid 'devastated' her health

Professor Fiona Denison, 51, had been a leading and "gifted" obstetrician, however the mum-of-two had suffered immens...

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almost 3 years ago
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Edinburgh student with 'bright and promising future' found dead in flat aged 32

Rodrigo Rodrigues, an Edinburgh University student, was described as a "kind and patient" man after being found at ho...

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almost 3 years ago
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Fourth coronavirus jag 'not yet needed' to protect vulnerable, say experts

The UK’s joint committee on vaccination and immunisation has instead urged the country to step up the third dosage ro...

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almost 3 years ago
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Edinburgh experts find omicron 'less likely' to lead to hospitalisation

Research by scientists at the Universities of Edinburgh and Strathclyde have returned 'encouraging' early data showin...

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almost 3 years ago
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Rare Edinburgh photos from 1950s and 1960s show glimpse of life in the capital

Amateur photographer Robert Blomfield captured a fascinating portrait of the City during a time of social and archite...

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almost 3 years ago
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Photos uncover life in one of the capital's most notorious estates in the 1970s

John Walmsley captured candid scenes from what was then one of Edinburgh's newest housing estates in the summer of 19...

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about 3 years ago
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Edinburgh University outlines plans for A-listed lecture hall roof replacement

The roof of the 1960’s modernist block is said to be in 'poor condition' and will require the removal of remaining as...

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about 3 years ago
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Stunning Edinburgh city centre flat on historic Royal Mile hits the market

The two-bedroom property is on Canongate at the bottom of the iconic Capital street and offers sweeping views across ...

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about 3 years ago
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Edinburgh scientist honoured after breaking barriers for women in medicine

Mary Pickford was told 'women are no use at that kind of thing' when she revealed aspirations to become a medic, but ...

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about 3 years ago
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Edinburgh uni graduate signs Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to investment firm

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are to become 'impact partners' in New York-based Ethic in an effort to convinnce youn...

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about 3 years ago
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Edinburgh Uni 'student bar' cost £7k a day despite being open for just 61 days

Exclusive: The results of an FOI lodged with Edinburgh University has revealed the true cost of a temporary 'Scandi-b...

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over 3 years ago
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Watch Danny McAskill perform awesome gravity-defying stunt in Edinburgh

The legendary stunt rider uploaded a jaw-dropping video of himself clearing a set of ten steps near the University of...

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over 3 years ago
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Incredible Edinburgh doctor discovered the first effective treatment for Covid

The Pride of Scotland awards will be hosted for the second year by Kirsty Gallacher and new host for 2021 Nicky Campb...

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over 3 years ago
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AstraZeneca-jabbed 3 times more likely to get Covid than Pfizer, study claims

Scientists at Imperial College London have used estimates from clinical trial data, including Public Health England, ...

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over 3 years ago
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Edinburgh Uni study discovers certain DNA linked to severe Covid cases

The team found a number of genetic differences in those with sever covid in comparison to others who were healthy.

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over 3 years ago
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Edinburgh University begins removal of 'eye-sore' Bristo Square two-storey bar

The lodge is one of a number of covered structures, known as Student Villages, which were assembled across Edinburgh ...

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over 3 years ago
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Europe's most powerful computer to uncover secrets of universe in Edinburgh

The giant supercomputer could help theoretical physicists reveal the building blocks of our solar system.

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over 3 years ago
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Edinburgh scientists invent game-changing cancer drug that can hunt down cells

Scientists have described the newly-created drug as a 'metabolic warhead' in the fight against the disease.

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over 3 years ago
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Nicola Sturgeon update LIVE as FM prepares to make Scotland level one decisions

The First Minister will announce which, if any, parts of mainland Scotland will move down to Covid protection level o...

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over 3 years ago
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Top coronavirus expert Linda Bauld warns over 'worrying signs' in Edinburgh

The public health professor stated that it would be "difficult" to move the capital into tougher restrictions.

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over 3 years ago
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Tributes flood in for 'inspiring' cancer professor who died from melanoma

Dr Andrew Sims was described as a "very special colleague" who did "everything with a smile" by devastated colleagues.

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over 3 years ago
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Edinburgh Lidl staff 'stopped Chinese shoppers and said cards broke machines'

A teaching fellow at the University of Edinburgh says he's been contacted by students who say they've been subjected ...

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over 3 years ago
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Edinburgh University lecturers given new list of trans 'microinsults' to avoid

The institution says the new guidance, which encourages the use of preferred pronouns, should create a more inclusive...

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over 3 years ago
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Edinburgh woman rushed to hospital after unprovoked daylight attack by group

The 26-year-old was injured after yobs hurled abuse at her before hauling her to the floor

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over 3 years ago
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WATCH: Magician performs daredevil flaming cannonball stunt on Edinburgh Castle

The death-defying walk coincided with the firing of the one o'clock gun and celebrates the return of live performance.

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over 3 years ago
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Rugby stars join Edinburgh study into links between Alzheimer's and athletes

The research hopes to uncover more about the links between head injuries and dementia later in life

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over 3 years ago
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Meet the Edinburgh 'crack addicts' kicking off a cult climbing phenomenon

Bridges over the Water of Leith and Union Canal have become cult phenomenons in the world of crack climbing

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over 3 years ago
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Edinburgh student reflects on 'painfully lonely' experience in quarantine hotel

Rev Michael Okpara arrived in Edinburgh on April 9 and described the 'trying' experience of moving to a country with ...

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over 3 years ago
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A look back at Prince Philip's most controversial quotes on visits to Edinburgh

The Duke reserved some of his more controversial comments for his many visits north of the border over his lifetime.

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