Edinburgh takes historic University Challenge victory
Edinburgh has become the first Scottish institution to win University Challenge in more than 35 years.
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Children fed balanced meals for three months were healthier years later
Children who were fed healthy family meals during a three-month trial remained healthier for years after, a study has found.
Vitamin D deficiency linked to increased susceptibility to MS
Vitamin D can “dramatically” affect the immune system and could make people less susceptible to diseases such as multiple sclerosis, scientists have discovered.
Prostate medicines linked to higher risk of type 2 diabetes, experts warn
Medicines prescribed to reduce the symptoms of prostate disease have been linked to an increased likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes.
Rising number of shops selling cigarettes in poorest areas, research shows
The number of cigarette retailers in Scotland’s most deprived areas is on the rise despite public health efforts to cut smoking, a study has found.
Atoms can exist as both solid and liquid in ‘new state’ discovered by scientists
Scientists examining potassium have discovered a new state of physical matter where atoms can exist as both solid and liquid at the same time.
Zebrafish could be key to Parkinson’s disease treatment
Scientists believe tiny zebrafish hold important clues in the search for treatments for Parkinson’s disease.
Crocodile ancestor dating back 150 million years gives insight into evolution
A newly identified species from 150 million years ago that was an ancestor to crocodiles has given experts an insight into how some animals evolved.
Shortlist for 100-year-old literary prize revealed
A novel inspired by the mind of computer scientist Alan Turing is among the contenders for a historic literary prize.
HPV vaccination linked to ‘dramatic’ fall in cervical disease
The routine vaccination of schoolgirls with the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in Scotland has led to a dramatic reduction in cervical disease in later life, new research suggests.
Shortlist for 100-year-old literary prize revealed
A novel inspired by the mind of computer scientist Alan Turing is among the contenders for a historic literary prize.
HPV vaccination linked to ‘dramatic’ fall in cervical disease
The routine vaccination of schoolgirls with the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in Scotland has led to a dramatic reduction in cervical disease in later life, new research suggests.
Children’s noses hold clues to lung infection risk, study finds
Examining the bacterial makeup of a child’s nose could help doctors improve the diagnosis and treatment of serious lung infections, scientists say.
Children’s noses hold clues to lung infection risk, study finds
Examining the bacterial makeup of a child’s nose could help doctors improve the diagnosis and treatment of serious lung infections, scientists say.
Attentive partners improve long-term health, research suggests
Having an attentive partner can significantly improve your long-term health and even life expectancy, new research suggests.
Consumers asked if they would eat ‘gene-edited’ animals
Consumers are being asked their views on eating meat from “gene-edited” animals as researchers aim to eradicate livestock disease.
Damaging effects of ageing could be prevented, scientists claim
Some of the damaging effects of ageing could be stopped by the manipulation of cells, according to new research.
Dog with suspected brain tumour had needle in neck
A dog feared to have a brain tumour has made a full recovery after he turned out to have a needle lodged in his neck.
Personality types susceptible to depression pinpointed by scientists
A major study into depression involving the data of more than two million people has identified personality types susceptible to the condition.
Two-thirds of children experience early life adversity, study claims
Two-thirds of Scottish children experience early life adversity – such as domestic violence or parental drug misuse – according to a new study.