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

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

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'.

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

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

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

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

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

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 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.