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Microbes transform plastic waste into paracetamol
Paracetamol production could be revolutionised by the discovery that a common bacterium can turn…

Scale of how ME/CFS affects blood revealed
People with ME/CFS have significant differences in their blood compared with healthy individuals, a…

New hub uses microbes to turn trash into treasure
A pioneering new hub is set to transform UK manufacturing by converting industrial waste into…

Emotional outbursts in children linked to depression
Young children who struggle to control their emotions and behaviour have more symptoms of anxiety…

Academics celebrated in King’s Birthday Honours
Five members of the University community have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List…

Obituary: Professor Sir Geoff Palmer
The University is deeply saddened by the death of Professor Sir Geoff Palmer, who has passed away…

Bowel cancer cells mimic skin to spread disease
Cancer cells can mimic skin or muscle cells in aggressive bowel cancer to enable them to spread…

University set to host £750m national supercomputer
The University of Edinburgh has been announced as the home of the UK's next national…

Molecule find could pave way for new MND drugs
Scientists have discovered a molecule that could aid the development of new treatments for motor…

AI talent receives boost as scholarships announced
Edinburgh is among the top universities across the UK to be part of a pivotal scholarship scheme…

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