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Edinburgh Impact
Experts warn that the nationwide rollout of electrical power could deepen social injustices. However, with smart policymaking, this outcome can be avoided. #EdinburghImpact
Dr Claudia Colesie, a terrestrial ecologist in the University’s School of GeoSciences, travelled with a team of scientists to the unexplored Zavodovski Island, in Antarctica, said to be one of the stormiest places on Earth. #EdinburghImpact
- Gardening linked to staying sharp in later life, study finds
- School AI survey to inform lessons of the future
- 250-million-year-old fossil seen anew with modern technology
Israel and Palestine response
Support and information for staff and students affected by the conflict.
Some 40 outstanding early career researchers have been named as Chancellor’s Fellows from across the University’s three Colleges.
We are a truly global University, making a contribution to the world, through global partnership, community and exchange.
We're committed to contributing to the city of Edinburgh through research, teaching, facilities and events.
Research and teaching
We're ranked 4th in the UK for research power, and have the highest rating possible for our student learning experience*.
We're in the heart of Edinburgh, one of the world's most desirable places to live.
*Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions; Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education Scotland.