Tag: Science

Isle of Rum rocks to play a key role in Mars space mission

News

Angus Coleman - July 31, 2023

ANCIENT rocks from the Isle of Rum are playing an important role in an international space mission to discover more about Mars. A group of...

Lab-grown algae sprouts new sustainable uses

Environment

Georgia Abbott - July 26, 2023

A NEW approach to growing algae in Scotland could offer a sustainable boost for the aquaculture and agriculture sectors. By providing locally sourced alternative protein...

The power of pee: Scientists investigate urine as a renewable power source

Environment

Georgia Abbott - July 12, 2023

SCIENTISTS are investigating the capabilities of elements found in human urine to power waste water treatment facilities. Experts at The James Hutton Institute are...

Scots uni research reveals diabetes outcomes across ethnicities

Health

Angus Coleman - June 19, 2023

RESEARCHERS from the University of Dundee have made an important discovery that helps explain differences in diabetes outcomes across ethnicities. The researchers, led by Professor...

Scottish seaweed sparks idea to boost electric vehicle batteries

Business

Heather Campbell - April 17, 2023

SCOTS Marine Biopolymers and The University of Glasgow’s School of Chemistry have received funding from the Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC). The funding has come...