Science

SCHOLARS from the Edinburgh College of Art (ECA) have unearthed a musical score from the 16th century amongst the pages of Scotland’s first printed book.  The rare find originates is...

RESEARCH by the University of Dundee is being carried out in the hope that it can help fight digital crime. The university is looking for people across Scotland to take...

UTILITIES and information and communication will be the leading industries driving economic growth in Scotland’s three main cities. Aberdeen, Glasgow, and Edinburgh will see these industries dominate their economic growth...

RESEARCHERS from Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) have found an alternative light source that could reduce our need for fossil fuels. Researchers from SRUC and the Empa (Swiss Federal Laboratories for...

Drones, DNA profiling and ultra-sensitive listening devices are being deployed in conservation efforts safeguarding the UK’s forests as the battle to reverse biodiversity decline and manage climate change goes hi-tech....

A TEAM of scientists, including experts from Heriot-Watt University, is spearheading development of solar laser technology designed to provide sustainable power for space missions. Drawing inspiration from photosynthesis in nature,...

Digital apps get a bad rap for disconnecting families, but one company has come up with an idea that reconnects generations by combining technology with print Once upon a time...

NEW endometriosis awareness campaign fronted by a Scottish entrepreneur is aiming to raise £1m of funding for a research project into the condition Marie Macklin OBE has launched #TALKENDO in...

Total net greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union dropped by 8% last year, new figures reveal, meaning that greenhouse gas pollution in the 27-country bloc is now 37% below...

NEW research published by Who Cares? Scotland reveals a significant wage gap of up to £10,000 for care experienced individuals compared to their non-care experienced peers. The report highlights that...