Heriot-Watt University

Research from the Institute of Social Policy, Housing and Equalities Research (I-SPHERE) on behalf of Aberlour, Scotland’s Children’s Charity has revealed that more than £1M is currently owed by Scottish families who can’t afford to pay…

On the 27th of April, 2022, the leadership of five European universities met at the EIT Digital Budapest Co-Location Centre on the Campus of Eötvös Loránd University as part of one of the pilot projects launched within the EIT (European…

3D printing has opened exciting new avenues for engineers and forced product designers to reimagine what is possible. The ability to print complex metallic parts using advanced alloys anywhere in the world is undoubtedly impressive but…

For net zero goals to be achieved, then focusing on industrial clusters is key, writes Mercedes Maroto-Valer, deputy principal (Global Sustainability) at Heriot – Watt University and the lead for the UK Industrial Decarbonisation Research…

This is the first time in two years the popular event will be held in person at the Riccarton Campus in Edinburgh following an easing of Covid-19 restrictions. The Week will celebrate the achievements of staff, students and alumni from…

Different marine industries’ approaches to environmental assessments could harm the UK’s whales, dolphins and seals, according to a new study. Researchers from Heriot-Watt University examined 93 cumulative effect assessments conducted by…

Traditionally, our consumption of the internet has primarily appeared in 2D forms. Computers, smartphones, laptops, and smart TVs are all the first generation of truly connected devices that brought us into experiences together through…

A disruptive new device which is designed to build strength in the muscles of the feet, including the intrinsic muscles inside the foot, is set to launch following an injection of specialist support from Heriot-Watt University.Unveiled to…

Researchers from the Offshore Robotics for Certification of Assets (ORCA) Hub have partnered with EDF to deploy a uniquely customised remotely operated vehicle (ROV) to carry out what is believed to be the first autonomous wind farm…

The holy month of Ramadan is a very special time for Muslims worldwide.Observers break fast each day with an evening meal, a tradition called “berbuka puasa” or “iftar”.This year, we were blessed to be able to celebrate this special month…