Heriot-Watt University

Horse mussels in Scotland could be at risk due to gaps between marine protected areas, a new study shows. Horse mussels can grow up to 20cm in length and live for several decades. Their beds are biodiversity hotspots, providing…

Researchers at the National Robotarium, hosted by Heriot-Watt University and the University of Edinburgh, are developing an artificial intelligence (AI) companion that will aid memory recollection, boost confidence and combat depression…

Recent research into sustainable fisheries management by Heriot-Watt University’s Chief Scientist, Professor Michel Kaiser, has received global attention over the last few weeks, culminating in an international panel debate at the…

The selection of Egypt and the UAE to host the COP27 and COP28 conferences in the next two years is expected to kickstart clean energy initiatives and drive international investment into the Arab World’s renewable energy ambitions.“The…

Students continue to hear recommendations about why they should study business. Fortunately, this is not yet another article convincing you of the reasons you should. If you are reading this, chances are you are already interested in…

Scientists from around the world have published data that will help astronomers better understand what they see in space, and model how new stars and planets form. The release is timely: the James Webb Space Telescope should send back its…

The selection of Egypt and the UAE to host the COP27 and COP28 conferences in the next two years is expected to kickstart clean energy initiatives and drive international investment into the Arab World’s renewable energy ambitions.“The…

A ground-breaking research project at Heriot-Watt University is set to be commercialised with funding from Scottish Enterprise’s (SE) High Growth Spinout Programme. The project, which has developed an advanced camera technology with…

Digitalisation is already playing an important role in the energy industry, but more needs to be done for the sector to truly embrace the future of business.The world has witnessed significant advancements in technology, which combined…

Secretary of State for Levelling Up Michael Gove, yesterday (24 February) toured a state-of-the-art research facility for robotics and artificial intelligence in Edinburgh, which is backed by £21 million in UK government funding.Mr Gove…