Partnering with Ghana to Promote Bio-Enterprise
The University of St Andrews has hosted a delegation of Ghanaian academics from the University of Health and Allied Sciences and University of Cape Coast.
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Research at St Andrews often leads to changes or improvements in non-academic impact areas such as public debate and understanding, technology, culture, policy and laws, health and welfare, the economy, and the environment among others. Find out more about how some of our research has led to measurable impact here and on the Research and Innovation Services Research impact: help and resources webpages. The latter also offers tips, advice, funding opportunities, and useful links from the Research Impact Team to help you engage with research impact.
Supporting Victims of Terrorism
The Handa Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence (CSTPV), one of the pioneers of terrorism studies, uses its research to improve government responses to terrorism and their support of its victims.
Speeding Up Abstract Algebra
Researchers from the School of Computer Science have been integrating their work on key mathematical structures into leading software for computational abstract algebra.
Banging the Drum for Samoan Cultural Heritage
By recording the musical knowledge found across Samoa’s islands, researchers hope to celebrate the heritage they find while retaining its diversity.
Motorcycling as Peacebuilding
The motorcycle taxi sector is the largest employer of young people in Liberia. Dr Jaremey McMullin works to mend their violent relationship with the police.
Developing a Sustainable Future for Guinea Fowl Farming
Guinea fowl are crucial to the food supply chain of Africa, and researchers are helping to improving the stability of guinea fowl farming as a source of income and nutrition.
Beyond Fact or Fiction: Enhancing Documentary Discussions
In their research at the Department of Film Studies, Dr Leshu Torchin and Dr Philippa Lovatt have expanded the limits of how documentary can be understood and studied.
Adolescent Health Research from National to International Levels
The HBSC, led by researchers from the School of Medicine, has been critical to understanding and reducing the risks to adolescent health.
The Future of Public Transport is Fuelled by Hydrogen
The discoveries Irvine and Smith made regarding hydrogen fuel production have been vital to Scottish advances in sustainable public transport.
Biocultural Heritage and Community Voice in Amazonia
St Andrews researchers including Dr Althea Davies collaborate with indigenous groups and institutions around the world to fully articulate the significance of their traditions.