When Will Fowler joined the Spanish department as a lecturer in 1995, the department was very traditional in its approach to teaching and learning. Professor Gustavo San Román was the main Latin Americanist, but…
Studying marine biology at a university in London might not seem the best option, but for Ali Macleod, project manager at Transition University of St Andrews, the connection to the sea has never been far, regardless of…
Most of us don’t get enough of it, even though we spend nearly a third of our lives doing it – and Dr Emma Louise Gale is determined to help us understand sleep better.
When you speak to Lesley Caldwell, one thing becomes clear almost immediately: community is not an abstract concept to her. It’s something lived and tended to, one conversation at a time. As Head of Community…
Professor Tom Brown’s career at the University of St Andrews spans more than 25 years, marked by scientific innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a deep commitment to supporting the research community. Now…
“Academia is a world that goes beyond my data analysis.” Ioana Colfescu’s academic journey has taken her across countries, disciplines and career stages, shaped by a willingness to embrace change and continue learning…
Anna Brattström, Professor of Entrepreneurship in the University’s Business School, tells us how her role is shaping our approaches to education, research and engagement with the wider world.
In 2024, the School of Chemistry launched its first call for the Broom-McIntyre Diversity Fellowship, a three-year independent programme designed to support postdoctoral researchers from backgrounds historically…
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take your research or idea and turn it into a real-world venture? The St Andrews Innovation Fellowship could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Now open for…
Ruth Sanderson, Senior Communications Manager Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs What does your role involve and how long have you been at the University? I’m a Senior Communications Manager working in the…