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In 2021, Heriot-Watt University celebrated the 200th anniversary of its founding in Scotland. From its beginnings as the world's first mechanics institute in the heart of Edinburgh, two centuries of ...

Known as Gean, Wild Cherry or Bird Cherry. Native to Europe, North West Africa and Western Asia. Widely cultivated. Grows to 15-32 metres (49 – 105 feet). White flowers in early Spring as the new ...

In the James Nasmyth building, researchers are looking into renewable energy sources, such as wind turbines and how we can catch and store carbon dioxide before it goes into the atmosphere and warms ...

Quantum and photonics are driving a powerful wave of innovation—transforming communication, revolutionising healthcare, and accelerating sustainable solutions. At Heriot-Watt University, we lead this ...

Whether you’re exploring collaborative research, seeking expert consultancy, developing talent through work-based learning, or looking to turn ideas into impact through knowledge exchange, our Global, ...

Equality, diversity and inclusion or ‘EDI’ is about how we acknowledge the lived experience of our diverse community in all that we do, promoting inclusivity, embracing difference and encouraging ...

The Cedar of Lebanon is native to the Mediterranean region. Mature trees can be 40 metres (130 feet) tall. This one is around 18 metres (55-60 feet) high. It stood intact until storms in 2010/11 ...

Heriot-Watt University hosted the Climate Hub from 30 November through 12 December 2023 at the Dubai campus coinciding with the UN Climate Change Conference, COP28, hosted by the UAE. The global Hub ...

There are a small number of contemporary studios available for postgraduate students on campus. Modern, bright and spacious, our studios offer a completely private space with private bathroom, kitchen ...

There are a small number of traditional studio available for postgraduate students on campus. Bright and spacious, our studios offer a completely private space with private bathroom, kitchen and ...