Don't miss @lbcnews.bsky.social at 5:50pm today to hear from our own Prof Mercedes Maroto-Valer. She will be sharing her thoughts and hopes for the upcoming #COP30. #HeriotWattUni

What can COP30 achieve? Hear Heriot-Watt's Professor Mercedes Maroto-Valer: tinyurl.com/mrtzjr23 (Listen from 22:20) #COP30 #ClimateAction #ClimateCrisis #HWUsutainable

Interested in being an engineer? Here's what's possible at Heriot-Watt University. Read more here: tinyurl.com/bdvu23sd #nationalengineeringday #royalacademyengineering @raeng.org.uk @HWU_EPS

A breakthrough laser technique could improve the tech used by astronomers to hunt for planets, and will soon be tested @SALT_Astro . More here: tinyurl.com/2kznhv4d #astronomy #frequencycombs

In a world first, Heriot-Watt University has launched a groundbreaking online course dedicated to Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) — tackling one of the root causes of climate change. 👉https://tinyurl.com/mrxbhj8m #SustainableHWU #HeriotWattUni

Congratulations IDRIC! Winner Research Institute of the Year 2025 More here: tinyurl.com/5n6e8fdm #HeriotWattUni

Is #seafood being unfairly singled out in the microplastics debate? Prof Ted Henry discusses this in an interview with the Canadian radio station, CBC Listen. Interview here: tinyurl.com/58hv7ubk

Exciting development: @scottishrugbyblog.co.uk by Men's Sevens programme moves to full-time operations at Oriam. Another milestone in the growing partnership between Scottish Rugby and Scotland's Sports Performance Centre. More here: tinyurl.com/mwkr6epp #HeriotWattUni

Prof Stephen Euston has found a greener way to extract protein from rapeseed waste using eco-friendly solvents. His method boosts yields from 15% to 53% — a big step towards sustainable protein sources. Read more: tinyurl.com/s3spcxuv #HeriotWattUni #SustainableHWU

Today, we celebrated the life and legacy our our late Chancellor, Professor Emeritus Sir Geoff Palmer KT OBE. More here: tinyurl.com/3r8tx2b2 #HeriotWattUni

Seafood has been unfairly singled out in the microplastics debate, according to new research from Prof Ted Henry. His review finds that people are more exposed to microplastics from indoor air or bottled water. Read more here: tinyurl.com/6exum96m #Microplastics

86% of surgeons say blood obscures visibility during operations, increasing mistakes. What if nature had the solution? Our scientists found that sawflies cut selectively without sensors, which could revolutionise surgical tools and reduce patient harm. tinyurl.com/yx4wkdk8

#Human decisions and actions are a key factor in #transport systems. #TransiT’s human factors lead Guy Walker explains why this matters for transport planning and modelling More here: tinyurl.com/38d5a6db #HumanFactors #Psychology #Transport #DigitalTwin

Managers want to support disabled & neurodivergent staff but lack tools, according to Professor Kate Sang's new report. She recommends simple measures to help workplaces retain talent - read more tinyurl.com/3d35j9cu #Inclusion #Neurodiversity #HeriotWattUni #EPSRC

We're marking major milestones in China, celebrating 10 years with Xidian University, 5 years with Ocean University of China, and the launch of two new Joint Education Programmes shaping the future of industry and society. More here: tinyurl.com/ufm2ev6h #HeriotWattUni

Cosmic dust is spongier and fluffier than thought, says Prof Martin McCoustra and his international colleagues. These “fluffy little sponges” may be key to star & planet formation – and even the origins of life. Read more tinyurl.com/u8e9heky #HeriotWattUni

Heriot-Watt has climbed the league tables! We’re now ranked 39th in the UK in The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 — up from 51st last year — and named runner-up Scottish University of the Year. More here: tinyurl.com/mpkezjpu #HeriotWattUni

Four global thought-leaders have been shortlisted for the $75,000 Panmure House Prize — one of the world’s largest awards in financial research. Good luck to the finalists: 🔹 Joshua Pearce 🔹 Killian Huber 🔹 Pedro Gomes 🔹 Tima Bansal tinyurl.com/yyvdnefb

Huge congratulations to Sir John Ball, Professor of Mathematics at @heriotwattuni.bsky.social, on being awarded a prestigious fellowship from the Institute for Advanced Study. More here: tinyurl.com/m7zctpf9

Ever wondered what gives Scotch its smoky soul? Heriot-Watt’s Dr Ruaraidh McIntosh dives deep into the peat debate—how it shapes flavour, heritage & the climate questions. Listen here: www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...

🎉 We're delighted to announce the five finalists for this year's Bhattacharyya Award, celebrating impactful, sustained collaboration between academia and industry across all disciplines. Meet this year's shortlist: raeng.org.uk/news/some-of... #RAEngAwards

Thousands of kitchen items donated by our students this summer are now helping new arrivals settle into uni. Well done to everyone involved! tinyurl.com/mvdawcte #HeriotWattUni

Researchers at @heriotwattuni.bsky.social & @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social have won a prestigious #APEXAward to tackle the environmental impact of single-use diagnostic devices in healthcare. More here: tinyurl.com/59wxnjvt #HeriotWattUni #MedTech

Our Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Richard A. Williams, CBE FREng FTSE FRSE, has announced he will retire in September 2026 after more than a decade of distinguished leadership. Read more: shorturl.at/HpSvf #HeriotWattUni

Today’s A-Level & T-Level results are in. At 11:25am, Ruth Swan, our expert in student recruitment, will join @lbcnews.bsky.social to share what the results mean, key insights, and advice on your next steps. 📻 Don’t miss it! #HeriotWattUni #ALevelResults #TLevelResults

New research from our Edinburgh Business School & Queen’s Business School shows the #GreatIrishFamine had surprising long-term effects on health. Despite malnutrition, some survivors were taller, not shorter, due to "selection" over "scarring."👇 tinyurl.com/yc2zcz92 #HeriotWattUni

New modelling from the Lyell Centre shows kelp forests could slash wave heights by up to 70%, protecting Scotland’s coast from flooding & erosion. Nature’s own flood defence could play a vital role in climate resilience 🌿 More here: tinyurl.com/ms78wt7j #SustainableHWU #HeriotWattUni

HGV operators are being urged to help shape the future of zero-emission freight in Scotland. The Centre for Sustainable Road Freight @heriotwattuni.bsky.social need route data to identify where ~40 more BEV truck charging sites should go. 🔗More info: tinyurl.com/3kwm3b4d

New survey led by Heriot-Watt aims to uncover the true scale of bullying and sexual harassment in the UK’s research & innovation sector. If you work in the sector share your experience via this confidential survey. More here: tinyurl.com/384pfz3a #HeriotWattUni

#Chemistry advances are driving industrial carbon capture technologies, finds new research by @heriotwattuni.bsky.social and American University of Sharjah. More here: tinyurl.com/k6cnubj3 #SustainableHWU #CarbonCapture #CO2 #NetZero #ClimateTech

Congratulations to our 3 Heriot-Watt research teams for their funding from the Royal Society of Edinburgh, which supports #research to tackle society’s most pressing challenges👏 More here: tinyurl.com/bdeavasu #HeriotWattUni #ResearchExcellence #ResearchImpact @royalsoced.bsky.social

Today is #ClimateEmergencyDay, a moment to reflect, act, and demand transformative change. The Climate Clock shows just 4 years to limit warming to 1.5°C. Read why this moment matters, from leading expert Prof Mercedes Maroto-Valer: tinyurl.com/57p7zjbv #HeriotWattUni

PhD researcher Tess Watt is using AI + Raspberry Pi tech to diagnose skin cancer offline, empowering patients in remote areas to get faster, life-saving diagnoses. More here: tinyurl.com/pb5k3u87 #HeriotWattUni @epomm.bsky.social

Clubs, schools & day centres could help to make #health and #care more accessible, finds new research with ‘seldom-listened-to’ people, led by Heriot-Watt University More here: tinyurl.com/5csk9wx3 #SocialInclusion #Heathcare #SocialCare #SocialSciences #Arts #Humanities #NHS #EduSky @ukri.org

Groundbreaking new research by @i-sphere.bsky.social finds Black families have to disguise their identities to avoid #discrimination in housing, employment & essential services More here: tinyurl.com/2etwp8ny #HeriotWattUni #Homelessness @raceontheagenda.bsky.social @crisis-uk.bsky.social ‬

Our #energy and #sustainability expert Mercedes Maroto-Valer has joined the UK #government’s new Science and Technology Advisory Council to help guide energy security and net zero policies More here: tinyurl.com/atjwfpdh #SustainableHWU #NetZero #EnergySecurity #Decarbonisation #CleanEnergy

Our Edinburgh Business School #economists are proud to have been collaborating for 18 years on the Energy Institute's prestigious Statistical Review of World Energy, published today 🌎 More here: tinyurl.com/bdctchtb #HeriotWattUni #StatsReview #WorldEnergy2025 #EnergyInstitute #RenewableEnergy

In 1995, the UK’s first solar roof home was built. Designed by Prof Sue Roaf, Professor Emeritus at Heriot-Watt, the Oxford Ecohouse was decades ahead of its time. More here: tinyurl.com/ekr2uvj6 #HeriotWattUni #SustainableHWU

Proud to award Honorary Degrees to Dr Omar Shaikh, co-founder of @finance4change.bsky.social and Maggie Brünjes, CEO of @homelessnetscot.bsky.social as part of our 2025 summer graduations this week. More here: tinyurl.com/mtvpmfbc #HeriotWattUni #HWUGrads #ClassOf2025

#ClimateChange could be altering the taste of your #gin🍸 New research from @ICBD_HWU reveals that changing weather patterns impact the flavour of juniper berries, gin's key botanical ingredient. Read more: tinyurl.com/2zk97by3 #SustainableHWU #Gin #Distilling #Research

Caitlin Cummings graduates today with a first-class Master’s in Civil Engineering — a remarkable achievement after enduring the loss of her father and brother. A story of resilience and strength. 💪 tinyurl.com/mvryaeev #HeriotWattUni #HWUGrads #ClassOf2025

Congratulations to our newly graduated quantity surveyor Sarbari Trivedi, who urges all #women to follow their dreams 💫👏 More here: tinyurl.com/r85wex7c #HeriotWattUni #HWUGrads #Classof2025 #QuantitySurveying #Construction #MSc #Degrees

Thanks to The Herald for highlighting our latest policy paper 📰 Scotland can lead the global robotics revolution—especially in healthcare. More here: tinyurl.com/bde56666

#Kayakers and #paddleboarders enjoying Scotland's coastlines may be unknowingly disturbing marine mammals, according to new research led by Heriot-Watt University 🦭🐋 More here: tinyurl.com/mu7crkpm #SustainableHWU #MarineConservation #MarineWildlife #WaterSports #EduSky #AcademicSky

#Dumfries student Bronwyn Jeffries, who graduates today, has rediscovered her love of ice skating through the Heriot-Watt University Ice Skating Club ⛸️⛸️ More here: tinyurl.com/bdf5bh4h #HeriotWattUni #Graduates #Classof2025 #IceSkating #BusinessDegrees #Languages

Don’t miss this free global webcast on world #energy, at 2pm on 26 June. Our Edinburgh Business School #economists are proud to have been collaborating on this prestigious publication for 18 years 🌍 #HeriotWattUni #EnergyInstitute #StatsReview #WorldEnergy2025 www.energyinst.org/whats-on/sea...

New research from our Institute for Social Policy, Housing, Equalities Research shows stark #ethnic disparities in West Midlands #homelessness. But innovative #prevention practices are beginning to work across the region. More here: tinyurl.com/32brjpy2 #HeriotWattUni #SocialPolicy

It is with great sadness that we share the news that our esteemed Chancellor and renowned humanitarian, Professor Emeritus Sir Geoff Palmer OBE, has died.  Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.   #HeriotWattUni

We've been ranked 3rd in Scotland and 25th in the UK in the latest Complete University Guide👋 More here: tinyurl.com/2v7jpp72 #HeriotWattUni

Well done to our civil engineering student Corey Boyle for being named ICE Scotland Emerging Engineer 2025 by the Institution of Civil Engineers Scotland. 👏 More here: tinyurl.com/4pykyvfw #HeriotWattUni #CivilEngineering #RailInnovation