Planetary Health
Our Planetary Health research is concerned with studying the state of Earth’s natural systems and our impact on them. A solutions oriented, transdisciplinary field, focused on analysing and addressing the impacts of human disruptions to Earth’s natural systems on human health and all life on Earth.
Our Ambition
By 2033, we will be an authoritative resource in the design, implementation, and evaluation of complex social and biologic interventions, directed at the future security of the planet.
Our Team
Our Strengths

World-leading medical virologists
The University of Glasgow has the greatest concentration of medical virologists in the country and a unique partnership with our diverse one health community who have the highest quality of outputs for their research in the UK.

Helping fight the climate crisis
Planetary health investigates disruptions caused by human activities, such as climate change and non-sustainable resource extraction. Our research aims to implement actions that foster harmony between our environment and society.

Biodiversity research
The University of Glasgow, renowned for its international standing in one health research, is embarking on a transformative journey to understand and solve the intricate linkages between human, animal, and ecosystem health.

Global research connections
We have strong, long-term partnerships with many emerging scientific and research institutions across the globe in animal health, zoonotic disease, vector ecology, urban ecology, one health, and veterinary diagnostics.
Our Impact
Planetary Health research in the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences is tackling key global issues facing our planet. Learn more about our journey.
Together, For the World
The University of Glasgow promotes a collaborative research environment where all world changers belong. Join #TeamUofG and you’ll become part of a welcoming and international community of more than 9,000 talented people. We’re investing in our organisation, and we’ll invest in you too. You've seen what we can do, now we want to hear from you.
- Our Ambition, Your Future
- Our Strengths, Your Path
- Our Impact, Your Community
Our World, Your Future
Collaboration within our community is at the heart of our College Futures. Our interwoven themes provide a welcoming supportive community as well as ample opportunity for collaboration. Explore our College Futures to discover how we're making a difference, together.

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25 MarResearchers at the University of Glasgow have secured industry sponsorship to accelerate the pre-clinical development of a novel precision therapy which may one day offer a new treatment option for patients living with cancers such as Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) and Neuroblastoma
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19 Mar
Four out of five males in prison have a history of head injury
New research has found that four out of five males in prison have a history of significant head injury, with many having been exposed to repeated head injuries over time -
17 Mar
University of Glasgow attends pivotal Global Sustainable Transition Summit
Professor Iain McInnes, Vice Principal and Head of the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, represented the University of Glasgow at the Sustainable Markets Initiative flagship ‘Terra Carta Roundtables & Exhibition’, held at Hampton Court Palace on the 10th and 11th March 2025. -
17 Mar
UofG Partner MR CoilTech Wins Innovative Collaboration Award
The University of Glasgow’s Living Laboratory programme is proud to celebrate its partner, MR CoilTech, for winning the Innovative Collaboration Award at the 2025 Scotland’s Life Sciences Awards.