College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences

New Year honours for the University of Glasgow

Sat, 31 Dec 2016 01:00:00 GMT

Academics from the University of Glasgow have been recognised in the New Year Honours list.

Glasgow and Malawi joint healthcare project wins £2 million funding

Fri, 30 Dec 2016 10:28:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow and Malawi's College of Medicine have won £2m over five years to support a joint healthcare project.

University of Glasgow scientists will share in an £8m boost from Cancer Research

Tue, 20 Dec 2016 06:00:00 GMT

Scientists in Glasgow are set to receive a major cash boost from leading charity Cancer Research UK.

Alzheimer's Advance: study in mice show new drugs that restore memory loss and prolong life

Mon, 19 Dec 2016 22:00:00 GMT

An international team of scientists has announced a new advance in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease by identifying a new drug target for not only improving symptoms of brain degeneration – but also to extend the life-span of the terminally ill mice.

UofG awarded over £1m from new Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF)

Fri, 16 Dec 2016 16:00:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow has been awarded over £1m from a new £1.5Bn Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF).

Scotland’s first 7T scanner arrives at the QEUH

Sun, 27 Nov 2016 13:21:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow, in partnership with NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, has taken delivery of Scotland’s first ultra-powerful 17.5 tonne 7 Tesla (7T) MRI scanner.

Professor Anna Dominiczak collects damehood at Buckingham Palace

Sun, 27 Nov 2016 13:23:00 GMT

Professor Anna Dominiczak, Regius Professor of Medicine, Vice-Principal and Head of the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, was today made a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace.

Fish oil supplements may improve muscle function in older women

Wed, 16 Nov 2016 10:36:00 GMT

Taking omega-3 supplements could improve muscle function in older women, potentially increasing their quality of life into old age and preventing unnecessary falls and loss of independence.

Heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes may combine to worsen thinking skills

Wed, 16 Nov 2016 08:00:00 GMT

Research from the University of Glasgow shows that people who have a cardiometabolic disease perform worse on mental tests of reasoning, memory and reaction time.

UofG included in £19M BBSRC programme to deliver industry-led PhD training

Mon, 14 Nov 2016 09:57:00 GMT

The BBSRC (Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council) has announced £18.9M of funding to support world-class industry-led collaborative doctoral training through Collaborative Training Partnerships (CTP).

Research shows ‘vital’ emergency service response continues alongside national drug overdose programme

Mon, 07 Nov 2016 08:00:00 GMT

Researchers evaluating the impact of a national public health programme, aimed at reducing drug-related deaths, have found no clear association with a decrease in ambulance attendance to drug-related overdoses.‌

£3.75 M Wellcome Trust Institutional Strategic Support Fund awarded to UofG

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 10:23:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been awarded a third Wellcome Trust Institutional Strategic Support Fund (ISSF), worth £3.75 million over 5 years.

Top ten universities conduct a third of all UK animal research

Thu, 27 Oct 2016 09:59:00 BST

The ten UK universities who do the most world-leading biomedical research* have announced their animal research statistics, revealing that they collectively conducted a third of all UK animal research in 2015.**

UofG researchers join international ZikaPLAN initiative

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 15:49:00 BST

Scientists from the University of Glasgow have united with 25 research organizations to fight Zika Virus and build long-term outbreak response capacity in Latin America.

Scotland and UofG at forefront of global genomics initiative

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 11:28:00 BST

The University of Glasgow is part of a new collaboration in genomic medicine sees Scotland join AstraZeneca’s global genomics initiative – further demonstrating Scotland’s ability to attract major industry projects.

Inaugural symposium for Molecular Pathology Node highlights importance of precision medicine

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 09:19:00 BST

The inaugural annual University of Glasgow MRC Molecular Pathology Node symposium highlighted the importance of a collaborative approach to precision medicine.

UofG scientists to test if stroke drug could repair damage caused in MS

Tue, 11 Oct 2016 08:00:00 BST

New research will find out if a drug used for stroke patients could offer hope for people living with multiple sclerosis.

Effects of multiple concussions in retired rugby players later in life

Fri, 07 Oct 2016 09:10:00 BST

There continues to be concern about the long term effects of concussion and repeated concussion in athletes, including boxers and rugby players who may sustain several concussive injuries throughout their career.

Common high blood pressure meds affect mood disorders

Thu, 06 Oct 2016 14:38:00 BST

Four commonly prescribed blood pressure medications may impact mood disorders such as depression or bipolar disorder, according to new research from the University of Glasgow.

MVLS achieves a 100% success rate for its Athena SWAN Award applications!

Thu, 06 Oct 2016 09:00:00 BST

The College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences achieved four more awards in this round with a success rate of 100% compared to the national average of 65%.

Full-length genome sequencing of Zika from a patient could help unlock the virus’s secrets

Wed, 05 Oct 2016 14:51:00 BST

The Zika virus outbreak in the Americas has transformed a previously little-known virus into a World Health Organization (WHO) declared global public health emergency.

University to share in £17.7 million funding for new healthcare technologies

Thu, 29 Sep 2016 11:13:00 BST

The University of Glasgow is one of four universities to benefit from research programme grants, totalling £17.7 million, that will develop new technologies to address the health issues of an aging UK population, Universities and Science Minister Jo Johnson has announced.

Major collaboration including CRUK and UofG to trial new combination of immunotherapy drugs

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 16:20:00 BST

Cancer Research UK has today announced its first cross-company deal as part of its Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre (ECMC) Combinations Alliance.‌

Scientists discover how insect-borne viruses ‘suppress’ the immune system to cause disease

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 07:00:00 BST

Arboviruses – viruses transmitted by insects such as mosquitoes – pose a considerable threat to both human and animal health. Despite that, not enough is known about the complex interactions between the virus and the host, particularly in the early stages of infection.

Professor Sarah Cleaveland honoured by the British Veterinary Association

Fri, 23 Sep 2016 07:00:00 BST

Professor Sarah Cleaveland has been honoured by the British Veterinary Association (BVA) for her “outstanding contributions to veterinary science” and named as a “true champion of One Health” research.

Scientists discover sleeping sickness can also be transmitted and spread via the skin

Thu, 22 Sep 2016 09:50:00 BST

Scientists have made an important new discovery in the study of Human African Trypanosomiasis, more commonly known as African sleeping sickness.

Fish stress if they can’t socialise

Thu, 22 Sep 2016 09:25:00 BST

Scientists have discovered that coral reef fish can stress and lose weight if they are separated from their mates on the Great Barrier Reef.

Vitamin D levels in pregnant women could be linked to some learning disabilities in children

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 09:14:00 BST

Learning disabilities are more common in children who were conceived between January and March – the time of year when there is insufficient sunlight to produce vitamin D – according to a new study led by the University of Glasgow.

Stem cell research could lead to treatment breakthroughs

Tue, 20 Sep 2016 15:10:00 BST

Scientists have discovered a new way to replicate the regenerative power of stem cells in the lab, which could lead to powerful treatments for injuries and diseases.

University of Glasgow receives £2.8m regenerative medicine award

Thu, 15 Sep 2016 09:34:00 BST

Find A Better Way is pleased to announce a £2.8m grant to the University of Glasgow’s Institute of Molecular Cell and Systems Biology and School of Engineering to fund advances in regenerative medicine.

Precision medicine breakthrough for Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia

Thu, 15 Sep 2016 09:15:00 BST

Scientists at the University of Glasgow have made a second significant breakthrough in the treatment of chronic myeloid leukaemia – using precision medicine to kill more than 90% of chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML) stem cells.

Glasgow scientists study adrenaline to help beat stroke

Tue, 13 Sep 2016 16:53:00 BST

Scientists at the University of Glasgow are investigating how our ‘fight or flight’ mode plays a part in causing an abnormal heart rhythm, called atrial fibrillation, which markedly increases the risk of having a stroke.

Scientists use ‘genetic forecasting’ to predict future invasions of vampire bat rabies virus

Tue, 13 Sep 2016 08:00:00 BST

Scientists have been able to use genetics to predict future outbreaks of vampire bat rabies virus (VBRV) on the Pacific coast of South America within four years – a scenario potentially affecting wildlife conservation, agriculture and human health.

Lifetime Achievement Award for Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak

Fri, 09 Sep 2016 13:30:00 BST

Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak, Regius Professor of Medicine, Vice-Principal and Head of the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, won the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Inspiring City Awards at the Radisson Blue Hotel in Glasgow.

Pancreatic cancer trial to make tumours more sensitive to treatment

Mon, 29 Aug 2016 10:06:00 BST

Cancer Research UK launch a first-of-its-kind pancreatic cancer clinical trial, with UofG research as chief investigator, to make cancer cells more responsive to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

Simple polymer could unlock more effective bone regeneration treatments

Sat, 27 Aug 2016 00:01:00 BST

A new technique developed by biomedical engineers could help to unlock the full potential of a promising treatment for bone regeneration, creating better therapies for spinal injuries, bone grafts and other orthopaedic surgeries.

Sea habits of migratory birds highlight conservation need in the Canary Current

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 07:00:00 BST

Scientists have tracked the behaviour of seabirds migrating across the Atlantic to better understand how these animals use the marine environment and find out where they might come into conflict with human activities.

Major grant awarded to new professor to discover how to design new medicines for the treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 09:26:00 BST

Professor Andrew Tobin, an expert in protein receptors in the brain whose research is focused on the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, will join the University of Glasgow’s College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences (MVLS) in September.

Secretary of State for International Development, Priti Patel MP, visits Zika lab

Wed, 10 Aug 2016 14:15:00 BST

The University of Glasgow today welcomed the new Secretary of State for International Development, Priti Patel MP, to its MRC Centre for Virus Research (CVR).

Is it good research? New online tool launched to help people tell good science from bad.

Mon, 08 Aug 2016 10:13:00 BST

New online tool launched to help people tell good science from bad.

New drugs hope to fight neglected tropical diseases

Thu, 04 Aug 2016 14:56:00 BST

Scientists say they are a step closer to providing effective treatments for three “neglected” diseases after making a chemical which can kill the parasites that cause the illnesses.

At least one in ten young people in Britain report a recent distressing sexual problem

Wed, 03 Aug 2016 09:00:00 BST

Around one in ten young men and one in eight young women in Britain who are sexually active have experienced a distressing sexual problem lasting at least three months in the past year, according to new research published in the Journal of Adolescent Health.

Researchers identify how a single gene can protect against causes of neurodegenerative diseases

Mon, 01 Aug 2016 09:00:00 BST

New research has identified how cells protect themselves against ‘protein clumps’ known to be the cause of neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and Huntington’s disease.

Stroke is largely preventable, with hypertension confirmed as biggest risk factor, according to global study

Sat, 16 Jul 2016 07:30:00 BST

Ten potentially modifiable risk factors account for 90% of strokes worldwide, but regional variation should be considered, says a new global collaborative study published in the Lancet and co-authored by Peter Langhorne, Professor of Stroke Care at the University of Glasgow’s Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences (ICAMS).

Global study links obesity to premature death, with greatest effect in men

Fri, 15 Jul 2016 14:40:00 BST

A study of 3.9 million adults published in The Lancet has found that being overweight or obese is associated with an increased risk of premature death.

Analysis of milk using new technologies has identified potential biomarkers of mastitis, enabling real-time diagnostics and targeted therapeutics

Fri, 15 Jul 2016 14:24:00 BST

Scientists from the University of Glasgow and the Moredun Research Institute have published data from a comprehensive analysis of the changes that occur in milk during mastitis caused by a bacterial infection of the udder.

Researchers say focusing on sugar in the fight against global obesity could be misleading

Wed, 13 Jul 2016 08:00:00 BST

Scientists from the University of Glasgow have concluded that focusing health messages on sugar in isolation may mislead consumers on the need to also reduce overall calories, including those from fat.

Malaria nets effective in reducing insecticide-resistant mosquitoes’ lifespan

Tue, 12 Jul 2016 07:00:00 BST

African malaria mosquitoes considered to be “highly resistant” to insecticides may not be as invincible as previously thought.

University of Glasgow researcher receives support from the FDA for Chronic Kidney Disease test

Fri, 08 Jul 2016 14:41:00 BST

An early stages test for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), developed by the University of Glasgow’s Professor Harald Mischak, has received a letter of support from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Topping-out ceremony takes place at Glasgow’s new ground-breaking Imaging Centre of Excellence

Fri, 08 Jul 2016 11:21:00 BST

A celebratory topping-out ceremony took place today for the new University of Glasgow £16m Imaging Centre of Excellence (ICE) building on the grounds of the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

Physical activity offers greater health benefits to those with naturally low fitness levels

Thu, 07 Jul 2016 07:30:00 BST

A high level of fitness – the ability of the body to deliver oxygen to the muscles so that they can do work – and a high level of strength are both known to be associated with reduced risk of mortality.

Nanokicking research stars at Royal Society exhibition

Mon, 04 Jul 2016 17:30:00 BST

Nanokicking stem cell research at the University of Glasgow will play a starring role at a prestigious Royal Society Summer Exhibition.

Out of the mouths of babes: Researchers go straight to the source to understand the lives of children

Thu, 30 Jun 2016 07:30:00 BST

Researchers have taken the unusual step of gathering information first-hand from seven-year-old children to get a better understanding of what makes young children feel good about their lives

Dr Heather Ferguson awarded Zoological Society of London Scientific Medal

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 15:43:00 BST

The Zoological Society of London Scientific Medal has been awarded to Dr Heather Ferguson, from the Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health and Comparative Medicine. One of the most prestigious awards in the field, the medal is given to research scientists with no more than 15 years postdoctoral experience for distinguished work in zoology.

MVLS professor awarded JR Vane Medal by the British Pharmacological Society

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 14:12:00 BST

Professor Graeme Milligan, Dean of Research for the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences and the Gardiner Chair of Biochemistry at the Institute of Molecular, Cell and Systems Biology, has been awarded the JR Vane Medal by the British Pharmacological Society.

Queen’s Birthday Honours for University academics

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:38:00 BST

A Damehood and an OBE award have been conferred on senior University of Glasgow academics.

Researchers can tell the history of a wildebeest by looking at its tail

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 11:30:00 BST

Researchers have developed techniques to recreate a personalised diary of an animal’s lifetime. The team from the University of Glasgow’s Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health and Comparative Medicine were able to recreate "nutritional timelines" that illuminate the past experiences of Serengeti wildebeest by looking only at the animals’ tail hair.

Scientists identify drugs to target ‘Achilles heel’ of Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia cells

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 19:00:00 BST

New research, by the Universities of Glasgow and Manchester, has revealed an ‘Achilles heel’ of Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia (CML) and found drugs to successfully target this weakness and eradicate the disease in mice.

Report led by University of Glasgow calls for action on cancer services in Wales

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 16:52:00 BST

A new hard-hitting report into cancer services in Wales - written by the University of Glasgow's Institute for Health and Well-being - calls for an ambitious new plan to cope with growing numbers of people being diagnosed with the disease.

University of Glasgow shares in protein antibiotic research award

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 12:35:00 BST

The Institute of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation will share in a £2.1m Wellcome Trust award to fund a collaborative project for the development of a new class of antibiotics based on proteins.

Bleeding hearts predict future heart failure

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 14:20:00 BST

The amount a heart ‘bleeds’ following a heart attack can predict the severity of future heart failure, according to research presented today by a University of Glasgow academic at the British Cardiovascular Conference, in Manchester.

University of Glasgow awarded new Regius Professorship in Precision Medicine

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 09:25:00 BST

Her Majesty the Queen has created a new Regius Professorship of Precision Medicine and awarded the honour to the University of Glasgow.

Professor Mandy MacLean receives grant of over a million to continue her research

Thu, 26 May 2016 13:58:00 BST

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) have awarded Professor Mandy MacLean, Professor of Pulmonary Pharmacology, a further five years of programme grant funding of over £1m to further her research into the role of sex and sex hormones in the development of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

Original Zika virus papers found in University of Glasgow Archive

Tue, 24 May 2016 15:09:00 BST

Handwritten original research documents relating to the first known identification of the Zika virus have been uncovered at the University of Glasgow’s Archive.

The University of Glasgow is ranked as the top university in the prestigious BBSRC Excellence with Impact competition

Thu, 19 May 2016 14:43:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been ranked the top university and overall runner-up in the prestigious national BBSRC (Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council) Excellence with Impact competition.

Professor Iain McInnes awarded Sir James Black Prize Medal

Wed, 18 May 2016 15:17:00 BST

The Sir James Black Prize Medal, one of the most prestigious awards in medicine has been awarded to Professor Iain McInnes of the University of Glasgow.

MVLS professor receives Distinguished Scientist Award

Mon, 16 May 2016 09:50:00 BST

Professor Rhian Touyz, director of the Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences has received a Distinguished Scientist Award from the American Society of Hypertension (ASH).

Three MVLS researchers named as fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences

Thu, 05 May 2016 11:31:00 BST

Three top researchers from MVLS have been named as fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences, for their contribution to medical sciences, research and healthcare.

Sarah Cleaveland elected a Fellow of the Royal Society

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 10:25:00 BST

Professor Sarah Cleaveland, Professor of Comparative Epidemiology at the Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health and Comparative Medicine, has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society for her work on infectious diseases.

Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences gains Bronze Athena SWAN Award

Thu, 28 Apr 2016 09:00:00 BST

The Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences (ICAMS) has become the latest University of Glasgow recipient of a prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze award today, 28 April 2016.

Too much red meat and too few vegetables increases your body’s ‘biological age’

Thu, 28 Apr 2016 08:00:00 BST

A diet containing too much red meat and not enough fruit and vegetables could increase your body’s ‘biological age’ and contribute to health problems.‌

Risks of mental health problems in military personnel reduce with length of service

Wed, 27 Apr 2016 00:00:00 BST

The risk of developing a mental health problem among people who have served in the Armed Forces is greatest in veterans who have served for the shortest period of time and becomes less with longer service, according to a study by the University of Glasgow.

Scotland to play key role in worldwide genome consortium

Mon, 18 Apr 2016 09:51:00 BST

Scotland is set to become a key player in a global effort to further the advancement of genomics in healthcare.

Protein research offers "promising" potential treatment of Alzheimer’s disease

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 07:00:00 BST

Research co-led by the University of Glasgow has made a potential breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.

MVLS welcomes judges from BBSRC

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 15:47:00 BST

The College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences (MVLS) yesterday welcomed judges to the Queen Elizabeth University’s Teaching & Learning Centre as the college went through the final round of the prestigious BBSRC (Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council) Excellence with Impact Competition.

Glasgow research wins Guardian award for rabies surveillance technology

Wed, 16 Mar 2016 13:49:00 GMT

Mobile phone health surveillance technology, designed and monitored by researchers at the University of Glasgow, has proven crucial in the fight against rabies in Tanzania.

£6m investment announced for Scottish Genomes Partnership

Tue, 01 Mar 2016 16:17:00 GMT

The Scottish Government has announced £6m of investment for the Scottish Genomes Partnership (SGP), a cutting edge medical research collaboration between Scottish universities and the NHS.

BBSRC Excellence with Impact Competition

Tue, 01 Mar 2016 15:17:00 GMT

The College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences (MVLS) has been named as one of the ten finalists in the prestigious BBSRC (Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council) Excellence with Impact Competition.

Identification of four Pancreatic Cancer subtypes offers new treatment insight

Thu, 25 Feb 2016 06:50:00 GMT

Researchers at the University of Glasgow have made a breakthrough reclassification of Pancreatic Cancer, offering new opportunities to treat the disease.

MVLS awarded more than £1m of funding from MRC

Tue, 16 Feb 2016 11:01:00 GMT

Leading academics from the University of Glasgow's College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences have been awarded more than £1m of funding from the Medical Research Council UK.

Cancer research funding for Dr Stephen Tait

Tue, 26 Jan 2016 10:56:00 GMT

Dr Stephen Tait from the University of Glasgow’s Beatson Institute has been awarded £210,000 of funding to carry out a three-year study into breast cancer development.

MVLS academics named as Highly Cited Researchers

Tue, 26 Jan 2016 10:11:00 GMT

Five academics from the college of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences (MVLS) at the University of Glasgow have been named as Highly Cited Researchers in 2015.

Leading Light in Parasitology

Tue, 26 Jan 2016 10:11:00 GMT

The Wellcome Trust Centre for Molecular Parasitology (WTCMP) under the Directorship of Professor Andy Waters goes from strength to strength.

Joint Degree in Nursing launched with Singapore Institute of Technology

Thu, 21 Jan 2016 16:00:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow and the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) are launching a new joint degree programme in Nursing.

Online learning

Tue, 19 Jan 2016 12:49:00 GMT

MVLS launches new online programmes for 2016.

Forensic Toxicology Staff Named as RSC Faces

Mon, 11 Jan 2016 10:45:00 GMT

Congratulations to Dr Calum Morrison and Dr Hilary Hamnett!