Research
Stimulating the co-creation of knowledge
The Hunterian Collections can be accessed physically and digitally to support co-creation of knowledge and original research.
We contribute to innovative practice through academic partnerships, cross-disciplinary and collections-based research, as well as through learning and public engagement.
Hunterian Research
The Hunterian programme of research enhances our knowledge and understanding of the collections and contributes to the research impact of the University of Glasgow.
To discuss a research project partnering with The Hunterian, contact our Head of Collections and Curatorial, or one of the team directly.
Access Our Collections
We offer in-person research and teaching visits in The Hunterian Collections Study Centre at Kelvin Hall, a purpose-designed facility with a central collections store, object study rooms, teaching labs, conservation and digitisation studios and a conference suite.
These facilities provide an accessible location for researchers, students and the public.
We also offer remote viewings via visualiser and video conferencing facilities.
- Please note that access to The Hunterian collections at Kelvin Hall is by appointment only.
- All enquiries should be sent by email at least 20 working days in advance with details of what you require and for what purpose.
- There is a limit to the number of objects/specimens available to researchers on each visit.
- All researchers will be supervised at all times.
To book a research visit please email hunterian-collections@glasgow.ac.uk.
You can also explore our collections online.
Research Partnerships
The Hunterian works with a number of research partners across the University of Glasgow including Technical Art History and the College of Arts and Humanities.