University news

Researchers show new antioxidant could help treat cardiovascular disease

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:21:00 BST

Researchers believe they have found a potential new treatment for cardiovascular disease which reduces blood pressure.

Drinking 22 or more units of alcohol a week increases rates of hospital admission

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:05:00 BST

Men who drink 22 or more units of alcohol a week have a 20% higher rate of admissions into acute care hospitals than non-drinkers, researchers have found.

Rt Hon Lord Rodger of Earlsferry appointed an Honorary Professor

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:59:00 BST

The Rt Hon Lord Rodger of Earlsferry is to take up a new role at the University of Glasgow as an Honorary Professor in the School of Law.

Major investment in virology research for University

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:11:00 BST

The Medical Research Council is to invest £28 million in a partnership with the University of Glasgow to fund a new multidisciplinary centre of excellence in virology research.

Teaching Excellence Awards

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:12:00 BST

The 2008-09 Teaching Excellence Awards were awarded to staff at this summer's graduation ceremonies.

New Bluetooth application will let sports fans share experiences in real time

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:16:00 BST

Researchers are developing a system of networking for mobile phones which will allow sports fans to interact with each other at large stadium events.

Historical research informs discussion of minority rights

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 16:14:00 BST

The Art and Humanities Research Council have highlighted a Glasgow project to illustrate ways their research funding can have a major economic and political impact and inform public policy.

Glasgow academics organise medieval roundtable event

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:14:00 BST

Two Glasgow academics have organised a roundtable discussion with three world-renowned authors as part of a conference looking at medieval heresy.

Professor recognised with prestigious award

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 09:26:00 BST

A Glasgow professor has been recognised for his 35-years of research into the causes and prevention of blood clots.

Dumfries Campus celebrates record number of graduates

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 17:01:00 BST

A record number of degrees and certificates were conferred by the University of Glasgow at the Dumfries Campus graduations this week.

University secures multi-million pound grant for African scientists

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:58:00 BST

Glasgow has played a leading role in securing almost £5 million for some of Africa's brightest scientists.

Improving the quality of life for older people in rural communities

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:23:00 BST

Experts are to discuss ways of improving the quality of life for older people at an international conference at the University of Glasgow’s Dumfries Campus.

Scotland's First Gaelic Language Officer Appointed at the University of Glasgow

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:55:00 BST

Scotland's First Gaelic Language Officer Appointed at the University of Glasgow

Pomme de Terrier: spud-loving Angus bites off more than he can chew

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 09:00:00 BST

A spud-loving Norfolk terrier bit off more than he could chew after swallowing a whole potato which got wedged in his stomach.

Scientists reveal secret of girl with ‘all seeing eye’

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 12:00:00 BST

Scientists have discovered how a girl with half a brain is able to see normally through one eye with both fields of vision.

Dumfries Campus Celebrates Burns' 250th Anniversary with Summer School

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 09:22:00 BST

Dumfries Campus Celebrates Burns' 250th Anniversary with Summer School.

Glasgow academics win Royal Society awards

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 09:37:00 BST

Glasgow academics have received prestigious awards given to individuals of outstanding ability for independent, original research.

Researcher offers hope for male diabetes sufferers

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 16:11:00 BST

University of Glasgow Researcher offers hope for male diabetes sufferers.

University researchers find new way of reducing the symptoms of anaphylactic shock

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 08:59:00 BST

University researchers find new way of reducing the symptoms of anaphylactic shock.

Pioneering work at Glasgow recognised by Institute of Physics

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 09:10:00 BST

Professor Miles Padgett and honorary Professor Leslie Allen have been awarded the Young medal in recognition of their pioneering work on optical angular momentum.

100th anniversary of first powered flight in Scotland

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 16:24:00 BST

Scotland’s aviation pioneers, Glasgow graduate Frank Barnwell and his brother Harold are to be honoured this week by the Royal Aeronautical Society.

Munch exhibition a screaming success

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:34:00 BST

The ‘Edvard Munch: Prints’ exhibition has attracted more than double the number of visitors to the Hunterian Art Gallery compared to the same time last year.

UK’s Only Deaf Youth Theatre Opens at Glasgow

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 17:08:00 BST

The UK’s first theatre group dedicated to deaf children and young people opens its doors to the public at the University of Glasgow.