University news

400th anniversary exhibition of the King James Bible

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 11:37:00 GMT

One of the largest collections of old bibles in the UK is currently being showcased at Glasgow’s Mitchell Library in an exhibition to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the production of the King James Bible in 1611.

Wake-up call for coffee drinkers over caffeine toxicity

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 09:31:00 GMT

A new study from the University of Glasgow highlights potential health concerns over the caffeine content of drinks served in high-street coffee shops.

Glasgow commits £300,000 to support Brazilian students

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:00:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow is investing £300,000 in fee waivers and support for Brazilian students coming to Scotland.

Professor Dominiczak appointed Editor-in-Chief of Hypertension

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT

The American Heart Association has appointed Professor Anna Dominiczak as editor-in-chief of its journal Hypertension.

Edwin Morgan Biography Scoops Saltire Award

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 10:15:00 GMT

This year’s Saltire Society Scottish Research Book of the Year has been awarded to Glasgow University Emeritus Professor James McGonigal for his biography of Edwin Morgan.

Student Carers ‘first’ at Glasgow University

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:09:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow is to formally launch its policy for student carers, the first of its kind for a UK university, at an event on Tuesday 6th December.

Collaborative agreement signed with Smithsonian Institution and George Mason University

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:54:00 GMT

The School of Culture & Creative Arts at the University of Glasgow is delighted to announce the signing of a collaborative agreement with the Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC, and George Mason University.

Cardiovascular researchers secure €16m in European funding

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:00:00 GMT

The Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences (ICAMS) at the University of Glasgow has won €16m of funding from the European Commission.

First patient recruited to major international diabetes trial

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Doctors and scientists at the University of Glasgow have recruited the first patient to join a major international research project to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D).

Polyphenol-rich diet could reduce cardiovascular risk

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT

A diet high in polyphenols could help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and associated health risks, according to a new study.

Apollo 10 moment for the Large Hadron Collider

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:08:00 GMT

Professor of Physics, Dr Tony Doyle, a leading member of the ATLAS collaboration, writes about the search for the Higgs discovery of recent days.

Young Alumnus Wins Critics' Choice at Brit Awards

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:02:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow's Young Alumnus of the Year, singer songwriter, Emeli Sande, has won the critics' choice at the Brit Awards.

Gilmorehill Campus now on Google Maps Street View

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The University's Gilmorehill Campus has now been captured in Google Maps Street View, allowing a virtual tour of the campus from the comfort of your chair.

Christmas Day stroll helps fight festive fat

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT

A traditional Christmas Day family walk could help reduce fat levels in the blood, according to scientists at the University of Glasgow.

Holyrood Acknowledges University of Glasgow Success

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 09:28:00 GMT

A member’s debate at the Scottish Parliament on Thursday 15 December celebrated the success of the University of Glasgow in being ranked number one in the United Kingdom and third across the world in a major student survey

From Backbench to Lab bench at the University of Glasgow

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:28:00 GMT

Ann McKechin MP will be swapping legislation for a lab coat when she visits Professor Mandy MacLean at the University of Glasgow (21st December) as part of a unique pairing scheme run by the Royal Society – the UK national academy of science.

University of Glasgow launches online catalogue of the House of Fraser Archive

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:12:00 GMT

Archivists at the University of Glasgow are giving armchair historians a seasonal gift this year with the launch of the official online catalogue of the House of Fraser Archive on Christmas Day.

Emeli Sandé is University of Glasgow's Young Alumnus of the Year

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:50:00 GMT

Chart topping singer/songwriter Emeli Sandé has been chosen as the University of Glasgow's Young Alumnus of the Year for 2011.

University arrangements for Wednesday 30 November

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:38:00 GMT

Due to the likely difficulties that the planned industrial action might cause, the University of Glasgow has decided not to run daytime classes on Wednesday 30 November.

€6 million to tackle thyroid problems

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:31:00 GMT

Medical experts from across Europe came together at Glasgow for the first meeting of an international study into effective treatments for underactive thyroids

World champions debate Scottish independence

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:15:00 GMT

The Glasgow University Union (GUU) is hosting a debate on Scottish independence on Saturday to mark the 30th anniversary of the World debating championships.