University news

GP funding disadvantages patients in deprived areas

Mon, 30 Nov 2015 09:48:00 GMT

General Practice funding systems in Scotland are “part of the problem” of health inequality, and do not match clinical need in deprived areas where multi-morbidity is highest.

University of Glasgow project set to rocket into space

Mon, 30 Nov 2015 09:08:00 GMT

University of Glasgow project set to rocket into space

Good food for all – cultivating a new approach

Sat, 28 Nov 2015 09:00:00 GMT

Voltaire would have approved – new research shows there are distinct benefits in cultivating one’s garden, particularly if it is a community garden.

University theatre artist wins £40,000 arts prize

Thu, 26 Nov 2015 11:57:00 GMT

Theatre director and creative artist Graham Eatough has won the £40,000 Contemporary Art Society Annual Award for his collaborative film commission looking at the life of author Anthony Burgess. Graham, a teaching assistant in Theatre, Film and Television Studies at the University of Glasgow, won the prestigious arts prize with Glasgow based co-artist Stephen Sutcliffe.

University of Glasgow supports quantum leap in high school teaching

Thu, 26 Nov 2015 09:35:00 GMT

University experts are joining forces with local high school teachers to help Higher and Advanced Higher pupils understand more about quantum technology.

Can eating less meat help reduce climate change?

Tue, 24 Nov 2015 14:00:00 GMT

In the week before governments assemble in Paris to agree a global climate deal, a new study by the Glasgow University Media Group and researchers from Chatham House in London looks at international attitudes to mass production of meat and examines whether we will consume less to help the fight against climate change.

University signs Memorandum of Understanding with The Glasgow School of Art

Mon, 23 Nov 2015 18:54:00 GMT

The Glasgow School of Art and The University of Glasgow have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening links.

Brain protein key to identifying high risk concussion

Tue, 24 Nov 2015 09:23:00 GMT

Doctors may soon be able to pinpoint those most at risk of prolonged and serious symptoms of concussion using a simple blood test.

New research offers quantum leap for long-distance secure communications

Tue, 24 Nov 2015 10:00:00 GMT

A new telecommunications technique which harnesses quantum technology could lead to a much more secure form of worldwide internet communications.

University shines light on Erskine archive

Mon, 23 Nov 2015 00:01:00 GMT

Historical documents and artefacts charting the history of Erskine Hospital, some of which lay hidden in a derelict room for years, have been recovered and are being formally catalogued for the first time.

Research breakthrough could lead to better prostate cancer treatment

Wed, 18 Nov 2015 15:35:00 GMT

Cancer researchers have identified a gene which could help doctors to predict the aggressiveness of prostate cancer in patients

University of Glasgow researchers make graphene production breakthrough

Wed, 18 Nov 2015 10:01:00 GMT

University researchers have found a way to produce large sheets of graphene using the same cheap type of copper used to manufacture lithium-ion batteries found in many household devices.

Major prize for University leukaemia researcher

Tue, 17 Nov 2015 15:54:00 GMT

Professor Tessa Holyoake, a University cancer specialist, has been awarded the Scottish Cancer Foundation’s inaugural prize.

Fast-moving rivers ‘breathe’ like humans

Tue, 17 Nov 2015 09:10:00 GMT

Scientists have discovered a surprising similarity between rivers and humans: both release more carbon dioxide when they work hard.

Students rate the University of Glasgow in the UK top 10 for careers advice

Mon, 16 Nov 2015 13:00:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow has made it into the Top 10 of UK universities for student satisfaction with their careers service.

Changing Scots accent stays true to its roots

Mon, 16 Nov 2015 10:00:00 GMT

The Scots accent is changing but unlike England where evidence shows many regional accents are becoming more homogenised the Scots accent appears to be sticking to its roots north of the border.

Research sheds new light on origins of Earth’s water

Fri, 13 Nov 2015 00:01:00 GMT

Researchers have found that water has been a fundamental part of Earth since it was formed 4.5 billion years ago.

Women's equality battle in WW1

Fri, 13 Nov 2015 06:00:00 GMT

The role women played in WW1 giving rise to greater empowerment and strengthening the Suffragette Movement is the focus of a star studded symposium this weekend.

Dream collaboration for Shakespeare's 400th anniversary

Tue, 10 Nov 2015 09:10:00 GMT

Four of Scotland’s leading education and arts institutions are joining forces to create a unique collaboration of music, dance, drama and visual arts to celebrate the life, work and legacy of Shakespeare.

A tale of two cities: researchers reveal what connects and what separates the young people of Glasgow and Hong Kong

Fri, 06 Nov 2015 13:00:00 GMT

Youngsters in Glasgow’s East End “hang out” together online rather than outdoors. In contrast, in Hong Kong, where outdoor space is at a greater premium, young people are increasingly congregating on the streets.

First images from 3D Definitive Human Project are revealed

Fri, 06 Nov 2015 08:00:00 GMT

The first images of a collaboration to build a 3D Definitive Human have been unveiled.

Epidarex Capital leads initial investment in international diabetes start up

Thu, 05 Nov 2015 11:10:00 GMT

Caldan Therapeutics, a spin-out company from the Universities of Glasgow and Southern Denmark, has announced a £4.45 million ‘Series A’ investment led by Epidarex Capital.

Political speeches, puns and putdowns go online

Thu, 05 Nov 2015 00:02:00 GMT

Every Parliamentary political speech and putdown from 1803 to 2005 go online from today, compiled by University of Glasgow researchers.

Distant Voices: Silent Seconds – an EP written by prisoners and musicians sheds light on crime and punishment

Wed, 04 Nov 2015 16:00:00 GMT

Distant Voices, a project which has developed songwriting in Scottish prisons as an innovative rehabilitation programme, will be launched officially on Monday, November 9.

Kids set for Bacteria Combat with launch of new app

Fri, 30 Oct 2015 16:37:00 GMT

A new game developed by a PhD student from the University of Glasgow is aiming to help kids understand more about the complicated system of bacteria which live in their gut and how they are affected by antibiotics.

University of Glasgow confirmed as Living Wage employer

Mon, 02 Nov 2015 10:00:00 GMT

University of Glasgow Principal and Vice-Chancellor Anton Muscatelli announced today (Monday 2 November) that the University is an accredited Living Wage employer and has signed up to the Scottish Business Pledge.