University news

All types of heart failure may benefit from treatment with MRAs

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 11:30:00 BST

Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRAs) reduced the risk of cardiovascular death or heart failure hospitalisation in patients with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and also in those with mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction (HFmrEF/HFpEF), according to new research

£1.1m award for pioneering ovarian cancer research project

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 08:30:00 BST

UofG researchers have received £1.1m to support the development of new technologies which could improve the diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer.

Stellar reception for University of Glasgow space research as MP and MSP visit

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 08:30:00 BST

Researchers from the University of Glasgow have showcased their development of cutting-edge space technology for visitors from the UK and Scottish Parliaments.

Researchers pinpoint key gene mutations and new mechanisms that cause brain bleeding and dementia

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 10:00:00 BST

Scientists have revealed new insights into the mechanisms behind cerebral small vessel disease, a condition that affects the smaller blood vessels in the brain and causes approximately half of all dementia cases.

New Classification for Heart Disease Patients with Angina

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 11:00:00 BST

Researchers have proposed a new classification system for angina patients, co-authoring a scientific consensus statement introducing new terminology for ischaemic heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in men and women worldwide.

Global initiative launches first living atlas of the world’s ungulate migrations

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 09:00:00 BST

An international team of scientists, including researchers from the University of Glasgow, has launched a new Atlas of Ungulate Migration

Scientists use AI to unlock protein structures of hundreds of viruses for the first time

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:00:00 BST

Scientists are pioneering the use of machine-learning artificial intelligence software to investigate viruses, revealing never-before-seen viral mechanisms which yield immediate fundamental insights and pave the way for vaccine development

University of Glasgow launches MedTech Innovation Fund

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:38:36 BST

The fund will build on the institution’s strengths in life sciences and engineering, supporting innovative health care solutions that can deliver a positive impact on society.

2D metamaterial breakthrough for satellite applications in 6G networks

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 10:00:00 BST

A new cheap, easily-manufactured device could lead to improved satellite communication, high speed data transmission, and remote sensing, scientists say.

Scotland to host dementia research challenge

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:00:00 BST

Researchers at the Universities of Glasgow and St. Andrews are hosting a first-of-its-kind research challenge for teams from around the globe who are focused on new dementia breakthroughs

Military veterans expose reality of Waterloo Battlefield

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 15:00:00 BST

An international team of veterans, serving personnel and archaeologists have unearthed a unique battle clearance trench on the Waterloo battlefield, revealing the dignity offered to an unknown soldier in horrific circumstances.

Ten organisations account for half of all animal research in Great Britain in 2023

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:01:00 BST

Understanding Animal Research (UAR) has published a list of the ten organisations that carried out the highest number of animal procedures in Great Britain in 2023

UofG involved in new legacy exhibit at Glasgow Science Centre

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 08:00:00 BST

Visitors at Glasgow Science Centre will now be able to get their teeth into a new “hands-on” Endodontics exhibit, designed in collaboration with the British Endodontic Society and the University of Glasgow Dental School.

Lord Kelvin celebrated at parliamentary reception

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 08:30:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has celebrated the bicentenary of the birth of the pioneering scientist Lord Kelvin with a reception at the Palace of Westminster showcasing his life and achievements.

UofG welcomes Secretary of State Ian Murray MP

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 10:46:00 BST

Representatives from the University were delighted to welcome the Secretary of State for Scotland, Ian Murray MP, to the Clarice Pears Building and the Mazumdar-Shaw Advanced Research Centre (ARC) on Thursday 12 September 2024.

Researchers develop new approach to document genetic ancestry

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 08:30:46 BST

University of Glasgow researchers have helped to develop a new method for understanding the relationships between different DNA sequences and where they come from.

Thousands of students in Scotland at risk of homelessness

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 01:12:00 BST

Thousands of students across Scotland are at risk of homelessness and unable to access the right housing in the country's biggest cities, according to a new report co-authored by the University of Glasgow.

Quantum research breakthrough could enable precision sensing at room temperature

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 08:30:00 BST

A breakthrough in quantum technology research could help realise a new generation of precise quantum sensors that can operate at room temperature.

Researchers to discover new ways to better understand tuberculosis transmission in Africa

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:00:00 BST

An international team of researchers, led by the University of Glasgow, is aiming to discover new ways to better understand and tackle tuberculosis (TB) transmission in Africa

Personalised treatment could be key to tackling uncontrolled high blood pressure

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:01:53 BST

A widely used drug could be the key to treating many patients with uncontrolled high blood pressure, particularly for patients with a common gene variant, according to new research

UofG physicists play key roles in new observation of quantum entanglement at the highest energy yet

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 08:30:00 BST

Researchers from the School of Physics & Astronomy have played a leading role in an experiment which has opened up a new perspective on the complex world of quantum physics using data from the Large Hadron Collider (LHC).

Glasgow’s Low Emission Zone is improving air quality

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 12:16:00 BST

New research exploring the effects of the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) in Glasgow has found that while traffic flow has remained largely unchanged since the Zone was enforced, air quality has improved.

UofG launches Kelvin Games Jam competition for students

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 08:30:00 BST

A new competition is challenging University of Glasgow students to celebrate the life and legacy of Lord Kelvin through gaming.

School of Computing Science aims to reduce environmental impact of digital tech

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 08:30:00 BST

Computing science students are set to become the first in the UK to have specific material about the environmental impact of digital technologies integrated into their undergraduate curriculum.

New University of Glasgow research explores how faith shapes conversations on Scotland's constitutional future

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 13:00:01 BST

As Scotland marks the 10th anniversary of the 2014 independence referendum, new research highlights innovative approaches to fostering constructive dialogue on the nation's constitutional future.

International study reveals insights into young people’s online habits in Scotland

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:01:14 BST

New data from the WHO Regional Office for Europe reveals a sharp rise in problematic social media use among adolescents in Scotland

Thousands of deaths could be avoided with new vaccine

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:05:00 BST

Older people should take a new vaccine to protect them against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) according to new research from the University of Aberdeen and the MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research

Microscope designed at the University of Glasgow wins international recognition

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 08:30:00 BST

The OpenFlexure Microscope, a design for a digital robotic microscope that can be manufactured in sub-Saharan Africa, has been selected as a 2024 Solver team by the renowned MIT Solve.

Research offers new insight into deep Earth processes

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:30:07 BST

Sophisticated analysis of tiny bubbles of ancient gas trapped in volcanic rocks combined with new geophysical modelling has cast new light on long-held assumptions about the deep Earth.

The Kavya Prize 2024 shortlist announced

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 10:00:00 BST

The Kavya Prize seeks to recognise and encourage the literary achievement of Scottish writers of colour

Study to enhance water security and climate resilience in the Bangladesh Delta

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:41:00 BST

An international study led by the UofG is the first to define a safe operating space for major rivers in the Bangladesh Delta, which will enhance resilience in one of the world’s most vulnerable deltas to global climate change.

Centre for Public Policy report charts Scotland's constitutional journey

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:10:01 BST

A report marking both the tenth anniversary of Scotland's Independence Referendum and 25th Anniversary of the Scottish Parliament has been published by the University of Glasgow’s Centre for Public Policy.

Professor Eric Yeatman appointed as Head of College of Science & Engineering

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:00:00 BST

Professor Eric M. Yeatman has been appointed as Vice-Principal and Head of College of Science and Engineering, the University of Glasgow announced today (Wednesday 25 September).

Research casts new light on effectiveness of weight loss prevention supplement

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 08:30:00 BST

An ingredient which can be added to food to make it more filling may be less effective at preventing weight gain in young people but could help them build more muscle, new research suggests.

New book seeks justice for Scotland’s miners

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:59:59 BST

A fresh insight into the stories and legacy of Scotland's 1984-85 coal miners’ strike and injustices has been shared by the University of Glasgow based historian who helped bring about the 2022 Pardons Act.

UofG physicists play key role in CERN’s first observation of ultra-rare particle decay

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 08:30:15 BST

Researchers from the University of Glasgow have played a vital role in the very first observation of an ultra-rare particle decay process.