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Alma Mater sculpture in the quadrangle looking at main building roof

Death of Terry Greenwood

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 23:10:00 BST

We are saddened to announce the death of Terry Greenwood on 27 February 2025.

UofG Cloisters 700
UofG Cloisters 700

University research secures funding through RSE Research Awards Programme

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Scotland’s vibrant research sector receives over £686.5K in the latest RSE Research Awards Programme.

The logo of the philosophy matters British Philosophical Association's awareness raising fortnight and campaign
The logo of the philosophy matters British Philosophical Association's awareness raising fortnight and campaign

Philosophy academics warn of threat to world leading status amid growing department and course closures

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Philosophy academics including UofG philosopher have today warned that the UK’s world leading status for the subject is under threat following a series of university department and course closures.

Lecture 4 - Jack Lyons
Lecture 4 - Jack Lyons

Professor Lyons' inaugural lecture

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 14:48:00 GMT

Wednesday 22 January 2025

A zoom shot of the Uni Tower and campus viewed from a drone
A zoom shot of the Uni Tower and campus viewed from a drone

Doctoral scholarships available for 2025/26

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 09:02:00 BST

Deadline for applications: 2 December 2024

17 April 2024 - Ben Colburn
17 April 2024 - Ben Colburn

Professor Colburn's inaugural lecture

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:49:00 GMT

Wednesday 17 April 2024

Alma Mater sculpture in the quadrangle looking at main building roof
Alma Mater sculpture in the quadrangle looking at main building roof

Professor Jack Lyons awarded Leverhulme Major Research Fellowship

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:07:00 GMT

Where Perception and Cognition Meet

28 Feb 2024 - Stephan Leuenberger
28 Feb 2024 - Stephan Leuenberger

Professor Leuenberger's inaugural lecture

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:49:00 GMT

Wednesday 28 February 2024

SENSOR
SENSOR

Funding Announcement: Sensory Engineering (SENSOR) Project

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 16:05:00 GMT

A joint AHRC-DFG grant of approximately three quarters of a million pounds!

A zoom shot of the Uni Tower and campus viewed from a drone
A zoom shot of the Uni Tower and campus viewed from a drone

Doctoral scholarships available for 2024/25

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 09:02:00 BST

Deadline for applications: 4 December 2023

Image of two woman in front of a window, one sitting on a chair and the other helps to put a shawl around her shoulders. Credit Macmillan Cancer Support
Image of two woman in front of a window, one sitting on a chair and the other helps to put a shawl around her shoulders. Credit Macmillan Cancer Support

Glasgow academics work with Macmillan Cancer Support to improve end of life care

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 08:00:00 BST

Glasgow philosophers have developed an e-learning module with Macmillan Cancer Support to help palliative care practitioners understand suffering in life-limiting illness, using interactive learning to develop strategies to counteract this by enriching agency in end of life care.

Robin Downie
Robin Downie

Robin Downie (19 April 1933—14 February 2023)

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:27:00 BST

Robin Downie, Emeritus Professor of Moral Philosophy, died on 14 February, 2023.

A picture of a woman using a video game controller in front of a computer monitor
A picture of a woman using a video game controller in front of a computer monitor

Largest study of video games reveals men say twice as much as women

Wed, 24 May 2023 08:30:00 BST

Researchers have found a stark gender imbalance after carrying out the largest-ever study of video game dialogue.

View of the tree and Bute Hall in the east quadrangle
View of the tree and Bute Hall in the east quadrangle

Support for Assisted Dying Bill from end of life ethics experts

Tue, 23 May 2023 13:00:00 BST

A consortium of Scottish philosophers and ethicists, including Glasgow professors Ben Colburn and Glen Pettigrove, has announced its support for the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill.

Photo of Eric Liddell
Photo of Eric Liddell

Achievement and Happiness

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 14:04:00 BST

A two-day Philosophy conference on 4-5 May 2023, hosted in Glasgow as part of the Happiness Network

The tree in the east quadrangle
The tree in the east quadrangle

Glasgow’s Innovation Accelerator moves forward with share of £100m project boost

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Six ambitious new projects linked to the University of Glasgow are set to share in a major new investment from the UK Government Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.

The graphic shows the shortlist in the Knowledge Exchange Champion category, clockwise from left, Professor Fiona Macpherson, University of Glasgow, Professor Pete Smith, University of Aberdeen and Professor Naeem Ramzan, University of the West of Scotland.
The graphic shows the shortlist in the Knowledge Exchange Champion category, clockwise from left, Professor Fiona Macpherson, University of Glasgow, Professor Pete Smith, University of Aberdeen and Professor Naeem Ramzan, University of the West of Scotland.

Finalists for the Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards 2023

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Professor Fiona Macpherson is among the finalists for the Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards 2023, the annual celebration of business-academic partnerships, hosted by Interface.

Dreamachine installation showing a woman silhouetted by coloured light. Photo credit Urszula Soltys
Dreamachine installation showing a woman silhouetted by coloured light. Photo credit Urszula Soltys

How would it feel to see the world through someone else's eyes?

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 15:00:00 GMT

20,000 people around the world take part in ground-breaking scientific study into perception led by UofG researcher

Anne Valentine
Anne Valentine

Death of Anne Valentine

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 12:40:00 GMT

We are sad to announce the passing of Anne Valentine, our long-time colleague in Philosophy

Professor Caherine Steel and Professor Michael Brady awarded Leverhulme Major Research Fellowships
Professor Caherine Steel and Professor Michael Brady awarded Leverhulme Major Research Fellowships

Prestigious Fellowships awarded to two leading UofG researchers

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Two leading University of Glasgow researchers have been awarded prestigious Fellowships from the Leverhulme Trust.

Students in Kelvingrove Park with the Uni tower in the background
Students in Kelvingrove Park with the Uni tower in the background

PhD scholarships available for 2023/24

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 09:02:00 BST

Deadline for applications: 28 November 2022

ERC KnowledgeLab
ERC KnowledgeLab

Senior Visiting Fellowship: ERC KnowledgeLab

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:58:00 BST

An exciting 5-month Senior Visiting Fellowship for the Spring Semester 2022-2023

Dreamachine installation showing a woman silhouetted by coloured light. Photo credit Urszula Soltys
Dreamachine installation showing a woman silhouetted by coloured light. Photo credit Urszula Soltys

Public invited to take part in largest ever scientific study into perception

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 10:00:00 BST

The Perception Census, an ambitious new scientific study into the unique ways in which we each experience the world around us, has been launched

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Royal Society of Edinburgh Logo 2021 Black and White 700 x 300

RSE medals recognise pioneers in Science, Academia and Public Engagement

Fri, 20 May 2022 14:00:00 BST

Dr Neil McDonnell is among the winners of The Royal Society of Edinburgh's highly prestigious medals, which recognise exceptional achievement.

Extended Reality (XR) in the ARC

Fri, 06 May 2022 11:53:00 BST

ARC XR: a new era in virtual, mixed and augmented reality for Scotland.

Dreamachine installation showing a woman silhouetted by coloured light. Photo credit Urszula Soltys
Dreamachine installation showing a woman silhouetted by coloured light. Photo credit Urszula Soltys

Dreamachine immersive art experience opens

Tue, 10 May 2022 09:00:00 BST

Dreamachine, a powerful new immersive experience exploring the limitless potential of the human mind, created by a team including UofG's Professor Fiona Macpherson.

University tower with city in background
University tower with city in background

Three permanent positions in Philosophy

Fri, 06 May 2022 12:07:00 BST

Three permanent posts in Glasgow Philosophy. Two in applied ethics, one in philosophy of science/technology.

The cloisters during the day
The cloisters during the day

PhD studentship available - KnowledgeLab: Knowledge-First Social Epistemology

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:03:00 GMT

Deadline for applications: 1 May 2022

James McCune Smith Scholarships
James McCune Smith Scholarships

James McCune Smith Scholarships

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 09:02:00 BST

10 Four-year PhD scholarships available to Black British students at the University of Glasgow

Students in Kelvingrove Park with the Uni tower in the background
Students in Kelvingrove Park with the Uni tower in the background

PhD scholarships available for 2022/23

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 09:02:00 BST

Deadline for applications: 6 December 2021

A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.
A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.

Philosophy Reader advises United Nations General Assembly on freedom of thought

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:00:00 BST

Dr J Adam Carter was part of a select panel of experts chosen in June to inform the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief, Ahmed Shaheed, in preparation for his report to the UN General Assembly in October.

David Campbell
David Campbell

DAVID MURDOCH ARMSTRONG CAMPBELL

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 23:39:00 BST

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our friend and colleague David Campbell.

Mary Haight
Mary Haight

MARY ROWLAND HAIGHT (Feb 28, 1938 – Oct 2, 2021)

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 23:39:00 BST

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our friend and colleague Mary Haight (Feb 28, 1938 – Oct 2, 2021).

Aerial view of the main building
Aerial view of the main building

New appointment: Dr Robin Zheng

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 23:39:00 BST

Dr Robin Zheng joins Philosophy at the University of Glasgow.

COGITO Epistemology Research Centre to host event at the UK Universities COP26 showcase

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 12:00:00 BST

The aim of the UK Universities COP26 Climate Innovation Showcase is to provide a wide platform for the best of UK University research having a large and positive climate impact.

University of Glasgow cloisters - day
University of Glasgow cloisters - day

Philosophy at the University of Glasgow is advertising FIVE lectureships in subject area.

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 12:32:00 BST

Philosophy at the University of Glasgow is advertising FIVE lectureships (assistant professor) across the subject.

University of Glasgow sign outside front entrance
University of Glasgow sign outside front entrance

Professor Macpherson part of team chosen for next year’s Festival UK* 2022

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 08:01:00 GMT

Fiona Macpherson, Professor of Philosophy at the University of Glasgow, is part of a creative/ interdisciplinary team who have been commissioned to take their ground-breaking project into full production for next year’s Festival UK* 2022

University text on a pillar in University Gardens
University text on a pillar in University Gardens

UofG Philosophy lecturer wins prestigious philosophy prize

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Dr Mona Simion has won the most prestigious prize worldwide in epistemology, the philosophy of knowledge.

Jim Edwards
Jim Edwards

Jim Edwards (August 10th 1939 – January 4th 2021)

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 23:39:00 GMT

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our friend and colleague Jim Edwards (August 10th 1939 – January 4th 2021).

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Explorathon 2020 generic image 700 x 300

Explorathon Festival goes online to celebrate research in Europe

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 09:00:00 GMT

Explorathon is the Scottish arm of ‘European Researchers’ Night’, an EC-funded festival happening in 300 cities across Europe.

Students in Kelvingrove Park with the Uni tower in the background
Students in Kelvingrove Park with the Uni tower in the background

PhD scholarships available for 2021/22!

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 09:02:00 BST

Deadline for applications: 7 December 2020

Campus
Campus

Dr Mona Simion (one of two UofG Academics) awarded £2.6m in prestigious ERC Starting Grants

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 11:00:00 BST

Dr Mona Simion (one of two UofG academics) awarded more than £2.6m in the prestigious European Research Council Starting Grant scheme

Photo of Dr Neil McDonnell for the announcement of funding for Virtual Reality Classrooms and Teaching Resources to be created by University of Glasgow.
Photo of Dr Neil McDonnell for the announcement of funding for Virtual Reality Classrooms and Teaching Resources to be created by University of Glasgow.

New immersive technology for teaching and learning piloted through existing video-conference software

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 10:00:00 BST

UofG and leading Scottish immersive technology company Sublime have combined virtual reality learning and video conferencing to help improve students’ remote teaching experience during the Covid-19 crisis

Looking towards the Fraser building, library and round reading room
Looking towards the Fraser building, library and round reading room

Dr. Emma Gordon (Philosophy) wins the University-wide prize for Best Dissertation Supervisor 2020

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 12:27:00 BST

Student Teaching Awards

A yellow sculpture of a lion with the text 'Extreme imagination: Inside Mind's Eye - an online exhibition'
A yellow sculpture of a lion with the text 'Extreme imagination: Inside Mind's Eye - an online exhibition'

University of Glasgow launches online exhibition: Extreme Imagination - Inside the Mind’s Eye

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:20:00 BST

This online exhibition collates the work of 22 visual artists and writers

A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.
A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.

Dr J Adam Carter wins prestigious philosophy journal essay prize

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Dr J Adam Carter, a lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Glasgow, has won The Philosophical Quarterly’s 2019 Essay Prize.

Exterior of the Wolfson Medical School building - night
Exterior of the Wolfson Medical School building - night

PhD Studentship (Philosophy – Epistemology)

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 20:30:00 GMT

Deadline for applications: 10 February 2020

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Tile-Glasgow20

The Origins and Legacy of Quine’s Naturalism

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 15:41:00 BST

17-18 December 2019

Principal's lodge, main building and tower
Principal's lodge, main building and tower

Epistemic Norms, Functions and Virtues

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 11:44:00 GMT

4-5 December 2019

drawing of retro-futuristic street scene, with many people talking, eating, walking their children and dogs; some deials like an umbrella and a floating baloon are highlighted by the use of yellow colour
drawing of retro-futuristic street scene, with many people talking, eating, walking their children and dogs; some deials like an umbrella and a floating baloon are highlighted by the use of yellow colour

First intradepartmental postgraduate conference

Tue, 28 May 2019 15:33:00 BST

14 June 2019

Students in the cloisters
Students in the cloisters

Philosophical Angles on Proust (Mini-Conference)

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 12:52:00 GMT

16 May 2019

Fraser building exterior (winter)
Fraser building exterior (winter)

2019 Glasgow Graduate Conference in Epistemology and Mind (GEM)

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 13:50:00 GMT

13-14 May 2019

painting of a black and a white bull fighting on a watercolour grey background, with other colourful bulls watching from the right of the picture
painting of a black and a white bull fighting on a watercolour grey background, with other colourful bulls watching from the right of the picture

Glasgow MAP Workshop 2019

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:27:00 BST

11-12 April 2019

woodland with bluebells and wild garlic
woodland with bluebells and wild garlic

Dreams, Hallucinations and Imagination Conference

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 08:32:00 GMT

23-24 February 2019

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