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Imaging offers clearer insights to cancer

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:00:00 BST

New imaging technology in Scotland is allowing scientists, for the first time, to track cancer from the whole-body level down to the individual cells, offering new insights into the disease.

225 years on, Burns Suppers continue to be reinvented around the world

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:00:00 BST

Research maps more than 1000 Burns Suppers held across 75 countries during the tradition’s 225th anniversary year.

Roadmap paper shows how superconductors can decarbonise transport sector

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:32:00 BST

Superconducting technologies have the potential to supercharge the decarbonisation of transport, saving gigatonnes of emissions in the future, a landmark new paper suggests.

Epidurals not linked to increased harm for newborns or children

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 BST

Study provides strong evidence that epidural analgesia in labour is safe for newborns, say researchers

Sir Geoff Palmer Future Leaders award winner named

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:00 BST

The first recipient of the Sir Geoff Palmer Future Leaders Award has been announced at UofG’s annual James McCune Smith conference.

Research highlights the need for social homes delivery to tackle homelessness

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:52:00 BST

New housing agency must help deliver social homes at the scale Scotland needs to tackle homelessness, a report by CaCHE warns.

Summer Startup Programme has University campus buzzing with innovation

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:56:29 BST

While graduation ceremonies may mark the end of the academic year for many students, the University of Glasgow is still alive with enterprise and innovation.

Glasgow team to lead major global research for women’s heart disease

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 BST

Scottish heart specialists will be at the forefront of major women’s heart disease research programme.

UofG joins the Defence Universities Alliance

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:03:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been accepted as a member of the Defence Universities Alliance (DUA), joining the Universities of Edinburgh and Strathclyde to help shape the Alliance's strategic direction.

University geoscientists reveal how Earth’s forces are shaping the ‘Roof of the World’

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:07:22 BST

A study by an international team of Chinese and UK geoscientists shows that the unique topography at the summit of the Plateau is shaped by processes going on deep in the Earth.

UofG hosts International Conference on Social Media & Society

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:56:00 BST

An international conference that puts the spotlight on social media and society will be hosted by the University of Glasgow.

Ten organisations carried out half of all animal research in Great Britain in 2025

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:00 BST

Ten organisations carried out half of all animal research in Great Britain in 2025

Academic and higher education leader honoured by RGU

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:46:00 BST

Professor Murray Pittock, one of Scotland’s leading historians and a senior figure in the higher education sector, has been awarded an Honorary Degree from Robert Gordon University (RGU).

Replacing sedentary behaviour could lower the risk of cancer death

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:00:00 BST

Breaking-up periods of prolonged sedentary behaviour with light physical activity every day could reduce the risk of cancer death by 12%

Special food additive that helps prevent weight gain is approved

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:10:00 BST

A pioneering food additive that can stop people gaining weight has appeared on the EU’s Novel Food List, indicating its safety for human consumers.

UofG set to host fourth annual James McCune Smith conference

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:00:37 BST

The University of Glasgow is set to celebrate and amplify the voices and visions of Black scholars, thinkers, and changemakers as a major conference returns this summer.

Antenna breakthrough could unlock new generation of implantable devices

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:00:22 BST

A breakthrough new development in biomedical engineering could help pave the way for tiny implantable devices capable of diagnosing, monitoring and treating a wide range of health conditions.

3,000-year-old Irish Bronze Age site may be one of Europe’s earliest ‘town-like’ settlements

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:00:00 BST

A Bronze Age site in Ireland may be among Western Europe’s earliest organised settlements

New funding to test the power of storytelling in cancer care

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:00:00 BST

Beatson Cancer Charity supports innovative UofG research into storytelling’s role in cancer care

Deacon Blue become first group to receive an honorary degree from the University

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:58:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has awarded an honorary degree to Deacon Blue, marking a significant moment in the University’s 575-year history.

New tool gives AI a ‘sense of place’

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:39:00 BST

A new development in data science has given one popular machine learning tool an improved sense of place, which enables it to make more accurate predictions based on data linked to locations.

FTSE report to help grow gender balanced representation in Chair roles

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:19:00 BST

The FTSE Women Leaders Review, in collaboration with Professor Irene-marie Esser, have launched a ground-breaking new report on how to grow gender balanced representation in Chair roles.

University of Glasgow ranked 14th globally in THE Impact Ratings

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:00:40 BST

The Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ratings assess universities’ commitment to addressing global challenges.

UofG, UKHSA and Pirbright Institute forge strategic partnership to strengthen UK epidemic preparedness

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 BST

The University of Glasgow, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and The Pirbright Institute have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), establishing a strategic partnership which will ensure a collaborative approach to UK epidemic preparedness, advanced virology research and the training of future scientists.

University of Glasgow reinforces commitment to Africa–Europe research partnerships

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:30:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening equitable research partnerships across Africa and Europe, supporting collaborative efforts to address the world’s biggest challenges.

The world’s oldest football is being brought into the metaverse

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:00:00 BST

University of Glasgow's world-leading 3D content creators begin the process of scanning the football to create a museum quality digital version.

UofG wins prestigious Prix Galien Award

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:30:18 BST

University of Glasgow researchers have been awarded a prestigious Prix Galien UK Award for their work on rabies prevention by the Galien Foundation, the premier global institution dedicated to honouring innovators in life sciences

Jo Gallagher awarded prestigious Fulbright Global Challenges Teaching Award

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:51:00 BST

Jo Gallagher, Lecturer in Teacher Education, has been awarded the Fulbright Global Challenges Teaching Award in the theme of Peace and Democracy.

Scottish Child Payment is reducing child poverty - but more investment is needed to help children thrive

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:48:00 BST

Research led by the Universities of Glasgow and Manchester has found that the Scottish Child Payment is significantly reducing child poverty and food insecurity, while demonstrating that further investment is needed if children are to move beyond surviving to thriving.

University of Glasgow places 80th in QS World University Rankings 2027

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:00:15 BST

Glasgow holds firm within the global top 100, among more than 1,500 universities.

Commemoration Day 2026

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:11:00 BST

Celebrating 575 years since its foundation in 1451, the University of Glasgow today awarded honorary degrees to seven individuals during its annual Commemoration Day ceremony, recognising their outstanding contributions to the arts, politics, humanities and science.

UofG partners with Martingale Foundation for new scholarship programme in mathematics

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:30:00 BST

Lower-income postgraduate students will receive scholarships to study at the University of Glasgow’s School of Mathematics and Statistics thanks to a new partnership agreement.

UofG spinout Quantcore wins Institute of Physics prize

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:30:00 BST

A pioneering University of Glasgow spinout which is developing advanced quantum hardware for use across a wide range of industries has been awarded a major prize by the Institute of Physics.

Student team completes major milestone for OirthirSAT CubeSat testing

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:00:00 BST

A team of University of Glasgow students has successfully completed a major systems-level qualification milestone for the OirthirSAT CubeSat.

New Glasgow study to use AI to improve lung cancer diagnosis

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:00:44 BST

The University of Glasgow will play a key role in a new study exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) can support earlier diagnosis of lung cancer and improve patient safety

Highlighting the sustainable practices of Romani communities

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:47:00 BST

New research led by the UofG highlights the important environmental knowledge and sustainable practices embedded within Romani cultures

International study reveals differences in the health of porpoises in the North Sea

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:24:00 BST

Porpoises that strand in the Netherlands have, on average, a lower BMI than their counterparts in Scotland and elsewhere. This is according to an international study led by Utrecht University in collaboration with the Scottish Marine Animal Stranding Scheme (SMASS), based at the University of Glasgow.

Nobel laureate to discuss science, ethics, AI and society at public lecture in Glasgow

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:44:34 BST

US-based academic Prof Ardem Patapoutian won the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 2021 for his discovery of how the body senses touch, pressure, pain and movement.

Place at the Table: food, drink and Scotland’s identity

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 BST

Leading chefs, food writers, television broadcasters and cultural figures will gather for Place at the Table, a festival that celebrates the Glasgow’s diverse food culture and explores Scotland’s relationship with Commonwealth nations.

Meteorite which wiped out the dinosaurs also created record-breaking hydrothermal system

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:00 BST

The meteorite which caused the extinction of the dinosaurs also created an underground environment suited to supporting new life, and new research suggests it lasted for millions of years longer than previously suspected.

Triple film award for survivor's story documentary

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:00 BST

A documentary short film, Why We Dance, has secured three film awards for its portrayal of a survivor of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

Scotland's football treasures like you have never seen them before

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:54:00 BST

University of Glasgow and Scottish Football Museum team up to bring virtual reality ‘Wonder’ to Barclays Hampden for World Cup 

University of Glasgow invites bids for third wave of GRID Civic Grant Fund

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:33:41 BST

Since launching in spring 2024, the Fund has supported more than 50 projects with combined investment exceeding £125,000.

More outdoor play during preschool years linked to better mental health later in childhood

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:30:00 BST

Children who spend more time playing outdoors between the ages of two and four may be less likely to develop emotional and behavioural difficulties later in childhood.

Two for the price of one: Researchers uncover economical trick used by immune system to attack different viruses

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:37:00 BST

Our genomes contain hundreds of genes with antiviral jobs, which are called into action when a virus succeeds in infecting one of our cells.

University of Glasgow launches new ten-year strategy

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:36:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has launched its new ten-year strategy, setting out a vision to strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading universities.

Up to half of life-threatening kidney disease cases remain undiagnosed

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:30:00 BST

Significant under diagnosis of chronic kidney disease (CKD), now the ninth leading cause of death globally, is endangering millions of patients around the world and could be improved with the increased use of a simple urine test

UofG Children's Choir gives a shining multi-choir performance

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:32:00 BST

The University of Glasgow Children’s Choir gave a shining performance as part of the National Schools Singing Programme with two other Scottish choirs.

Atacama Desert's extreme aridity initiated 20m years earlier than previously thought

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:39:00 BST

Researchers from SUERC Centre for the Isotope Sciences are co-authors of a study which casts new light on the history of the Earth’s driest region, the Atacama Desert in Chile.

University of Glasgow invests more than £1 million in paid student opportunities

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:33:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has invested more than £1 million in student wages and paid internships for the second consecutive year, reflecting growing demand for on-campus employment opportunities and paid work experience alongside study.

Dr Ian C. Elliott appointed to UK Government Skills College of Experts

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:26:00 BST

Centre for Public Policy Senior Lecturer Dr Ian C. Elliott, has been appointed to the Cabinet Office’s Government Skills College of Experts, to share his expertise in public administration and inform the work of the directorate

Gene test can safely spare many breast cancer patients of chemotherapy

Fri, 29 May 2026 20:15:00 BST

Many people with breast cancer can safely avoid chemotherapy with the use of a gene test, potentially sparing them unnecessary side effects without increasing the risk of the cancer returning, according to a large international clinical trial led by UCL in collaboration with the University of Glasgow.

Helping Scotland to achieve its deep tech potential

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:42:00 BST

From photonics and quantum to life sciences, AI and space, Adam Smith Business School researchers are identifying what’s needed to help Scotland’s deep tech sector reach its full potential.

New technology to transform professional development in schools

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:33:24 BST

Professional learning and student assessment in schools is set to be transformed, thanks to a first of its kind advance in education technology led by the University of Glasgow.

Breaking the Optical Barrier: terahertz tech could help enable quantum internet security

Wed, 27 May 2026 08:31:00 BST

A new method to distribute cryptographic keys using terahertz waves could help enable secure communication in the quantum-powered internet of the future, researchers say.

Astrophysicists strike black gold with treasure trove of gravitational wave detections

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:01:00 BST

Researchers from the University of Glasgow’s Institute for Gravitational Research are celebrating the publication of a vast new treasure trove of gravitational wave detections, hailed as a milestone marking the coming of age of gravitational astronomy.

Girls with ADHD from deprived backgrounds may face a higher risk of long-term health conditions

Tue, 26 May 2026 00:02:00 BST

Girls from a deprived background who are diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be more likely to experience multiple long-term health conditions, or multimorbidity, in adulthood, according to new research.

New funding to improve insights into Dravet Syndrome

Fri, 22 May 2026 09:00:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been awarded a three-year Endeavour Project Grant from the Epilepsy Research Institute to lead crucial studies into Dravet Syndrome, a hard-to-treat form of epilepsy which begins in infancy

UK launches a study of Andes hantavirus using a pre approved outbreak protocol

Thu, 21 May 2026 12:43:06 BST

Following the outbreak of Andes hantavirus disease on the cruise ship MV Hondius, UK universities and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) have launched a new clinical study to characterise infection and disease associated with Andes hantavirus.

Implantable tech could cast new light on bladder cancer treatment

Thu, 21 May 2026 09:10:30 BST

A new implantable device which aims to maximise the effectiveness of light-sensitive drugs could improve outcomes for bladder cancer patients in the future.

Researchers to use new technology to better understand lung inflammation in cystic fibrosis

Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:00 BST

Professor Robert Gray will share in more than £1.3million investment to carry out cutting edge research into cystic fibrosis

Two UofG professors appointed Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:01:00 BST

Professor Frances Mair and Professor Petra Meier have both been elected as Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences in recognition for their world-changing public health research.

Safety Nets study shares insights into social security and devolution

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:29:00 BST

Devolved policies added £1 billion of additional social security expenditure in Scotland and Northern Ireland - and this continues to rise, finds systematic research led by Safety Nets

Monumental paintings set to be installed at Kelvin Building

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:01:00 BST

Two vast paintings inspired by one of the most ambitious scientific theories proposed by physicist Lord Kelvin will be unveiled at the University of Glasgow this June.

Study to examine economic impact of Edinburgh Festival Fringe

Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:00 BST

A new study by UofG's Professor Murray Pittock, will look at the economic and social impact of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Dominant fish are more likely to consume microplastics than others in their social group

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:05:00 BST

Fish who display dominant traits are more at risk of consuming microplastic pollution than others in their social group, according to new research.

Women football commentators judged more harshly than men - even when delivering identical commentary

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:00:00 BST

Listeners judge women football commentators more negatively than men, even when delivering identical match commentary, new research from a team shows.

UofG analysis offers fresh insights about the 2026 Scottish Parliament election

Mon, 18 May 2026 23:41:00 BST

A new analysis led by the University of Glasgow gives fresh insights into the 2026 Scottish Parliament election

Historic tartan archive gifted to the nation will transform understanding of Scotland’s textile heritage

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 BST

Two UofG postgraduate students are helping to transform understanding of Scotland’s textile heritage through their research on a major new tartan acquisition by National Museums Scotland.

Conference to examine how rewilding is reshaping nature and heritage

Mon, 18 May 2026 08:00:00 BST

Leading voices from across the UK will be exploring how the rapid rise of rewilding is transforming both the natural environment and the historic landscapes that define it.

£4M funding set to enable cutting-edge heart research

Mon, 18 May 2026 08:30:00 BST

Researchers at UK universities are launching a major new research project which aims to create the world’s most detailed 3D images of the mechanical forces at work inside a living, beating heart.

UK’s largest independent gambling harms research centre launches

Thu, 14 May 2026 10:52:00 BST

The University of Glasgow will lead the UK’s largest independent gambling harms research centre, together with the Universities of Sheffield, Swansea and King’s College London

It takes a village: trialling a community approach to child mental health services

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:01:15 BST

A team of researchers, led by the University of Glasgow, will trial a new approach to children’s mental health services in the UK aimed at providing better care for young people in need

University of Glasgow GeoAI researcher selected for national DAFNI Fellowship

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:30:00 BST

A School of Geographical & Earth Sciences researcher has been named as the recipient of a fellowship from DAFNI, the Data & Analytics Facility for National Infrastructure.

Kid Reporters make headlines at the University of Glasgow

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:29:00 BST

An ambitious collaboration between the University of Glasgow and Hillhead Primary gave school children the opportunity to learn more about the media, digital storytelling and the University’s research.

Gravitational wave detectors can now ‘autotune’ signals to harmonise the heavens

Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:00 BST

Gravitational wave researchers working on the world’s most sensitive scientific instruments have found a way to tune their detectors using a process akin to the pitch-correction used in music production.

Royal Geographical Society award for UofG researcher

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:16:00 BST

Professor Larissa Naylor has received the Cuthbert Peek Award in recognition of her contributions to coastal geography, geomorphology and her application of research to address the ecological and climate challenges facing society.

Student entrepreneur turns golf side-hustle into e-commerce success

Tue, 12 May 2026 09:08:46 BST

Malcolm Weir, 22, founded his vintage clothing resale platform Generation Mulligan two years ago to supplement his student income while working towards his degree in Geography.

World-leading researcher of dog-mediated rabies wins 2026 Plowright Prize

Mon, 11 May 2026 11:30:00 BST

University of Glasgow’s Professor Katie Hampson has been awarded the Plowright Prize for her pioneering research that aims to end dog-mediated rabies.

Innovative heart failure treatment proves transformative for patients

Mon, 11 May 2026 08:00:00 BST

A newly developed heart failure device and medication combination, which allows patients to receive treatment from the comfort of their own home, has been called “game-changing” after a UK-wide trial found that it is safe and effective to use

Simulation breakthrough could spark aerial firefighter training revolution

Mon, 11 May 2026 08:30:00 BST

Sophisticated new flight simulation software capable of accurately modelling the performance of firefighting helicopters could help train pilots to tackle wildfires more effectively in the future.

Lord Provost explores Burns collections and digital heritage at UofG 

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:54:00 BST

The University of Glasgow recently welcomed the Lord Provost of Glasgow for a special visit celebrating the city’s shared literary, cultural and civic heritage.

Prize for aeronautical engineering student

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:30:00 BST

Simon Fraser, a 5th year student on MEng in Aeronautical Engineering, has won the PEGASUS student competition, held at the Universitat Politècnica de València in Spain, on 17th April 2026.