New lead on treatment of skin cancer
A preliminary study published as a research letter in this week's issue of THE LANCET suggests that the herpes virus could contribute to the treatment of malignant melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer.
Latest edition of 'Leading Edge' published
The latest issue of the University's research magazine, 'Leading Edge' has just been produced and is available in web and hard copy versions.
Progress on understanding bowel cancer
Dr Margaret Frame from The Cancer Research Campaign's Beatson Institute in Glasgow will today (Tue 13 Feb) reveal findings which could pave the way for new approaches to the treatment of bowel cancer.
£120,000 boost to University's cardiac MRI scanner appeal
The appeal launched by University cardiologist, Professor Henry Dargie, to raise over £2m for a cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) scanner has been boosted recently by an award of £120,000 from Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland.
University offers courses in Stranraer
This week 10 people from Stranraer and the surrounding areas started a course of university study - in Stranraer. The University of Glasgow Crichton Campus is offering local people a chance to start studying for a degree in their hometown.
University announces honorary degrees to celebrate 550th anniversary
The University is celebrating its 550th anniversary by announcing an extended list of honorary degrees. The awards celebrate the University's connections with a variety of communities, national and international.
