University news archive for November 2006



World-renowned media analyst moves to University of Glasgow

Professor Philip Schlesinger to head Centre for Cultural Policy Research

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Webcast of George Reid's recent Stevenson lecture

Distinguished parliamentarian, the Rt Hon George Reid MSP - who has just been appointed an Honorary Professor with the School of Law - delivers a lecture on the theme of "Citizenship in Scotland".

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Link found between red wine and old age

Wines that protect blood vessels increase chances of living longer

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Spy-fish to reveal secrets of the sea

Staff at Glasgow University are developing a robotic fish which could allow researchers closer access to life underwater

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Leading academics to examine the purpose of literary study in the modern University

Two top Scottish academics defend their subject in their inaugural lectures

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Glasgow University wins £18.5m forensic pathology contract

The University of Glasgow's Section of Forensic Medicine and Science has been awarded a seven year contract by the Crown Office to continue to provide forensic pathology services for the West of Scotland.

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University of Glasgow honours leading neuroscientist

Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell will receive an honorary Doctor of Science degree from the University of Glasgow on 29 November

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Award-winning Kelvin Ensemble hold 15th anniversary concert

The University of Glasgow's Kelvin Ensemble will perform its 15th anniversary concert on 2 December 2006

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Launch of Scottish Interfaith Week, on Sunday 26 November

The launch of Scottish Interfaith Week 2006 is taking place on Sunday 26 November in the Ferguson Room at the University of Glasgow.

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News Roundup

A list of headlines relating to the University from today's press.

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Distinguished parliamentarian George Reid appointed honorary professor

Distinguished parliamentarian, the Rt Hon George Reid MSP has been appointed an Honorary Professor with the School of Law in the Faculty of Law, Business and Social Sciences at the University of Glasgow.

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Special Christmas shopping event

There will be a Special Christmas shopping event at the Hunterian Art Gallery Shop on Saturday 18 November at 9.30am-5pm.

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Football fans' views on sectarianism

Views and ideas from ordinary football fans on how to tackle sectarianism are set out in a new report published today by an expert in the sociology of football from Glasgow University.

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Volunteers wanted to walk for heart health

A Glasgow University study is to look at the link between exercise and health

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Seminar on Japan's Self-Defence Forces

Members of the public have a rare opportunity to learn more about the changing international role of Japan's self-defence forces at a seminar hosted by Glasgow University next week.

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Garscube Kids Programme Masterclasses

Parents - bring your children along to these FREE taster sessions for the new programme of kids classes offered by the Sport and Recreation Service

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New exhibition will honour those who served in World War I

Glasgow University Chapel will exhibit original documents and artefacts of former staff members and students who served during World War I to mark Remembrance Day

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Launch of Glasgow International College

An international college which will prepare students from around the world to take up places at the University of Glasgow is to be established.

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Research reveals devastating impact drug addiction has on families

The profound impact that drug addicts have on their families is revealed in a new book, published tomorrow, by a leading researcher at the Centre for Drug Misuse Research at the University of Glasgow.

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Review of the Scottish Parliament's Public Petition system

As the number of public petitions lodged at the Scottish Parliament since its inception passes the 1,000 mark, an independent review of the petition system is published this week.

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Final month of 'Doves and Dreams' at the Hunterian

Pioneering exhibition,'Doves and Dreams' - focussing on the artist-couple Frances Macdonald and J Herbert McNair - enters its final month at the Hunterian

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Glasgow University leads drive to improve Physical Education provision in Scotland

A new Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Physical Education is to be officially launched this weekend by the Faculty of Education.

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Colourful mathematician and magician to visit University next week

Renowned American mathematician and former professional magician Professor Persi Diaconis will be delivering the inaugural Rankin Lectures at Glasgow University next week.

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An optical computer could be only light years away

One of science's longest wanted devices, an 'optical memory' that can store digital information as light could be only light years away

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Let teachers shape the future of education

An influential educationalist is calling for teachers to take the lead in shaping the future of education ahead of politicians.

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