University news

Remembrance Sunday Service

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:01:00 GMT

Glasgow joins communities across the world to mark Remembrance Sunday this weekend at the annual Commemorative Service in the University Chapel.

Lord Winston films at Glasgow

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:04:00 GMT

Lord Winston visited Glasgow recently to film footage for the BBC’s flagship science programme, A Child of Our Time.

Expansion of University spin-out company

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:20:00 GMT

One of the University's most successful spin-out companies has moved to new premises in the West of Scotland Science Park as part of an expansion programme.

Study sheds new light on link between deprivation and risk of heart disease

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:51:00 GMT

A BMJ study into the risk of heart disease and stroke has found significant differences in the condition of arteries of people living in deprived and affluent areas.

'Beyond Grey Pinstripes' survey puts Glasgow Business School in Top 100

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:54:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow Business School has broken into the prestigious Beyond Grey Pinstripes league table of the top 100 business schools in the world.

Glasgow welcomes world's top Malaria research scientists

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:16:00 GMT

University holds first meeting of EVIMalaR since taking up role of host.

No need to fast for cholesterol test

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:24:00 GMT

Patients do not need to fast before having their cholesterol tested, scientists have found.

Glasgow cancer specialist wins at Scottish Health Awards

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:34:00 GMT

Professor Tessa Holyoake honoured by the Scottish Government

Pantomime in Scotland exhibition

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:42:00 GMT

An interactive exhibition celebrating pantomime in Scotland, which draws on research by the University, will be touring theatres this winter.

Glasgow to Shanghai – the global impact of Adam Smith

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:47:00 GMT

As a new Chinese translation of one of Adam Smith’s key works is published, Professor Chris Berry is to deliver two public lectures in China.

Student talent celebrated in annual poetry awards

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:03:00 GMT

The best of this year’s poetry by students at the University is to be recognised at the annual poetry awards.

Top US Cardiologist Delivers Memorial Lecture

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:57:00 GMT

Professor Victor Dzau, a leading cardiovascular researcher from Duke University in the United States, visited Glasgow recently to deliver the Philip Poole-Wilson Memorial Lecture.

Their Past Your Future: Glasgow West War Story

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:49:00 GMT

The University is holding a special Remembrance Day Service in the Chapel at 10.45am on Wednesday 11 November where a new memorial exhibition, depicting life on campus during World War 2, will go on display.

Respected theologian to deliver public lectures

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:47:00 GMT

Renowned theologian Professor David Tracy from the University of Chicago will deliver two lectures at the University of Glasgow on Monday 23 November.

Poverty fuelling problem of alcohol-related facial injuries, say experts

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:08:00 GMT

New study reveals men from Scotland's poorsest areas are at greatest risk of injury

Small Animal Hospital Wins Architecture Prizes

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:44:00 GMT

The Small Animal Hospital at the University of Glasgow has won two prestigious architectural awards.

Janice Galloway to deliver the Naomi Mitchison Memorial Lecture

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Award-winning Scottish writer Janice Galloway will be in conversation with Jenni Calder, President of Scottish PEN at the Naomi Mitchison Memorial Lecture this week.

Historical Thesaurus and two graduate novels shortlisted for awards

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:40:00 GMT

Two recent graduates of the University of Glasgow’s Creative Writing Masters and the Department of English Language's Historical Thesaurus have been shortlisted for a major book prize.

Glasgow scientists celebrate LHC collisions

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:48:00 GMT

Scientists at Glasgow are celebrating the successful restart of the Large Hadron Collider at the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) in Switzerland.

Unique transatlantic research partnership aims at longer healthier lives

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Efforts to help the world’s ageing population live longer, healthier lives have been given a major boost with the announcement of six new transatlantic research projects.

Record breaking attempt for Auld Lang Syne

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:37:00 GMT

International staff and students aim to celebrate St Andrews day by creating a world record for the number of different languages singing the same song simultaneously.

Actor Martin Clunes Visits Equine Hospital

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:47:00 GMT

Actor Martin Clunes visited the University recently to film at the Weipers Centre for Equine Welfare as part of a new documentary programme about man’s relationship with horses.

Glasgow scientists predict the unpredictable to guide future nano-chip design

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Scientists at Glasgow, in collaboration with colleagues from Edinburgh, Manchester, Southampton and York universities, have developed technology which will help microchip designers create future integrated circuits.

Watch the winter graduations online

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:42:00 GMT

Anyone unable to attend the University of Glasgow's winter graduations in person can watch the ceremonies live from the Bute Hall online.