University news

New heart-failure drug beats current ‘gold-standard’

Tue, 02 Sep 2014 09:30:00 BST

A new drug that outperforms the current gold-standard treatment for heart failure may soon benefit patients.

Pioneering research reveals improvements in the treatment of heart attack patients

Wed, 03 Sep 2014 12:00:00 BST

Researchers from the Golden Jubilee National Hospital and the University of Glasgow have reported a study that shows one in ten patients may not need cardiac intervention following a heart attack and in those that do need stents, the procedure can be targeted more effectively.

Glasgow-led research group identifies potential pathway for blocking transmission of Chikungunya virus

Wed, 03 Sep 2014 15:30:00 BST

Researchers have taken the first step towards preventing transmission of the mosquito-borne tropical chikungunya virus, which is in danger of invading Central and South America and the south-eastern states of the USA.

Eating breakfast daily may help to prevent early development of diabetes risk in children

Wed, 03 Sep 2014 19:00:00 BST

Children who eat breakfast daily have a lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes than those who skip it or only eat it occasionally, says new research.

School of Law recognised for advancing gender equality

Thu, 04 Sep 2014 16:30:00 BST

The School of Law at the University of Glasgow has today been recognised for their progress in advancing gender equality.

Major research project to compare end of life treatment around the world

Thu, 04 Sep 2014 16:34:00 BST

Funding has been awarded for new research to track the provision of end of life care around the world.

Glasgow shortlisted for ‘University of the Year’ award

Thu, 04 Sep 2014 09:54:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been shortlisted for the Times Higher Education University of the Year award and in three other categories.

Niall Ferguson and Tom Devine to wrap up Stevenson Lectures

Thu, 11 Sep 2014 09:26:00 BST

Two of the most renowned Scottish History experts, Professors Niall Ferguson and Tom Devine, will speak at the University of Glasgow on issues relating to the Scottish independence debate.

Hydrogen production breakthrough could herald cheap green energy

Fri, 12 Sep 2014 00:01:00 BST

Scientists have taken a major step forward in the production of hydrogen from water which could lead to a new era of cheap, clean and renewable energy.

University of Glasgow named one of Britain’s best for gay students

Wed, 17 Sep 2014 13:02:00 BST

University of Glasgow is today named by Stonewall as one of the best in Britain for lesbian, gay and bisexual students in ‘Gay By Degree 2015.

Royal Society research fellow joins Glasgow

Fri, 19 Sep 2014 11:32:00 BST

The Royal Society has appointed a new University Research Fellow at the University of Glasgow – one of 43 across the UK.

Prevention is better than cure say racehorse owners

Mon, 22 Sep 2014 12:41:00 BST

Prevention is better than cure: and no more so when it comes to injuries to racehorses, which can easily end a champion’s career.

Benefits of statins outweigh diabetes and weight-gain risk

Wed, 24 Sep 2014 09:44:00 BST

The mechanism by which statins increase the risk of type 2 diabetes has been investigated in a large-scale analysis from an international team led by researchers from UCL and the University of Glasgow, using information from genetic studies and clinical trials.

Centenary paving stone marks anniversary of Glasgow's first VC

Wed, 24 Sep 2014 15:35:00 BST

A First World War centenary paving stone will today be unveiled at the University of Glasgow to honour the city’s first recipient of the Victoria Cross.

£8.3m boost for parasitology researchers

Mon, 29 Sep 2014 10:07:00 BST

The Wellcome Trust Centre For Molecular Parasitology (WTCMP) in the Institute of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation has been awarded £8.3 million.

£1m project sets out to find mental illness ‘fingerprint’ in brainwaves

Thu, 25 Sep 2014 11:38:00 BST

A team of psychologists and psychiatrists are beginning research on a brainwave ‘fingerprint’ which could identify young people at risk of developing serious mental illness.

Behind every great man… the role of women in the lives of the “Football Fans In Training” men

Mon, 29 Sep 2014 13:30:00 BST

The Football Fans in Training (FFIT) programme – a men-only weight loss and healthy living programme delivered in Scottish professional football clubs – has been acclaimed internationally for its success. But if a man wants to change his lifestyle – by eating differently or exercising more for example – what is this like for other people around him?

We can eliminate rabies, say researchers

Mon, 29 Sep 2014 14:04:00 BST

Scientists say rabies can be eliminated if governments, communities and health organisations work together.

Major research project to compare end of life treatment around the world

Thu, 04 Sep 2014 16:34:00 BST

Funding has been awarded for new research to track the provision of end of life care around the world.