University news

Professor Mandy MacLean receives grant of over a million to continue her research

Thu, 26 May 2016 13:58:00 BST

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) have awarded Professor Mandy Maclean, Professor of Pulmonary Pharmacology, a further five years of programme grant funding of over £1m to further her research into the role of sex and sex hormones in the development of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

Original Zika virus papers found in University of Glasgow Archive

Tue, 24 May 2016 15:09:00 BST

Handwritten original research documents relating to the first known identification of the Zika virus have been uncovered at the University of Glasgow’s Archive.

The University of Glasgow is ranked as the top university in the prestigious BBSRC Excellence with Impact competition

Thu, 19 May 2016 14:43:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been ranked the top university and overall runner-up in the prestigious national BBSRC (Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council) Excellence with Impact competition.

Lead analysis of Ancient Naples’ harbour reveals impact of Mount Vesuvius eruption AD79 on water supply

Fri, 20 May 2016 11:41:00 BST

An international research team has uncovered new evidence that the great volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79 disrupted the water supply of cities around the Bay of Naples.

Battle of Jutland Centenary and the role Scotland played

Fri, 20 May 2016 11:14:00 BST

British and German warships will lay wreaths at the site of the Battle of Jutland in the North Sea to commemorate the biggest naval engagement of the First World War, in which more than 6,000 British and 2,500 German sailors died.

Professor Iain McInnes awarded Sir James Black Prize Medal

Wed, 18 May 2016 15:17:00 BST

The Sir James Black Prize Medal, one of the most prestigious awards in medicine has been awarded to Professor Iain McInnes of the University of Glasgow.

Kelvin Hall taking shape

Mon, 16 May 2016 10:40:00 BST

The £35m redevelopment of one of Glasgow’s most famous landmarks is taking shape and on target for completion. So what will the University of Glasgow's new teaching and learning facilities offer students?

MVLS professor receives Distinguished Scientist Award

Mon, 16 May 2016 09:50:00 BST

Professor Rhian Touyz, director of the Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences has received a Distinguished Scientist Award from the American Society of Hypertension (ASH).

Gravitational waves researcher becomes Youth Icon of Malaysia

Fri, 13 May 2016 09:18:00 BST

A University of Glasgow PhD researcher is to become the “Youth Icon” of Malaysia in recognition of her contribution to Gravitational Waves research.

‘Metaphor in the Curriculum’ opens up university research to schools

Wed, 11 May 2016 09:35:00 BST

A new online schools resource and app, all about metaphor, have been launched by researchers at the School of Critical Studies at the University of Glasgow.

Young adults in Britain more likely to drink heavily if they smoke or have a higher education background

Tue, 10 May 2016 08:00:00 BST

Young adults in Britain are more likely to drink heavily if they smoke or have attended higher education (college and university), new research has found.

Royal Geographical Society honours Professor Jo Sharp with the Busk Medal

Mon, 09 May 2016 11:07:00 BST

The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) has announced its award of the Busk Medal to Professor Jo Sharp in recognition of her innovative fieldwork and empowerment of others through fieldwork.

University of Glasgow delegation is Hong Kong-bound

Fri, 06 May 2016 17:45:00 BST

One of the largest ever academic delegations to represent the University of Glasgow is bound for Hong Kong to establish new links and reinforce existing links with the University of Hong Kong.

Bursary opportunities for accountancy and finance hopefuls

Fri, 06 May 2016 12:40:00 BST

Students from disadvantaged communities are being offered the opportunity to apply for accountancy and finance bursaries through the ICAS Foundation and University of Glasgow.

Three MVLS researchers named as fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences

Thu, 05 May 2016 11:31:00 BST

Three top researchers from MVLS have been named as fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences, for their contribution to medical sciences, research and healthcare.

University scientists win gravitational waves prize

Wed, 04 May 2016 15:39:00 BST

Just months after being involved in one of the biggest sceintific breakthroughs of the decade, University of Glasgow scientists involved in the Gravitational Waves discovery have won a share of a top international prize.

University hosts radical film conference

Thu, 28 Apr 2016 09:00:00 BST

A radical film festival, hosted by the University of Glasgow, opens tomorrow to discuss among many things alternatives to mainstream cinema.