University news

Researchers leverage large-scale data to uncover new insights into rare diseases and COVID-19

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 12:00:54 GMT

A study of over 58 million people has identified eight rare diseases that carry significantly increased risks for COVID-19-related mortality in fully vaccinated individuals

Diabetes drug may have hidden health benefits for older adults

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

A new and increasingly widely used diabetes medication may have additional health benefits for older adults, according to new research which looked at data from more than 300,000 patients who have taken part in clinical trials

New project aims to map future societal impact of augmented reality

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:30:30 GMT

A new research project is setting out to explore the positive and negative effects that future generations of augmented reality technologies could have on society.

UofG quantum research showcased for UK Government

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow’s expertise in quantum technology research and development has been showcased for visitors from the UK Government.

New research seeks to find new ways to target opioid addiction

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:01:00 GMT

An international team of researchers, led by the University of Glasgow, hopes to find new ways to target opioid addiction

First Minister visits the University to meet with care-experienced students

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 15:30:00 GMT

John Swinney MSP met with the UofG Widening Participation Team to discuss the University’s support for care experienced students

UofG research gives greater understanding of gambling products and motivations

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 13:21:43 GMT

Research shows a stronger association between casinos/slot machines and gambling harms than previously understood - and gives further insight into reasons for gambling.

University of Glasgow Gaelic professor discovers lost Scottish Gaelic manuscripts

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:00:00 GMT

A total of 56 historically significant Gaelic manuscripts that had been missing for over half a century were discovered by UofG's Professor Rob Ó Maolalaigh

First Minister and former Irish Taoiseach mark leadership change at SCGA

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Scotland’s First Minister and the former Prime Minister of Ireland have helped celebrate the next stage of the leadership of the international relations think tank, the Scottish Council on Global Affairs (SCGA)

Recyclable artificial vision system could be sweet for the environment

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:30:00 GMT

A new form of energy-efficient artificial vision system inspired by the human brain and made in part using honey could help reduce the impact of electronic waste.

Film directors facing financial instability and reduction in opportunities

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:27:00 GMT

UK TV and film directors are facing financial instability due to irregular employment and a reduction in opportunities to work and earn

Local fishermen rescue humpback whale off the coast of Skye

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Two local fisherman were able to successfully rescue a humpback whale found entangled in creel fishing gear to the north east of Skye after training with University of Glasgow researchers

Young adults with learning disabilities 9 times more likely to die from treatable causes

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:01:00 GMT

Researchers at the University of Glasgow have found that young adults (aged 25-34) with learning disabilities are 9 times more likely to die from treatable causes, compared to young adults in the general population

‘Mission accomplished’ as ventures graduate from Scotland’s first deeptech accelerator

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:39:21 GMT

The Infinity G programme kicked off in October with 15 ground-breaking companies – in sectors from AI and quantum computing to biotechnology - to help founders validate their ventures, get ready to raise investment, and win customers.

Professor Olivia Wu appointed Director to NIHR national research programmes

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Professor Olivia Wu is named as one of five new Directors of NIHR’s research programmes.

Taylor Swift fans may be ready to ‘Shake Off’ plastic vinyl records, new University of Glasgow study shows

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT

New research from the University of Glasgow reveals that Taylor Swift fans might be ready for an eco-friendly evolution of how they collect their favourite artist’s music, with one in four willing to consider plastic-free alternatives to traditional vinyl records.

Academic Consultancy Service launched by Principal and VP for Economic Development & Innovation

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:28:35 GMT

New service will make it ‘simpler and more efficient’ for University staff to drive impact through consultancy.

Entrepreneurship fear of failure on the rise

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:06:00 GMT

Around the world, the number of people deterred from starting a business because of fear it might fail is increasing, according to the latest Global Entrepreneurship Monitor.

Mortality inequalities are widening in cities across the UK

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:01:00 GMT

Death rates in the most deprived areas of cities in England and Scotland have been increasing since the start of the last decade, widening inequalities between the richest and poorest in society

University of Glasgow Library Announces Distinguished Research Fellows for 2025 

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 09:00:00 GMT

A total of 13 new scholars who have been awarded Visiting Research Fellowships to carry out research using its unique collections by UofG Library.

University performs strongly in THE World Reputation Rankings 2025

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:02:49 GMT

The rankings list the top global University brands as judged by senior academics

The Tenementals launch innovative listening post installation with call to Glasgow venues

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:00:34 GMT

The Tenementals, an award-winning academic-artist collective, are inviting Glasgow venues to host their groundbreaking interactive installation following its debut at the University of Glasgow.

European study highlights inequalities in diagnosis and treatment of biliary tract cancer

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:00:13 GMT

Biliary tract cancer is increasing in incidence and mortality across Europe, with more people under the age of 60 years-old now impacted by the disease. However, despite this, knowledge about these tumours remains low both among health professionals and authorities, as well as in society in general

Building a path to sustainability through languages and art

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Communities will be encouraged to enhance their knowledge of languages in a project aimed at designing new approaches to learning about sustainability.

New podcast that challenges Scotland’s energy industry launched by UofG

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:51:06 GMT

A new podcast series that questions why Scotland’s abundance of energy hasn’t resulted in a more prosperous or fairer society has been launched by UofG energy experts.

Mòr-ionad didseatach ùr an dòchas ceangal ri coimhearsnachd Ghàidhlig Ghlaschu  

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 09:00:00 GMT

New digital hub hopes to connect Glasgow’s Gaelic  community

New, greener software model could democratise access to geospatial analysis

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:30:00 GMT

Computer analysis of geospatial data could be made more environmentally-friendly thanks to a groundbreaking new software model built by a team of scientists from a Scottish university.

Celebrating the fascinating life of a Scottish literary legend and creator of the modern day spy thriller

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Lecture will mark the 150th annivesary of the birth of The Thirty-Nine Steps author John Buchan

University of Glasgow unveils state-of-the-art magnetism lab for cutting-edge research

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:30:32 GMT

The University of Glasgow is set to become one of the UK’s leading centres for cutting-edge medical magnetics research with the establishment of a new laboratory facility.

Professor Sahasranamam wins Management Publication of the Year Award

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:32:20 GMT

Professor Sreevas Sahasranamam has won the inaugural Management Publication of the Year Award in the Sustainable Futures category.

New Epi-Scot Study will provide much-needed information on childhood epilepsy

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:30:00 GMT

A new nationwide study, focused on children and young people with epilepsy, will provide doctors and families with vital new information on living with the neurological condition

University research secures funding through RSE Research Awards Programme

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Scotland’s vibrant research sector receives over £686.5K in the latest RSE Research Awards Programme.

UofG will lead new £1.3m climate tipping point research project

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:30:08 GMT

Researchers from the University of Glasgow will lead a £1.3m new partnership which aims to develop a network of underwater sensors to monitor the vital signs of the planet’s warming oceans.

Professor Massimo Palmarini steps down as CVR director after 14 successful years

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT

After more than a decade leading the MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research (CVR), Professor Massimo Palmarini is stepping down as Director of the globally renowned research facility to take up a new role