University news

New funding to develop next-gen wireless communications systems

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT

Researchers from the UK and Ireland are collaborating on a new project to develop a key technology which will enable the next generation of wireless communications.

Prioritising resource for GPs in deprived areas is essential for care

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 11:00:00 GMT

GP practices in deprived areas should be prioritised for resource, in order to allow them to provide effective care to some of the most unwell and vulnerable patients in society

Largest survey of its kind charts immersive digital future for museums worldwide

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT

A global survey has revealed an overwhelming public interest in accessing museum collections through virtual reality (VR) and extended reality (XR) technologies.

Some combinations of long-term health conditions linked to worse quality of life

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:01:00 GMT

Certain combinations of long-term health conditions are associated with worse quality of life and should be taken into account when assessing patients.

Supported weight management may improve symptoms for people living with Long Covid and overweight

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 10:00:40 GMT

Researchers have found that a combination of dietitian and peer-supported weight management may help improve symptoms in people with both Long Covid and overweight – however, the study leads stress it was a complex intervention and further research is required

Members of the University recognised in 2025 New Year Honours

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 09:30:00 GMT

Members of the University community were recognised in the 2025 King’s New Year Honours list.

Research blasts off towards future space factory development

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT

Researchers from the James Watt School of Engineering have taken one small step towards a future where orbital factories can 3D print future tech on demand in space.

Rapid roll-out of new fund aims to grow University’s innovation clusters

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:16:00 GMT

Innovation Cluster Development Fund is aimed at researchers and academic staff with innovative ideas that carry commercial potential, or any team considering launching a new business venture.

John Smith Centre to launch UK Youth Poll

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 09:31:00 GMT

The John Smith Centre will publish a major new survey of youth opinion this spring to inspire and encourage more young people to get involved in politics and public life.

The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology: Global Commission proposes major overhaul of obesity diagnosis, going beyond BMI to define when obesity is a disease.

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 23:30:00 GMT

A global Commission, published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology and endorsed by 75 medical organisations around the world, presents a novel, nuanced approach to diagnose obesity, based on other measures of excess body fat in addition to body mass index (BMI), and objective signs and symptoms of ill health at the individual level

Clyde in the Classroom celebrates 25 years of inspiring ecology

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT

They have transformed 2,000 classrooms into fish hatcheries and inspired 50,000 children to learn about the importance of local biodiversity. Now, Clyde in the Classroom – the unique, hands-on freshwater biology project that seeks to bring the River Clyde into classrooms around the West of Scotland – is proudly celebrating its 25th anniversary

First phase of governmental project to understand impact of smartphones and social media on young people

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 01:01:30 GMT

Researcher teams across the UK are leading the first phase of a new research project that will lay the groundwork for future studies into the impact on children of smartphone and social media use

UofG research and innovation showcased for Scottish Labour leader

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT

Leading figures from the University of Glasgow welcomed the Scottish Labour Party leader, Anas Sarwar MSP, to campus to showcase two key research and innovation projects.

Library project helps to chase away the ‘January Blues’

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT

A project which is helping East Dunbartonshire library users to tackle low winter moods is being hailed as a success.

‘Neurorobot’ research aims to create enhanced precision in neuromodulation

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT

Researchers from the University of Glasgow are set to lead a £4m new project to investigate the potential of ‘neurobots’ to treat epilepsy.

Final call for EBSD conference abstracts

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 11:21:02 GMT

The University of Glasgow is issuing a final call for abstract submissions for this year’s Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) conference.

Action urged over climate change’s impact on hydropower and wildlife

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT

Scotland must do more to help hydropower facilities maximise their output and prevent negative impacts on wildlife in the face of the challenges posed by climate change, according to a new report.

UofG researchers showcased in new SAGES podcast series

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 09:25:00 GMT

University of Glasgow researchers are playing a key role in a new podcast series launched by the Scottish Alliance for Geoscience, Environment and Society (SAGES).

Successes for University of Glasgow in THE Subject Rankings 2025

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 21:00:00 GMT

The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject covers 11 subject areas.

UofG researchers part of new projects to tackle engineering research challenges

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:27:00 GMT

University of Glasgow researchers are lending their support to two newly-funded projects which aim to tackle some of the key challenges facing engineering.

UofG research highlights how accountancy can save biodiversity

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:09:00 GMT

An academic study which could play a crucial role in supporting companies to foster more sustainable practices has been published.

University of Glasgow research to explore Robert Burns’s environmental legacy

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT

The Centre for Robert Burns Studies (CRBS) will study the bard’s environmental consciousness through an innovative PhD research scholarship.

Fully-funded net-zero robotics PhD opportunities available at RAINZ CDT

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow is encouraging applications from UK candidates to help create the next generation of multi-disciplinary robotic systems engineers and revolutionise how robotics supports the UK's Net Zero Strategy.

UofG researchers team with Canadian colleagues on new quantum project

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 06:00:00 GMT

University of Glasgow researchers are teaming up with their Canadian counterparts for a research project supported by new funding.

European Space Agency funded Heat Loss Index to be developed by UofG

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 07:15:00 GMT

The European Space Agency (ESA) is funding a feasibility study – led by SatVu and in collaboration with the University of Glasgow - to enhance the analysis of building energy efficiency.

UofG set to play key role in UN’s ITU focus group on AI Native Networks

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:00:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow’s School of Computing Science is playing a key role in a new United Nations International Telecommunication Union focus group which aims to harness the power of AI to improve the design and performance of communications networks.

£5million research grant awarded to Glasgow to tackle health inequalities

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:00:07 GMT

Glasgow has been awarded £5million research funding over the next five years to help improve the lives of citizens and tackle health inequalities

Breakthrough could enable diamond transistors for high-power applications

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT

A landmark development could help create a new generation of diamond-based transistors for use in high-power electronics.

New quantum technique could improve cutting-edge spectroscopy

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:30:00 GMT

An international team of engineers and physicists have found a way to use quantum light to improve the performance of cutting-edge spectroscopy.

Chip-free wireless sensors could reduce environmental impact of electronic tags

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT

A more sustainable new form of electronic tag could help reduce the vast environmental impact caused by single-use RFID technologies, researchers say.