University news

Prize for aeronautical engineering student

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:30:00 BST

Simon Fraser, a 5th year student on MEng in Aeronautical Engineering, has won the PEGASUS student competition, held at the Universitat Politècnica de València in Spain, on 17th April 2026.

Lord Provost explores Burns collections and digital heritage at UofG 

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:54:00 BST

The University of Glasgow recently welcomed the Lord Provost of Glasgow for a special visit celebrating the city’s shared literary, cultural and civic heritage.

Simulation breakthrough could spark aerial firefighter training revolution

Mon, 11 May 2026 08:30:00 BST

Sophisticated new flight simulation software capable of accurately modelling the performance of firefighting helicopters could help train pilots to tackle wildfires more effectively in the future.

Innovative heart failure treatment proves transformative for patients

Mon, 11 May 2026 08:00:00 BST

A newly developed heart failure device and medication combination, which allows patients to receive treatment from the comfort of their own home, has been called “game-changing” after a UK-wide trial found that it is safe and effective to use

World-leading researcher of dog-mediated rabies wins 2026 Plowright Prize

Mon, 11 May 2026 11:30:00 BST

University of Glasgow’s Professor Katie Hampson has been awarded the Plowright Prize for her pioneering research that aims to end dog-mediated rabies.

Student entrepreneur turns golf side-hustle into e-commerce success

Tue, 12 May 2026 09:08:46 BST

Malcolm Weir, 22, founded his vintage clothing resale platform Generation Mulligan two years ago to supplement his student income while working towards his degree in Geography.

Royal Geographical Society award for UofG researcher

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:16:00 BST

Professor Larissa Naylor has received the Cuthbert Peek Award in recognition of her contributions to coastal geography, geomorphology and her application of research to address the ecological and climate challenges facing society.

Gravitational wave detectors can now ‘autotune’ signals to harmonise the heavens

Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:00 BST

Gravitational wave researchers working on the world’s most sensitive scientific instruments have found a way to tune their detectors using a process akin to the pitch-correction used in music production.

Kid Reporters make headlines at the University of Glasgow

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:29:00 BST

An ambitious collaboration between the University of Glasgow and Hillhead Primary gave school children the opportunity to learn more about the media, digital storytelling and the University’s research.

It takes a village: trialling a community approach to child mental health services

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:01:15 BST

A team of researchers, led by the University of Glasgow, will trial a new approach to children’s mental health services in the UK aimed at providing better care for young people in need

University of Glasgow GeoAI researcher selected for national DAFNI Fellowship

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:30:00 BST

A School of Geographical & Earth Sciences researcher has been named as the recipient of a fellowship from DAFNI, the Data & Analytics Facility for National Infrastructure.

UK’s largest independent gambling harms research centre launches

Thu, 14 May 2026 10:52:00 BST

The University of Glasgow will lead the UK’s largest independent gambling harms research centre, together with the Universities of Sheffield, Swansea and King’s College London

£4M funding set to enable cutting-edge heart research

Mon, 18 May 2026 08:30:00 BST

Researchers at UK universities are launching a major new research project which aims to create the world’s most detailed 3D images of the mechanical forces at work inside a living, beating heart.

Conference to examine how rewilding is reshaping nature and heritage

Mon, 18 May 2026 08:00:00 BST

Leading voices from across the UK will be exploring how the rapid rise of rewilding is transforming both the natural environment and the historic landscapes that define it.

Historic tartan archive gifted to the nation will transform understanding of Scotland’s textile heritage

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 BST

Two UofG postgraduate students are helping to transform understanding of Scotland’s textile heritage through their research on a major new tartan acquisition by National Museums Scotland.

UofG analysis offers fresh insights about the 2026 Scottish Parliament election

Mon, 18 May 2026 23:41:00 BST

A new analysis led by the University of Glasgow gives fresh insights into the 2026 Scottish Parliament election

Women football commentators judged more harshly than men - even when delivering identical commentary

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:00:00 BST

Listeners judge women football commentators more negatively than men, even when delivering identical match commentary, new research from a team shows.

Dominant fish are more likely to consume microplastics than others in their social group

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:05:00 BST

Fish who display dominant traits are more at risk of consuming microplastic pollution than others in their social group, according to new research.

Study to examine economic impact of Edinburgh Festival Fringe

Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:00 BST

A new study by UofG's Professor Murray Pittock, will look at the economic and social impact of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Monumental paintings set to be installed at Kelvin Building

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:01:00 BST

Two vast paintings inspired by one of the most ambitious scientific theories proposed by physicist Lord Kelvin will be unveiled at the University of Glasgow this June.

Safety Nets study shares insights into social security and devolution

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:29:00 BST

Devolved policies added £1 billion of additional social security expenditure in Scotland and Northern Ireland - and this continues to rise, finds systematic research led by Safety Nets

Two UofG professors appointed Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:01:00 BST

Professor Frances Mair and Professor Petra Meier have both been elected as Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences in recognition for their world-changing public health research.

Researchers to use new technology to better understand lung inflammation in cystic fibrosis

Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:00 BST

Professor Robert Gray will share in more than £1.3million investment to carry out cutting edge research into cystic fibrosis

Implantable tech could cast new light on bladder cancer treatment

Thu, 21 May 2026 09:10:30 BST

A new implantable device which aims to maximise the effectiveness of light-sensitive drugs could improve outcomes for bladder cancer patients in the future.

UK launches a study of Andes hantavirus using a pre approved outbreak protocol

Thu, 21 May 2026 12:43:06 BST

Following the outbreak of Andes hantavirus disease on the cruise ship MV Hondius, UK universities and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) have launched a new clinical study to characterise infection and disease associated with Andes hantavirus.

New funding to improve insights into Dravet Syndrome

Fri, 22 May 2026 09:00:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been awarded a three-year Endeavour Project Grant from the Epilepsy Research Institute to lead crucial studies into Dravet Syndrome, a hard-to-treat form of epilepsy which begins in infancy

Girls with ADHD from deprived backgrounds may face a higher risk of long-term health conditions

Tue, 26 May 2026 00:02:00 BST

Girls from a deprived background who are diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be more likely to experience multiple long-term health conditions, or multimorbidity, in adulthood, according to new research.

Astrophysicists strike black gold with treasure trove of gravitational wave detections

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:01:00 BST

Researchers from the University of Glasgow’s Institute for Gravitational Research are celebrating the publication of a vast new treasure trove of gravitational wave detections, hailed as a milestone marking the coming of age of gravitational astronomy.

Breaking the Optical Barrier: terahertz tech could help enable quantum internet security

Wed, 27 May 2026 08:31:00 BST

A new method to distribute cryptographic keys using terahertz waves could help enable secure communication in the quantum-powered internet of the future, researchers say.

New technology to transform professional development in schools

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:33:24 BST

Professional learning and student assessment in schools is set to be transformed, thanks to a first of its kind advance in education technology led by the University of Glasgow.

Helping Scotland to achieve its deep tech potential

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:42:00 BST

From photonics and quantum to life sciences, AI and space, Adam Smith Business School researchers are identifying what’s needed to help Scotland’s deep tech sector reach its full potential.

Gene test can safely spare many breast cancer patients of chemotherapy

Fri, 29 May 2026 20:15:00 BST

Many people with breast cancer can safely avoid chemotherapy with the use of a gene test, potentially sparing them unnecessary side effects without increasing the risk of the cancer returning, according to a large international clinical trial led by UCL in collaboration with the University of Glasgow.