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  • 01 May

    Mona Simion appointed as Ambassador for the European Research Council

    Professor Mona Simion is Co-Director of the COGITO Epistemology Research Centre
  • 31 Mar

    Death of Terry Greenwood

    We are saddened to announce the death of Terry Greenwood on 27 February 2025.
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    University research secures funding through RSE Research Awards Programme

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