Gannets learn to hunt by following their elders

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 09:57:00 GMT

Gannets, the largest seabirds in the North Atlantic, can travel hundreds of miles from their homes just to catch food for their chicks.

beatson
beatson

UofG scientists lead the way in next generation radiotherapy research

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 10:33:00 GMT

GLASGOW scientists have been awarded a major cash boost from Cancer Research UK to pioneer new radiotherapy technologies and techniques that could help more people survive cancer in the future.

A Wolfson Wohl lab worker looks through a microscope
A Wolfson Wohl lab worker looks through a microscope

New Glasgow Cancer Tests for research and clinical trials

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 14:14:00 GMT

The Glasgow Precision Oncology Laboratory (GPOL) at the University of Glasgow has developed a ground-breaking new cancer test for research and clinical trials that could ultimately change the way cancer medicine is delivered.

River
River

Climate change is affecting the way Europe floods, experts warn

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 09:00:00 BST

Climate change is disrupting the rhythms of spring growing and river flooding across Europe, which could pose new problems for biodiversity and food security in floodplains, scientists say.

A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.
A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.

Centenary of UofG's first female law graduate and the UK’s first woman solicitor

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 09:00:00 GMT

On this day 100 years ago, the UK’s first female solicitor graduated with a law degree from the University of Glasgow.

Main building and tower from Kelvingrove park
Main building and tower from Kelvingrove park

Lecture created by Harry Potter & The Cursed Child Theatre Director John Tiffany in celebration of life changing UofG tutor

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:00:00 GMT

A lecture created by Theatre Director John Tiffany to celebrate his UofG tutor Dr Alasdair Cameron will be delivered by Hollywood & Broadway star Alan Cumming.