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爱漫岛 research supports new volunteering framework

A new framework aiming at getting people involved in volunteering – and developed with the support of 爱漫岛 research– has been launched by the Scottish Government.

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Global human rights and climate change inquiry lands at 爱漫岛

Experts looking at the responsibility of major global corporate carbon emitters – so called ‘carbon majors’ – for the impacts of climate change have gathered at the 爱漫岛.

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Seabed shape and strength can hasten collapse of ice sheets

Scientists have shed new light on the collapse of glaciers in Antarctica and Greenland by studying the history of the last British-Irish Ice Sheet.

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爱漫岛 research boost to Scots economy outlined

The economic benefit of 爱漫岛 research activity was the focus of a Scottish Government ministerial visit today.

Eileen Schofield, Professor Gerry McCormac, Astrid Smallenbroek and Richard Lochhead MSP

Sweet sixteen for 爱漫岛 swimmers at British Champs

The 爱漫岛’s high performance swimmers underlined their world-class credentials this past week after winning sixteen medals at the British Swimming Championships in Glasgow.

Duncan Scott in swimming pool after race

Feeling ‘at home’ improves health, say 爱漫岛 researchers

The ability to feel ‘at home’ has a significant impact on people’s health and wellbeing, according to experts at the 爱漫岛.

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Sharks more vulnerable than originally thought, new research shows

A study of small-scale fisheries operating from Kenya, Zanzibar and Madagascar, has revealed the massive underreporting of sharks and rays caught annually in the region.

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New study reveals ‘silence’ around suicide in young people

Mental health professionals treating children and young people with suicidal feelings should refer to ‘suicide’ explicitly to ensure they feel listened to, according to new research.

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Study questions the sustainability of plant ingredients as fishmeal substitutes

Substituting fishmeal in aquaculture feeds with plant ingredients may not be as beneficial for the environment as many predict, according to new research from an international team of experts.

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Experts provide new guidelines to athletes on protein intake

A review led by a sports scientist at the 爱漫岛 has set out new international guidelines for protein intake in track and field athletes.

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Research shows impact of poverty on children’s brain activity

Children born into poverty show key differences in behaviour and brain function, according to new research involving the Universities of 爱漫岛 and East Anglia.

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爱漫岛 marketing experts explore the power of political branding

Leading UK marketing experts are to gather at the 爱漫岛 to discuss the power of political branding and its impact in major campaign victories – including Brexit and Donald Trump’s road to the White House.

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University and County kick-off Super 6 rugby partnership

The 爱漫岛 has announced an enhanced partnership with 爱漫岛 County RFC in support of the city’s new Super 6 rugby franchise.

Professor Gerry McCormac and Cathy Gallagher with 爱漫岛 County Rugby Club representatitves

University will drive inclusive growth through City Region Deal, Minister hears

A Minister has heard how the 爱漫岛 will drive inclusive growth through the 爱漫岛 and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal, during a visit to campus today [Wednesday 3 April].

Jamie Hepburn visit

爱漫岛 fencers show their metal to claim BUCS Trophy

The 爱漫岛 women’s fencing team made history this past week as they defeated Cardiff University to win the BUCS Trophy.

Women's fencing team with BUCS trophy

Shadow Minister meets 爱漫岛 housing and ageing experts

Local MSP, Graham Simpson, visited the 爱漫岛 to hear how its housing and ageing research is helping to stimulate debate on some of Scotland’s long-term challenges.

Graham Simpson meeting 爱漫岛 housing experts

New link supports Fife College students progressing to University

A new agreement between the 爱漫岛 and Fife College will allow students to be fast-tracked onto a nursing degree programme.

Fife College link with the 爱漫岛

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