October 2019 news
Archive news stories
New research to look at peer support around dementia
A new research project will evaluate peer support initiatives for people with a lived experience of dementia, with the aim of improving care in Scotland and across the UK.
Review finds suicidal children are ¡°at risk of being overlooked¡±
The needs of suicidal children are at risk of being overlooked due to gaps in policy and inconsistencies in how the issue is approached globally, according to experts.
New boxing archive has a nice ring to it
Scotland¡¯s proud boxing history is to be preserved in a new archive - housed at the °®Âþµº - following a funding award by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Top coach selected for Team GB at Tokyo Olympics
Award-winning coach Steven Tigg is set to travel to Tokyo with Team GB for the 2020 Olympic Games ¨C making him the first °®Âþµº representative to be selected for next year¡¯s competition.
°®Âþµº students targeting the Scottish Cup Third Round
Student footballers at the °®Âþµº are preparing for one of their biggest games of the season ¨C as they aim to make the Scottish Cup Third Round for the second consecutive year.
Multi-million pound award for domestic abuse research
Researchers have received a multi-million pound grant to investigate innovative interventions to support children and young people impacted by domestic abuse.
Researchers discuss evidence-based approaches to challenging poverty
The complex nature of poverty was the subject of discussion at a special event held at the °®Âþµº. The event, bringing together researchers, policymakers and practitioners, marked the culmination of Challenge Poverty Week, which ran from 7 ¨C 11 October.
New web-based tool to improve football development
An innovative sports science tool ¨C based on the research of a °®Âþµº academic ¨C is aiming to revolutionise talent identification and development in youth football players.
Male dominance of discussions around steroid use may increase risk to women
Women who use steroids may be at ¡°higher risk¡± because discussions around the issue are often dominated by men, new research has revealed.
Colonial settlers¡¯ memories explored in new online course
The experiences of former European settlers of colonial Algeria will be the focus of a new online course launched by the °®Âþµº.
Innovation is the answer to making net zero a reality, Minister hears
A senior Scottish Government minister has heard how °®Âþµº research and innovation can help realise the Scottish Government¡¯s target of net zero emissions.
Sport facilities hit new heights at the °®Âþµº
The °®Âþµº¡¯s ?20 million sports facilities redevelopment has reached another major milestone after building work reached its highest point.
University archive receives red carpet treatment
Items from Scotland¡¯s sporting past shared the limelight with some of the country¡¯s top sporting stars on the red carpet at a prestigious awards ceremony this week.
Eating mussels three times a week boosts omega-3 levels
Eating mussels three times per week may bring about significant health benefits ¨C such as reduced risk of cardiac arrest ¨C thanks to their omega-3 fatty acid properties.
°®Âþµº signs Kenyan partnership
The °®Âþµº has further strengthened its global network with the signing of an agreement with Moi University in Kenya.
°®Âþµº graduates celebrated in Singapore
More than 60 students from the °®Âþµº celebrated their achievements at the Singapore Institute of Management Global Education (SIM GE) graduation ceremony.
°®Âþµº students access a bright future
More than 40 students are starting degree courses this year after completing a °®Âþµº access to higher education programme.
°®Âþµº graduates¡¯ documentary helps kick-off film festival
A film ¨C made by °®Âþµº graduates ¨C exploring inclusion within the world of rugby will be screened on the opening night of an international film festival.