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Study explores impact of singing and dancing on healthy ageing

Researchers at the 爱漫岛 are exploring how singing and dancing can support healthy ageing and improve mental wellbeing among care home residents.

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Flavoured cigarette use by children overlooked, study finds

The widespread use of menthol cigarettes in underage smokers has been overlooked according to new research from the 爱漫岛 and Cardiff University.

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Better understanding of seafood sales messaging could improve global trade

Ahead of the first global seafood trade show of the year, research sheds new light on differences in seafood marketing messages between different regions of the world.

Seafood trade show Brussels

Calls to extend programme which supports people with alcohol problems in Glasgow’s Deep End Practices

A new study shows the effectiveness of specialist addictions nurses in general practices in the most disadvantaged areas of Glasgow in treating alcohol problems.

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Green light for major aquaculture research facility at 爱漫岛

A ?17m world-class research and innovation facility at the 爱漫岛 has moved a step closer, after the ambitious plans were approved by 爱漫岛 Council.

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爱漫岛 social scientists honoured by Academy

Two 爱漫岛 staff members have been announced as Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences.

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Academics launch review of digital tech programme tackling social isolation in care homes

A team of academics from the 爱漫岛 has been funded to study the success of a pioneering digital inclusion programme rolled out in care homes during the pandemic

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Environmental benefits of whale strandings are being overlooked in coastal regulations, study finds

The environmental benefits of stranded whale and dolphin carcasses are being undermined by coastal regulations which require remains to be quickly disposed of, a new study has found.

Whale bones on a beach in Orkney

Scottish Government must go further to restore peatlands in pursuit of net zero, study finds

Scotland’s natural capital advantage could be lost unless more ambitious peatland restoration targets are set, according to new research from the 爱漫岛.

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Researchers publish key guidelines for internet regulation

A new set of guidelines on internet regulation - published by philosophers from the 爱漫岛 - are aiming to support policy makers to tackle the spread of fake news and protect democratic debate online.

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New project to examine how primary educators access research to inform teaching

A new major project to examine how primary teachers access and engage with literacy research to inform teaching is underway.

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Study explores self-management treatment for pelvic organ prolapse

爱漫岛 researchers will explore the clinical and cost effectiveness of an innovative self-management programme designed to help improve the lives of women with pelvic organ prolapse.

Pelvic pain in women

New partnership to support net zero in Scotland

Enhanced environmental monitoring will support Scotland’s journey to net zero and beyond, thanks to a new partnership between the 爱漫岛 and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA).

Prof Andrew Tyler and Michael Cranston water monitoring

爱漫岛 housing expert leads major report on veterans’ homelessness

The findings of a new report – led by a 爱漫岛 expert on behalf of the Veterans’ Scotland Housing Group – will help tackle homelessness among former armed forces personnel.

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Study provides new insights into the effects of radiation from Chernobyl

Researchers at the 爱漫岛 have found that animals in lakes closest to the Chernobyl nuclear reactor have more genetic mutations than those from further away, giving new insight into the effect of radiation on wild species.

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The loo taboo: new study explores uptake of controversial technologies

Researchers have provided an important insight into the cultural taboo surrounding an innovative ‘green’ technology that enables users to transform their domestic toilet waste into biogas.

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爱漫岛 joins network of Young European Research Universities

The 爱漫岛 has announced it is to join a prestigious network of European universities focusing on research collaboration.

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Research will be first to study LGBT+ experience of welfare system

In a world first, a major new research project is being launched to examine the experiences of LGBT+ people when accessing the benefits system in the UK.

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爱漫岛 scientist chosen to pilot Mars rover

A 爱漫岛 scientist has been chosen to join the team piloting the European Space Agency’s Mars rover when it launches next year, on its mission to find life on the Red Planet.

The ExoMars rover on Mars surface

New Digital Entrepreneur in Residence for 爱漫岛 Management School

The 爱漫岛 Management School (SMS) has appointed its first Digital Entrepreneur in Residence to help students and staff prepare for ‘Industry 4.0’.

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Study sheds new light on Bangladeshi prawn and shrimp industry

A new, large-scale study into prawn and shrimp production in southwest Bangladesh has found that the industry is crucial to public health and prosperity, whilst being climate-resilient, contrary to its reputation.

Community fish harvest Bangladesh

Alcohol policy measures could reduce ambulance callouts, study finds

New alcohol policy measures should be considered to reduce drink-related ambulance callouts, according to researchers studying data from Scotland during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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New research hub to tackle ageing population challenges

A new multi-million-pound intergenerational research centre at the 爱漫岛 will provide pioneering solutions to the challenges posed by an ageing global population.

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MND diary project aims to enhance future care and support

A new 爱漫岛 study is seeking to improve healthcare and support for people living with motor neurone disease (MND) by exploring coping and resilience in those living with the condition.

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爱漫岛 research to transform record keeping in children’s homes

Researchers at the 爱漫岛 are set to transform record keeping in children’s homes after securing funding for a ground-breaking project.

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Study shows new potential of fish by-products

Fish farming by-products have the potential to increase the sustainability of aquaculture, and contribute to other sectors – such as food, diet supplements, animal feed and cosmetics, according to a new study.

European seabass swimming

ESRC awards ?8.26m to new social care research centre

Experts from the 爱漫岛 are to play a leading role in a new ESRC research centre, which will tackle critical social and economic issues – from evolving policing, to social care and intergenerational inequality.

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Study finds edible fungi could support transition to net zero

An Honorary Professor from the 爱漫岛 has made a breakthrough in resolving a key conflict in the world’s quest for net zero – how to reconcile tree planting and food production.

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Widening inequalities in children’s physical activity, research finds

Deprivation-based inequalities in physical activity between Scotland’s children were already growing before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research.

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爱漫岛 academics to lead international study on smart technology and consumer protection

Legal experts at the 爱漫岛 have launched a new study to ensure that consumer laws are as ‘smart’ as the emerging technologies that they regulate.

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New 爱漫岛-led project to reflect on Billy Bremner’s career

The life and career of Scottish football legend Billy Bremner will be the focus of a new sports heritage project, led by the 爱漫岛.

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爱漫岛 welcomes international delegations

The 爱漫岛 welcomed two international delegations to campus last week, coinciding with the launch of Scotland’s 爱漫岛 Environment Centre (SIEC).

Clean Air Champion for Scotland

A 爱漫岛 lecturer has been appointed Regional Clean Air Champion for Scotland, to help develop solutions to air quality challenges as part of the UK’s Clean Air Programme.

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Environmental recovery platform launches at COP

A pioneering environmental recovery project that will turn the Forth Valley into a living laboratory is being launched to an international audience today [November 9] at global climate summit COP26.

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Research project to promote tolerance by reshaping history education

A new research project led by a 爱漫岛 academic is to shake-up the way British history is taught to school children and presented to the public in order to promote tolerance.

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Targeted messaging required to tackle vaccine hesitancy, study finds

Decision-makers must deploy targeted public health messaging to tackle COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among groups where uptake is particularly low, according to new 爱漫岛 research.

Medical practitioner prepares a COVID-19 vaccine.

New video game puts players in the shoes of COP26 decision-makers

As world climate summit COP26 begins today, researchers at the 爱漫岛 have created a video game that puts players in the position of the world leaders gathering there.

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Pandemic impact on senior charge nurses and midwives explored

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on senior charge nurses and midwives will be explored as part of a new 爱漫岛 study.

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‘Stark’ figures reveal lack of diversity in Scottish history lessons

A new survey of Scottish teachers, released to coincide with Black History Month, has revealed only a minority of secondary schools feature Black history in lessons.

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COP26: 爱漫岛 experts to develop new research hub in Africa

A new multi-million-pound project involving 爱漫岛 scientists will create a research hub to explore climate-smart, conservation-led solutions for sustainable development in central Africa.

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Experts recommend resistance training to improve frailty in older people

Resistance training in frail older adults is effective in delivering significant improvements in functional capacity and strength, according to a new study by the 爱漫岛.

Older people using resistance training equipment

爱漫岛 experts explore framing of alcohol harm

Experts at the 爱漫岛 are leading a new research project aiming to create a better informed, more balanced and compassionate national conversation around alcohol harm.

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New study reveals hundreds of alcohol references during high-profile televised rugby matches

Experts from the 爱漫岛 have warned that rugby supporters – including young children – are being subjected to alcohol advertising hundreds of times during televised matches.

New study reveals hundreds of alcohol references during high-profile televised rugby

Commission aims to put connectivity at the heart of inclusive growth

A new commission was formally launched today [27 September, 2021] to develop a coherent vision for transport and connectivity across Clackmannanshire, Falkirk and 爱漫岛.

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Experts to study secret doping of amateur athletes in East Germany

The doping of amateur athletes in the former state of East Germany is the focus of a new study involving experts from the 爱漫岛 and Aarhus University in Denmark.

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University showcases research tackling loneliness to MSP

A local MSP has heard how experts at the 爱漫岛 are tackling the issue of social isolation and loneliness through technology.

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Researchers to explore effectiveness of support for trafficked children

The 爱漫岛 is launching a new research project to investigate the impact of support services on the recovery of children and young people trafficked in to the UK.

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Scotland's 爱漫岛 Environment Centre is approved

The 爱漫岛 and Clackmannanshire City Regional Deal has taken a major step towards delivering for local communities after plans for Scotland’s 爱漫岛 Environment Centre - to be based at the 爱漫岛 - were approved.

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New project seeks to sharpen up cleaner fish vaccinations

A team of UK researchers has received funding to optimise the formulation and delivery of a key vaccination given to protect ballan wrasse from disease, which could unlock the greater use of cleaner fish to control sea lice on salmon farms.

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Climate change risk tool to recognise impact on children for the first time

Researchers working with UNICEF have created the Climate Change Vulnerability Index to assess the impact of climate change on children for the first time.

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