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World Changers: January

11th January 2024

From generational wave detectors, to AI-enhanced X-rays, The Glasgow Guardian looks at the world changing research taking place on campus. Research at the University of Glasgow is again pushing the boundaries of innovation, fostering positive change globally. The new year has seen groundbreaking research in space science and medicine, hoping to improve the lives of ...


John Swinney hired by UofG

11th January 2024

The former deputy first minister best known for bungling student’s predicted grades during the COVID-19 pandemic has been given a job at the University. The MSP for the Scottish National Party John Swinney has been given a role in the University of Glasgow as an honorary professor at the Centre for Public Policy. According to ...


Bottom grade for University on sustainability

11th January 2024

An annual ranking of UK Universities based on sustainability has placed the University of Glasgow 110th in the country. The University of Glasgow’s level of sustainability has declined compared last year, according to a newly released league table. People and Planet’s 2024 University league table, which ranks Universities based on their sustainability and environmental impact, ...


Students banned from bringing dependents to UK

11th January 2024

Westminster legislation banning foreign students from bringing dependents to the UK has come into force, affecting students at the University. New UK government legislation has come into effect which bans certain foreign students from bringing dependents with them to the UK. International students starting courses in the UK from 1 January will no longer be ...


University of Aberdeen strike ballot opens following cuts to Modern Languages

11th January 2024

Staff at Aberdeen are balloting for potential strike action in response to the decision to cut single-honours degrees in modern languages. The University and College Union (UCU) ballot opened on Wednesday and will run until February 7. This comes after the UCU claimed around 30 jobs were at risk due to the cuts.  All members ...


Scotland’s squad for Euro24

11th January 2024

Scotland manager, Steve Clarke, faces some tough decisions in preparation for Scotland kicking off the 2024 European Championships next summer. Despite conceding 14 goals in our last five games (none of which mattered, right?) we are on our way to Germany. Now comes half a year of anxiety and excitement for the upcoming European Championships. ...


Further cuts for Scottish education

11th January 2024

The Scottish Government’s annual budget has announced cuts to university education, prompting concerns from those in the sector. The Scottish government’s most recent budget contains a £48.5 million reduction in funding for Scottish university education, constituting an almost 6% cut excluding inflation. This has led universities across Scotland to reconsider their financially challen...


The Gordian Knot of climate geopolitics

11th January 2024

Global politics is destroying the planet – we will never solve climate change in a capitalist world order COP28 is over; but it feels difficult to rejoice, even for the big victories achieved. The summit did make historic strides in addressing the climate crisis, with more specific goals being set over a range of different ...


A Plant-Based University

11th January 2024

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Head injuries in rugby: are athletes actually safe?

11th January 2024

Despite recent improvements in safety in rugby, players remain concerned regarding whether they are receiving sufficient protection. Head injuries in rugby have long been a concern, and the recent claim made by 234 rugby players against several rugby governing bodies in the High Court, has reignited the conversation about player safety in the sport. The ...