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New study will harness genomic surveillance to target Antimicrobial Resistance
One of eight new networks working together to tackle AMR
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Alumna heads for Paris with Team GB
Seonaid McIntosh selected for Olympic shooting squad
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Strathclyde in four new UK quantum technology hubs
Hubs will cover areas ranging from healthcare and computing to national security and critical infrastructure
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Nasa’s science mission spacecraft are at risk from hackers, but a new law could help protect them
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Women now as entrepreneurial as men in Scotland, new analysis shows
Rates amongst the 250,000-strong non-white population in Scotland also reached a new high of 24.1%.![A car stuck in flooded water A car stuck in flooded water](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xClimate_change_for_IMAGES_2207.jpg.pagespeed.ic.CpNjGq_ggn.jpg)
£5M project to drive materials innovation and mitigate climate change
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"Demand exceeds supply" for democracy in African nations
Afrobarometer survey covers 39 of the continent’s 54 nations![The hands of a surgeon The hands of a surgeon](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xGettyImages-new_hands_surgeon.png.pagespeed.ic.s2V9ks3Syv.jpg)
'Exceptional' synthetic heart valve project at Strathclyde among recipients of RSE grants
Device could improve the lives of millions![King Charles III presents Professor Sir Jim McDonald with the Knight Grand Cross at the Palace of Holyroodhouse King Charles III presents Professor Sir Jim McDonald with the Knight Grand Cross at the Palace of Holyroodhouse](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xJim_GBE.jpg.pagespeed.ic.Mk328ZLPaC.jpg)
King Charles presents Strathclyde Principal with Knight Grand Cross
Sir Jim was awarded the title in the King’s New Year’s Honours list earlier this year for his Services to Engineering, to Education and to Energy.![Exterior of Technology & Innovation Centre. Exterior of Technology & Innovation Centre.](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xTIC-exterior.jpg.pagespeed.ic.byj15rBEG1.jpg)
Glasgow’s first Venture Studio to drive Innovation
The project is supported by Glasgow City Council and funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.![Professor Sir Jim McDonald, Principal & Vice-Chancellor, University of Strathclyde Professor Sir Jim McDonald, Principal & Vice-Chancellor, University of Strathclyde](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xPSJM_CO8A3960_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.Q6tL36L3PI.jpg)
Principal appointed to Court of Regents of Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh
Founded in 1505, the RCSE is one of the oldest surgical corporations in the world and the largest royal surgical college in the UK.![Football on a grass pitch Football on a grass pitch](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xFootball.jpg.pagespeed.ic.c2gYua-qBg.jpg)
Study reveals birth month impact on football careers
Research project finds strong evidence of a relative age effect at this summer’s European football tournament.![Chvrches singer Lauren Mayberry with her honorary degree. Photo by Guy Hinks Chvrches singer Lauren Mayberry with her honorary degree. Photo by Guy Hinks](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xlaurenmayberry_hongrad_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.6asbtRjLPf.jpg)
World Cup-winning footballer and Scottish singer receive honorary degrees
Lilian Thuram and Lauren Mayberry are among eight recipients![Airspection Technical Director Chris Fowler (centre) at Inside Innovation with Converge Executive Director Claudia Cavalluzzo (right) and Deputy Director Adam Kosterka. Photo by Anna Moffat Airspection Technical Director Chris Fowler (centre) at Inside Innovation with Converge Executive Director Claudia Cavalluzzo (right) and Deputy Director Adam Kosterka. Photo by Anna Moffat](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xconverge_airspection_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.dq9mOCPmKo.jpg)
Strathclyde start-up wins Net Zero pitch prize at innovation showcase
Airspection wins at Inside Innovation, hosted by Converge![Presentation of the cHeRries Employer of the Year Award. L-R: Nicola Murray of award sponsors Stork; Senior HR Adviser Lesley Storer; Assistant Director Employee Experience Verity Watson; HR Partner Dawn Watt; Assistant HR Partner Michelle McVey; BBC presenter and awards ceremony host Jason Mohammad. Photo by DC Thomson Presentation of the cHeRries Employer of the Year Award. L-R: Nicola Murray of award sponsors Stork; Senior HR Adviser Lesley Storer; Assistant Director Employee Experience Verity Watson; HR Partner Dawn Watt; Assistant HR Partner Michelle McVey; BBC presenter and awards ceremony host Jason Mohammad. Photo by DC Thomson](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xcherriesawards_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic._dg4V8Ee0q.jpg)
Strathclyde named Employer of the Year in the cHeRries Awards 2024
Award recognises excellence in the field of human resources, training and recruitment.![Aerial shot of the University of Strathclyde campus with Strathclyde Business School Aerial shot of the University of Strathclyde campus with Strathclyde Business School](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xCampus_aerial_image_2023_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.yM0E4e2GN8.jpg)
Strathclyde ranked joint 25th in the world for its contribution to achieving Sustainable Development Goals
Strathclyde garnered a total of 94.1 points – up from 92.5 last year – with this improved position set against a substantial increase in the number of participating institutions.![Digital Binary Bits flying through virtual Network. Digital Binary Bits flying through virtual Network.](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xfintech-1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.bF7F3KdwOO.jpg)
New innovation challenge deepens collaboration with global financial firms
FinTech lab announces new innovation challenge focused on delivering positive environmental and societal outcomes.![An aeroplane taking off An aeroplane taking off](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xGetty_-_aeroplane_aerospace.jpg.pagespeed.ic.jqIxpFlhpv.jpg)
EU-Funded Project Aims to Revolutionise Alloy Coating Designs
Cutting-edge software tailored for greener coatings![A woman shopping in the metaverse A woman shopping in the metaverse](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xMetaverse_shopping_Getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.fZ-Ax7IVKm.jpg)
Pioneering project to create virtual charity shop in the metaverse
Digital retail experience enabled by immersive technologies![Pupils from St Benedict’s Primary celebrate their Young Strathclyder graduation Pupils from St Benedict’s Primary celebrate their Young Strathclyder graduation](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xStrtathclyde_Graduation.MR297-1600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.XY008Yup5M.jpg)
School pupils ‘graduate’ from University’s Young Strathclyder programme
The Young Strathclyder programme is aimed at raising the aspirations of pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds.![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xCancer_cell_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.IDMP00avTa.jpg)
Combining biomedical data from breast cancer patients could lead to ‘groundbreaking discoveries’ in fight against disease
Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death of women globally.![Exterior of Technology & Innovation Centre. Exterior of Technology & Innovation Centre.](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xTIC-exterior.jpg.pagespeed.ic.byj15rBEG1.jpg)
Strathclyde hosts Higher Education Export Control Association conference
The conference brings together practitioners, legal professionals, institutional leaders and government representatives to share best practice on all matters relating to research security.![Digital Binary Bits flying through virtual Network. Digital Binary Bits flying through virtual Network.](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xfintech-1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.bF7F3KdwOO.jpg)
FinTech Scotland announces grant winners of AI compliance challenge
Five companies awarded up to £50,000 to further develop and implement their innovative solutions![The Mondulkiri province in Eastern Cambodia The Mondulkiri province in Eastern Cambodia](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xMondulkiri,,_Cambodia.jpg.pagespeed.ic.EUSGDPRYC1.jpg)
Strathclyde student teams make finals of sustainable engineering contest
Grand Finals of the Engineering for People Design Challenge, run by Engineers Without Borders UK![Professor Matt Hannon and Dr Jennifer Roberts Professor Matt Hannon and Dr Jennifer Roberts](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xSustainComm.jpg.pagespeed.ic.04-yAlyG94.jpg)
Launch of a pioneering institute for sustainable communities
Institute for Sustainable Communities involves Strathclyde Business School and Engineering![Aerial view of Strathclyde campus with mural Aerial view of Strathclyde campus with mural](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xCampus_aerial_image_2023_mural_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.bcoSYhAsV4.jpg)
Two outstanding Strathclyders elected as Fellows of the Royal Society
Recognised for their invaluable contributions to science, are Professor Keith Ridgway, Senior Executive – Manufacturing and Professor Glynn Winskel, in the Department of Computer and Information Science.![Robotic medicines manufacturing Robotic medicines manufacturing](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xRobotic_medicines_manufacturing_image_for_Medi_Forge.jpg.pagespeed.ic.cvK6FJb9KK.jpg)
Strathclyde involved in pioneering research hubs for sustainable manufacturing
Strathclyde leading new hub to transform production of medicines & partner in initiative for circular manufacturing![Riyadh city skyline at dusk Riyadh city skyline at dusk](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xRiyadh_skyline-1600p.jpg.pagespeed.ic.jMFBmJgHEW.jpg)
Strathclyde partners with Princess Nourah University to deliver STEM and Business education to Saudi women
Strathclyde will deliver teaching in STEM, business and humanities, as part of a movement in the country to expand the role of women in these fields and in wider society.![Smoking factory chimneys Smoking factory chimneys](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xsmoke_from_chimneys_global_warming.jpg.pagespeed.ic.dgc3h3K-om.jpg)
Carbon Capture and Storage sector in Scotland could support 3,000 jobs and boost UK economy by £300M
Action on worker and skills shortages will be key to realising economic gains.![Campus viewed from Rottenrow Campus viewed from Rottenrow](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xRottenrow_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.gDyZEjV24S.jpg)
Eighteen Strathclyde projects in Converge semi-finals
The projects account for more than 10% of the 100 entries on the shortlist, from universities and research institutes around Scotland.![Plant in soil Plant in soil](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xSoil_-_getty_image.jpg.pagespeed.ic.KDa9D5N4RT.jpg)
Study finds antimicrobial resistance in soils Scotland-wide
National soils archive has samples dating back to 1934 for research![Panorama of Manama skyline at sunset Panorama of Manama skyline at sunset](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xManama_Bahrain.jpg.pagespeed.ic.BDhpaCry6p.jpg)
Strathclyde to open Innovation, Research and Education hub in Bahrain
Partnering with S Eleven Educational, Strathclyde will bring its distinctive approach and extensive experience in driving local economic development.![Inspire100 winners Elliot Johnson Humphrey from CataNiTek, Mark Smith and Garance Locatelli from MARKED : Wayfinding System, and Kayla-Megan Burns from Podplistic Inspire100 winners Elliot Johnson Humphrey from CataNiTek, Mark Smith and Garance Locatelli from MARKED : Wayfinding System, and Kayla-Megan Burns from Podplistic](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xInspire_100_pic_May_24_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.NqwvcDIp1F.jpg)
Inspiring start-ups triumph in university pitching contest
Bi-annual Strathclyde Inspire100 event![An aerial view of the Learning & teaching and Graham Hills campus buildings An aerial view of the Learning & teaching and Graham Hills campus buildings](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xLearning_,a_Teaching_banner.png.pagespeed.ic.jr1g-Gz8-i.jpg)
New Enterprise Hub launched in Scotland to help engineering start-ups
Enterprise Hub Scotland, based at the University of Strathclyde, will focus on helping local entrepreneurs to commercialise deep tech innovations, spin out companies from universities and attract further external investment.![Battery technology Battery technology](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xGettyImages-_battery_technology_banner_1.jpg.pagespeed.ic.Jfp0O5NBbj.jpg)
Research to advance recyclable flow batteries technology in emerging economies
Researchers developing simplified processes![Woman's hand on computer mouse Woman's hand on computer mouse](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xGettyImages-185277608.jpg.pagespeed.ic.s9kPOygtBd.jpg)
Emerging concerns over generative AI to be tackled in £3.5 million project
Project aims to minimise the technology’s potential for harm![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xdeliverycourier_1600x600_getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.eFzL2yqolC.jpg)
‘Alarming risks’ to Scotland’s food delivery couriers
Research finds majority feel unsafe while at work![One of the projects funded is the Data Driven Design and Manufacturing Colab One of the projects funded is the Data Driven Design and Manufacturing Colab](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xNMIS_Digital_Factory_CoLab_dashboards_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.zINlD8w0Wd.jpg)
£14M funding to support Glasgow manufacturers to become greener and more productive
'Levelling up’ funding for trio of research and development projects![Earth and Space Earth and Space](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xEarthSpace.jpg.pagespeed.ic.R2vnVObkem.jpg)
International Space University course a first in Scotland
Focus on cyber security in space![Aerial view of Strathclyde campus with mural Aerial view of Strathclyde campus with mural](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xCampus_aerial_image_2023_mural_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.bcoSYhAsV4.jpg)
International award for Engineering Professor
Professor Tariq Durrani OBE receives the IEEE Haraden Pratt Award![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xSIPBS1600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.SB6_3_1186.jpg)
Pulmonary Circulation Leadership Award for Strathclyde professor
Emeritus Professor Mandy MacLean MBE to receive the American Thoracic Society’s Assembly on Pulmonary Circulation Leadership Award![Medicines being manufactured Medicines being manufactured](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xMedicines_-_biomedicine_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.AdPSdz-oi9.jpg)
The National Measurement Laboratory appoints Academic in Residence at Strathclyde
Dr Zahra Rattray will support reliable innovation and ensure accuracy and validation of methodology in drug delivery research.![Exterior of Strathclyde Business School. Exterior of Strathclyde Business School.](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xsbs-web.jpg.pagespeed.ic.curjR5yqnP.jpg)
Education regulator praises Strathclyde Degree Apprenticeship programmes
Programmes commended for the quality of their learning and teaching and their close collaboration with employers![A yacht alone in a blue sea under a blue sky A yacht alone in a blue sea under a blue sky](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xYacht_in_sea.jpg.pagespeed.ic.Aw8mG_ymog.jpg)
Strathclyde alumnus makes waves with support for sailing teams
Businessman and Strathclyde alumnus Leslie Stretch is sponsoring sailor Pip Hare’s participation in the 10th edition of the Vendée Globe 24.![Aerial shot of the University of Strathclyde campus with Strathclyde Business School Aerial shot of the University of Strathclyde campus with Strathclyde Business School](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xCampus_aerial_image_2023_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.yM0E4e2GN8.jpg)
Strathclyde awarded grants to make labs more sustainable
Grants to improve the environmental footprint of chemistry research![A technician working in the lab A technician working in the lab](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xGettyImages_lab_technician.jpg.pagespeed.ic.Ix0HM4zGr8.jpg)
Funding for new Physics Technical Apprentice to address skills gap
Project to tackle aging workforce gap![Building and city scape Building and city scape](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/x5g_web_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.Ejr_qxrCle.jpg)
Pioneering 5G technology scoops industry awards
Award winning team features Strathclyde engineers![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xClassroom_1600-_Getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.kcHtq3NAoS.jpg)
Impact of COVID-19 “will affect exam results well into the 2030s”
Study of pandemic's impact on education in England![Container ship from above. Container ship from above.](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xContainer_ship.jpg.pagespeed.ic.1m__d1EB_3.jpg)
Strathclyde wins Young & Senior Researcher awards at European transport conference
Double success for NAOME![Delegations from the University of Strathclyde and Siemens Energy at the signing ceremony in Berlin Delegations from the University of Strathclyde and Siemens Energy at the signing ceremony in Berlin](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xSiemens_MoU_line_up_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.ROccozBv2Y.jpg)
University strategic partnership with Siemens Energy to drive innovation
MoU formalised at signing ceremony at the Innovation Center Berlin![Aerial drone shot of the University of Strathclyde campus Aerial drone shot of the University of Strathclyde campus](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xStrathclyde_Uni_Campus_Image_-01_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.0aLmkWhnnH.jpg)
Three Strathclyders among new Royal Society of Edinburgh Fellows
Appointments of Chief Commercial Officer Gillian Docherty, Professor Keith Mathieson and Professor Apala Majumdar![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xMarriagecertificate_1600_Getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.2A_ET9N5-m.jpg)
Advancements in genetic genealogy to be profiled at international conference
Event to be hosted by the Strathclyde Institute for Genealogical Studies![UN Palace of Nations, Geneva UN Palace of Nations, Geneva](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xUN_Palace_of_Nations_1600_Getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.T2UP6D-n_s.jpg)
Law Professor appointed as UN independent expert on climate change and human rights
Professor Elisa Morgera appointed from a pool of more than 50 candidates![Earth and Space Earth and Space](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xEarthSpace.jpg.pagespeed.ic.R2vnVObkem.jpg)
Global experts join forces on £1.5M AI Space Sustainability project
International collaboration exploring how Artificial Intelligence can improve space operations![Exterior of Technology & Innovation Centre. Exterior of Technology & Innovation Centre.](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xTIC-exterior.jpg.pagespeed.ic.byj15rBEG1.jpg)
Glasgow Tech Week brings entrepreneurs and innovators together to celebrate success and build city’s ecosystem
The week will see a series of conferences, panels, breakfast sessions, workshops, networking events taking place across the city.![Smoking factory chimneys Smoking factory chimneys](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xsmoke_from_chimneys_global_warming.jpg.pagespeed.ic.dgc3h3K-om.jpg)
Strathclyde’s first social enterprise spin-out aims to tackle global warming
Company's Climate Change Litigation Knowledge Hub, a searchable open-access online platform, takes complex climate change litigation cases and translates them into short, plain language summaries.![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xpreeclampsia_1600x600_getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.EKxeRvM-ub.jpg)
Risk of adverse outcomes of pre-eclampsia accurately identified through new AI model
More than 8,800 women in 11 countries took part in the study![Advanced Forming Research Centre Advanced Forming Research Centre](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xAFRC_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.9i0xGIbwXS.jpg)
Pioneering forging research hub puts Scotland at the forefront of advanced engineering
The new facility puts Scotland at the forefront of modernising and future-proofing the $75 billion world forging sector.![A woman sitting at computer screens A woman sitting at computer screens](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xGettyImages-1194430863-_Lupovis_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.qpRS-PU2WQ.jpg)
Strathclyde cyber security research group gains Centre of Excellence status
Status conferred by the National Cyber Security Centre![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xfood_waste_1600x600_getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.3urlkNzavA.jpg)
£1M project to use food by-products for new antimicrobial drugs
Project aims to make antimicrobial production more cost-effective and sustainable![The EEC 2024 winners, StrathEssentials The EEC 2024 winners, StrathEssentials](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xEEC_2024_winners_StrathEssentials_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.xQA-b7JXF4.jpg)
Student entrepreneurs win award for marketplace idea
Pitching event has £2,000 top prize![Strathclyde Principal and Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Jim McDonald (right) with NPL CEO Dr Peter Thompson at the the NPL-enabled clock at the new innovation node at Strathclyde. Photo by NPL Strathclyde Principal and Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Jim McDonald (right) with NPL CEO Dr Peter Thompson at the the NPL-enabled clock at the new innovation node at Strathclyde. Photo by NPL](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xnpl_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.5VRVSUmdcr.jpg)
Innovation Node launched to drive development of new time-critical technologies
Strathclyde is hosting National Physical Laboratory atomic clock![Medicines being manufactured Medicines being manufactured](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xMedicines_-_biomedicine_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.AdPSdz-oi9.jpg)
Researchers awarded £2.6M to develop preclinical lead drug candidate for advanced prostate and colorectal cancers
Aim is to develop a pharmacological compound to inhibit the activity of the protein IKK alpha.![Aerial shot of the University of Strathclyde campus with Strathclyde Business School Aerial shot of the University of Strathclyde campus with Strathclyde Business School](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xCampus_aerial_image_2023_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.yM0E4e2GN8.jpg)
Strathclyde to lead two new Centres for Doctoral Training and partner in seven others
The Centres are among 65 sharing more than £1 billion of funding from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council.![Professor Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell in front of the commemorative mural in her honour Professor Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell in front of the commemorative mural in her honour](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xDame_Jocelyn_Bell_Burnell_DSC3385-1600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.k4ipYUCOPT.jpg)
Renowned Astrophysicist marks International Women’s Day at Strathclyde
Professor Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell opens Wing named in her honour![Electricity pylons Electricity pylons](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xGetty_electricity_pylon.jpg.pagespeed.ic.mQNZDRJZbG.jpg)
Innovative electricity system balancing tool helps keep Britain’s lights on
Tool paves the way for net-zero electricity system operation![Figure sitting at a desk with computer Figure sitting at a desk with computer](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xGettyImages-writer_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.R8rhL81tfM.jpg)
Latest productivity index shows Scotland lagging behind the rest of the UK
Fraser of Allander Institute at Strathclyde provided insights which informed the report![A Kenyan farm worker in the field A Kenyan farm worker in the field](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xA_Kenyan_farmer_working_in_the_field.jpg.pagespeed.ic.OlDaFgupHP.jpg)
Chimney soot & newspaper help create low-cost sensors to improve crop yields in Kenya
System to detect soil nutrients for improved fertility![Nurse with a patient inside an MRI machine Nurse with a patient inside an MRI machine](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xMRI-1600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.dQVHShOtSv.jpg)
Rapid Cancer Diagnostic Service speeding up treatment and improving outcomes, report finds
More than one in ten patients seen by new cancer diagnostic services have been referred for cancer treatment, helping to speed up treatment and improve outcomes.![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xsatellite_1600x600_getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.wx_G1aRp_R.jpg)
Successful Scottish space industry could help Ireland’s sector take off
Scotland a blueprint for progress![Her Majesty The Queen presents Professor Sir Jim McDonald with the Queen's Anniversary Prize Her Majesty The Queen presents Professor Sir Jim McDonald with the Queen's Anniversary Prize](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xQueens_Anniversary_Prize_2024.png.pagespeed.ic.a5gJ7o4vTy.jpg)
Strathclyde collects Queen’s Anniversary Prize for photonics research and innovation
The Award was presented by Her Majesty The Queen in recognition of Strathclyde’s excellence in research and innovation in the field of Photonics – the science of light.![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xinsomnia1600x600_getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.PFMCsFTkpy.jpg)
Preventing insomnia in new breast cancer patients
Trial of Sleep Restriction Therapy for newly-diagnosed patients![View of the TIC and Inovo buildings on the Strathclyde campus View of the TIC and Inovo buildings on the Strathclyde campus](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xTIC_,a_Inovo_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.vkJcuXiPB2.jpg)
Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre secures funding for the next 10 years
Strathclyde-hosted centre has secured new annual funding of £2million from the Scottish Funding Council for at least the next 10 years![Author Archie Hind. Photo by Eleanor Hind Author Archie Hind. Photo by Eleanor Hind](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xarchiehind_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.h99qs1LPii.jpg)
Long lost manuscript of classic Scottish novel acquired by Strathclyde Archives
Manuscript of Archie Hind's 1966 novel The Dear Green Place![Torness Nuclear Power Station Torness Nuclear Power Station](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xNuclear_Power_Station_Torness.jpg.pagespeed.ic.7-9jO75f_K.jpg)
Kinectrics to work with Strathclyde to expand nuclear research opportunities
The two organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding which will see them work together to expedite the commercialisation of advanced nuclear technologies.![Aerial shot of the University of Strathclyde campus with Strathclyde Business School Aerial shot of the University of Strathclyde campus with Strathclyde Business School](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xCampus_aerial_image_2023_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.yM0E4e2GN8.jpg)
NHS Golden Jubilee Consultant appointed Honorary Professor at Strathclyde
Professor Jon Clarke has been acknowledged for his work in the field of orthopaedics and his leading role in cutting edge research for improved patient care![Dr Will Drury, chief executive officer of the Power Networks Demonstration Centre Dr Will Drury, chief executive officer of the Power Networks Demonstration Centre](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xWill_Drury_1600.png.pagespeed.ic.qZajlZFTjw.jpg)
Strathclyde appoints new Chief Executive of its Power Networks Demonstration Centre
Dr Will Drury, currently the Executive Director for Digital and Technologies at Innovate UK, will take over the running of PNDC on 8th April.![Aerial view of Strathclyde campus with mural Aerial view of Strathclyde campus with mural](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xCampus_aerial_image_2023_mural_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.bcoSYhAsV4.jpg)
Two Strathclyde nominations in Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards
Shortlistings in the Knowledge Exchange Heroes (Team) and Making an Environmental Difference categories![Medicines being manufactured Medicines being manufactured](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xMedicines_-_biomedicine_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.AdPSdz-oi9.jpg)
Global pharma firm joins forces with Strathclyde in advanced medicines manufacturing
Sanofi joins a consortium of eight Tier 1 partners within the global pharmaceutical industry![Strathclyde Sports Centre on Cathedral Street Strathclyde Sports Centre on Cathedral Street](/media/1newwebsite/strathclydesport/1600x600/xsports-centre-1.jpg.pagespeed.ic.gBHmy3gAMk.jpg)
Ten Strathclyders in national sports scholarship programme
Talented athletes to benefit from Winning Students 100 programme![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xlibrary_1600_getty.png.pagespeed.ic.QSc4qRSgqD.jpg)
Strathclyde ranked third globally for percentage of Open Access research outputs
Open Access publishing of research outputs – such as results, methodologies, and data – means they are free and accessible to anyone, without requiring subscriptions to academic journals.![Researchers Dr Kirsty Ross (left ) and Jane Essex at a workshop with children at St Andrews Botanic Garden Researchers Dr Kirsty Ross (left ) and Jane Essex at a workshop with children at St Andrews Botanic Garden](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xlocalscience_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.XqRJ15I6mm.jpg)
Local materials can boost science lessons
Study carried out in Scotland and Alaska![Digital Binary Bits flying through virtual Network. Digital Binary Bits flying through virtual Network.](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xfintech-1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.bF7F3KdwOO.jpg)
Innovation call aims to bring Fintech partners together to tackle regulatory challenges
A first-of-its-kind innovation challenge is bringing together financial institutions and innovators across the Scottish Fintech community to develop solutions to key regulatory challenges.![A bumble bee A bumble bee](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xGettyImages-bumblebee_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.ZxB0-Fgs8o.jpg)
Strathclyde awarded £2.2M of doctoral studentships from the Leverhulme Trust
Research to develop new nature-inspired, interdisciplinary research![Group shot of National SubSea Centre collboration Group shot of National SubSea Centre collboration](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xMicrosoftTeams-image_,2814,29.png.pagespeed.ic.wRYGrdYqzr.jpg)
Strathclyde part of new Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Technologies
Designed for researchers to aid the global transition to net zero whilst continuing a career in industry![Cabinet Secretary for for Wellbeing Economy, Fair Work and Energy with Strathclyde entrepreneurs Cabinet Secretary for for Wellbeing Economy, Fair Work and Energy with Strathclyde entrepreneurs](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xEntrepreneurial_campus_Neil_Gray_visit_January_2024_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.2Nywet9BYn.jpg)
Strathclyde showcases entrepreneurial campus on Cabinet Secretary visit
University entrepreneurs receive strategic support to launch & expand businesses![](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xcircuitboard_1600x600_getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.wBHZKk1wwx.jpg)
'Early intervention' on ethical risks of AI in research
Study aims to help researchers and their institutions make informed decisions on how they use Generative AI![Digital health Digital health](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xshutterstock_124034575_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.kVXWYrFDvi.jpg)
New University and social care strategic partnership to fuel health research
Collaboration to develop solutions to real world and local challenges![Elaine Blaxter receives her Honorary Fellowship of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society from The Princess Royal. Photo by Colin Woolf for RSGS – Colin Woolf Fine Art Elaine Blaxter receives her Honorary Fellowship of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society from The Princess Royal. Photo by Colin Woolf for RSGS – Colin Woolf Fine Art](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xrsgs_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.8NWa-Kt45J.jpg)
Strathclyde Librarian receives Honorary Fellowship from Princess Royal
Honorary Fellowship of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society for Elaine Blaxter![Human papillomavirus type 16 Human papillomavirus type 16](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xHPV16_1600_-_Getty.jpg.pagespeed.ic.LQ1Cqf8sts.jpg)
No cervical cancer cases detected in vaccinated women following HPV immunisation
Study concludes that the HPV vaccine is highly effective in preventing the development of cervical cancer![Professor Tim Bedford with Professor Jennifer Herek, Dean of the Faculty of Science & Technology at the University of Twente. Professor Tim Bedford with Professor Jennifer Herek, Dean of the Faculty of Science & Technology at the University of Twente.](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xCESAER_Tim_Bedford.png.pagespeed.ic.93zO_UgR9g.jpg)
Professor Tim Bedford elected Vice President of European universities group CESAER
The appointment comes as the UK joins the Horizon Europe and Copernicus programmes following a bespoke new agreement with the EU.![Coronavirus Coronavirus](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xGettyImages-1206774789.jpg.pagespeed.ic.eTyuETnnIE.jpg)
First all-UK study reveals consequences of missed COVID-19 vaccines
Research finds that 7,000 hospitalisations and deaths could have been averted in summer 2022![National Mining Museum. Photo by Neil Hanna National Mining Museum. Photo by Neil Hanna](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xnationalminingmuseum_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.vhRZYdML1n.jpg)
Waste supercomputer heat and old mines could warm at least 5,000 homes
Trial of system which is first of its kind in the UK![Row of traditional filament lightbulbs with one energy-saving lightbulb hanging lower. Row of traditional filament lightbulbs with one energy-saving lightbulb hanging lower.](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xLightbulbs-1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.FlV31im1yg.jpg)
SG Global Renewables Centre at Strathclyde signs key African partnerships
Hub for shared learning to improve clean energy access![Michael Archibald on the Strathclyde campus with the bag he designed for John Lewis Michael Archibald on the Strathclyde campus with the bag he designed for John Lewis](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xMichael_Archibald_banner.jpg.pagespeed.ic.ZTEe05TKzx.jpg)
Care Experienced student vows to use his MSYP role to help others
Michael Archibald wants to improve things for future generations![Literacy and Numeracy Clinic leader Jenny Carey addresses school pupils during their graduation ceremony at the Barony Hall Literacy and Numeracy Clinic leader Jenny Carey addresses school pupils during their graduation ceremony at the Barony Hall](/media/1newwebsite/commsoffice/1600x600/xLiteracy_and_Numeracy_Clinic_1600x600.jpg.pagespeed.ic.-wkCzxXGdd.jpg)