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£680k study to tackle aquaculture disease
A new £680,000 project will use cutting-edge techniques to tackle antimicrobial resistance in Vietnamese catfish – a key challenge for the global aquaculture industry.
Monkeys face climate change extinction threat
Monkeys living in South America are highly vulnerable to climate change and face an “elevated risk of extinction”, according to a new University of Stirling-led study.
Student journalism success for Stirling
Stirling students were celebrating after scooping a host of accolades at a national journalism awards ceremony.
Study reveals link between sheep reproduction and infection
Sheep living in the remote outpost of St Kilda are more susceptible to infection if they have recently given birth to lambs, according to new research involving the University of Stirling.
Scientists to value benefits of eco-friendly flood schemes
The economic and environmental benefits of natural flood defences will be explored in a £467,000 University of Stirling-led project.
Smoking risk in children has fallen since tobacco display ban
The risk of 11 to 16-year-olds taking up smoking has reduced following the introduction of a ban on the open display of tobacco products in the UK, according to a new University of Stirling study.
Death of a friend ‘impacts health for up to four years’
The death of a close friend can cause a major decline in physical health and psychological wellbeing – with the impact being felt for up to four years, research has revealed.
Stirling part of new £5.9m study tackling impact of alcohol, tobacco and obesity
Experts at the University of Stirling are part of a new £5.9 million research consortium looking at how the marketing of alcohol, tobacco and unhealthy food and drink has a detrimental impact on health.
Prison tobacco ban significantly reduces second-hand smoke
Levels of second-hand smoke in Scotland’s prisons fell by more than 80 percent in the week after smoking was banned, according to new University of Stirling research.
Reasons for delay in pelvic organ prolapse treatment revealed
Many women do not seek early treatment for pelvic organ prolapse due to confusion and a lack of awareness around the condition’s symptoms – and feelings of shame and embarrassment – according to new research.
Stirling research supports new volunteering framework
A new framework aiming at getting people involved in volunteering – and developed with the support of University of Stirling research– has been launched by the Scottish Government.
Global human rights and climate change inquiry lands at Stirling
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 University of Stirling.
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.
Stirling research boost to Scots economy outlined
The economic benefit of University of Stirling research activity was the focus of a Scottish Government ministerial visit today.
Feeling ‘at home’ improves health, say Stirling researchers
The ability to feel ‘at home’ has a significant impact on people’s health and wellbeing, according to experts at the University of Stirling.
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.
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.
Experts provide new guidelines to athletes on protein intake
A review led by a sports scientist at the University of Stirling has set out new international guidelines for protein intake in track and field athletes.
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 Stirling and East Anglia.
Shadow Minister meets Stirling housing and ageing experts
Local MSP, Graham Simpson, visited the University of Stirling to hear how its housing and ageing research is helping to stimulate debate on some of Scotland’s long-term challenges.
New study models the proposed reintroduction of the Eurasian lynx to Scotland
Experts have used an innovative approach to model the proposed reintroduction of the Eurasian lynx to Scotland.
Violence against long-term care staff “normalised”
Violence against staff working in long-term care facilities – including physical assault, verbal abuse and sexual harassment – has become “normalised”, according to a new University of Stirling study.
‘Life after Facebook’ discussed by Stirling media expert
A former national newspaper editor – and new University of Stirling honorary professor – will outline the future of journalism in a talk tomorrow night.
University showcases world-leading ageing and dementia research to UK Government Minister
A senior UK politician visited the University of Stirling today (Friday 22 March) to hear about its internationally renowned work on ageing and dementia.
Cinema-going memories explored in new research project
University of Stirling academics are collaborating on a major new research project on cinema from the 1930s onwards.
Study reveals impact of plain cigarette packaging warnings
Health warnings on plain-packaged cigarettes have more of an impact on smokers than those on branded packs, according to new research from the University of Stirling.
Space mission involving Stirling scientists reports findings
A Japanese-led space mission – involving a University of Stirling scientist – has reported its initial findings from its investigation of asteroid Ryugu.
New study sheds light on link between alcohol marketing and increased consumption in young people
Young people’s awareness of alcohol marketing – and their ownership of alcohol-branded merchandise – is associated with increased and higher-risk consumption, a landmark study has found.
App users can stroll through Scotland’s coalmining legacy
A smartphone app that shares secrets of Scotland’s coalmining heritage – through interactive guided walks – has been created by a University of Stirling academic.
Women’s football conference kicks off on International Women’s Day
A University of Stirling researcher has co-ordinated a national conference on women’s football – held at Scotland’s national football stadium.
New study informs debate on predator-prey relationships
Experts have shed new light on the relationship between predators and their prey after studying how elk responded to the risk posed by grey wolves in an American national park.
New study aims to prompt international action on ocean plastic
The University of Stirling has been awarded a share of £850,000 to lead a research project aiming to inspire international action on marine plastic pollution.
New study on the impact of farming technologies on salmon robustness
Aquaculture experts at the University of Stirling are leading a £2 million study that aims to provide important information on the impact of innovative farming technologies on salmon.
New report finds Scotland could suffer under UK immigration proposals
The UK Government’s immigration plans could reduce the number of workers in Scotland by up to five per cent over the next two decades, an expert panel has warned.
European ‘conflict’ requires Stirling students’ negotiation skills
Rising tensions between neighbouring nations will be the focus of a NATO simulation exercise involving University of Stirling students.
Biologists discover new plant reproduction behaviour
Biologists linked to the University of Stirling have discovered a novel mechanism used by plants to self-reproduce in the absence of pollinators.
Recovering forests important to conservation, study finds
Tropical forests recovering from disturbance could be much more important to the conservation of forest bird species than first thought, according to a new study.
Housing, food and fuel poverty protections in the spotlight
Legal frameworks to protect citizens’ rights to a decent standard of living will be explored by a University of Stirling academic.
£1.7m project aims to boost vital aquaculture species
A major research collaboration – involving scientists at the University of Stirling – is aiming to boost stocks of aquaculture species that are vital to the UK.
Back-to-back student journalism wins for Stirling
A University of Stirling student has landed a top national journalism award.
New approach to call handling is saving lives, study finds
A call-handling model introduced by the Scottish Ambulance Service to enhance its response to patients with life-threatening conditions has improved survival rates, new research has revealed.
Study sheds new light on the structure of comets
A University of Stirling planetary scientist – working with European colleagues – has helped shed new light on the physical properties and evolution of comets.
NASA mission – involving Stirling experts – comes to an end
A NASA mission to Mars – involving University of Stirling scientists – has ended 15 years after arriving on the Red Planet.
Stirling to lead £800,000 study into forests and climate change
The University of Stirling will lead a new £800,000 interdisciplinary study designed to predict and monitor the response of European forests to drought and temperature change.
Game of Thrones star shares social insights with Stirling students
Actor Maisie Williams has urged University of Stirling students to “take risks” and grab opportunities – as she visited campus to launch her new social networking app.
Expert co-authors major new report on impact of hunting
A new report – commissioned by a leading international organisation – promotes the creation of a sustainable wild meat sector to protect disadvantaged people and endangered species from hunting.
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Parliament praises University housing and ageing reports
Two University of Stirling-led reports looking at housing and ageing and the impact of housing support services on the quality of life of older people have been praised by the Scottish Parliament.
Minister visits Stirling to hear about innovative research
A Scottish Government minister has visited the University of Stirling to hear how its experts are leading a £1.85 million study investigating how marine plastics transport bacteria and viruses.
Initiative to boost lifestyles of football fans proves a success
A project designed to improve the health of football fans has proven to be more effective in boosting physical activity in men than other similar programmes, according to new research.
Classic card game to bridge the gap between play and study
Researchers at the University of Stirling are using a classic card game to develop an academic discipline called the Sociology of Bridge.
