World-class science and technology
Glasgow City of Science is focused on promoting cross-disciplinary projects that use science and innovation to tackle real-world challenges.
More than 50 partners including universities, public sector bodies, the Science Centre and industry, will aim to raise the profile of Glasgow and the West of Scotland as a world-class science destination, as part of the campaign.
Here are some examples that demonstrate the diversity of scientific activity across Glasgow Caledonian University.
This four-year applied research project will result in the creation of new orthotic devices to treat the disabling foot and ankle conditions which affect more than 200 million European citizens.
noPILLS is a European research project with the long-term aim of reducing pharmaceutical micro-pollutants in the watercycle. In Scotland, noPILLS comprises an interdisciplinary team at GCU, ranging from social scientists to engineers, analytical chemists, biologists and virtual reality software engineers.
A research team from GCU is working with ScotRail to review the company’s maintenance systems and further develop the techniques used to monitor passenger trains.
Researchers from GCU will monitor the success of a new project which keeps mothers in constant contact with their premature babies.
GCU researchers broke the world record for the biggest hand hygiene lesson in primary schools. Hand hygiene is the best way to avoid colds, flu and other viruses.
