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University a global leader in gender equality as new THE Impact Rankings released

GCU's dedication to the United Nations' (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) has seen the University named number one in the UK for promoting gender equality – and fourth in the world – in the latest Times Higher Education (THE)

World-leading blood borne virus research team clinch international Real Impact Award

Glasgow Caledonian University Sexual Health and Blood Borne Viruses research group have clinched a top international award for their world-leading HIV and hepatitis C prevention research in people who inject drugs.

GCU hosts UK-wide Gynaecology Ultrasound Study Day on campus

Glasgow Caledonian University is hosting an on-campus British Medical Ultrasound Society study day for sonographers, radiographers, gynaecologists and students from across the UK.

Honorary graduates inspire at special ceremonies

"You leave here armed with a degree from a powerful institution - one for the common good and one whose graduates get jobs."

Student gels with GCU to remove stubborn pollutants from water

A Glasgow Caledonian University student is looking to develop an analytical method to monitor the removal of pollutants so persistent they are known as the “forever chemicals”.

Double Paralympian to be honoured at graduate celebration

Double Paralympian Michael Kerr will be one of four remarkable people to receive an honorary degree from Glasgow Caledonian University next week.

Artificial intelligence tool could revolutionise neurological diagnoses

Researchers are working on a tool that could ‘transform’ the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy and give clinicians an all-important warning ahead of an epileptic seizure.

Innovative plans to cut science waste and boost sustainability

Lecturers in GCU’s Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences have launched a project to find new sustainable ways to cut science waste in their teaching and research labs.

Cricket World Cup experience of a lifetime for psychology trainee

Glasgow Caledonian University Trainee Sport and Exercise Psychologist Sahen Gupta has spoken of his Cricket World Cup experience of a lifetime in the West Indies with Scotland Men’s U19 squad.

Professorial Lecture explores how to improve your health and save the planet

Professor of Health Behaviour Dynamics in the School of Health and Life Sciences, Sebastien Chastin, will deliver his online inaugural Professorial Lecture on Tuesday, May 10, 2022.

Research highlights respiratory education for nursing students

Glasgow Caledonian University health services researcher Dr Nicola Roberts has published a study exploring how respiratory care is taught to pre-registration nursing students across the UK.

GCU marks World Health Day

On World Health Day 2022 (April 7), GCU’s School of Health and Life Sciences Dean Professor Anita Simmers highlights how staff and students are helping to build a fairer, healthier world.