October 2020 news
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New £1.1m study to assess impact of bar/club opening hours on emergency services
A new £1.1 million study led by the University of Stirling is seeking to understand recent changes in opening hours for bars and nightclubs, and how these changes impact on health, crime levels, and emergency services in Scotland.
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University signs Researcher Development Concordat
The University of Stirling has become a signatory of the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers.
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Stirling academic’s research plays part in new opera
Research by a University of Stirling academic has underpinned one of the first performances to be live streamed from the Royal Opera House.
Stirling researchers to uncover Scotland’s hidden reading history
Experts at the University of Stirling have been awarded £1m for a unique project aiming to uncover the history of reading in Scotland from 1750 to 1830.
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Stirling academic wins prestigious global award
A University of Stirling academic has received a prestigious international award in recognition of their research, which has benefits for animal welfare and sustainable food production.
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Bumblebee reproduction at heightened risk from radiation
New research by experts at the University of Stirling has revealed the reproduction rates of bumblebees living in radiation-contaminated areas, such as Chernobyl, are more severely impacted than previously thought.
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Stirling expert part of international team combatting marine plastic pollution
A University of Stirling expert will lead a project researching the sources, impacts, and degradation of microplastics, as part of an international collaboration to combat marine plastic pollution in Southeast Asia.
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Stirling housing student scoops top award
A University of Stirling housing student has received a prestigious award after wowing industry judges with her work on housing law and policy.
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Stirling child trafficking experts publish research
A team of experts from the University of Stirling commissioned by the Scottish Government to research the professional response to child trafficking in Scotland has published its research.
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Professors made Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences
Two University of Stirling professors have been made Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences in recognition of their outstanding contributions to research.
Stirling University scoops national equality awards
Two University of Stirling departments are celebrating their continued commitment to equality and inclusion after being awarded Athena SWAN bronze awards.
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Stirling philosopher recognised with £1m of UK government support
A University of Stirling academic has been recognised as a rising star of research after being awarded more than £1m for an innovative new project.
University signs Norwegian partnership
The University of Stirling is expanding its international partnerships after signing a new agreement with the Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research (NIKU).
University congratulates graduates honoured by Queen
The University of Stirling Principal and Vice-Chancellor has congratulated three members of the University community on their recognition in the latest Queen’s Birthday Honours.
University of Stirling education experts complete exam review
A team of Stirling researchers led by education expert Professor Mark Priestley has completed an independent review into the handling of this year’s Scottish National Qualifications.
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Stirling expert appointed to Anti-Slavery Group
University of Stirling academic Dr Paul Rigby, has been appointed to provide expert advice to the Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner (IASC).
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