Research news
New £350,000 project to promote education in sport
Experts at the University of Stirling will research and promote education in sport as part of a new £350,000 collaboration with European partners.
New research to look at peer support around dementia
A new research project will evaluate peer support initiatives for people with a lived experience of dementia, with the aim of improving care in Scotland and across the UK.
Review finds suicidal children are “at risk of being overlooked”
The needs of suicidal children are at risk of being overlooked due to gaps in policy and inconsistencies in how the issue is approached globally, according to experts.
New boxing archive has a nice ring to it
Scotland’s proud boxing history is to be preserved in a new archive - housed at the University of Stirling - following a funding award by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Multi-million pound award for domestic abuse research
Researchers have received a multi-million pound grant to investigate innovative interventions to support children and young people impacted by domestic abuse.
Male dominance of discussions around steroid use may increase risk to women
Women who use steroids may be at “higher risk” because discussions around the issue are often dominated by men, new research has revealed.
Colonial settlers’ memories explored in new online course
The experiences of former European settlers of colonial Algeria will be the focus of a new online course launched by the University of Stirling.
Eating mussels three times a week boosts omega-3 levels
Eating mussels three times per week may bring about significant health benefits – such as reduced risk of cardiac arrest – thanks to their omega-3 fatty acid properties.
Stirling graduates’ documentary helps kick-off film festival
A film – made by University of Stirling graduates – exploring inclusion within the world of rugby will be screened on the opening night of an international film festival.
Farmed oysters able to protect themselves from acidification
Oysters bred for fast growth and disease resistance are able to adapt their shell growth to protect themselves from environmental acidification, according to new research.
£300k project explores role of feed strategies in parasite control
A new £300,000 study involving University of Stirling experts and a leading animal feed manufacturer is aiming to explore how certain feed ingredients can reduce infections in farmed fish.
Routine sparring in boxing can affect brain performance
Routine sparring in boxing can cause short-term impairments in brain-to-muscle communication and decreased memory performance, according to new research.
Informal approach key to tackling drinking in pregnancy
Health professionals should adopt a conversational approach and focus on building trust when discussing alcohol consumption with pregnant women, midwives have told researchers.
Stirling graduates make national television debut
University of Stirling graduates' documentary about a mixed martial artist is to air on the BBC Scotland channel tonight.
Banning trophy hunting can have a detrimental impact, experts say
Experts have outlined “compelling evidence” that suggests banning trophy hunting can negatively affect conservation – arguing that unregulated killings are far more prevalent in non-hunting zones.
Warnings on individual cigarettes could reduce smoking
Health warnings printed on individual cigarettes could play a key role in reducing smoking, according to new research from the University of Stirling.
‘Urgent action’ needed to clean up Scotland’s air further
Further action is required to support efforts to improve the quality of air in Scotland, an analysis led University of Stirling academics has found.
Older private renters face unique challenges
The UK’s growing number of older private renters face distinct challenges which could worsen the nation’s housing crisis, according to research led by the University of Stirling on behalf of the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE).
Beaver reintroduction key to solving freshwater biodiversity crisis
Reintroducing beavers to their native habitat is an important step towards solving the freshwater biodiversity crisis, according to experts at the University of Stirling.
Inappropriate housing causing disabled people ‘physical and mental harm’
Leading housing experts are warning that disabled home-seekers are experiencing adverse emotional and mental distress due to a lack of suitable accommodation.
Arctic study to shed light on organisms key to the food chain
A research team – led by a University of Stirling expert – will set off on a scientific cruise to the Arctic Ocean this weekend in a bid to understand the behaviour of tiny organisms that are key to the food chain.
Half of young drinkers are unaware of health messages on alcohol packaging
Just half of 11-19 year old drinkers recall seeing health messages or warnings on alcohol packaging – despite being an important target market for this information, according to new research.
Salt rules linked to 9,900 cases of cardiovascular disease and 1,500 cancer cases
A relaxation of UK food industry regulation has been linked with 9,900 additional cases of cardiovascular disease, and 1,500 cases of stomach cancer.
Space mission explains lack of primitive meteorites found on Earth
A European lander delivered by a Japanese-led space mission – involving a University of Stirling scientist – has made an important discovery during its exploration of the primitive asteroid Ryugu.
Stirling academics awarded NHS research grant to tackle prescription opioid overdose
Substance use experts at the University of Stirling have been awarded a £30,000 research grant from NHS Fife to help reduce the risk of overdose in prescription opioid users.
Scotland’s energy future inquiry informed by University of Stirling expertise
A major inquiry into Scotland’s future energy requirements has benefited from input from a University of Stirling academic.
MSc student on track to boost cervical cancer screening attendance rates
A Stirling student is expecting to boost cervical cancer screening attendance rates in Iceland by at least 5% after launching an innovative project as part of her MSc course.
Looked after children in Scotland have faced ‘significant neglect and maltreatment’ before entering care
Almost 90% of children aged five and under - studied as part of a major new research project led by the University of Stirling - experienced abuse or neglect before entering care.
Innovative approach to tackling pesticide resistance evolution
A new £620,000 study led by the University of Stirling is taking a “revolutionary approach” in attempting to tackle resistance to pesticides in insects.
£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.
