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What are the issues with electric vehicles? Join this conversation on 29 October.
Let's dive deeper into the challenges and benefits of electric vehicles at our Sustainability Salon: The issues with EVs - continued! Wed 29 Oct, 2-5pm. Book your place: eventbrite.co.uk/e/sustainab… #sustainability #EVs #ElectricVehicles
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Happy #WorldSpaceWeek - an excuse to keep celebrating the 10th anniversary of the first direct detection of gravitational waves! Our scientists played key roles in the field, including developing LIGO detectors' mirror suspensions which enable detections. youtu.be/SqhFtkQ4f2c?si=22Dn…
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This is a great opportunity to learn how you can benefit from our 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝘂𝗯 and 𝗞𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲, among other College research facilities.
How can you benefit from research facilities? Find out more at our 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 - hear about the equipment available, their capabilities, services and how you can access them. Register: eventbrite.co.uk/e/college-o…
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This paper by our very own Dr George Brydon describes SIMply, a Python image simulation tool that simulates spaceborne image data. The tool is: - accessible - simple - flexible - free and open-source.
JUST PUBLISHED: Image Simulation for Camera Development—Python Image Simulator for Planetary Exploration (SIMply) By: Dr George Brydon, at the University of Glasgow Click here to read the latest free, Open Access article from Space: Science & Technology: spj.science.org/doi/10.34133…
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Happy #WorldHearthDay- a very difficult organ to image! In the video you can see how our researchers used 3D microscopy to capture the growing hearts of zebrafish embryos - they were the first to do this while it beats. This could give insights into the human heart.
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Our very own Dr George Brydon developed an open-source software tool set to transform the way scientists and engineers design imaging systems for space.
🚀A new tool from Glasgow Uni is democratising camera design for space exploration by enabling researchers to model how cameras capture light, offering advanced simulation capabilities once limited to major corporations 📍@UofGlasgow 👇Learn more glasgowcityofscienceandinnov…
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Congratulations on the award!
We are delighted to belatedly celebrate winning the Best Image Award at 17MCM in Portoroz, Slovenia. The image of the magnetic domains in a meteorite was acquired in @UofG_MCMP using 4DSTEM DPC. Congrats to winners @DrTrev_Almeida, Emily Wackan, Josh Einsle and Stephen McVitie!🥳
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Congratulations to Dr Graham Kerr on being awarded a University Research Fellowship by @royalsociety. He'll be building his own research team and programme, to study eruptions on the Sun (solar flares), which can impact technology on Earth. gla.ac.uk/colleges/scienceen…
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Wee-g, a lightweight gravimeter, developed by our researchers, is being used to collect invaluable data from a volcano in Costa Rica. It could potentially be used in early warning systems and to help understand complex volcanic systems. By @QEPNT_Hub qepnt.org/news/headline_1208…
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Studied maths, physics or engineering? Develop your data science and geoscience skills with a MSc in Computational Geoscience for a career in an area of growing demand. Apply now for 2025! gla.ac/ComputationalGeoscien…
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The @uofgjmsphd Scholarship and Development Programme is recruiting two scholars: opportunity currently open to Black UK-domiciled students for PhD research in any discipline within Science and Engineering. The deadline to submit an application is 30 May: gla.ac.uk/scholarships/mccun…
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Check out some of our fantastic multitalented STEM students, including Advanced Imaging and Sensing student Grace, in this video celebrating International Women’s Day💜#IWD2025
Happy International Women’s Day 💜 At the University of Glasgow, our incredible community of women in STEM is multi-talented, diverse, and inspiring. This video celebrates their brilliance - both in their studies & beyond! Watch the full video: gla.ac/IWD2025 #IWD2025 #WomeninSTEM #STEMinist #TaylorSwift @uofgscieng @uofgmvls
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Don't miss out! Sign up below
Join our Postgraduate Online Event on Thursday 6 March, 9-5pm. Learn about our engineering Postgrad programmes. There's also sessions on accommodation, admissions, finance, student life, academic information. Ask your questions at the live Q&A. SIGN UP gla.ac.uk/explore/visit/post…
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Great work! @quantunmise ✨
Honoured to have delivered my lecture, 'Quantum Wonders: Journey Through the Entangled Universe,' at the Kilmarnock Engineering and Science Society (KESS) tonight! 🌌✨ Great discussions about the frontiers of quantum mechanics. Thank you for the invitation! #PublicEngagement
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Women of physics & astronomy!! Let's get along at 1pm tomorrow (Wed) and support 👇
We are looking for women to join us on Wednesday at 1pm at the East Quad to recreate this image for STEM. Please just pop along and help us for a secret project!
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Thanks for coming, we hope everyone enjoyed!😃
Thanks for the @UofGPhysAstro for hosting our @BraesHigh Advanced Higher Physics students at a Particle Physics masterclass. Our students had a great day listening to experts in the field and getting their hands on some excellent practical activities.
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Deadline to apply for a fully-funded PhD is 31st January, check the post below for more information!
🤔How will DiveIn enable Project Co-Creation? The process of forming interdisciplinary teams and projects is enabled through a series of events, facilitated by @knowinnovation: 🔹 The Lido🗣️ 🔹 The Splash Pool✍ 🔹 Project Shape Up & Industrial Showcase💡 #DiveInCDT #EPSRC #PhD
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Applying for a James McCune Smith scholarship for Black UK students? Join our info session on 21 Nov to find out more, sign up below 👇🏾
Interested in applying for our JMS PhD Scholarships for Black UK Students? We are holding an info session on 21 Nov at 14.00. Come along to ask any questions at all you might have about PhD study/funding! To register sign up HERE: forms.office.com/e/WLa5FJWbe….
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Interested in postgraduate study? Sign up for the open day!
Postgraduate Online Open Day 🌎 Wednesday 6 November, 9-5pm GMT. Each of the College of Science and Engineering schools will run their own session. Meet academics and ask your questions. Register at gla.ac.uk/explore/visit/post…
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🥳👏We'd like to extend a very warm welcome to all our new and returning students joining us today! 🥳👏 Here's a message from our Head of School, Prof David Ireland.
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