Stories from the University of Dundee in 2021 - January to June

Press releases, features, and news from 2021 - January to June

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January to June

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Professor Geoff Codd FRSE, Emeritus Professor of Microbiology in the School of Life Sciences, has been made an MBE in the New Year Honours list, for 'services to Water Quality'.

Published on 1 January 2021

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Even a global pandemic has not proven formidable enough to prevent one-woman tablet-making machine Fiona Edwards from raising thousands of pounds for research at the University of Dundee.

Published on 5 January 2021

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Vacuum cleaners that unblock brain vessels, super normal design for extraordinary bodies, and the ways in which our medical data can aid the COVID-19 fight are just some of the topics to be explored at the University of Dundee next week

Published on 6 January 2021

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The University of Dundee has received a seven-figure funding boost as part of a multi-million pound investment in research organisations across the UK.

Published on 7 January 2021

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An artist whose performative work captivated visitors to the University of Dundee’s Cooper Gallery last year has been named as the winner of one of the world’s most prestigious drawing prizes.

Published on 14 January 2021

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Sarah Coulthurst, Gopal Sapkota and Satpal Virdee have been promoted to Personal Chair (Professor) as part of the 2020 Annual Review process for academic staff.

Published on 19 January 2021

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Review of the Year 2020 took place virtually today with the Dean, Inke Nathke sharing the highlights of activity within the School from 2020 which was dominated by the coronavirus pandemic.

Published on 20 January 2021

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Ingo Hein, Jens Januschke, Steve Land, Beatriz Baragana, Sheriar Hormuzdi and Susan Wyllie promoted as part of the 2020 Annual Review process for academic staff.

Published on 20 January 2021

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A new edition of one of the most influential Scottish novels of all time will be launched when the Dundee Gothic Group, on behalf of the University of Dundee, hosts a 250th birthday party for its author later this week

Published on 26 January 2021

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Chidinma Zik-Ikeorha, an international student from Nigeria, graduated with an LLM in International Law and currently works as a Programme Consultant for the United Nations Environment Programme.

Published on 26 January 2021

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Scientists collaboration with artists to map structures around newborn stars

Published on 28 January 2021

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Pupils living in areas of high deprivation are far more pessimistic about their post-school prospects than peers from more affluent postcodes, according to a new University of Dundee study.

Published on 1 February 2021

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Tailoring asthma therapy in adolescent patients according to their genetic make-up can lead to significant improvement in control of the disease, according to new research from the University of Dundee and the Brighton and Sussex Medical School

Published on 2 February 2021

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Chemotherapy services in Scotland resumed far quicker than in other countries after the first UK lockdown and the Covid-19 pandemic has led to improved treatments for cancer patients, according to new University of Dundee research.

Published on 3 February 2021

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Kevin Wahba studied law at the University of Dundee and now works as a Geomatics Engineer, Lawyer and an Ontario Land Surveyor

Published on 9 February 2021

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Dr Keith Dinnie plays leading role in Visit Dundee’s successful application to the Sector & Destination Operational & Market Readiness Fund

Published on 18 February 2021

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Work to build on Dundee’s world-class expertise in biomedical sciences is set to begin in earnest after the ‘Growing the Tay Cities Biomedical Cluster’ project was officially signed off by the Tay Cities Region Joint Committee today (February 19).

Published on 19 February 2021

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A KTP (Knowledge Transfer Partnership) between the University of Dundee and IMV Imaging (previously known as BCF Technology), market leaders in veterinary imaging, has been awarded a Certificate of Distinction by Innovate UK, the highest possible grading

Published on 22 February 2021

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A PhD student from the University of Dundee, who has spent the past year working on potential treatments for COVID-19, has been named as one of the best young scientists in her field.

Published on 23 February 2021

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Patients who stop taking statins due to perceived side effects may be unnecessarily putting themselves at increased cardiovascular risk, new research into the links between muscle pain and the drugs has shown.

Published on 24 February 2021

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An international consortium, led by scientists in Scotland, have devised a Coronavirus Toolkit which gives researchers from across the world open access to a wide range of materials to further Covid-19 research.

Published on 25 February 2021

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Scotland’s next wave of entrepreneurs have been unveiled as the University of Dundee crowned the winners of its annual competition for business concepts, some of whom come from the School.

Published on 1 March 2021

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Researchers at the Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science at the University of Dundee are using their new app, Knuckle Down ID, to allow members of the public to assist in research on human identification using just their knuckle creases

Published on 2 March 2021

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The University of Dundee has joined a cross-Scotland collaborative study that will investigate emerging models of rehabilitation for people suffering from long-Covid and recommend how to best maximise recovery and quality of life for patients.

Published on 4 March 2021

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Run by the British Science Association, British Science Week is a celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths

Published on 4 March 2021

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The University of Dundee’s Professor Divya Jindal-Snape has been conferred as a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in recognition of her work to improve understanding of educational and life transitions.

Published on 9 March 2021

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After completing his MSc in Dundee, Elias signed up for a joint six-month internship programme with United Nations, where he was a research assistant focusing on energy transition in Africa

Published on 9 March 2021

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The impact that an ageing population has on the health and wellbeing of individuals, groups, communities and societies, and what we can do to address these challenges, will be the focus of a University of Dundee public lecture.

Published on 11 March 2021

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A Dundee undergraduate student’s research career has got off to a flying start with the publication of a book she co-authored.

Published on 11 March 2021

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More than 10,000 volunteers have signed up for a new UK-wide study run by the University of Dundee which is monitoring all Covid-19 vaccines approved for use in the country.

Published on 15 March 2021

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Amphista Therapeutics, a University of Dundee spinout company, has announced a near-£40 million investment that will further its work to develop new drugs for a range of diseases.

Published on 16 March 2021

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Over the past year our Access and Participation team has adapted to new ways of working with young people from less privileged backgrounds, precisely the group most likely to be negatively affected by lockdown.

Published on 17 March 2021

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Dundee’s two universities have been named in the top tier of UK higher education institutions for their commitment to sustainable transportation and electric vehicle infrastructure.

Published on 18 March 2021

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The University’s student Marketing Society recently delivered a successful virtual marketing conference, which was aimed at students from around the world titled, 'Marketing Conference 2021 - How to Brand Yourself'

Published on 19 March 2021

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Education student Jing Chen has combined her PhD research with her practical experience in China and focussed it into a new book on children’s emotional intelligence

Published on 26 March 2021

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University of Dundee academics leading in fields as diverse as cleft palate research, contemporary art, infectious diseases and reproductive medicine have been elected Fellows of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE).

Published on 29 March 2021

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The School of Science and Engineering at the University of Dundee is hosting this year’s STEM Poster Competition for all primary and secondary aged students

Published on 13 April 2021

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A new translational research centre will bolster the University of Dundee’s world-leading position in a field that is revolutionising drug discovery, while helping to facilitate the development of high growth companies and create skilled jobs.

Published on 14 April 2021

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Despite the challenges over the last year, our BAcc Accountancy students continue to impress graduate recruiters, with many of the current 4th years already securing graduate jobs.

Published on 1 May 2021

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A team of students from the University of Dundee have received a major boost in their quest to end poverty in the city, by winning a UK wide competition

Published on 1 May 2021

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The Science@Home initiative developed by Dundee Science Centre, the School of Science and Engineering, and Dundee and Angus College aims to break down barriers to learning

Published on 3 May 2021

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The Lamond group have been awarded a £1.128 million BBSRC research grant to support new studies that will dissect RNA processing mechanisms in the nuclei of human cells.

Published on 6 May 2021

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With major contributions from staff at the Photobiology Unit, illustrations by Dundee’s Jim Glen (The Beano, The Dandy), and accompanying clinical images, the Wee Book provides an accessible overview of PDT, how it works and what it is used for.

Published on 9 May 2021

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Members of a University of Dundee support group for adults with the language impairment condition aphasia have worked with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) to create music that explores their ideas about the journey out of lockdown.

Published on 10 May 2021

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A novel vaccine production platform that could prove decisive in the battle against Streptococcus is among the University of Dundee innovations recognised in Scotland’s largest company creation programme for the higher education sector.

Published on 11 May 2021

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Dr Stephen Land has been named as one of this year’s winners of the Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Contributions to Teaching.

Published on 13 May 2021

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A University of Dundee postgrad is in the running to be crowned PhD Student of the Year following a dramatic 12 months that have seen her work on potential treatments for Covid-19 as well as being named as one of the best young scientists in her field.

Published on 17 May 2021

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Aishwarya Tipnis delivered her Masterclass entitled ‘HeritageMaking to make heritage work’ as part of the Centre’s ‘Entrepreneurship Week’ earlier this year.

Published on 17 May 2021

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Gabriel Sollberger has been awarded funding from the Springboard scheme of the Academy of Medical Sciences, which is designed to help early career researchers establish their independent research programmes.

Published on 20 May 2021

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Plant Scientists at the University of Dundee and the James Hutton Institute (JHI) have won funding to establish a partnership with world-class researchers in Australia.

Published on 21 May 2021

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A University of Dundee undergraduate who was given a life-changing diagnosis during his studies has hopes of changing the face of total artificial heart technology after becoming a finalist for a national award

Published on 21 May 2021

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At a time when restrictions are easing and people are now allowed to invite their loved ones inside their home for a tea or coffee, a University of Dundee student has designed products to make this easier for those who might struggle

Published on 25 May 2021

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From Shanghai, to Dundee, down into England, and now to India and Singapore, Alumna Ding Wang’s time at the University has led to a superb international journey.

Published on 25 May 2021

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A Business student from the University of Dundee has been named as the inaugural winner of a scholarship launched in memory of Scotland’s first non-white local councillor.

Published on 26 May 2021

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A celebration of the talents and stories of people in the north-east of Scotland is the focus of one of hundreds of exhibits in the upcoming University of Dundee’s Art, Design and Architecture Graduate Showcase 2021

Published on 27 May 2021

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University of Dundee scientists and clinicians have secured £5 million in funding to aid research that aims to establish the causes of vulnerability to chronic pain and advance treatment

Published on 27 May 2021

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Andy Evans, Clinical Professor of Imaging Science and Technology at the University of Dundee, will be retiring from the School of Medicine on the 4th of June.

Published on 28 May 2021

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Find out from alumna Dr Maria Maclennan how her lifelong passion allowed her to explore crime, death and disaster through the investigative lens of jewellery. 

Published on 4 June 2021

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Lesley Peebles, Co-Director of the Clinical Research Centre (CRC), will be retiring after an amazing 39-year career in nursing of which 32 years were spent at the University of Dundee School of Medicine

Published on 8 June 2021

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A University of Dundee researcher currently leading a major UK-wide study monitoring all Covid-19 vaccines approved for use in the country has received a prestigious award in recognition of his stellar academic career.

Published on 10 June 2021

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Our space research dates back to breakthroughs in aerospace engineering and space technology, such as R&D taken forward by our spinout company STAR-Dundee, which specialises in spacecraft on-board data-handling and processing technologies.

Published on 10 June 2021

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Unsolicited negative internet comments are at the heart of an exhibit in the University of Dundee’s Art, Design and Architecture Graduate Showcase 2021, which launches later this week

Published on 10 June 2021

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Growing Up on the Streets is an innovative participatory research project following the lives of street children and youth as they grow up on the streets of African cities.

Published on 10 June 2021

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In recent weeks staff who teach on Biological and Biomedical Sciences programmes have been recognised in the DUSA Student-led teaching awards and the BBSE awards.

Published on 11 June 2021

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Researchers at the University of Dundee are among those celebrating being named in HM The Queen’s birthday honours

Published on 11 June 2021

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From moving from Florida to Scotland at the end of high school to graduating at DJCAD with a BDes in Animation. We spoke to Faith McConnell to find out about her experience at DJCAD and what she’s enjoyed most about living in the City of Discovery.

Published on 13 June 2021

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Almost half a million rapid diagnostic tests developed from research at the University of Dundee will be donated with the aim of helping eliminate the disease known as African sleeping sickness

Published on 14 June 2021

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The University of Dundee has become a signatory to the Technician Commitment, a national pledge to support technicians in universities and research institutions

Published on 16 June 2021

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The University of Dundee has been ranked top in the UK for climate action in the 2021 edition of the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings.

Published on 17 June 2021

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The University of Dundee’s MEMO Research unit has been awarded £500,000 as part of an international effort to ensure protein drugs such as insulin and monoclonal antibodies work as effectively as possible.

Published on 17 June 2021

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Organisers of a University of Dundee event hope to spark new ideas about how to encourage traditionally underrepresented groups to choose STEM subjects - science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

Published on 21 June 2021