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about New project targets immune-health therapies

Wednesday 30-10-2024

New project targets immune-health therapies

An ambitious new project hopes to transform drug development - helping scientists to develop safer and more effective therapies for diseases that impact immune health.

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about Strengthened NHS Lanarkshire Strategic Partnership

Thursday 24-10-2024

Strengthened NHS Lanarkshire Strategic Partnership

Tackling NHS recruitment challenges and advancing digital healthcare solutions will be at the heart of a continued partnership between UWS and NHS Lanarkshire.

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about UWS Launches New Women's Health Research Network

Tuesday 22-10-2024

UWS Launches New Women's Health Research Network

The underrepresentation of women’s health in research is being addressed in a new initiative by University of the West of Scotland.

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about ‘Designer’ drugs may be behind drug-related deaths

Thursday 10-10-2024

‘Designer’ drugs may be behind drug-related deaths

So-called ‘designer’ drugs could be driving a culture of users using multiple drugs and contributing to an increasing pattern of drug-related deaths in Scotland according to a new study.

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about Dramatic Rise in UK Music Education Programmes

Wednesday 09-10-2024

Dramatic Rise in UK Music Education Programmes

The 14th edition of the Music Education Directory (MED), commissioned by UK Music and Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES), reveals a surge in music education opportunities across the UK.

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about New initiative to make buildings energy efficient

Monday 07-10-2024

New initiative to make buildings energy efficient

An initiative that aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions, lower heating bills and bring eco-friendly construction products to market is to be launched.

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about Nursing Showcase – Dumfries Campus

Monday 18 November 2024

Nursing Showcase – Dumfries Campus

Dumfries

Our Nursing Showcase is the perfect opportunity to get in-person experience of your subject and course of choice before the UCAS deadline!

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about Nursing & Health and Social Care Showcase Paisley

Tuesday 19 November 2024

Nursing & Health and Social Care Showcase Paisley

Paisley

Our Nursing & Health and Social Care Showcase is the perfect opportunity to get in-person experience of your subject and course of choice before the UCAS deadline!

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about Nursing & Sport Showcase – Ayr Campus

Wednesday 20 November 2024

Nursing & Sport Showcase – Ayr Campus

Ayr

Our Nursing & Sport Showcase is the perfect opportunity to get in-person experience of your subject and course of choice before the UCAS deadline!

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about Postgraduate Open Evening Lanarkshire Campus

Tuesday 03 December 2024

Postgraduate Open Evening Lanarkshire Campus

Lanarkshire

Join us on Tuesday, 3rd December from 4:30pm to 7:00pm at our award-winning Lanarkshire campus.

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about Postgraduate Open Evening Ayr Campus

Wednesday 04 December 2024

Postgraduate Open Evening Ayr Campus

Lanarkshire

Join us on Wednesday, 4th December from 4:30pm to 7:00pm at modern and innovative Ayr campus.

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about Postgraduate Open Evening Paisley Campus

Thursday 05 December 2024

Postgraduate Open Evening Paisley Campus

Paisley

Join us on Thursday, 5th December from 4:30pm to 7:00pm at our vibrant Paisley campus.

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