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

5 days ago

‘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

6 days ago

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 Grant to Develop Extreme Weather Warning System

Tuesday 01-10-2024

Grant to Develop Extreme Weather Warning System

A groundbreaking early warning system for extreme weather events in South Africa is being developed to empower vulnerable communities and healthcare systems.

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about UWS graduate finalist in business competition

Wednesday 18-09-2024

UWS graduate finalist in business competition

An online platform to break down barriers in the film and tv industry has been shortlisted for a national entrepreneurial award.

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about UWS pledges its support for technical staff

Wednesday 11-09-2024

UWS pledges its support for technical staff

University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is the latest signatory to the Technician Commitment, a sector-wide initiative to help address key challenges facing technical staff in teaching and research

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