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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

GCU played a prominent role in this year’s Royal College of Nursing (RCN) International Nursing Research Conference, which brought together nursing and midwifery researchers, clinicians, educators, students and policy leaders from across the UK and internationally. 👏 🔗 ow.ly/Pe9W50ZOJTs

Dr Val Ness, Head of Department of Nursing, Community and Public Health represented the department at the event.

Dr Gordon Hill, International Lead for Nursing and Community and Public Health at Glasgow Caledonian’s School of Health and Life Sciences, chaired the conference.

Dr Lucy Gozdzielewska presented a poster from her hand hygiene research.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Glasgow Caledonian University is helping teams competing at this summer’s Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games achieve peak performance through specialist support from its Postgraduate Trainee Sport & Exercise Psychologists. 💙 🔗 Read more: ow.ly/6XTx50Zrp1V

Teams from the Seychelles, British Virgin Islands, Samoa, Falkland Islands and Guernsey have linked up with the University, and their athletes and support teams have been receiving one-to-one online support in advance of the Games.

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GCU Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) @gcureach.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Check out some of latest research happening in the School of Health and Life Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University in the June issue of the ReaCH newsletter! @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social 👉 bit.ly/4vSYUbR

Front page of June issue of Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) newslettter

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Researchers co-led by Dr Mark Williams from GCU Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) have identified a promising new way to attack multiple myeloma, an incurable blood cancer that affects plasma cells in the bone marrow. 🩸 🔗 Read more: ow.ly/RX6Y50Ze8zl

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Leading researchers, clinicians, policymakers and third sector representatives came together in Glasgow on 8 June for the Scottish Hepatitis C Elimination Meeting, co-hosted by GCU's Blood-Borne Virus (BBV) Research Programme and Public Health Scotland. 🩸 🔗 Read more: ow.ly/pkE950Z8Qne

Group photo of attendees at the Scottish Hepatitis C Elimination Meeting, co-hosted by Glasgow Caledonian University on 8 June.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Postgraduate researchers from GCU once again shone at this year's Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition, impressing judges with a compelling presentation of their research in just three minutes. 👏 www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/universityne…

Two individuals holding certificates and a trophy, celebrating their wins at the 3MT Final 2026 event.

Three Minute Thesis finalists with Principal and Vice-Chancellor Professor Mairi Watson

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

The Glasgow Science Festival kicks off next week! Catch our staff representing Glasgow Caledonian at various events on and off campus between 4–14 June. 📅 🎟️ To see the full programme and to book your tickets, visit: www.gla.ac.uk/events/sciencefestival

Poster of the 20th Glasgow Science Festival, taking place between 4-14 June.

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SHAAP @shaapalcohol.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

The alcohol industry knows exactly how to target women. But do our policies account for gender? A new blog from Prof Carol Emslie, Co-Chair at @sarnalcohol.bsky.social reveals how little we know - and why that needs to change. The first in our Women & Alcohol series at SHAAP 👇

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The alcohol industry targets women – but alcohol policies are largely gender-blind - Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems

By Professor Carol Emslie, Scottish Alcohol Research Network Co-Chair, Glasgow Caledonian University This blog post by Prof Carol Emslie reveals how little we know about how policies to reduce…

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Dr William Johnston has secured a prestigious Academy of Medical Sciences (AMS) Springboard Award to develop a new laboratory model of gum disease and accelerate the development of targeted therapies. 🧫 🔗 ow.ly/8VRI50YJGp6

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

(2/2) If you'd like to learn more about the available fellowships and application process, please visit: thisissuper.eu

Banner promoting the SUPER doctoral training network.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

(1/2) Researchers at Glasgow Caledonian University are leading a major European research initiative exploring how sport and physical activity can respond to climate change while continuing to support health and wellbeing. 👏 Read more 👇 www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni...

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GCU Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) @gcureach.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

🌍 Applications now open for 17 fully funded MSCA PhD fellowships with SUPER, a groundbreaking doctoral network reimagining sport and physical activity in the fight against climate change. 📅 Deadline: 19 April 2026 🔗 Website: www.thisissuper.eu www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiDI...

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SUPER | Radically rethinking sport and physical activity in the fight against climate change

Apply today for 17 transformative research opportunities addressing human and planetary health challenges and inequity in our rapidly changing world.

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GCU Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) @gcureach.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

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SUPER | Radically rethinking sport and physical activity in the fight against climate change

Apply today for 17 transformative research opportunities addressing human and planetary health challenges and inequity in our rapidly changing world.

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GCU Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) @gcureach.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Check out some of latest research happening in the School of Health and Life Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University in the March issue of the ReaCH newsletter! @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social 👉 bit.ly/47vSVQb

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Glasgow Caledonian University is celebrating a remarkable triple success after scooping three major honours at the 2026 Tomorrow’s Podiatry Awards. 🏆 🔗 Read more: www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/universityne…

Photo of two Podiatry Award winners: GCU students Heather MacDougall and Sarah-Jane Walls.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Join Professor of Health Psychology Joanna McParland and learn more about how psychological and social factors shape how we experience and treat pain. 💡 📅 10 March 🕒 5.30-6.30pm 📌 The Lantern, Annie Lennox Building 🔗 Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/professori...

Outdoor portrait Professor Joanna McParland, promoting the next professorial lecture taking place on March 10.

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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 21/01/2026

The NHS Research Scotland Reproductive Health and Childbirth Specialty Group 'Lunch and Learn' sessions return in February with two exciting guest speakers. @nhstayside.bsky.social Read more and register to attend 🔗 bit.ly/49bgNtO

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Join Professor Heather Lynch for her Professorial Lecture and find out how communities come together in the face of uncertainty, social change and global challenges.💡 📌 The Lantern (Annie Lennox Building) 🕒 5.30-6.30pm 🔗 Register now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/professori...

Poster advertising Professor Heather Lynch's upcoming Professorial Lecture on 3 February.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

From toothpaste to washing machine cleaners, microbiologists from GCU's Biological and Biomedical Science labs are working with the UK’s leading consumer healthcare companies to ensure the household items we all use are safe. 🧪 🔗 Check our Impact Magazine for more: www.gcu.ac.uk/impact/under...

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Under the microscope

Microbiology research at Glasgow Caledonian University is underpinning consumer health in many everyday products found in supermarkets and pharmacies around the world.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Thanks to research led by Prof Sharon Hutchinson & Prof Andrew McAuley, Scotland is on track to eliminate Hepatitis C ahead of the WHO 2030 target. Cases down 80%, deaths down 65% and over 80% treated. 💙 Find out more in our Impact Magazine: www.gcu.ac.uk/impact/eradi...

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Eliminating Hepatitis C in Scotland

Scotland is on the verge of becoming one of the first countries in the world to eliminate Hepatitis C. Glasgow Caledonian University’s groundbreaking research and award-winning partnership work has be...

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Glasgow Caledonian University has secured £2.6 million to lead a major new UK-wide doctoral training programme to spearhead research into oral health and dental disease prevention. 🤝 Learn more ⬇️ www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni...

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Glasgow Caledonian University to lead £2.6m UK Doctoral Training Programme to tackle global oral health challenges

Glasgow Caledonian University has secured £2.6 million to lead a major new UK-wide doctoral training programme to spearhead research into oral health and dental disease prevention.

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GCU Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) @gcureach.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Check out some of latest research happening in the School of Health and Life Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University in the December issue of the ReaCH newsletter! @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social 👉 bit.ly/4oYfBi9

Photo of front page of December issue of the Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) newslettr

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GCUPsychology @gcupsychology.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Very proud of our Dr Lee Curley who delivered evidence-based, interactive training on juror decision-making and biases to @scottishgov.bsky.social Lee’s research was also mentioned by the Justice Secretary this week @gcureach.bsky.social

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Professor Anita Simmers, Dean of the School of Health and Life Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University, has written a blog post about the University’s pioneering steps to transform eye care provision across Scotland. 👓 Read the blog ⬇️ www.sfc.ac.uk/transforming... @scotfundcouncil.bsky.social

Close-up of an eye exam with specialised ophthalmic equipment.

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Dr Liza Morton @drlizamorton.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

Join us at this FREE talk about my book ‘Beyond the Medical Gaze: Practicing Psychologically Informed Medicine’ @oxunipress.bsky.social hosted by Polyvagal Institute ❤️ Find out more @psychmag.bsky.social www.bps.org.uk/psychologist... #book #medsky #psychsky #livedexperience #healthcare

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Beyond the medical gaze: Practicing Psychologically Informed Healthcare | BPS

Dr Liza Morton calls for a little ‘R.E.S.P.E.C.T’…

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Datavysts, a new international project led by data researchers at Glasgow Caledonian University, is taking a fresh approach to artificial intelligence by using it to help people and communities. 🌍 Learn more on our website ⬇️ www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni... @gcureach.bsky.social

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

A groundbreaking sexual health project that created innovative films to tackle STI stigma and boost testing among young people has won the 2025 BMA Foundation MEDFASH Award. 👏 🔗 Read the full story: www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni...

Photo shows (L-R) – BMA President Professor Dame Parveen Kumar, who presented the awards, André Bright, Amelia McInnes-Dean and Professor David Nott, who spoke at the awards.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Leading physiotherapist Dr David Hamilton has showcased his expertise to millions of viewers after appearing twice in one week on BBC Morning Live. 📺 📽️ Watch now: 👉 segment 1: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis... 👉 segment 2: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

GCU Physiotherapist Dr David Hamilton with Morning Live’s resident GP Dr Punam Krishan and a physiotherapy student.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Tune back in on Thursday, 23 October, to get tips for back pain. @gcureach.bsky.social

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Senior Lecturer in Applied Psychology @drlizamorton.bsky.social has been named as a finalist in the Volunteers Award category in this year’s Scotland’s Health Awards in recognition of her tireless campaign work. 👏 👉 Read the full story: www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni...

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Stem cell trials for tendon injuries risk failure without proper rehabilitation, say researchers at Glasgow Caledonian University. 🔬 👉 Learn more on our website: www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni... @nhslanarkshire.bsky.social @gcureach.bsky.social

Photo of a patient undertaking stem cell therapy

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

A virtual reality (VR) games rehabilitation project that's transforming the lives of people with multiple sclerosis (MS) in Scotland has won The ALLIANCE Self Management Awards – Digital Innovator award. 🏆 🔗 Read more: www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni... #WeAreGCU #GCUGraduateSchool

Photo by photographer Iman Tajik shows Professor Lorna Paul receiving the award. Left to right - Health and Social Care Alliance Chief Officer Sara Redmond, Dr Matthieu Poyade, Professor Lorna Paul and awards host Laura Boyd.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Vision health researchers have found that a childhood myopia management module for eye care practitioners at Glasgow Caledonian is improving children’s lives and boosting workplace satisfaction. 👓 🔗 Read more: www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni...

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

GCU researchers are teaming up with the Scottish Government to host a special event on women’s pelvic floor health as part of Scottish Women and Girls in Sport Week 2025. 💙 #SheCanSheWill @gcureach.bsky.social www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni...

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Join the Sporting a Healthy Pelvic Floor event at Glasgow Caledonian

Glasgow Caledonian University researchers are teaming up with the Scottish Government to host a special event on women’s pelvic floor health as part of Scottish Women and Girls in Sport Week 2025.

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GCU Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) @gcureach.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Check out some of latest research happening in the School of Health and Life Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University in the September issue of the ReaCH newsletter! @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social 👉 bit.ly/46mEkXq

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Glasgow Caledonian University physiotherapy lecturer and researcher Dr Vicky Joshi has been awarded an Early Postdoctoral Fellowship from the Chief Scientist Office (CSO). 👏 Read more ⬇️ www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni... @gcureach.bsky.social

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RCN Research Forum @rcnresearchforum.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

The latest RCN Research forum podcast is now live! In the podcast Gordon Hill & an ECR discuss writing for publication with Ann McMahon & Andree Le May. Ann & Andree share strategies & give excellent advice to help nurses to get their work published. #RCNResearch25 on.soundcloud.com/nmhwvyVvTiIQ...

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Writing for publication

The Royal College of Nursing is the world’s largest nursing union and professional body. We represent more than 450,000 nurses, student nurses, midwives and nursing support workers in the UK and inter

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Researchers from all over the UK and beyond attended a major vision science congress hosted by Glasgow Caledonian University. 👏 🔗 Read more: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... @gcureach.bsky.social

Group photo of the vision congress participants in front of the Govan Mbeki building.

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Dr Rebecca Johnson @researching-reb.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

My doctoral thesis is finally published! If you are a researcher interested in #mentalhealthstigma #participatoryresearch then it may be of interest to you. Using participatory research methods we designed a model and measurement tool to capture youth mental health stigma experiences!

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Development of the Youth Stigma Experiences Scale (YSES): A Participatory Mixed Methods Exploration of Youth Mental Health Stigma

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

A virtual reality (VR) games rehabilitation project that’s transforming the lives of people with multiple sclerosis (MS) in Scotland has been shortlisted for a prestigious digital innovation award. 👏 🔗 Read more: www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni...

Person wearing a black virtual reality headset reaching out with their right hand against a plain white background.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Dr Lee John Curley, Lecturer in Applied Psychology at Glasgow Caledonian University, joined The Why? Curve podcast to explore the evidence behind jury decision-making. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1Gi2... @gcupsychology.bsky.social

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GCU Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) @gcureach.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

📢 Researcher opportunity 🎉 Are you an allied health professional with experience in neurological conditions. We have an exciting opportunity for a part time post at GCU on a Stroke Association funded study. Closing date is 28/07/2025. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3Iq7rQ9

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