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PURE is the University's research information management system and provides a single source of research information for UWS. It is used to record and manage research activity with details of research outputs, funding applications, conference contributions, external impact and staff profiles.

Last updated: 28/01/2025

about 80% of teachers confident teaching about Holocaust

Friday 07-02-2025

80% of teachers confident teaching about Holocaust

A recent survey revealed that 80% of teachers involved in the Vision Schools Scotland programme reported significant improvements in their motivation and confidence when teaching about the Holocaust.

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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 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 launches new partnership with St Mirren

Tuesday 03-09-2024

UWS launches new partnership with St Mirren

St Mirren Football Club and the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) have kicked off a partnership that hopes to change the relationship between sport and education in Scotland.

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