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Waddell becomes Stirling’s latest Olympian

Team GB curler, Kyle Waddell, has become the latest University of Stirling Olympian after joining his British teammates for the opening ceremony of the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games (9 – 25 Feb).

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Protein and accelerated ageing link investigated

A new University of Stirling study is aiming to discover whether protein deficiency in older black South Africans contributes to accelerated ageing, increased frailty and disease.

Experts gather at University of Stirling to share latest dementia research

Experts from across the UK are gathering at the University of Stirling to share the latest developments in dementia and ageing research.

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Vaping is less of a risk than smoking, study finds

Vaping poses only a small fraction of the risks of smoking, according to a major new study involving a University of Stirling academic.

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Innovative monitoring technique can help protect the world’s elephants, study finds

A quick and cost-effective approach to monitoring the health of elephant populations could help measure the impact of poaching on the animals, according to a new study involving the University of Stirling.

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National titles and international debuts for Stirling athletes

National golf titles and rugby international call-ups were some of the highlights for University of Stirling athletes this past weekend along with professional tennis final appearances and new football coaching appointments.

Scottish Student Sport Golf winners

Stirling swimmers selected for Commonwealth Games 2018

Three more University of Stirling swimmers are celebrating following their selection for this year’s Commonwealth Games in Australia – taking the total number to nine.

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Stirling expert discusses high-intensity training on BBC show

A University of Stirling academic provided expert guidance on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) as part of a new BBC One documentary analysing alternative ways to keep fit.

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Football player and manager Darren Dods heads for a career in further education

Brechin City FC player-manager Darren Dods is juggling his work with university studies as he looks forward to a new career as a college lecturer.

Weekend of sporting success for Stirling athletes

Athletes from the University of Stirling made their mark across the continent this past weekend as members of the University’s high performance sport programme competed in a number of national and international competitions. Curling, golf, swimming and tennis stars were all in action, enjoying a number of podium finishes at their respective events.

Maia Lumsden

Golfers tee-up perfect start to 2018 at Dubai training camp

The University of Stirling’s golf scholars are all set for their first tournaments of 2018 after being put through their paces at a fortnight-long winter training camp in Dubai.

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Super success for tennis scholars at league finale

The University of Stirling’s high performance tennis athletes received top marks at this year’s BUCS National League Super Weekend with both the men’s and women’s team coming away with medals.

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Stirling golfer selected for Glasgow 2018 role

Glasgow 2018 is set to celebrate the country’s young talent and achievers, coinciding with the Year of Young People, and six ambitious young athletes, representing each of the sports, hope the profile of Glasgow 2018 will help inspire more young people to get involved in sports.

Hazel MacGarvie playing golf

Double delight for Stirling swimmer Duncan Scott

University of Stirling swimmer Duncan Scott has returned from the European Short Course Championships in Denmark with two bronze medals.

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Exercising at own pace boosts a child’s ability to learn

A child’s attention and memory improves after exercise according to new research conducted by primary school pupils and supported by the Universities of Stirling and Edinburgh.

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Youngsters “less likely” to try cigarettes carrying health warning

Young people are three times less likely to try cigarettes branded with ‘Smoking kills’ than the plain product, to new research.

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Major study into older Scots set to inform and shape policy

A new landmark study conducted by the University of Stirling will empower policymakers to improve the lives of Scotland’s older population by providing them with a comprehensive insight into the economic, health and social circumstances of people over 50.

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Tennis stars a smash hit in Lille

Three University of Stirling tennis scholars have won the 'the world event of university tennis' with Team GB after defeating the USA in the final of the BNP Paribas Master'U in Lille.

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University of Stirling to host 2018 Special Olympics event

The University of Stirling will welcome thousands of athletes, coaches and spectators to campus next summer for the Special Olympics Anniversary Games.

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Single men “less likely” to participate in bowel screening

Single men are significantly less likely to participate in bowel screening tests compared to those who live with a partner, according to a new University of Stirling study.

Medal haul for swimmers at British University Championships

Swimmers from the University of Stirling enjoyed another successful meet this past weekend as they took on some of the UK’s best students athletes at the BUCS Short Course Swimming Championships at Ponds Forge, Sheffield.

Third-year Accountancy and Finance student, Craig Benson

Stirling experts call for more research into heading footballs

University of Stirling experts who led a landmark study into the risks posed by heading footballs say more scientific research is urgently required.

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Lawrie masterclass for student golfers

Former Open Champion, Paul Lawrie, was at the University of Stirling this week for a special masterclass with the University’s scholar golfers.

Paul Lawrie playing golf

Stirling graduates honoured at ceremony in Inverness

Students from the University of Stirling's Highlands and Islands campuses received their degrees in a ceremony at Inverness Cathedral today, (Friday 3 November).

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GB honours for tennis stars

Three University of Stirling tennis scholars have been selected by BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) to represent Team GB at this year's BNP Paribas Master'U in Lille.

Maia Lumsden playing Tennis

World Games tees-up “best-ever” season for Stirling star

In-form University of Stirling golfer Chloé Goadby has branded her recent triumph at the Yale Intercollegiate in the United States as her “biggest win to date”.

Chloe Goadby

Stirling leads £1.1m trial into pelvic organ prolapse

A new £1.1million trial led by the University of Stirling will assess whether a self-management programme could help to improve the lives of women who suffer pelvic organ prolapse.

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Stirling alumnus claims historic result at Ironman World Championships

A former University of Stirling student has made history at the 2017 Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, this past week.

University of Stirling graduate, David McNamee

Student scoops top industry award for patient data work

A University of Stirling student has won a prestigious industry award for her data analysis project with NHS National Services Scotland.

Stirling’s female golfers make history in the United States

The University of Stirling’s female golf team has made history after triumphing in one of the highest-ranked college tournaments in the United States.

Stirling champions: Chris Purdie (Assistant Coach), Emily Laws, Chloe Goadby, Gemma Batty, Hazel MacGarvie, Mirren Fraser and Dean Robertson (Head Coach) celebrate their win.

The wonderful swimmers of Oz

There was an air of excitement at the University of Stirling this week as six of its swimmers were confirmed for the Team Scotland squad heading to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games.

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Stirling academic calls for action on Scotland’s obesity crisis

A cancer prevention expert at the University of Stirling has called on the Scottish Government to take action to “break the grip” of the country’s obesity epidemic.

Footballers through to Scottish Cup second round

University of Stirling FC continued their trend of notching early in games this season, as David O’Brien’s finish after just 59 seconds proved the difference in a 1-0 win over Wick Academy at Falkirk Stadium on Saturday.

David O'Brien scoring a goal against Wick Academy

Scott scoops Athlete of the Year award

Following a year that included British records and gold and silver medals at this summer’s FINA World Championships, University of Stirling swimmer, Duncan Scott, earned yet another accolade last night (21 Sep), as he received the Male Athlete of the Year Award at the Team Scotland Awards.

Duncan Scott receiving an Award

Golfers top of the class with double Euro glory

The University of Stirling men’s and women’s golf teams have been crowned champions of Europe again after a thrilling EUSA (European University Sports Association) Golf Championships in the Czech Republic.

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Health checks on users of crumb rubber pitches is insufficient, study finds

Sports stars and amateur players who play on crumb rubber pitches could be at risk from a “remarkable” lack of occupational health checks, according to a new paper from the University of Stirling.

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Pioneering app to transform the lives of people with dementia

An innovative new app could help enhance home and hospital environments for people with dementia – improving patient outcomes and reducing the strain on health services, according to University of Stirling academics.

Award nominations for dementia education project

A University of Stirling academic has been shortlisted for three awards after leading a project that helps people with learning difficulties come to terms with dementia.

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Stirling academic calls for action on aircraft cabin fumes

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) must do more to tackle the issue of contaminated cabin air on passenger planes, a University of Stirling academic has said.

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Self-confidence affected by teammates, Stirling study finds

A person’s confidence in their own ability varies significantly depending on who is in their team, according to new research from the University of Stirling.

University of Stirling triathletes mix it with global field at inaugural relay event

Six current and former University of Stirling scholar athletes recently competed against top international opposition in an exciting format of triathlon which will make its Olympic debut at Tokyo 2020.

Older people identify the key to happiness in later years

A pioneering new study conducted by older people has provided valuable insight into what people want and need to make them happy as they age.

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Limits on junk food promotion could help combat cancer

A University of Stirling professor is leading calls for the Scottish Government to restrict supermarket promotions on unhealthy foods which contribute to obesity and related cancers.

Brodie leads out Team GB at World University Games

University of Stirling swimmer and Commonwealth Games medallist, Cameron Brodie, was at the forefront of British student sport this weekend after being selected as the Great Britain and Northern Ireland flag bearer for the opening ceremony of the 29th FISU Summer World University Games 2017 in Chinese Taipei.

University of Swimmer and Commonwealth Games medallist, Cameron Brodie

University of Stirling team discovers new plant in Shetland

Scientists at the University of Stirling have discovered a new type of plant growing in Shetland.

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Ben Higson secures Swim Ireland National Coach position

The University of Stirling's High Performance Swimming Coach, Ben Higson, has announced his decision to leave his position at the University to take up the role as National Senior Team Head Coach and Head Coach of the National Centre (Dublin) for Swim Ireland.

University of Stirling's High Performance Swimming Coach, Ben Higson

Scots’ sugar rush driving ‘obesity epidemic’, figures suggest

Scots’ daily consumption of 110 tonnes of sugar from cut-price food and drink is fuelling obesity, a University of Stirling academic has warned.

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Madrid magic as tennis stars serve up silver medal at European Championships

The University of Stirling’s women’s tennis team created some memorable moments in Madrid this past week as they claimed a silver medal at the European Universities Championships in their best ever finish at the tournament.

European Universities Championships silver medal winning tennis team

Stirling swimmers take the world by storm

The University of Stirling’s reputation as one of the UK’s leading high-performance swimming centres was reinforced this past week with ten athletes securing medals at a number of international and national competitions.

University of Stirling Olympic swimmer, Duncan Scott

Tobacco industry steps up tactics to reduce impact of display ban

Tobacco manufacturers are offering retailers incentives to promote their products in a bid to mitigate the effects of the advertising ban, a University of Stirling study has found.