Planetary Health
Our Planetary Health research is concerned with studying the state of Earth’s natural systems and our impact on them. A solutions oriented, transdisciplinary field, focused on analysing and addressing the impacts of human disruptions to Earth’s natural systems on human health and all life on Earth.
Our Ambition
By 2033, we will be an authoritative resource in the design, implementation, and evaluation of complex social and biologic interventions, directed at the future security of the planet.
Our Team
Our Strengths
World-leading medical virologists
The University of Glasgow has the greatest concentration of medical virologists in the country and a unique partnership with our diverse one health community who have the highest quality of outputs for their research in the UK.
Helping fight the climate crisis
Planetary health investigates disruptions caused by human activities, such as climate change and non-sustainable resource extraction. Our research aims to implement actions that foster harmony between our environment and society.
Biodiversity research
The University of Glasgow, renowned for its international standing in one health research, is embarking on a transformative journey to understand and solve the intricate linkages between human, animal, and ecosystem health.
Global research connections
We have strong, long-term partnerships with many emerging scientific and research institutions across the globe in animal health, zoonotic disease, vector ecology, urban ecology, one health, and veterinary diagnostics.
Our Impact
Planetary Health research in the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences is tackling key global issues facing our planet. Learn more about our journey.
Together, For the World
The University of Glasgow promotes a collaborative research environment where all world changers belong. Join #TeamUofG and you’ll become part of a welcoming and international community of more than 9,000 talented people. We’re investing in our organisation, and we’ll invest in you too. You've seen what we can do, now we want to hear from you.
- Our Ambition, Your Future
- Our Strengths, Your Path
- Our Impact, Your Community
Our World, Your Future
Collaboration within our community is at the heart of our College Futures. Our interwoven themes provide a welcoming supportive community as well as ample opportunity for collaboration. Explore our College Futures to discover how we're making a difference, together.
Advanced Diagnostics and Therapeutics
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Latest College News
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01 AprUsutu virus (USUV) has been identified in blackbirds in Scotland for the first time through the Animal and Plant Health Agency’s national passive wild avian surveillance programme (APHA), in collaboration with the Mosquito Scotland research programme led by the University of Glasgow
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30 Mar
Screening blood test could help identify heart failure in people with diabetes
A large proportion of people living with diabetes may have undiagnosed heart failure, according to results from a recent trial -
24 Mar
COVID-19 immunity has lowered the risk of a new coronavirus pandemic
Global immunity to COVID-19 is likely to offer protection against the emergence of an as yet undiscovered new SARS-type virus, dubbed SARS-CoV-X, ultimately lowering the risk of a future coronavirus pandemic -
23 Mar
UofG part of BHF-funded consortium for the next gen of cardiovascular scientists
The University of Glasgow will benefit from a share of £30 million, awarded by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) to seven university-led consortia to deliver the latest round of its 4 year PhD programme. The funding will support 141 students across the seven consortia to begin their 4-year PhDs between 2026 and 2029