Projects (65)

Development of Fast Field MRI as a novel method to monitor liver regeneration in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) Mar 1, 2018 - Feb 28, 2019

In-reservoir destruction of cyanobacteria and their toxins May 1, 2017 - Aug 31, 2021
One of the greatest global challenges is access to reliable, safe, clean drinking water, especially in developing countries where human activities often reduce water quality. Water levels and quality in drinking water reservoirs across the globe are... Read More about In-reservoir destruction of cyanobacteria and their toxins.

sFRPs as a novel modulator of diastolic heart failure Oct 1, 2017 - Dec 31, 2021
Following a heart attack, or because of persistently high blood pressure the heart is damaged and has to work harder to circulate blood around the body. This condition is known as heart failure. In the UK alone, 500,000 people have heart failure re... Read More about sFRPs as a novel modulator of diastolic heart failure.

A human Glutathione Peroxidase 4 3 untranslated region knock-in mouse model to study susceptibility to colon cancer in obesity Apr 1, 2017 - Dec 31, 2021
Colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence is rising steadily and in parallel with increasing prevalence of obesity in Scotland. Recent data indicate that the highest incidence rates are in the North East. The increasing prevalence of obes... Read More about A human Glutathione Peroxidase 4 3 untranslated region knock-in mouse model to study susceptibility to colon cancer in obesity.

The in vitro effect of natural products and anti-cancer agents: targeting the efflux transporter ABCG2 Jul 1, 2017 - Dec 31, 2019
Medicinal use of natural products, such as, extracts from plants have existed for many years particularly in China and are now widely available around the world. Several different types of cancer including breast cancer are becoming insensitive and r... Read More about The in vitro effect of natural products and anti-cancer agents: targeting the efflux transporter ABCG2.

Sustainable energy from photocatalytic bioremediation of waste Apr 1, 2013 - Apr 1, 2018
Increasing demand for energy remains globally unsustainable with decreasing fossil fuel supplies, rising prices and green house gas emissions. There has been a growing worldwide interest in alternative clean energy sources including biofuels to limit... Read More about Sustainable energy from photocatalytic bioremediation of waste.

Investigating value as perceived and experienced by service users (Year 1) Jan 1, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018
Community Pharmacy Scotland has commissioned Robert Gordon University and the University of Strathclyde to research the value of community pharmacy in Scotland as perceived and experienced by service users. The two universities will collaborate throu... Read More about Investigating value as perceived and experienced by service users (Year 1).

Safe and Sustainable Shellfish: Introducing local testing and management solutions Jan 1, 2019 - Dec 31, 2022
Phytoplankton (algae) are essential in marine ecosystems but some species produce biotoxins that can accumulate in harvested shellfish, posing a threat to human health.

Harvesting of shellfish, including mussels, scallops and oysters,... Read More about Safe and Sustainable Shellfish: Introducing local testing and management solutions.

Defining the emerging roles of GPR55 Oct 1, 2019 - Feb 4, 2023
The G-protein coupled receptor (GPCR) superfamily play crucial roles in cell communication. Given their involvement in neurological disorders, inflammatory and metabolic diseases, diabetes and cardiac dysfunction they represent the largest and most s... Read More about Defining the emerging roles of GPR55.

Extracting added value from the Seaweed Industry - a search for novel anti-obesity agents Oct 1, 2018 - Dec 31, 2022
Seaweed farming is a growing industry in the UK, with the majority of the biomass being used for the extraction of high yield products such as aliginates, or for use as biofuels.

However, a significant amount of the biomass remains u... Read More about Extracting added value from the Seaweed Industry - a search for novel anti-obesity agents.

Rapid Analysis Method for Cyanobacterial Toxins Mar 1, 2018 - Feb 29, 2020
Develop a rapid multi-toxin liquid chromatography method for monitoring of cyanobacterial toxins in potable water in the semi arid region of North East Brazil where most drinking water is sourced from surface reservoirs. Water quality in the region i... Read More about Rapid Analysis Method for Cyanobacterial Toxins.

Exploring the relationship between age-related zinc deficiency and obesity and the extent of myocardial damage following acute myocardial infarction Oct 1, 2018 - Jan 1, 2021
Zinc (Zn 2+) is a metal found in trace amounts in the body and plays an essential role in maintaining the healthy functioning of most organs, including the heart. The body does not store zinc in large quantities and so replenishment of Zn 2+ through... Read More about Exploring the relationship between age-related zinc deficiency and obesity and the extent of myocardial damage following acute myocardial infarction.

Protective effects of cannabidiol in doxorubicin induced cardiotoxicity Oct 1, 2018 - Dec 31, 2019

Safe Water for Sri Lanka Jan 31, 2019 - Mar 31, 2022
Freshwater is usually available in Sri Lanka, however around 50% of the country depends on single-household dug wells. Despite preconceptions that there is a low risk of contamination in well water, we have recently found the presence of cyanobacteri... Read More about Safe Water for Sri Lanka.

Valorisation of waste biomass from the production of phycocyanin Feb 1, 2019 - Jan 31, 2021
To develop the knowledge and capability for valorisation of waste biomass from the production of phycocyanin, to develop a versatile co-product platform using green/food processing technologies delivering high quality products manufactured in a Good... Read More about Valorisation of waste biomass from the production of phycocyanin.

Environmental risk assessment of human pharmaceuticals in Scottish marine waters; combining new exposure and effect driven monitoring approaches Mar 15, 2019 - Mar 14, 2020
Our oceans and seas are the final destination for pollutants present in wastewaters from households, hospitals and industry. It is now recognised that ‘dilution isn’t the solution’ and pollutants from land have a negative impact on marine life. Pol... Read More about Environmental risk assessment of human pharmaceuticals in Scottish marine waters; combining new exposure and effect driven monitoring approaches.

Protective effects of cannabidiol in combined chemotherapy induced cardiotoxicity Jul 8, 2019 - Sep 1, 2019
Doxorubicin, an anthracycline, is one of the most effective and commonly used drugs for the treatment of cancer. This anthracycline is used both alone and in combination with other chemotherapeutic agents such as taxanes e.g. paclitaxel. Despite its... Read More about Protective effects of cannabidiol in combined chemotherapy induced cardiotoxicity.

Remote & Rural Clerkship Feb 1, 2019 - Mar 31, 2021
Research in older people in remote and rural areas shows a lack of access to pharmacy services but pharmacists offer value in remote and rural General Practices.

Undergraduate Remote and Rural Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships exist... Read More about Remote & Rural Clerkship.

Investigating value as perceived and experienced by service users (2) Jan 1, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019
Community Pharmacy Scotland has commissioned Robert Gordon University and the University of Strathclyde to research the value of community pharmacy in Scotland as perceived and experienced by service users. The two universities will collaborate throu... Read More about Investigating value as perceived and experienced by service users (2).

Determining the Spatial and Temporal Distribution of Macro-and-Micro-Plastics in Soil and Their Impact on Soil Function Oct 1, 2019 - Jan 31, 2024
Current global production of plastics has reached over 300 million metric tons and is predicted to reach 1200 million metric tons by 2050. Plastics are used widely as they are durable and stable, but these properties have caused an environmental cris... Read More about Determining the Spatial and Temporal Distribution of Macro-and-Micro-Plastics in Soil and Their Impact on Soil Function.