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Single dose malaria drug could simplify treatment worldwide in medical breakthrough

There were an estimated 282 million cases of malaria and 610,000 deaths from the disease worldwide in 2024

The Independent UK · Aug 16

Antimalarial compound hailed as ‘exciting step forward’ in fight against disease

In 2024 there were an estimated 282 million cases of malaria and 610,000 deaths from the disease worldwide.

Evening Standard · Aug 16

Aberdeen council chief executive to take over as Dundee University boss

Angela Scott will take on the role in October.

Evening Standard · Jul 16

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Dundee University principals paid nearly £300,000 after stepping down

The delayed 2023-24 financial statements raised concern about the institution’s future amid the ‘greatest crisis’ it had ever seen.

Evening Standard · Jul 1

Swinney ‘extremely disappointed’ by Dundee University job cuts plan

The university said almost 200 jobs are at risk, with the decision come following the loss of 645 roles in recent years.

Evening Standard · Jun 16

Study of cellular ‘light switches’ could spark new cancer treatments

The eight-year project is a collaboration between the University of Dundee and the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology in Germany.

Evening Standard · Apr 28

Budget funding for ‘essential’ colleges and universities hailed by lecturer

James Mahon also said his sector cannot afford to face more cuts.

Evening Standard · Jan 13

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Mobile stroke units ‘could cut emergency admissions in Scotland by 86%’ – study

A research team from Scotland, England and Germany analysed data comparing outcomes for patients when an MSU responded to a 999 call.

Evening Standard · Dec 29, 2025

Extreme floods caused by melting glaciers likely to cause more deaths – research

Research at the University of Dundee found that such incidents have increased three-fold since 2011.

Evening Standard · Dec 22, 2025

Dundee University staff to vote on strikes over cuts

Staff at Dundee University could go on strike in a dispute over cuts ...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 5, 2025

Dundee University ‘fell well short’, says interim boss in response to report

Professor Nigel Seaton said there were ‘clear failings in financial monitoring, leadership, and governance’.

Evening Standard · Aug 13, 2025

Whisky waste and fungi turned into compostable packaging

The move is a part of a collaboration between Scotland’s universities to support the country’s drive to net zero.

Evening Standard · Aug 11, 2025

Routine eye scan could predict 10-year heart attack and stroke risk

Researchers used artificial intelligence to analyse digital retinal photographs, which are taken to capture images from the back of the eye.

Evening Standard · Jul 16, 2025

Scientist who died after being found seriously injured on street named by police

A scientist who died after being found seriously injured on a street in Dundee has been named by police as Dr Fortune Gomo

The National (Scotland) · Jul 6, 2025

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Evening Standard · Jun 26, 2025

Swinney: Reasonable for ex-Dundee University principal to return £150,000 payout

The First Minister was speaking after Professor Iain Gillespie was grilled by a Holyrood committee.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 26, 2025

Ex-Dundee University principal apologises to staff and students for 'incompetence'

The former principal of the crisis-hit University of Dundee has told MSPs “the buck stops with me” for its problems – but he refused to…

Evening Standard · Jun 26, 2025

Ex-Dundee University principal says returning £150,000 ‘not in thought process’

Professor Iain Gillespie faced Holyrood’s Education Committee on Thursday.

Evening Standard · Jun 25, 2025

University vice-principal ‘asked to leave’ after raising concerns, MSPs told

Baroness Wendy Alexander recalled how she was ‘frozen out’, in a submission to Holyrood’s Education Committee.

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Evening Standard · Jun 24, 2025

Education Secretary announces £40 million for crisis-hit Dundee University

Jenny Gilruth said she wanted Dundee University to ’emerge from this crisis stronger than ever’ as she vowed to do ‘everything’ she could.

Evening Standard · Jun 20, 2025

Interim head appointed at university after damning report into financial crisis

Professor Nigel Seaton will replace Professor Shane O’Neill, who stepped down on Thursday in the wake of the report.

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2025

University principal resigns after criticism in report into financial crisis

The University of Dundee announced last year it was wrestling with a £35 million black hole.

Evening Standard · Jun 19, 2025

University principal and senior staff quit after report on finances

The University of Dundee has been struggling to deal with a £35 million deficit.

Evening Standard · Apr 25, 2025

University of Dundee staff back strike action over threat to jobs

The institution is grappling with a £35 million deficit.

The Independent UK · Apr 7, 2025

Former principal to lead expert taskforce set up to help Dundee University

Sir Alan Langlands will head a strategic advisory taskforce set up by the Scottish Government to help the cash-strapped university.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 20, 2025

University of Dundee to receive £22 million support package

Funding chiefs have approved a £22 million support package for the University of Dundee – with the cash coming the day after MSPs were warned…

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