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Exposing the hidden costs of gambling

Our research is raising awareness of gambling-related harm — and improving support for the families most affected.

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Building stronger communities
Enabling healthier lives
REF2021
Social policy
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Bringing 20th century Scotland to the screen

Our researcher’s BAFTA nominated documentary From Scotland With Love has become a touchstone of Scottish identity – and helped bring a new kind of history to audiences around the world.

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Building stronger communities
REF2021
Art and design
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How community support can help patients and save the NHS

Our researchers have shown how local voluntary groups improve the wellbeing of patients with long-term health conditions — and make us all happier and healthier.

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Building stronger communities
Enabling healthier lives
REF2021
Planning
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How a board game is helping sexual abuse victims find their voice

One in five children in Europe are victims of sexual abuse. Fear and a lack of legal knowledge can often prevent them from appearing in court. Our researchers are empowering children to complete this process through a board game.

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Building stronger communities
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Exposing the emotional toll of probation work

Our research has raised awareness of how probation workers use their emotions to carry out their job — and helped make their wellbeing a priority.

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Building stronger communities
Enabling healthier lives
REF2021
Social policy
News

Turning the tide on water poverty

Our research is helping the water industry rebuild trust and reduce bills for struggling households.

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Building stronger communities
Driving future economies
REF2021
Planning
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How a film about a planned uranium mine helped empower a small community in Greenland

Professor Lise Autogena's film about uranium mining in Greenland exposed how cultural taboos in dealing with conflicts can prevent democratic participation.

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Building stronger communities
Enabling healthier lives
Art and design
REF2021
News

Blowing the whistle on traditional sports coaching

Over-specialised training methods are driving young people away from sports. Our researcher has created a new gameplan.

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Building stronger communities
Enabling healthier lives
REF2021
Sport
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What WW1 civilian internment can teach us about today

At least 800,000 civilians were imprisoned during WW1, but little is known about their experiences. Professor Matthew Stibbe is unlocking their untold story.

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Building stronger communities
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Depression memes may be a coping mechanism for people with mental illness

Up to 27% of people in the UK experience depression. Our research shows that online memes can help them cope with their symptoms.

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Enabling healthier lives
Building stronger communities
 

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