Water drains from upstream peatland water sources to Loch Rannoch, Scotland
Water drains from upstream peatland water sources to Loch Rannoch, Scotland

Reviving Scotland's Peatlands: A Nature-Based Solution for Climate Resilience and Hazard Mitigation

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:31:14 BST

Amidst Scotland's captivating landscapes, peatlands take centre stage. NCR researcher Jiren Xu, a Lecturer specializing in Remote Sensing & GIS at the University of Glasgow's School of Social & Environmental Sustainability, introduces his latest project. This initiative explores the potential of these 'nature-based solutions' in securing Scotland's future in the face of an ever-changing climate.

Image of Michelle overlaid on a background featuring an aerial photograph of a Scottish river and town.
Image of Michelle overlaid on a background featuring an aerial photograph of a Scottish river and town.

Introducing Our New National Centre for Resilience Research Director

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:46:00 BST

Join us in welcoming our latest team member, Dr Michelle Bloor, as she takes on the role of Research Director. With a strong background in Environmental Science and Risk, Michelle brings a wealth of expertise in pollution prevention and chemical management. In addition to her work with the NCR, Michelle is currently a senior lecturer in Environmental Science and Risk at the School of Social and Environmental Sustainability at the University of Glasgow.

A silver car drives through a flooded road in scotland
A silver car drives through a flooded road in scotland

Fostering Resilience in Scotland: Navigating the Challenges and Embracing Collaboration

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 09:46:00 BST

We are delighted to welcome our Incoming Principal Investigator Professor Fabrice Renaud. In addition to his work with the NCR Fabrice is the Head of the School of Social & Environmental Sustainability at the University of Glasgow and a Professor in Environmental Risk/Community Resilience. In his introductory article, Professor Renaud outlines how the NCR will continue to support building resilient communities in Scotland.

UN Sustainable Development Goals Icons in bright colours
UN Sustainable Development Goals Icons in bright colours

Supporting the Sustainable Development Goals

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:18:00 BST

The National Centre for Resilience has been highlighted in an article by The University of Glasgow team looking at The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The article looked at how the SDGs are woven through the work of the School of Interdisciplinary Studies, where The National Centre for Resilience is based.

Building Community Resilience to Flooding on Clyde

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 11:09:00 BST

As the climate emergency intensifies, one of the major challenges facing communities in Scotland is flooding in river, coastal, and estuarine environments. Sarah Gambell writes about her latest project funded by The National Centre for Resilience

A study participant stands below autumnal trees.
A study participant stands below autumnal trees.

Shining a Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 13:24:00 BST

The NHS estimates that about 1 in 15 people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a condition characterised by wintertime low mood, lethargy, social isolation and overeating. Shawn Bodden, researcher in human geography at The University of Glasgow, tells us more about the project.

Image of 3 people sat round a mind map covered in bright yellow post-it notes.
Image of 3 people sat round a mind map covered in bright yellow post-it notes.

NCR x University of Glasgow Knowledge Exchange

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:01:00 BST

Our NCR Cross Sector Knowledge Exchange event was delivered successfully on Wednesday the 8th of February. In response to a request from the College of Social Sciences and the College of Science and Engineering to improve connections with the work of the NCR and its partners.

Top of a Scottish NHS Ambulance
Top of a Scottish NHS Ambulance

Statement from the NCR re:COVID-19

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 09:00:00 GMT

How the NCR hopes to support those responding to the COVID-19 emergency.

Image show young person performing CPR on Dummy
Image show young person performing CPR on Dummy

Empowering Inverclyde: Building Community Resilience through First Aid

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 11:27:39 GMT

Over the past 4 months St Andrews First Aid, a leading provider of first aid training, have been working with Inverclyde residents to help equip them with lifesaving skills.

Building Community Resilience in Rural Galloway

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 09:49:00 GMT

This year The Loch Ken Trust is undertaking a 6-month pilot project to develop local community resilience to natural hazard events across their area.

An image of the clyde river in glasgow from above, lined with buildings and roads. The Overlaid text states: Working with Scotland's Universities, Researchers, Policy Makers, Emergency Responders, Volunteers & Communities to build Scotland's resilience to natural hazards.
An image of the clyde river in glasgow from above, lined with buildings and roads. The Overlaid text states: Working with Scotland's Universities, Researchers, Policy Makers, Emergency Responders, Volunteers & Communities to build Scotland's resilience to natural hazards.

Introducing our funded projects for 23/24

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:53:00 BST

We are thrilled to present our current projects for the year 2023/2024, all of which successfully secured funding in our summer round.

Empowering Communities: Falkirk Council’s Innovative Approach to Emergency Preparedness

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:15:00 GMT

This year the Falkirk Council resilience team have been undertaking an innovative pilot project which is supporting the development of ‘Community Emergency Hubs’ in community-owned buildings across the town.

Image shows Cove Bay
Image shows Cove Bay

Cove & Kilcreggan Community Council: Strengthening Resilience Through Local Empowerment

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 10:50:00 GMT

As one of our funded projects for 2023/24, Cove & Kilcreggan Community Council has embarked on a project aimed at enhancing household and community resilience in their area.

The Art of Communicating Resilience
The Art of Communicating Resilience

Taking a creative look at communications around Resilience

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 15:06:00 GMT

In January The National Centre for Resilience hosted the first event of 2024 taking a look at how we communicate.