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Research examines technologies to access water on Mars
Resource vital for future exploration of the Red Planet.
Strathclyde to host Startup Higher conference
Entrepreneurship and startup event to be held in May
Researchers develop low-cost lenses for advanced microscopy using 3D printing
The breakthrough, led by researchers at the University of Strathclyde, combines 3D printing, silicone moulding and UV-curable resin.
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Researchers to shape global guidelines for sustainable space activity
Space debris – defunct satellites, spent rocket stages and fragments from collisions – pose a serious threat to active spacecraft and future missions.
Photonics professor on UNESCO’s Quantum 100 list
Professor Jennifer Hastie is one of four academics based at UK universities to be included on the list
Quantum navigation system successfully tested at sea
HARLEQUIN system was tested on board the Galatea, a buoy and lighthouse maintenance vessel
Strathclyde Professor awarded £3M Fellowship to pioneer carbon dioxide capture from mining waste
Professor Rebecca Lunn MBE will lead research into mechanochemical reactions in silicate rocks.
Coronavirus Furlough Scheme averted major mental health crisis for millions
Researchers estimated the mental health effects of being furloughed.
AI initiative gives 250 Scottish manufacturers a competitive edge
The Data-Driven Design and Manufacturing Colab (D3M Colab) has already supported 90 firms and trained 250 people.
Fraunhofer Centre for Applied Photonics awarded £8 million UK Government funding
Centre supported to accelerate innovation in photonics and quantum technologies.
Prospective green energy spin-out wins national knowledge exchange award
The company is developing technology to convert natural gas into clean hydrogen.
Funding for Strathclyde space project to reduce UK reliance on GPS
University receives share of £3.8 million from the National Space Innovation Programme.
Professor awarded prestigious design prize
The Sir Misha Black Medal honours distinguished services to design education
Vaccine prevented more than 200 hospital admissions of babies in Scotland
Study of RSV vaccination programme, introduced in 2024
Call for stronger qualifications in early childhood education
Study urges governments across the four nations to introduce minimum qualification standards, clear career pathways and improved pay and status for early years professionals.
Strathclyde research partnership highlighted in new Ireland-Scotland bilateral strategy
Collaboration with University College Dublin.
Scientists say using space tech to detect autism is child’s play
Study combines satellite communications and child psychology.
University and Strath Union renew strategic partnership to enhance student experience
Commitment to working together to enhance the student experience.
Digital platform secures £1.2m to advance trauma support for frontline workers
Funding round by Sentinel
Antimicrobial resistance risks from bacteria in ‘Trojan horse’ amoebae
Amoebae were taken from Vashi Creek in Mumbai
University rises in global league table for Sustainability
Strathclyde placed 80th out of more than 2,000 institutions worldwide.
Entrepreneurial teams win share of £26,000 from Strathclyde Inspire
Event backing fledgling companies.
Fifty years of EU investment helped reshape Scotland’s regions, says Strathclyde report
EU funding played a key role in supporting economic restructuring.
Strathclyde spin-out Dxcover wins Deal of the Year at Scottish awards
Company founded from research at the University.
Strathclyde chemist awarded prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prize
Dr Rebecca Beveridge honoured for her pioneering work.
Anti-Racism Observatory for Scotland appoints inaugural co-CEOs
Work co-produced by communities adversely affected by racism.
€10m project to map how political parties strengthen or erode democracy across Africa
World’s largest-ever observational study of political parties across 25 African countries.
New study shows long-term effectiveness of HPV vaccine
Survey confirms that vaccine provides strong and sustained protection against cervical disease that can develop into cancer
Strathclyde honours seven distinguished figures
Title of Emeritus Principal and Vice-Chancellor conferred on Professor Sir Jim McDonald and honorary degree awarded posthumously to Professor Peter Boyle
New educational resource enables all children’s voices to be heard
For children with complex needs across Scottish education.
Scientists use satellites to decode global climate displacement
Links between environmental change, resilience, and human movement.
Scientists shed new light on yeast responsible for most fungal infections worldwide
Studies reveal how the fungal pathogen is structured at a cellular level and how it forms tough layers called biofilms.
Student Experience achieves LGBT Youth Gold Charter Status
Charter conferred by LGBT Youth Scotland
School librarians’ role in pupils’ wellbeing ‘is often overlooked’
Study interviewed librarians at 18 secondary schools in 14 local authority areas around Scotland
Engineering meets espresso: robot barista launched at Strathclyde
Pioneering project links catering team and robotics & research group,
Eye-tracking offers measure of change in pre-clinical Alzheimer’s Disease
Test to identify people who have a genetic tendency to the disease, years before their symptoms show
New crystal materials could lead to cleaner, cheaper gas purification
Breakthrough could play key role in reducing carbon emissions from industrial gas use
Researchers develop new method to track Alzheimer’s disease in real time
Innovative technique to observe disease as it progresses.
Strathclyde to host Netball Scotland High Performance Centre
The Centre will support the development of elite-level netballers through access to world-class facilities, sports science expertise, and competitive opportunities.
Spinout wins award for breakthrough in rapid listeria detection
Biosers wins the 2025 Converge Challenge
Study highlights challenges and hopes of breast cancer survivors returning to physical activity
Research shows physical activity can be transformative.
Strathclyde wins on University Challenge
Team wins 205-45 in first round match
People with substance dependency face stigmatisation at community pharmacies
Study sought views of pharmacy students and newly qualified pharmacists in Scotland
Scotland reaches entrepreneurial milestone with one in 10 adults engaged in start-up companies
With an additional 8% of adults reporting as established business owners, it means nearly one in five Scots are now classed as entrepreneurs.
Energy experts appointed Fellows of prestigious Academy
Professors Brennan and Shipton are among 74 new Fellows of the UK’s national academy of engineering.
Strathclyde quantum technology strengthens UK resilience to space weather
Sensors help flag risks of space weather to infrastructure.
Strathclyde named Scottish University of the Year and Runner-Up UK University of the Year by The Times and Sunday Times
Strathclyde has climbed to 11th in the newspapers’ league table, up from 20th last year.
Young Scottish men face deadly toll from drugs, alcohol and suicide, report reveals
The 2025 Inequality Landscape report warns that help is arriving too late for men at risk, particularly those aged 18-44.
Strathclyde to contribute neuromorphic photonics expertise to UK’s first brain-inspired computing innovation and knowledge centre
The centre, known as Neuroware, is being supported by £12.8 million from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
Strathclyde researchers receive Royal Society fellowships of over £1.8 million
Fellowships for Dr Lewis MacKenzie and Dr Pablo Poggi
Sustainable design project to support a greener NHS awarded £3M funding boost
Collaboration to reduce the environmental impact of the healthcare system
Private 5G takes off with airborne trials for live sport and entertainment
Trials demonstrated private 5G connectivity deployed from aircraft and drones can enable more immersive wireless connectivity for major events.
Innovative DNA technique trial could reveal environmental benefits
New approach could offer a faster, more cost-effective means of measuring Biodiversity Net Gain.
Strathclyde researcher receives Institute of Physics prize
IOP's Bates Prize has been awarded to Dr James McGilligan
University of Strathclyde academics appointed to key REF 2029 roles
Key role in shaping the REF to support the higher education sector.
Strathclyde partnership to offer free Spanish language classes for children
Spanish heritage, language and culture initiative.
New training module empowers frontline NHS staff to support autistic people
Online course available to all frontline staff .
Strathclyde-led study offers hope for people with rare neurological disorder
Largest clinical study to date.
Strathclyde launches national innovation centre to accelerate net zero transition
Advanced Net Zero Innovation Centre provides open-access, industrial-scale research, testing and development capabilities for clean energy, transport, and digital technologies.
NHS study to transform childhood sleep apnoea diagnosis
MedTech spinout backed by the University of Strathclyde leading the study.
Four energy industry leaders awarded honorary degrees
Leaders recognised for their roles in transforming the energy landscape and advancing the UK’s net zero ambitions.
Water temperature in ship model towing tanks can skew real-world ship performance predictions
New study raise questions about the reliability of the long-standing testing method.
Strathclyde contributes to global report tackling Indonesia's plastic waste crisis
Report provides a blueprint for systemic action.
Strathclyde named UK University of the Year by Daily Mail
Strathclyde is placed joint-sixth in the Daily Mail’s ranking – its highest position to date in a university league table.
Strathclyde Law Professor welcomes international court climate change opinion
Professor Francesco Sindico represented the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) at the International Court of Justice in The Hague
Project to strengthen coordination of Scotland’s antimicrobial resistance research
Publicly available resource collates peer-reviewed studies and projects.
Strathclyde leads pioneering AI project to enhance flood forecasting in Scotland
The DelugeAI project investigated the potential for AI and machine learning technologies to enhance forecasting accuracy.
School absence “is most harmful” in late primary and early secondary years
Research found absences in the transitional and early secondary years were more than twice as harmful as those in middle years of primary school
Strathclyde welcomes £30 million in UK Government innovation funding for Glasgow
The city is one of 10 regions to receive money as part of the £500 million UKRI-led Local Innovation Partnerships Fund (LIPF).
NHS Golden Jubilee Chief Executive appointed visiting professor
The appointment recognises Gordon James' exceptional leadership and his ongoing commitment to innovation, research, and organisational excellence.
New Executive Dean of Faculty of Engineering appointed
The University of Strathclyde has appointed Professor Campbell Booth as Executive Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and an Associate Principal.
Professor honoured with international medal for naval architecture and marine engineering excellence
Professor Atilla Incecik has been awarded the David W. Taylor Medal.
Six Strathclyde-linked projects awarded prestigious Royal Society of Edinburgh funding
Funding recognises innovative work across diverse disciplines.
Strathclyde awarded £4.35 million to recruit leading global researchers
The investment acknowledges Strathclyde’s proven strengths in aligning cutting edge research with industrial priorities.
University of Strathclyde to play major role in £160M Investment Zone programme
Region expected to attract £300M private investment and support up to 10,000 jobs.
Strathclyde ranks second in Scotland for student satisfaction
University's Overall Satisfaction score of 87% among taught students is 3.3 percentage points higher than in 2024.
Scientists discover how tiny ‘hairs’ help protect lungs from infections
Cilia generate fluid motion away from the epithelial surface, potentially enhancing the airway’s protective barrier.
Strathclyde Offshore Engineering Professor appointed to National Energy Advisory Council
Expert panel will inform decision-making on areas critical to the clean energy transition
New greener approaches to managing oil rigs and wind turbines
Strathclyde is a partner in the £5.6 million ValMAS (Value of Marine Artificial Structures) project
Scientists unlock key manufacturing challenge for next-generation optical chips
Groundbreaking method for assembling ultra-small, light-controlling devices
Quantum enhancement discovery could improve medical technologies
Findings in two-photon processes, which have applications in the study of Alzheimer’s Disease and other nervous system disorders
Honorary degrees for former President of Ireland and award-winning novelist
Eleven honorary degrees to be awarded by Strathclyde
Project to clean up contaminated mine water and extract minerals for reuse
Research with partners at Laurentian University in Canada
Pioneering ultrasound technology showcased at Royal Society exhibition
Technology could lead to significant advancements in medicine
Researchers honoured for 'outstanding' work in the chemical sciences
Trio of Strathclyde scientists receive prestigious accolades.
Strathclyde to lead Spinout Pipeline
Scotland-wide project aimed at supporting spinout companies from the nation’s higher education institutions
Hospitality employers “need policies to support fair work practices”
Research by the Fraser of Allander Institute and the Poverty Alliance
Researcher part of global study on future climate threats to coastal oceans
Study assesses how climate change will alter ocean temperature
Strathclyde rises 30 places in QS World University Rankings
HIghest rise of any UK institution within the top 300
Unpaid carers sought to help shape the future of health and social care
Survey designed to help shape support, training, and recognition for the role carers play
New research centre for sustainable shipping launched in Glasgow
Partnership of University of Strathclyde & Oldendorff Carriers
Strathclyde becomes a University of Sanctuary in recognition of its support for refugees
Accolade reflects the University’s leadership in widening access to higher education and work to remove barriers for those with forced migrant status.
School pupils with additional support needs present research findings at conference
The pupils were recruited as researchers to investigate how people with intellectual disabilities might use technology to monitor their health.
Spinout secures £750,000 investment into breakthrough cancer technology
Technology builds on more than a decade of research at the University
Strathclyder to lead new European network to improve extreme weather prediction
Initiative to improve early warnings that can better protect lives, livelihoods and infrastructure.
School pupils celebrate ‘graduation’ from Young Strathclyder programme
Programme aims to raise aspirations of those from disadvantaged backgrounds,
Glasgow honours Professor Sir Jim McDonald with prestigious award
The Loving Cup is presented to individuals or organisations who have brought distinction and honour to the city.
Strathclyde launches sector-leading suicide prevention strategy
The comprehensive strategy aims to build a suicide-safer university community by embedding prevention into everyday life.
Strathclyde joins European alliance to boost health entrepreneurship
Project brings together universities, clinical centres, investment organisations and entrepreneurship experts from across seven countries.
Just 2% of tidal and offshore solar energy could make dent in CO2 emissions
Study of offshore renewable energy (ORE) potential in more than 3000 locations worldwide
Strathclyde supports pioneering wave energy company in securing £500,000 investment
Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering also provided technical support.
Glasgow Tech Week showcases the city as an innovation powerhouse
Organised by Glasgow City Innovation District (GCID), the event highlighted the collaborative strength of the region’s tech sector.
Strathclyde study reveals true cost of compounding disasters in UN report
Research reveals many of the most damaging events are not isolated.
New strategy will help entrepreneurs make an impact beyond Strathclyde
More than £180,000 worth of funding was awarded at the event to entrepreneurial ventures and individuals.
Early intervention team wins award for helping students in distress
Initiative provides a round-the-clock support system.
Strathclyde students bring Baird's pioneering television invention back to life
Reconstructed working version of the original mechanical television,
Communities “have major role to play” in tackling plastic pollution
Study calls for communities to be active participants in, rather than passive recipients of, scientific knowledge
Visiting Professor elected Fellow of the Royal Society
Fellowship for Professor Graham Machin of Strathclyde's Department of Physics and the National Physical Laboratory
Students in finals of international engineering design competition
Engineering teams selected for Grand Finals of the Engineering for People Design Challenge.
Former University of Strathclyde Principal, Professor Andrew Hamnett, passes away
A distinguished chemist, Professor Hamnett was Strathclyde’s fourth Principal, serving from 2000 to 2009.
Strathclyde Professor appointed chair of REF2029 expert sub-panel
The REF outcomes are used to inform the allocation of around £2 billion per year of public funding for universities’ research.
Space Professor elected President of Royal Aeronautical Society 2026
Professor Malcolm Macdonald named as President Elect of the Royal Aeronautical Society
Fourteen Strathclyde projects selected for Converge programme
Projects account for just over 10% of the total
Comic tells the story of young men’s mental health
Comic produced by the Men Minds project
New opportunities for Arctic fishing “must be carefully managed”
Study finds risks to west coast of Greenland's ecosystem
University and CRER to host new body to tackle systemic racism in the public sector
The first Anti-Racism Observatory for Scotland will be guided by the experiences of those affected by racial inequality.
School pupils with additional support needs to present research findings at conference
Pupils were recruited as researchers to investigate how people can use technology to monitor their health and wellbeing.
Strathclyde joins national forum to address climate resilience in infrastructure
Unique collaboration will support collaborative planning, funding and delivery of practical projects.
Study reveals ‘supply and demand’ constraints on body’s protein-making ability
Genes are responsible for producing all of the proteins the body needs.
National Neuromorphic Centre to advance brain-inspired computing
Researchers will also address the sustainability challenges facing today’s digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence systems.
Full Glasgow Tech Week programme unveiled
Scotland’s Tech Week is now in its second year and has already attracted international attention.
Putting human rights at the heart of development programmes
Strathclyde Law Professor Alan Miller is among the lead authors of a new UN toolkit
Fusion Fest 2025: A Day of Ideas, Inspiration and Innovation Kicks Off This May in Glasgow
Event is aimed at the innovators, creators, technologists, and business leaders shaping the future of Scotland’s economy.
Strathclyde joins Glasgow Science Festival
University to host three events and participate in 17 activities
Biology professor elected Fellow of the Learned Society of Wales
Professor Gwyn Gould is among 56 new Fellows
Prices up, hiring down: businesses struggle against policy changes
Survey finds eight out of 10 businesses report increased payroll costs.
Melting ice could boost north-east Greenland marine environment's productivity
Research also indicates that polar bears will suffer declines of two thirds, as hunting grounds on sea ice drastically reduce
Support for the siblings of children with life-limiting conditions
Researchers worked with children aged between seven and 10 to create recommendations
New technology driven gyms to transform stroke rehabilitation across Scotland
Technologically Enriched Rehabilitation Gyms to improve recovery prospects.
Three shortlistings for Strathclyde in The Herald Education Awards 2025
The University is competing in the Research Project, Widening Access and Supporting Student Wellbeing categories.
NHS staff grow edible plants for wellbeing and sustainability
NHS 24 staff are participating in the Growing Calm project
Physics researcher awarded quantum technology fellowship
Dr Pablo Poggi will use the funding to investigate how to control the effects of chaos in quantum computers.
Strathclyde shortlisted in four categories of WhatUni Student Choice awards
Winners to be announced on 21 May
PhD student develops non-invasive technology to treat neurological disorders
Om Roy has been selected for this year's cohort in the Europe-wide Conception X programme
Honorary professorship for Golden Jubilee consultant
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Chris Gee’s appointment recognises his outstanding contributions to the field of orthopaedics, medical education, and collaborative research.
Researchers launch framework to strengthen community benefits from low-carbon projects
Community Benefit Funds distributed more than £30M from across 283 projects in Scotland in past 12 months.
Pets make more 'purr-suasive' social media influencers than people
Study shows petfluencers may have an edge over their human counterparts.
Student entrepreneurs win award for sustainable manufacturing mark idea
The ‘Ecofy’ team were awarded £2,000 at the University’s live pitching event.
Activity and diet policies “almost certainly” mitigated pandemic effect
Study warns that better preparation is required for any future pandemic
University of Strathclyde appoints new Principal
Professor Stephen McArthur will take over as Principal & Vice-Chancellor.
Innovation Accelerator fuels Glasgow City Region’s fintech future
Financial Regulation Innovation Lab (FRIL), is shaping the future of regulatory responsible innovation.
Researchers awarded £1.8M to improve job retention for disabled workers
Job crafting emphasises the proactive role an employee can take in asserting control over their work.
Visiting Professorship announced for Telecoms expert
Professor H Sama Nwana to be hosted by the Strathclyde Software-defined Radio team
Strathclyde Named Official Women’s Performance Partner for Glasgow Warriors
Partnership with rugby union club
University and charity renew partnership to further pioneering stroke research
Partnership to revolutionise support for stroke survivors.
Strathclyde and NHS Golden Jubilee renew strategic partnership
Partners will focus on developing sustainable, innovative and practical solutions to health and social care challenges.
Researchers to enhance collaboration and innovation in regional UK statistics
Reliable socioeconomic data is crucial for improving public service delivery, allocating funding and crafting evidence-led policies.
Strathclyde ranked amongst top universities in Scotland by StudentCrowd
Reviews praise support for international students, campus facilities and ‘helpful’ staff.
Technology to help people with dementia stay in their own homes
Technology to enhance the social, mental, and physical capacities of people living with dementia
Industry award for partnership to fuel greener wind turbines after market
Collaboration between the AMRL and Renewable Parts Limited scooped a CeeD Award.
New research reveals people with learning disabilities are struggling financially
Around half of households in the research were in poverty.
Student co-created project to upgrade University app wins digital innovation award
The accolade reflects Strathclyde’s commitment to digital innovation.
Strathclyde amongst top 20 UK universities for launching spinout companies
Strathclyde produced the second-highest number of spinouts in Scotland, according to the Royal Academy of Engineering.
Strathclyders named among new Royal Society of Edinburgh Fellows
Fellowships recognise achievement and share knowledge to tackle global challenges
Strathclyde wins in five out of 10 categories at Knowledge Exchange Awards
Awards announced at an event at the Edinburgh Futures Institute
Architecture students help funds shine on iconic Leith Theatre
Theatre awarded grant to advance refurbishment plans.
£9 million funding boost to bring key semiconductor capability to Scotland
The investment will help to reshore a critical part of the UK’s £500 million electrification supply chain.
£3 million project to revolutionise shrimp farming in southeast Asia
Researchers are developing low-cost, early-warning monitoring systems to improve sustainability
Professor elected Honorary Fellow of the Institute of Physics
Emeritus Professor David Birch has received the accolade in recognition of a career spanning more than 40 years
Strathclyde student is first UK-based recipient of international scholarship
Miraidh Reid, has been named as one of the 20 Women Scholars for 2025 by Optica
Climate change “will accelerate” owing to decline in natural carbon storage
Researchers found that the levels of CO2 retained in vegetation through the process known as sequestration are now falling at 0.25% per year
University and Students’ Union sign third Strategic Alliance
Alliance signed by Principal Professor Sir Jim McDonald and Union President Eva Curran
Strathclyde approves pension change to strengthen financial sustainability
The University’s Court unanimously supported the proposal to transition members of the Strathclyde Pension Fund (SPF) into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS).
Toolkit to support retrofit of historic tenements launched
Resource helps property factors learn about retrofit
University leads groundbreaking research on Arctic Sea temperature rise
Award to investigate the impact of unusually high temperatures
Sex workers in research study call for greater legal protections against sexual violence
Researchers examine sexual violence in the sex industry across four legal jurisdictions.
£7 million research to support healthy, sustainable diets
Members of the public will have a say in shaping new policies
Scotland and Ireland unlocking Space for shared goals
Experts from the two countries gathered to explore new opportunities.
£1.3 million to build a path to sustainability through languages and art
Study will focus on multilingualism, encouraging pupils and their families alike to share their knowledge of languages
Student co-created project to upgrade StrathApp shortlisted for digital awards
The nomination highlights Strathclyde’s commitment to digital innovation.
Respiratory virus vaccine cuts hospitalisation of older people by two thirds
Uptake for RSV vaccine reached 68% among those eligible within three months
AI study explores how newborns imitate to map early human connections
Study by scientists in Scotland and Sweden will explore whether babies are born with the ability to imitate.
Eight projects shortlisted in 2025 Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards
Competition brings together companies and academic communities to solve business led challenges.
University and Charity team up to improve mental health outcomes
Partnership to share expertise and tackle complex challenges.
New centre of excellence to drive digital innovation in medicines regulation
Project will support confidence in data and digital technologies to enable the delivery of safe, effective and sustainable medicines.
Afrobarometer report warns of surging severe poverty across Africa
Survey results indicate material deprivation is at its highest level since tracking poverty trends began in 1999.
Business confidence struggling amidst weak economy and policy changes
Survey of more than 300 firms reveals businesses are encountering challenges on multiple fronts.
Graduate Apprenticeships Showcase highlights job opportunities
More than 500 people attended the Graduate Apprenticeships (GA) Recruitment Showcase, sponsored by JP MorganChase.
Pre-eclampsia risk models ‘do not perform adequately’ over time
Study involved nearly 9000 women in 12 countries
Scientists aim to monitor climate’s tiny 'superheroes' from space
Krill are at the centre of the Southern Ocean food web, sustaining penguins, seals and the world’s largest animals, including blue whale..jpg)
Carbon capture and storage strategies “could widen inequalities”
Strategy examined nations' strategies under the Paris Agreement on climate change
Project shows potential of first national medical drone network for Scotland
Strathclyde developed pioneering digital blueprint for delivery network.
Strathclyde and NHS 24 join forces to enhance health and care through digital innovation
The two organisations have signed a strategic partnership agreement to share knowledge, expertise, and resources.
Professor Mairi Spowage appointed non-executive director of UK Statistics Authority
Fraser of Allander Director will provide valuable support as the Authority sets out a new strategy in 2025.
£5million research grant awarded to Glasgow to tackle health inequalities
Strathclyde joins partnership using data and research to inform and influence decision making on the wider determinants of health.
University and Glasgow Science Centre cement long-standing partnership
Agreement formalises existing collaborations.
Funding for unique Neurotechnology Centre
Research to advance the understanding of neural circuits.
Bequest from Scotland's last Auschwitz survivor creates prestigious research posts
New positions of Judith and Harold Rosenberg Chairs in Quantum Technology.
The craft of writing – explored on the radio
Dr Rodge Glass and Dr Andrew Meehan speak about taking part in BBC Radio 4's Take Four Books