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The 7th International St Magnus Conference was an Outstanding Success, filled with Inspiring Discussions and Creative Exchanges
The 7th International Conference of the University of the Highlands Institute for Northern Studies (INS) took place at UHI Perth from April 15th to 17th and was praised by all attendees as a great success. Organised by INS Lecturers, Dr OisÃn Plumb and Dr Paul Malgrati, the conference attracted speakers…
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INS Professor Delivers Annual Public Lecture at Queen’s University Belfast
Professor Mairéad Nic Craith from the University of the Highlands and Islands Institute for Northern Studies will deliver the annual public lecture titled “Irish and Ecology: How Language Enhances Empathy with the Environment” at Queen’s University Belfast on April 29th at 18:00. The presentation considers the potential role of Irish…
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UHI Institute for Northern Studies Knowledge Exchange Programme 2026 Begins on Arran
Professor Alex Sanmark from the UHI Institute for Northern Studies, along with Viking burial expert Caroline Patterson, recently travelled to the Scottish island of Arran. They organised a two-day project with Alex Dickinson and his team at Mogabout, a company that offers unique tours across the Isle of Arran. This…
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UHI Institute for Northern Studies Lecturer Granted Rare Access to Italian Archives
Dr. OisÃn Plumb, a lecturer at the UHI Institute for Northern Studies, recently had the incredible opportunity to travel to Italy for archival research, thanks to the generous funding from the Strathmartine Trust’s Sandeman Award. The purpose of the journey was to study manuscripts in three remarkable archives, with a…
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Embarking on a PhD Journey: A Student’s Adventure at the UHI Institute for Northern Studies
Join us as PhD candidate Shanna Bryman discusses her remarkable journey from Phoenix, Arizona, to research at the University of the Highlands and Islands Institute for Northern Studies. “I grew up in Phoenix, Arizona—about as far from the Scottish Highlands as you can get. My childhood obsession with ancient civilisations…
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St Magnus Conference Keynote Speakers Confirmed: Viking Researcher Charlotte Hedenstierna-Jonson & Scottish Poet Laureate, Professor Peter MacKay
Exciting news! The UHI Institute for Northern Studies has confirmed the keynote speakers for the 7th International St Magnus Conference. Join us on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to hear Charlotte Hedenstierna-Jonson from Uppsala University deliver her inspiring keynote address. Then don’t miss Scottish Poet Laureate, Professor Peter MacKay from St…
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Exciting Success at the UHI Institute for Northern Studies Islands Matter OCEAN Workshop!
The recent Islands Matter OCEAN Workshop hosted by the UHI Institute for Northern Studies has been celebrated as a brilliant success! Participants engaged in dynamic discussions and shared innovative ideas, highlighting the vital role islands play in our world today. The collaboration and enthusiasm displayed throughout the event truly made…
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UHI Institute for Northern Studies Lecturer Dr Andrew Lind Awarded ALPINE Advanced HE Senior Fellowship
A huge congratulations to Dr Andrew Lind, lecturer at UHI’s Institute for Northern Studies. His remarkable achievements as Programme Leader for Early Modern European Studies and Head of Postgraduate Research have earned him well-deserved recognition with an Advanced HE Senior Fellowship. Advance HE Fellowships through ALPINE are available to all…
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Professor Alex Sanmark and Dr Oisin Plumb Major New Publication Now on Pre-Order
‘Royalty and Ritual: The Landscape of Power in Early Medieval Scotland and Europe’ edited by Professor Alex Sanmark (UHI Institute for Northern Studies), Dr Mark Hall, Professor Jane Geddes and Dr Oisin Plumb (UHI INS) is now available for pre-order from Sidestone Press This interdisciplinary research project was carried out…
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Popular Mapping Identities Conference was a Great Success.
The UHI Institute for Northern Studies Mapping Identities: Visual Depictions of Scotland Conference, hosted at UHI Perth on 10th February 2026, was an outstanding success and received much positive feedback from attendees. The Mapping Identities project, developed by Dr. Andrew Lind and Dr. Oisin Plumb at UHI INS, was completed…