To help protect research integrity, LibrarySearch now flags not just retracted articles – but also articles that cite retracted research. Why this matters Retracted articles often contain serious issues such as errors, ethical problems, or false data. Using them, even unknowingly, can: LibrarySearch already alerts you when an article itself has been retracted. Now, it […]
Preparing your Autumn 2025 Reading List
Teaching staff are invited to create a new Autumn reading list or ‘roll over’ and update a previous list. Click the ‘Reading List’ in your Autumn 2025 Canvas module for options. The reading lists are popular with students and a great way for them to engage with key texts and other materials. Guidance is available […]
Password managers
Why Using a Password Manager Can Be a Smart Move In today’s digital world, we juggle dozens—sometimes hundreds—of passwords across work, school, and personal accounts. Remembering them all? Not realistic. Reusing the same one? Risky. Fortunately, there’s a more secure alternative: dedicated password management software. What Is a Password Manager? Password managers serve as encrypted […]
Library Systems and Services Downtime, 12-13 July
Due to important data migration work by our Library systems supplier (Ex Libris), many services will experience downtime over 12th – 13th July. See details below on what to expect. Planned Downtime The migration process will take place over the weekend of 12–13 July 2025 with up to 24 hours of downtime expected between 6am Saturday 12th July […]
Upgrade to EndNote 21.5
Users have reported a performance issue that EndNote and linked Word documents may freeze for several minutes. This is resolved by upgrading from EndNote X9, EN20 or EN21 to EndNote 21.5. Additionally, Clarivate (the software supplier) advise that EndNote X9 and earlier versions are no longer supported.See guidance at the Upgrading EndNote help page. Before […]
Gabagool Spear Phishing Incident
The university recently experienced a targeted spear phishing attack involving a phishing kit known as Gabagool. Cyber threats are increasing in sophistication, and phishing messages are becoming harder and harder to spot. We’ve created a short animation to help raise awareness and help you detect malicious emails: What happened? A member of staff received a […]
Windows 11 is coming
Windows 11 is Coming to University Devices By now, many of your personal devices may already be running Windows 11. With Windows 10 support ending in October, it’s time for our University devices to make the move too. Between now and October, Information Services will be upgrading all staff and student lab devices currently running […]
Summer Graduation 2025: Library and IT Checklist
As graduation approaches, it’s important to make sure you’re fully prepared for life after university, both academically and practically. Whether you’re finishing up assignments, returning library books, or planning your next steps, our Library and IT Essentials Checklist for Summer 2025 is here to help. From saving your work and managing your university email to […]
Jisc Digital Insights Survey for Teaching and Professional Staff
At the University of Stirling, we know that digital issues are central to how we work, teach, and support one another. That’s why we’re inviting all professional services and teaching staff to take part in the Jisc Digital Experience Insights Survey. This national survey is designed to understand how you utilise technology in your role […]
Cyber security attacks
Recent cyber security incidents that have affected major UK retailers including Marks & Spencer, Co-op, and Harrods are part of a growing wave of targeted attacks affecting a variety of sectors. These incidents, alongside attacks targeting local councils such as West Lothian Council and Edinburgh Council, highlight the increasing sophistication and frequency of successful cyber […]