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2025
March
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Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
-Chinese calligraphy is the ancient art of Chinese writing.
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University of Aberdeen Concert Series - University of Aberdeen Symphony Orchestra
-With conductor Chris Collins, playing music from MacCunn, Beethoven and a Concerto by the winner of the Concerto Competition, still to be confirmed.
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Cafe Sci - Time, place and pictures: how do we improve the care of stroke patients?
-Professor Mary Joan MacLeod will discuss research which seeks to improve the care of stroke patients
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The Philosophy of Tianxia
-Join Professor Li Yong of Wuhan University's School of Philosophy for a public lecture exploring the debate between cosmopolitanism and nationalism in global justice.
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University of Aberdeen Concert Series - Student Showcase
-Come along to hear some of our talented student performers from the University's Department of Music!
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University of Aberdeen Concert Series - Hamish Napier & Jordan Neil
-In partnership with SC&T Youth
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Cafe Sci - The World Wars of Disinformation
-Join Tom Weber, Jesper Kallestrup and Annelotte Janse from as they discuss disinformation and fake news
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Sparking Change Showcase Event
-Join us for the free Sparking Change Showcase Event-a day of inspiration, networking, and celebration.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Lotus
-Experience the harmony of mind and body through Chinese brush painting.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Bamboo
-Discover the art of Chinese brush painting by learning to depict bamboo, a timeless symbol of resilience and integrity in East Asian culture.
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PechaKucha
-This event was fully booked
Join students from the School of Biological Sciences for an evening of dynamic PechaKucha presentations showcasing their research activities.
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Celebration Cèilidh with the Midmar Occasionals
-Let's celebrate the end of World Gaelic Week with a Scottish cèilidh.
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WORKSHOP: Imagined Norths - Fantasy Map Making
-Come along and make your own fantasy map at this workshop in the Sir Duncan Rice Library!
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Workshop 'Gaelic Play in a Day' lead by Artair Donald
-Join us for a bi-lingual Gaelic drama workshop to celebrate Seachdain na Gàidhlig.
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Chinese Craft Corner (March)
-Join us at Ferryhill Community Centre for Chinese Craft Corner, a fun, relaxed drop-in session open to all ages and abilities!
February
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Talk and reading by Gaelic author Graham Cooper
-As part of World Gaelic Week / Seachdain na Gàidhlig join us for a reading from author Graham Cooper.
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Talk and poetry reading 'A' Ruith Eadar Dà Dhràgon' / Running between two Dragons with Martin MacIntrye
-As part of World Gaelic Week / Seachdain na Gàidhlig Poet and University of Aberdeen alumnus Martin MacIntyre will read from his new collection of poetry 'A' Ruith Eadar Dà Dhràgon / Running Between Two Dragons / Corrent Entre Dos Dracs / Rhedeg Rhwng Dwy Ddraig'.
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Seachdain na Gàidhlig - World Gaelic Week 2025
-The University is celebrating Seachdain na Gàidhlig/World Gaelic Week with a series of talks, events and activities for staff, students and the public. Come and join us!
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'No Pigeonholes, Please!': Fiona Kennedy's Diverse Life and Career
-Join us for this talk as part of the Elphinstone Institute's public lecture series.
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Sparking Change
-Are you driven to create lasting, positive change? Sparking Change is a FREE enterprise programme designed to empower residents of Aberdeen City to become champions of social change.
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Introduction to Just Transition
-#UoAIntroToJustTransition
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Rhythms of the Moon: A Lunar New Year Celebration
-Rhythms of the Moon: A Lunar New Year Celebration brings together acclaimed percussionist Lin Chen and guitarist Kristian Sievers, performing as Duo Pertar, for an evening of captivating music.
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PUBLIC TALK: (Re)collecting Jacobites in Robert Forbes's 'The Lyon in Mourning' Manuscript
-A talk for all those curious about the Jacobites! Professor Leith Davis reveals 'The Lyon in Mourning'. Supported by Friends of Aberdeen Library.
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Beskidian Songs: Żywiec Polish Highlander Singing Workshops
-All are welcome to these free singing workshops.
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Founders' Week - Chapel Service
-Join us in the stunning King's College Chapel as we pay tribute to our historic origins as an ancient University and celebrate the support of our benefactors over the centuries.
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Founders' Week - Inaugural Lecture with Regius Chair of Physiology Professor Mirela Delibegovic
-"From a war zone to new diabetes diagnostics and treatments", how an Aberdeen diabetes scientist is breaking boundaries.
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Founders' Week - Cafe Sci: A Pictish Power Centre at Rhynie and Tap o' Noth: Recent Progress'
-Join Professor Gordon Noble for an update on his ground breaking research on Pictish society in the North East.
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University Collections at the Founders' Week Discovery Day
-Visit the University Collections stand on Discovery Day and have a go at making your own seal and trying some Latin calligraphy from the Foundation Papal Bull.
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Founders' Week - Discovery Day: Open to All
-Join us for a day of family-friendly fun celebrating research at the University of Aberdeen.
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Lunar Ceilidh: Celebrate the New Year
-Celebrate the arrival of the Lunar New Year at the Lunar Ceilidh, an exciting event that beautifully blends Scottish and Chinese cultures!
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Introduction to Offshore Decommissioning
-#UoADecomIntro
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Film Screening: In the Moment: Poetry Duets and Improvisations (2022)
-Ethnographic Film Series
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Zoology Museum open to Celebrate the Lunar New Year, Year of the Snake!
-University Collections is delighted to be joining in with the Confucius Institute's Spring Family Festival to Celebrate the Lunar New Year on Sunday 2 February!
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Spring Family Festival: Celebrate the Lunar New Year
-Celebrate the Year of the Snake at our Lunar New Year Family Festival at the University of Aberdeen!
January
2024
December
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UoA Concert Series - University of Aberdeen Symphony Orchestra with Conductor Chris Collins
-Including music from Chaminade, Dukas, Mendelssohn, Ravel and Suk
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Student-led Zoology Museum Tour
-Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.
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Royal Institution Christmas Lectures Live-Stream
-Join TechFest and the Rowett Institute at the live-stream of the filming of the CHRISTMAS LECTURES from the Royal Institution this December!
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DHM 24: Hidden disabilities vs visible disabilities. What is the difference with regards to daily interaction and help?
-Join the Staff Disability Network and the Neurodiversity Network for their jointly organised series of practical and conceptual-based conversations online.
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Craft Your Christmas: Wreaths and Cards (Afternoon)
-Christmas crafting workshop making wreaths and cards with a Chinese twist.
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Craft Your Christmas: Wreaths and Cards (Morning)
-Christmas crafting workshop making wreaths and cards with a Chinese twist.
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University Carol Service
-Join us for the University Carol Service at the stunning St Machar's Cathedral.
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Student-led Zoology Museum Tour
-Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.
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DHM 24: How to access IT hardware/software for study/work
-Join the Staff Disability Network and the Neurodiversity Network for their jointly organised series of practical and conceptual-based conversations online.
November
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Chinese Musical Composition: Tradition as a Form of Creativity or Constraint
-Join us for a public lecture looking at cross-cultural musical expression through an exploration of Tan Dun’s Crouching Tiger Concerto, originally written for cello and orchestra as part of the film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and later adapted for erhu (Chinese fiddle) and orchestra. Discover how the work’s two versions reflect the...
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Student-led Zoology Museum Tour
-Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.
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DHM 24: Debating the Medical vs Social model of disability
-Join the Staff Disability Network and the Neurodiversity Network for their jointly organised series of practical and conceptual-based conversations online.
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Monster Map Mass Colouring Event with Special Guest Johanna Basford!
-A not to be missed Special Event for Book Week Scotland, supported by the Scottish Book Trust.
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Imagined Norths - Curator's View
-Curator, Sam Revell, takes you on a tour of the new exhibition in the Sir Duncan Rice Library Gallery as part of Book Week Scotland.
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A talk on...Bosnia and the EU
-The Politics and International Relations Society invites you to a talk by the Ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the UK.
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Student-led Zoology Museum Tour
-Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.
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Collections Close Up: The Ends of the Earth
-We are going to the Ends of the Earth for Book Week Scotland.
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School uniforms, dress codes and public responses: from museums to policy makers
-As revealed in the research published by R. Shanks et al. (eds.) and A. Campbell Le Guennec and N. Coutant (eds.), school uniform continues to be a hot topic in the 2020s across the world.
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DHM 24: Working, supporting and communicating with disabled individuals
-Join the Staff Disability Network and the Neurodiversity Network for their jointly organised series of practical and conceptual-based conversations online.
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In Conversation with L.R. LAM - Here Be Dragons
-We are delighted to be launching our Book Week Scotland programme with special guest, bestselling fantasy author, L.R. Lam. Not to be missed!
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Social Determinants of Health and Health Equity
-Join our panel of public health experts online on Monday 18 November as we discuss how social determinants contribute to health disparities and explore the challenges to building healthier communities and a more just society for all.
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Calligraphy Workshop
-Workshop in the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy.
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Cafe Sci - Dolphin Social Behaviours
-This event was fully booked
Learn about how dolphin behaviour may change in response to different factors.
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Student-led Zoology Museum Tour
-Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.
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Chinese Dragon: A Celebration of Culture
-Join us for "Chinese Dragon: A Celebration of Culture," a vibrant showcase of Chinese heritage brought to life by a talented university performance group from China.
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The University of Aberdeen Remembrance Chapel Service
-Join us for this important annual Act of Remembrance.
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Film Screening: Baye Falls
-Join us for an incredible journey across Senegal with Sufi spiritual teacher Ibrahima Fall in this documentary exploring Fall's work and ceremonies.
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A Celebration to mark 50 years of Real Estate education at the University of Aberdeen
-Real Estate education and research at the University of Aberdeen, is celebrating its 50-year anniversary in 2024. The Department of Land Economy was established in 1974 with the assistance of the RICS and a generous donation from the MacRobert Trust. 50 years later over 2,500 students have graduated from the...
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The Andrew Carnegie Lecture 2024
-Celebrating 75 years since John Boyd Orr was awarded the Nobel Prize for his lifelong efforts to improve the world's food situation.
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Student-led Zoology Museum Tour
-Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.
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Display: Fantasy - Realms of Imagination
-A second chance to see this touring display delivered in partnership with Aberdeen City Libraries and the British Library. Part of Book Week Scotland.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Fish
-Discover the fascinating art of Chinese brush painting and try your hand at this expressive art form with artist Chi Zhang. These workshops are suitable for beginners or people who have painting experience but have never tried Chinese brush painting techniques before. No prior knowledge is necessary, you should simply be keen to...
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Landscape
-Discover the fascinating art of Chinese brush painting and try your hand at this expressive art form with artist Chi Zhang. These workshops are suitable for beginners or people who have painting experience but have never tried Chinese brush painting techniques before. No prior knowledge is necessary, you should simply be keen to...
October
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BHM24: BeWell Picnic Chill & Chat Creating Safe Spaces
-An essential conversation addressing mental health challenges within the Black community, with a focus on support and awareness. This event is taking place as part of Black History Month 2024. For the University's full programme, visit abdn.ac.uk/events/bhm
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BHM24: Roundtable on FinTech and Digital Markets in Africa
-This Roundtable is co-organised by the University of Aberdeen's Centre for Commercial Law and Global South Law Research Network to critically discuss cutting-edge complexities in Africa's evolving digital economy vis-à-vis contemporary developments such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
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Student-led Zoology Museum Tour
-Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.
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BHM24: Global Health Film Screening
-You are invited to watch and discuss Coded Bias.
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Conversations on African Security
-Join us and hear from Albert Kan-Dapaah, Ghana's Minister for National Security.
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The Dr Joan MacCormack Lecture 2024
-'Intimate Religion: Devotional Jewellery and the Reformation of Touch in Early Modern England'
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BHM24: Nigerian Film Screening & Talk
-Watch a captivating Nigerian film, followed by a discussion exploring its cultural and social impact.
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BHM24: Decolonising Research: Exploring Student Perspectives Across Disciplines and Open Dialogue
-This event was cancelled
Postponed: The Decolonising Research panel discussion has been postponed due to diary conflicts and the unavailability of panel members. We are still eager to gather interest from students and staff who would like to participate, either as a panel member or an attendee. Please fill out the form to express your interest: https://forms.office.com/e/9QnbNtJTaX About...
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BHM24: Racism in Healthcare
-Racism in Healthcare talk with Dr Sneh Banik and Black Medics Scotland.
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Student-led Zoology Museum Tour
-Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.
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Stargazing in the Botanic Gardens
-This event was fully booked
View the University's new telescope, alongside its existing 10"-aperture telescope, and take part in stargazing in our own Botanic Gardens
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BHM24: Black Girls Pamper Night
-An evening on campus for self-care, enjoyment, and good vibes. Join us to meet new people and relax! This is a safe space for people of racialized backgrounds. Entry to this event is £5.00. Get your ticket via the link below. This event is taking place as part of Black History Month...
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Student-led Zoology Museum Tour
-Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.
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BHM24: Empire and North East Walking Tour
-Join us for an enlightening walking tour that delves into the colonial history of the University of Aberdeen and its historic Old Aberdeen campus. This tour offers an opportunity to explore the university’s ties to colonialism and the impact of these connections on its development, architecture, and academic legacy. This event is...
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Mary Darly (1736-1791), Fun Merchant and Caricature Pioneer - a Conversation
-Join us for this conversation event in which Dr Helen Pierce (Art History) and Dr Mary Pryor (Centre for Academic Development) will discuss Darly's career, her successes and her missteps, as a pioneering figure in the development of British caricature as a serious art form.
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Watt Hepburn Lecture 2024: Mark McCombe, Blackrock
-This event was fully booked
Join Senior Managing Director and Vice Chairman of Blackrock Mark McCombe and he shares his story of his international career in finance spanning more than 30 years.
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Student-led Zoology Museum Tour
-Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.
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BHM24: African Drumming Taster Workshop
-Feel the rhythm and energy at our African Drumming Workshop!
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Striking Impressions - A Ralph Steadman Special with Michael Waight
-We are delighted to welcome master printer Michael Waight to the Sir Duncan Rice Library Gallery on Saturday 5th October for a unique look at some of the prints he made in partnership with the renowned British illustrator, Ralph Steadman. NOT TO BE MISSED!
September
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Striking Impressions Exhibition - Flash Tour #2
-A bite-sized (15 minute) tour of the exhibition 'Striking Impressions'.
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Striking Impressions Exhibition - Flash Tour #1
-A bite-sized (15 minute) tour of the exhibition 'Striking Impressions'.
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Research Seminar: Khrystyna Baziuk (Lviv) Beyond the Emigrant: The Story of the Turner Family in Aberdeenshire
-We are delighted to welcome Khrystyna Baziuk as part of the Friends of Aberdeen University Library Research Awards which are designed to support research based on and making particular use of materials held in the University's Library, Museum, or Special Collections. Khrystyna arrived in Aberdeen from Ukraine earlier this month...
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Collection Doodles at the Wayword Festival
-A fun and relaxing doodling session as part of this year's WayWORD Festival.
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Mid-Autumn Festival Concert
-Join us at Cowdray Hall for a Mid-Autumn Festival concert featuring traditional Chinese music. Enjoy soothing melodies played on instruments like the guzheng and erhu. After the performance, relax with tea and traditional mooncakes to celebrate this special festival. Free, all welcome, no booking required.
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University Collections at the Aberdeen Science Festival Discovery Day
-Explore two of the University Collections venues - the Library Gallery and the Zoology Museum - and see how many Lego faces you can find as you go!
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WayWORD Festival
-A youth-led literary cross arts festival exploring unconventional forms of expression in Aberdeen taking place on Saturday 21 and 24 - 29 September.
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Doors Open Day at the Zoology Museum
-The doors to the Zoology Museum will be open to visitors on Saturday 7 September. Come and see the amazing displays of creatures. We'll have activity sheets and our popular Lego Trail for visitors to enjoy.
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Doors Open Day at the Sir Duncan Rice Library
-The doors to the Sir Duncan Rice Library will be open to visitors on Saturday 7 September.
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Cafe Sci - Scotland's Prehistoric Geometry
-This event was fully booked
Join Dr Richard Hepworth-Young explores the maths behind prehistoric carved stone balls which have been discovered across the UK and Ireland
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Explorathon 2024
-Find out about research taking place at the University of Aberdeen and how it impacts on your life.
August
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European Conference on Visual Perception
-Welcome to the 46th European Conference on Visual Perception that will take place in Aberdeen, Scotland from Sunday 25th to Thursday 29th August 2024.
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Visual Science of Art Conference
-The Visual Science of Art Conference (VSAC) connects the communities of visual scientists and artists in order to deepen our understanding of aesthetic phenomena.