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International scientists gather to discuss DNA damage
Scientists from 24 countries worldwide will gather in Aberdeen this weekend (Friday August 29 - Sunday August 31) to discuss the latest research and specific techniques in the area of measurement of human DNA damage.DNA is the molecular blueprint found in the cells of all living organisms and specifies the...
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Songs from North-East Scotland: An Edition for Performers
An initiative at the University of Aberdeen's Elphinstone Institute is seeking the help of people from the North-East to find out about singers of the past.The Performance Edition of 'The Greig-Duncan Folk Song Collection' funded by The British Academy and led by Dr Katherine Campbell, is approaching completion. The collection...
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University of Aberdeen at Offshore Europe: visit us on Stand 727
As this year's exhibition begins, the emphasis is clearly on the need for research into new and innovative ideas for the future of the oil business.From major research on the secrets of the deepest oceans to the latest teaching on global economics, the University of Aberdeen is at the centre...
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S6 Enhancement Unit
The University of Aberdeen will today (Wednesday August 27) host an information seminar for local teachers, education advisers and interested academic staff on a new initiative designed to help sixth-year secondary school pupils with their studies.It is expected that over 70 delegates will attend the seminar with more than 35...
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Major maternity care study being undertaken by the University of Aberdeen
Changes in obstetric practice, increasing safety and greater involvement of women in choosing the type of delivery they have, has fuelled debate about the delivery options that are available to women. The short and long term risks associated with instrumental and spontaneous delivery have yet to be fully explored but...
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Aberdeen academic elected Chair of international society
University of Aberdeen scientist Professor Chris Secombes has been elected President of the prestigious International Society of Developmental and Comparative Immunology (ISDCI). Professor Secombes was elected to this senior position following the Society's recent tri-annual congress in St Andrews.Professor Secombes specialises in the field of fish immunology and will lead...
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Aberdeen at the leading edge of Scottish innovation
The University of Aberdeen is celebrating after research programmes, based on topics as diverse as the ageing population, osteoporosis and the environment, have been awarded almost £200,000 in funding.The five innovative projects are among those recognised by the Royal Society of Edinburgh's Research Awards scheme which supports exceptionally talented academics...
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University of Aberdeen Open Day set to go with a bang
(Photo opportunities available: Tuesday, August 26: details at end of release)The University of Aberdeen will be holding its fourth University-wide pre-application Open Day tomorrow (Tuesday, August 26) which promises to be an Earth-shattering event.Especially for the Open Day, the Geology Department has built a giant indoor working model of the...
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Clarissa Dickson Wright Cooks Up an Open Day with a Difference
University Rector, Clarissa Dickson Wright, will be cooking up a storm at the University of Aberdeen Open Day on Tuesday, 26 August. Miss Dickson Wright will be hosting a Ready Steady Cook style event where she will work with two University students who will be given a limited number of...
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The University of Aberdeen appoints new Director of Estates
The University of Aberdeen has appointed Angus Donaldson as Director of Estates.Angus, previously Director of Property Development, will increase his current responsibilities and now has senior responsibility for the management of the University's estate.Speaking on his new appointment, Angus said: "I am very pleased to have the opportunity to lead...
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Pupils get advanced screening of Medical School Open Day programme
Pupils get advanced screening of Medical School Open Day programme(Photo opportunity: Tuesday, August 19, at 12.45pm. Details at end of press release)Senior pupils from Oldmachar Academy will be given the opportunity for a sneak preview of the Medical School's innovative, interactive programme at the University of Aberdeen's Open Day on...
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CNR Scholarships
The University of Aberdeen Business School completes a successful first year this week with news of a £10,000 gift from international oil and gas company, Canadian Natural Resources (CNR) UK Limited. The donation, made in memory of late CNR financial director Bill Stiles, continues the company's long history of supporting...
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University of Aberdeen launches unique teacher training initiative
University of Aberdeen launches unique teacher training initiativeA pioneering new programme for primary English-medium and Gaelic-medium teachers is to receive official recognition today (Friday August 15) with the formal launch of a new teacher training programme developed by the University of Aberdeen in collaboration with Highland Council. Peter Peacock MSP,...
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Helping hand for Festival favourites
(Photo opportunity tomorrow: Thursday, August 14: details at end of release)One of the hottest tickets of the Aberdeen International Youth Festival will be singing the praises of the University of Aberdeen outside King’s College this Thursday (August 14).The University of Philippines Concert Chorus were left short of funds when part...
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Sporting Chance for North East of Scotland
Issued by the University of Aberdeen on behalf of: Aberdeen City Council; Aberdeen College; Aberdeen Football Club; Aberdeenshire Council; The University of Aberdeen; Grampian Institute of Sport; Moray Council and The Robert Gordon University.Details of ambitious plans that would see Aberdeen become a centre of sporting excellence were outlined at...
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Appointment of senior academics boosts health research in the Highlands
Health research in the north of Scotland will be boosted by the appointment of two senior researchers to the University of Aberdeen's Highlands and Islands Health Research Institute (HIHRI), based in Inverness.Mr David Heaney has joined the Institute from the University of Edinburgh as a Senior Research Fellow. His main...