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Students gear up for global engineering competition
A team of engineering students from the University of Aberdeen is gearing up to take part in the international Formula Student competition which takes place at Silverstone next summer.
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Microscopic meteorites show early life on Earth faced rain of rocks
Microscopic meteorites found in Scotland have unveiled major clues about a catastrophic event which dramatically altered the Earth’s surface nearly 500 million years ago.
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Voting opens as images of Aberdeenshire Archaeology go on display
The results of a photography competition challenging entrants to capture striking images of archaeological sites in the North East of Scotland have gone on display.
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New red squirrel champion for North East
Red squirrels in the North East of Scotland have a new champion.
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Aberdeen student scoops prestigious Physics prize
An innovative idea has secured an Aberdeen Physics student a prestigious award.
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Heritage Lottery boost for new Library
One of Scotland’s most prestigious new buildings has taken a significant step forward in its attempts to attract Lottery funding.
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Breast cancer survivors give researchers donation
A breast cancer doctor has hailed survivors of the disease for helping fund pioneering research into combating the condition.
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University recognised for world-leading research
Nearly 90% of research undertaken at the University of Aberdeen has been recognised to be of international quality following a UK-wide research review.
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University raffle raises cash for charities
University of Aberdeen staff have raised a four figure donation for Grampian Kidney Research Association and Alzheimer Scotland.
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Unicorn hunt for city children
Youngsters have been led on a unicorn hunt through the streets of Old Aberdeen.
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Top award for young researcher
A young ecologist has won a prestigious award that aims to help outstanding researchers fulfil their potential to become world leaders in their field.
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Aberdeen experts to analyse storm impact on Western Isles coastline
Aberdeen experts have embarked on a project to investigate the issue of coastal flooding in parts of the Western Isles following the severe storm which hit the islands three years ago.
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Candle Vigil for grieving families
A service for grieving parents and families of children who have died will be held in St Machar’s Cathedral in the Chanonry, Old Aberdeen this Sunday (14th December) at 7pm.
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Lecture series to tackle controversial energy issues
A controversial new lecture series tackling the current challenges and debates within the energy sector has been announced by the University of Aberdeen.
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Energy students honoured by key industry body
The academic efforts of six Aberdeen students who have completed degrees related to the Energy sector will be recognised at a ceremony this evening (Tuesday 9 December).
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Acclaimed documentary maker joins Director’s Cut cast
One of Britain’s leading documentary makers will take the stage in Aberdeen tonight (Tuesday, December 9) to talk about her controversial body of work.
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Economics expert makes case for carbon capture
An economics expert from the University of Aberdeen has made the case for investing in carbon capture schemes at a prestigious conference in the United States.
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Doric writer remembered with short story competition
A short story competition will be launched today (Monday, December 8) to commemorate the work of one of the North-east’s finest exponents of written Doric.
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Aberdeen’s Lost City found again
A book about the rich history of Old Aberdeen featuring first time reproductions of illustrations drawn from the University of Aberdeen’s library and museum collections has been launched.
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Project to research impacts of Government Sustainable Travel scheme
A three year study has been launched to determine the impact of a £15 million investment by the Scottish Government, the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA), and seven local authorities to create innovative transport measures in Scotland’s towns and cities.
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Showcase of internationally renowned research
Scientists investigating some of the biggest global and environmental challenges facing man will next week showcase their research.
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Vision Impossible!
One of Britain’s most influential communicators in science will today give a fascinating insight into vision when he delivers the University of Aberdeen’s annual Christmas lecture.
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Techniques to help people with asthma breathe easy
New research funded by Asthma UK, shows that breathing techniques can help to treat people who continue to experience asthma symptoms in spite of current drug treatments.
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Starwars style holographic 3DTV could be a reality in a decade
A 3D television system which would display holographic images floating in mid air - reminiscent of a famous scene from Star Wars - could be a reality in households throughout Europe within the next decade according to findings by a team of University of Aberdeen academics.
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Aberdeen graduate awarded prestigious accolade
An Aberdeen student has scooped a prestigious accolade in recognition of her dedication to her studies in the field of medical science.
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Acclaimed documentary maker joins Director’s Cut cast
One of Britain’s leading documentary makers will visit the North-east next week to talk about her controversial body of work.
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Successful entrepreneurs to inspire business minded students
Leading entrepreneurs are set to inspire Aberdeen students tomorrow (Tuesday 2 December) at an event aimed at nurturing business talent of the future.
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Initiative to create more flexible transport options
The challenge of introducing more environmentally friendly and flexible transport systems across Europe is set to be tackled by experts from the University of Aberdeen.