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Library on show to alumni
The Chancellor of the Exchequer was among more than 100 guests who gathered in London to hear more about the University of Aberdeen’s vision for a flagship multimillion pound library.
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University of Aberdeen wins THES award
Celebrations took place last night after the University of Aberdeen won a prestigious award at an education ceremony in London.
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Harp concert at IMS Atrium
An Aberdeen researcher turned harpist will play a concert in the IMS atrium tonight to celebrate the launch of her debut CD.
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Researchers call out to lovers of bird song
What happens when we hear a bird? That is the question at the heart of a new research project launched this week at the University of Aberdeen.
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Human red ribbon at King's for World Aids Day
A human red ribbon will be formed on King's Playing Fields this Friday (November 30)to mark World AIDS Day.
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Chronic pain – is it all in the brain?
A staggering 52 million working days are lost due to back pain in the UK each year.
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How the Vikings helped forge today’s Scotland
A new book charting the deeds of a domineering Viking clan has cast fresh light on how they influenced the political make-up of modern Scotland and Britain.
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Yeast behind potentially deadly infections tackled by multi million pound collaboration
How yeast infections fight off multiple attacks from the human immune system is the subject of a new study awarded £4.6 million today. The team of internationally renowned scientists receiving the grant hope their findings could pave the way for better and more effective anti-fungal drugs.
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Consumers lose out from confused administration of transport initiatives
Researchers from the University of Aberdeen will be in Edinburgh next week for a two-day workshop where they will join leading figures from across Europe.
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Aberdeen economists showcase experimental lab at masterclass
A new era in cutting edge economics research in Scotland begins today (November 22) with a masterclass for European researchers.
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Targeted screening may be a cost effective way of detecting glaucoma
Targeted screening may be the best and most cost effective way for detecting one of the world’s most common causes of irreversible blindness, say researchers.
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Lecture to give insight into water science
The University of Aberdeen’s autumn inaugural lecture series is in full swing. The Inaugural Lectures 2007 is showcasing some of the world’s leading thinkers and pioneers who have been recently appointed by the Institution from leading universities and institutions around the globe.
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Prolific filmmaker teaches students about life behind the lens
One of the world’s most prolific directors visits Aberdeen today (Wednesday, November 21) to pass on his movie know-how to Scotland’s current crop of budding Danny Boyles.
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Human sacrifice explored by Aberdeen academic
How human sacrifice is represented in Western culture – from the Iliad to the first Gulf War– has been laid bare in a new book.
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Leading Scottish figures honoured by the University of Aberdeen
Leading figures from the fields of sport, business, screen and media, are being honoured at the University of Aberdeen’s annual winter graduation ceremonies this weekend.
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Aberdeen experts help launch £21m project to boost economic research
A new world-class institute to help researchers tackle some of the challenges facing the economy will be officially opened on Monday (November 19).
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Religion, conflict and peace in Northern Ireland
A leading sociologist will tonight (November 19) argue that religion in Northern Ireland, and elsewhere, can be a force for reconciliation rather than conflict.
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UNITE to deliver 520 student beds to Aberdeen for 2008
UNITE, the UK’s largest student hospitality and accommodation company, has announced that, in partnership with the University of Aberdeen, it is to deliver a further 520 new student beds for the 2008 academic year.
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New professional learning and development centre launched
A new centre dedicated to helping education professionals plan and enhance their careers will be officially opened today (November 14) at the University of Aberdeen.
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First University wide Postgraduate Open Day held at Aberdeen
Students stand to improve their career prospects and future earning potential by attending a new Postgraduate Open Day which is being held today at the University of Aberdeen.
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Hero of Irish economic miracle comes to Aberdeen
What is the secret of Ireland’s spectacular economic success? How has this impinged on national identity? And what can Scotland learn from its Celtic cousin?
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Smoking while pregnant could reduce the fertility of baby boys
Smoking while pregnant could reduce the fertility of baby boys by affecting a key testis gene, according to a University of Aberdeen led study.
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Brinker Technology signs multi-million pound deal with specialist fund
A University of Aberdeen spin-out company has signed a major deal with a specialist oil and gas private equity fund.
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In the Shadow of Bennachie book launch
A new book that brings together the archaeology, history and geography of Donside will be officially launched at Marischal Museum today (Tuesday, Nov 13).
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Universities land 100th partnership project
The North of Scotland Knowledge Transfer Partnership Centre has reached a major milestone by obtaining its 100th grant award.
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Knowing Me, Knowing You: Minds, Brains and Social Cognition
A leading psychologist will tonight (November 12) deliver a thought provoking insight into the workings of the brain and how it enables us to understand other people.
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Hundreds expected to attend the University of Aberdeen’s Act of Remembrance Sunday Service
More than 500 people are expected to attend an Act of Remembrance Sunday Service in King’s College Chapel being held by the University of Aberdeen this weekend (Sunday, November 11).
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Preparations well underway for first University wide Postgraduate Open Day
Students stand to improve their career prospects and future earning potential by attending a new Postgraduate Open Day which is being held next week at the University of Aberdeen.
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Chairman of Shell UK to give lecture as part of Chemistry Week
National Chemistry Week is off with a bang when it kicked off last weekend.
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Aberdeen soars to 137 in world university rankings
The University of Aberdeen’s standing in the world has strengthened enormously, according to a new guide listing the world’s best institutions.
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Highest starting salaries in Scotland for University of Aberdeen graduates
Students stand to improve their career prospects and future earning potential by studying at the University of Aberdeen.
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Direct gaze makes you more attractive
Looking directly at someone makes you more attractive to them according to research published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences , today (Wednesday 7 November, 2007).
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Major partnership in engineering launched
A major new research partnership will be launched tomorrow (November 8) to ensure the future of Scotland as a driving force in engineering.
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Volunteers sought for major health study
Volunteers are being sought in the Banff and Buchan area to help with a major study which ultimately aims to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease.
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Fundraisers given insight into breast cancer research
Organisers of a major fundraising event will hear tonight (Monday, November 5) about leading breast cancer research being undertaken in Aberdeen thanks to their efforts.
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Minister for Schools and Skills to address attendees at Chartered Teacher Conference
The University of Aberdeen will tomorrow (Saturday, November 3) host a conference for teachers who are interested in the Chartered Teacher Programme, about to start the programme or who are recent graduates.
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World-renowned composer to bring autumn harmony to Aberdeen
North-east audiences will have the chance to hear one of the world’s greatest composers and one of Aberdeen’s finest chamber choirs later this month as the University of Aberdeen hosts some truly musical delights.
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Medics swing into action with musical fundraiser
What do you get when you place a medical microbiologist, a heart surgeon, a psychiatrist, a neurologist and anaesthetist in the same room...?