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Scottish folk singer Iona Fyfe elected as University Rector
Iona Fyfe has been elected by students as Rector of the University of Aberdeen.
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School uniforms under spotlight at Aberdeen symposium
The impact school uniforms and dress codes have on young people around the world was the focus of a new international conference taking place in Aberdeen yesterday (Wednesday 20 November).
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'Concerning rise' in number of middle-aged adults dying in the UK not a 'pandemic hangover'
The rise in excess deaths reported since the end of the pandemic is not the result of a 'pandemic hangover' but instead part of a longer-term trend, according to new research from the University of Aberdeen.
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Chris van Tulleken's Christmas lecture recordings to be live-streamed at the Rowett
Science enthusiasts are being offered the chance to join an exciting behind-the-scenes recording of one of the UK's most enduring festive television treats.
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Aberdeenshire artist to lead mass colouring event inspired by 400-year-old atlas
A mass colouring in event led by bestselling illustrator, author and pioneer of the adult colouring book trend, Johanna Basford, will take place at the University of Aberdeen.
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Study of Scotland's last plague reveals humanity in face of 'black death'
A new study led by the University of Aberdeen has provided greater understanding of Scotland's final deadly brush with the plague.
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Faster flowing glaciers could help predict nearby volcanic activity
Glaciers that are within three miles of a volcano move nearly 50% quicker than average, a new study has found which could help create early warning of future eruptions.
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Performance on Scotland's oldest cello will deliver the right note following restoration
The oldest surviving Scottish cello, which once belonged to a fierce opponent of the slave trade, will be brought back to life in a special performance at the University of Aberdeen.
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Aberdeen medics to be welcomed in Singapore
Medical degrees gained at the University of Aberdeen are to be recognised by the Singapore Medical Council (SMC).
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Land-use policy rethink vital to hit net zero
A fundamental shift in land-use subsidies would give taxpayers better value for money and improve the UK's chances of meeting its environmental targets.
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Henry Dimbleby makes plea for food system reform in 2024 Andrew Carnegie Lecture
Leading food campaigner Henry Dimbleby has used a prestigious University of Aberdeen event to call on the Scottish and UK governments to implement food reform plans - or risk presiding over a "sick and impoverished nation".
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New report sets out a route to transform environmental consenting in UK offshore wind
A report published this week by the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult lays out a new approach to environmental monitoring and consenting within the UK offshore wind sector.