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University of Aberdeen part of £2.5 million net zero project
A new project involving researchers from the University of Aberdeen has been awarded more than £2.5 million for research that will make a significant contribution to the national strategy for reaching net zero by 2050.
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Motorbike crash nearly cost me everything
An Aberdeen student has rebuilt her leg, her life and managed to complete her degree after a horror motorbike crash very nearly killed her just 18 months ago.
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Ana's determination sees her graduate with dream PhD
Ana Rozman chose to complete her PhD with the University of Aberdeen's School of Psychology thanks to the exciting opportunities available to her and the fascinating research being done by the team.
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Fishy fossil find points to possible polar bear ancestry for Scottish bears
New analysis of ancient bones and fossils found in a Highland cave has revealed them to be 'fishier than the average bear' and could even suggest polar bears once roamed Scotland.
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Women in Scotland do not receive equal treatment to men following a heart attack
Following a heart attack, women did not receive the same care as men according to new research from the University of Aberdeen.
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Theo raring to go in new job with University of Aberdeen after Master's graduation
After completing his undergraduate studies and now his Master's degree at the University of Aberdeen, Theo Williamson is excited to leave student life behind - and join the University as a staff member.
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Geophysics programme at Aberdeen turns 10
Staff and students from the School of Geosciences enjoyed celebrating the 10th anniversary of the MSc Geophysics programme this week.
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Aberdeen challenging the high-profile Russell Group of universities according to new analysis
New analysis of five years of university performance has placed the University of Aberdeen among the institutions challenging the Russell Group on rankings, graduate pay growth and application rates.
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Aberdeen part of consortium awarded £5M for interdisciplinary project
New doctoral students at the University of Aberdeen are set to be supported through a Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) Award as part of a new scheme of awards announced by UK Innovation and Research.
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University of Aberdeen awarded £9M for PhD research and training programme
The UK Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) have made a combined £9M investment in a PhD research and training programme led by the University of Aberdeen to prepare the next generation of environmental scientists to tackle global environmental grand challenges such as...
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Flexible learning secures Faiza her MBA
Studying for her MBA Global online gave Faiza Aziz Qureshi the opportunity to immerse herself in University life, while maintaining a flexible schedule and studying on her own terms.
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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.