News in May 2012
University talks with renewables industry on shaping the future today
23 May 2012 University talks with renewables industry on shaping the future today Academics at the cutting-edge of research and developments in renewable energy are discussing the benefits of partnership with industry visitors from fifty countries as the UK's largest renewables show opens in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen's Caroline Wickham-Jones: Painting a picture of Scapa Flow, 10,000 years ago
23 May 2012 Aberdeen's Caroline Wickham-Jones: Painting a picture of Scapa Flow, 10,000 years ago Caroline Wickham-Jones is nearing half way through her Leverhulme Research Fellowship to look at the drowned landscape of Orkney and her results to date have attracted some local interest.
Modern dog breeds 'genetically disconnected' from ancient ancestors
22 May 2012 Modern dog breeds 'genetically disconnected' from ancient ancestors Cross-breeding of dogs over thousands of years has made it extremely difficult to trace the ancient genetic roots of today's pets, according to a new study.
Cutting-edge sensor technology to be showcased to industry
21 May 2012 Cutting-edge sensor technology to be showcased to industry Scientists developing cutting-edge sensor technology for the subsea, renewable, marine and fishery industries will showcase their research at an event tomorrow (Tuesday May 22).
2012 Digital Economy All Hands Conference to be held in Aberdeen
18 May 2012 2012 Digital Economy All Hands Conference to be held in Aberdeen The Call for Papers and Workshops for this year's Digital Economy All Hands Conference has now been released. The conference is to be held in Aberdeen, 23rd - 25th October.Former colleague remembered with launch of student prize
18 May 2012 Former colleague remembered with launch of student prize The University's School of Engineering has launched a new student prize in memory of a dearly-loved former colleague.
Wasted milk is a real drain on our resources, study shows
14 May 2012 Wasted milk is a real drain on our resources, study shows Milk poured down Britain's kitchen sinks each year creates a carbon footprint equivalent to thousands of car exhaust emissions, research shows.
Is there oil in Antarctica?
14 May 2012 Is there oil in Antarctica? The prospect of finding oil in Antarctica will be discussed at a free event in Aberdeen on Wednesday (May 16).
Environmental Protection Agency releases UoA study into the use of fracking technology
11 May 2012 Environmental Protection Agency releases UoA study into the use of fracking technology The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has today (Friday May 11) published a report from a preliminary study on current knowledge about the environmental considerations and impacts of shale gas exploration and extraction, and in particular the use of hydraulic fracturing technology.
'Uncovered' basin gives new insight into impact of West Antarctica ice loss
10 May 2012 'Uncovered' basin gives new insight into impact of West Antarctica ice loss A consortium of British scientists, including a glaciologist from the University of Aberdeen, have uncovered a deep, ice-covered basin - measuring approximately the size of Wales - in a previously little explored area of West Antarctica.
Graham Stewart of Lloyd's Register appointed Honorary Visiting Professor of Engineering
09 May 2012 Graham Stewart of Lloyd's Register appointed Honorary Visiting Professor of Engineering Graham Stewart, Global Technical Director of Energy at Lloyd's Register, has been appointed as Honorary Visiting Professor of Engineering at the University of Aberdeen.
Innovative engineering technology scoops industry award
09 May 2012 Innovative engineering technology scoops industry award Innovative technology developed by engineers at the University of Aberdeen scooped a prestigious international industry accolade at a ceremony in London last week.
New research projects cement Aberdeen's position as leading institution for research on The North
04 May 2012 New research projects cement Aberdeen's position as leading institution for research on The North The University of Aberdeen is launching a new, cross-disciplinary research theme on The North which will place the institution at the forefront of research throughout the northern circumpolar regions.
Scheme offers opportunities for Brazilian students
02 May 2012 Scheme offers opportunities for Brazilian students The University of Aberdeen is participating in a Brazilian Government scholarship scheme to give students from the country the opportunity to study at institutions across the globe.
