News in September 2008
Appointment marks significant milestone for new Energy Futures Research Centre
11 September 2008 Appointment marks significant milestone for new Energy Futures Research Centre A major step forward has been taken in the creation of a new Aberdeen based research centre which will play a crucial role in solving the national energy crisis.
Unique IT degree allows students to study virtually
09 September 2008 Unique IT degree allows students to study virtually A unique postgraduate degree which allows students to develop a highly-prized professional IT qualification without leaving their home or office has been launched by the University of Aberdeen.
‘Virtual’ library launched as oil operator urges backing for University vision
02 September 2008 ‘Virtual’ library launched as oil operator urges backing for University vision The multi-million pound fundraising campaign to create the new University of Aberdeen library today received a boost from oil and gas operator Petro-Canada. The company has contributed £100,000 to the campaign, and used today's announcement to urge the wider energy industry to get behind this flagship development for the city and...
Mapping the world: experts in science and society gather in Aberdeen
01 September 2008 Mapping the world: experts in science and society gather in Aberdeen Changing coastlines, visualization in oil exploration, Canadian glaciers, Google Earth, social geographies and mapping the history of Islam will all come under the spotlight as national and international experts gather this week at the University of Aberdeen.
