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Oil industry research sheds light on where life exists on Earth and beyond
17 May 2013 Oil industry research sheds light on where life exists on Earth and beyond The North Sea oil and gas industry's pursuit of new oil reserves has contributed to a greater understanding of where life exists on Earth and may even help us look for life on other planets.
University academic honoured by leading Polish institution
14 May 2013 University academic honoured by leading Polish institution Professor Marian Wiercigroch FRSE has been awarded the degree of Doctor Honoris Causa by Lodz University of Technology (LUT) in Poland, joining an elite group of leading scientists and political dignitaries who have been honoured by the Polish university.
The Oil & Gas Academy of Scotland to receive funding boost
10 May 2013 The Oil & Gas Academy of Scotland to receive funding boost The Oil & Gas Academy of Scotland (OGAS) - in which the University of Aberdeen is a partner - was today (10 May 2013) given a cash boost by First Minister Alex Salmond to improve oil and gas training facilities and develop other energy sector skills courses
University announces new Halliburton scholarships for African students
04 March 2013 University announces new Halliburton scholarships for African students A new scholarship scheme launched by one of the biggest energy services companies in the world will enable students from sub-Saharan Africa to gain all the benefits of postgraduate education at the heart of the mature North Sea industry.
University of Aberdeen retains prestigious badge of excellence for researcher development
19 February 2013 University of Aberdeen retains prestigious badge of excellence for researcher development The University of Aberdeen has successfully retained a nationally recognised award for excellence in supporting researcher career development. The HR Excellence in Research badge is awarded by the European Commission in association with Vitae - the UK's overarching body for researcher development.
Science but not as we know it - University unveils exciting March events
19 February 2013 Science but not as we know it - University unveils exciting March events From busking scientists to topical debates about why our trees are dying - the National Science & Engineering Week 2013 programme launched today boasting something for everyone.
Engineering lecturer awarded a 2012 ExxonMobil Excellence in Teaching Award
31 January 2013 Engineering lecturer awarded a 2012 ExxonMobil Excellence in Teaching Award The School of Engineering is delighted to announce that Dr Johannes Kiefer, Senior Lecturer in Chemical Engineering has been awarded a 2012 ExxonMobil Excellence in Teaching Award.
Academic excellence rewarded with University of Aberdeen Merit Scholarship
16 January 2013 Academic excellence rewarded with University of Aberdeen Merit Scholarship Students from North America who take up studies at the University of Aberdeen will have the opportunity to benefit from a scholarship programme which offers a fee discount for the final year of most undergraduate degree courses.
John Nelson appointed UTSG Chair
09 January 2013 John Nelson appointed UTSG Chair Professor John Nelson will begin a three year term as chairman of the Universities' Transport Study Group (UTSG) which promotes transport teaching and studies across universities in the UK and Ireland.Olympic Torch Inspires Career U-Turn for Sprinter Demi
08 January 2013 Olympic Torch Inspires Career U-Turn for Sprinter Demi Inspired by the sight of the Olympic torch passing through Aberdeen's Castlegate last summer, local student Demi Ademuyewo decided to put her planned engineering career on hold and focus on her dream of becoming a professional sprinter.
