News Archive

October 2009

MP hears of work of chronic pain experts MP hears of work of chronic pain experts 30 October 2009 Chronic pain affects 13% of adults in the UK and about one in five report having to change their job... More
US Navy medal awarded to volunteer who helps to house University of Aberdeen students US Navy medal awarded to volunteer who helps to house University of Aberdeen students 30 October 2009 A woman who has enabled more than 80 students from the University of Aberdeen to stay in America... More
University of Aberdeen pays tribute to popular scholar and teacher University of Aberdeen pays tribute to popular scholar and teacher 30 October 2009 The University of Aberdeen will remember one of its longest serving scholars with a memorial service... More
Brave Aberdeen alumnus to share inspiring story Brave Aberdeen alumnus to share inspiring story 29 October 2009 A brave University of Aberdeen graduate who became paralysed following a rock climbing accident will... More
Irish and Scottish culture ministers to celebrate 10th anniversary of pioneering research institute Irish and Scottish culture ministers to celebrate 10th anniversary of pioneering research institute 29 October 2009 World leading scholars and the culture ministers of Ireland and Scotland will gather in Aberdeen to... More
New student helps grow garden New student helps grow garden 28 October 2009 A horticultural student is bedding into a new role - thanks to the Friends of the Cruickshank... More
Competition calls for movie making youngsters to showcase talent Competition calls for movie making youngsters to showcase talent 28 October 2009 Aspiring Spielbergs and wannabe Woody Allens are being urged to get their entries in for a unique... More
Calling Moon gazers for an evening of lunar activity Calling Moon gazers for an evening of lunar activity 27 October 2009 Budding and experienced Moon gazers alike will be urged to turn their eyes to the skies this week at... More
Aberdeen scholar uncovers new evidence which could change our understanding of the legendary Brahan Seer Aberdeen scholar uncovers new evidence which could change our understanding of the legendary Brahan Seer 27 October 2009 For centuries, Highland families have passed on the legend of the Brahan Seer – said to have... More
US Consul visits Aberdeen to strengthen collaboration US Consul visits Aberdeen to strengthen collaboration 27 October 2009 America’s new diplomat in Scotland visited the University of Aberdeen last week to learn more... More
University host delegation from Hong Kong University host delegation from Hong Kong 27 October 2009 The University of Aberdeen will host a delegation of representatives from the City University of... More
Leading figures from the big screen to visit Aberdeen Leading figures from the big screen to visit Aberdeen 26 October 2009 The University of Aberdeen’s prestigious Director’s Cut programme will return in November with... More
University computers given new lease of life in Africa University computers given new lease of life in Africa 23 October 2009 School children in Africa are benefitting from increased access to computer technology thanks to the... More
Virtual visitors expected to flock to first online Open Day Virtual visitors expected to flock to first online Open Day 23 October 2009 Prospective students from across the UK will visit the University of Aberdeen this weekend –... More
Packed programme of events to celebrate the 2009 University of Aberdeen Music Prize Packed programme of events to celebrate the 2009 University of Aberdeen Music Prize 22 October 2009 Tickets are now available for one of the North-east’s premier music events, which will see the BBC... More
Myths of the Viking or Old Norse World unravelled at the University of Aberdeen Myths of the Viking or Old Norse World unravelled at the University of Aberdeen 21 October 2009 Viking or Old Norse mythology and theory will be in the spotlight as experts from across the world... More
Aberdeen students create E. coli which can plumb a leak Aberdeen students create E. coli which can plumb a leak 19 October 2009 A group of Aberdeen students are investigating a revolutionary new technique that could see E. coli... More
University recognises ‘STARs’ at special awards ceremony University recognises ‘STARs’ at special awards ceremony 19 October 2009 Students who make a contribution to University life beyond their academic achievements were... More
Aberdeen University graduate presented with medal by Princess Anne Aberdeen University graduate presented with medal by Princess Anne 19 October 2009 Aberdeen's Robin Parker was presented with the RSGS University Medal for the University of Aberdeen... More
Professor receives lifetime achievement award Professor receives lifetime achievement award 19 October 2009 A University of Aberdeen professor - whose research has helped shape Scottish stop smoking policies... More
Volunteers wanted for fruit and vegetable study Volunteers wanted for fruit and vegetable study 14 October 2009 Aberdeen scientists are seeking healthy volunteers for a new study into how fruit and vegetables... More
University launches Concordat University launches Concordat 13 October 2009 A new Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers is launched by the University of... More
Aberdeen academic awarded for work in palaeontology Aberdeen academic awarded for work in palaeontology 13 October 2009 An Aberdeen academic has received a prestigious accolade for his work in palaeontology.... More
Kids find out about animals who adapt Kids find out about animals who adapt 12 October 2009 Kids can go back to school armed with plenty of animal knowledge thanks to a University of Aberdeen... More
Diet myths to be explored in free talk Diet myths to be explored in free talk 09 October 2009 Common myths surrounding weight loss will be debunked by a leading nutritionist at a free event in... More
Dramatic rise in world rankings for University of Aberdeen Dramatic rise in world rankings for University of Aberdeen 08 October 2009 The University of Aberdeen has climbed 24 places positioning it in the top 0.5% of universities in... More
Friendly bacteria could lead to new drugs for inflammatory diseases Friendly bacteria could lead to new drugs for inflammatory diseases 08 October 2009 Pioneering research using ‘friendly’ bacteria to develop new drugs for inflammatory bowel... More
Arsenic in rice : a recipe for nutrient loss Arsenic in rice : a recipe for nutrient loss 07 October 2009 Uptake of arsenic by rice plants could be stifling crucial micronutrients such as selenium in rice... More
University of Aberdeen to share experience of curriculum reform in Australia University of Aberdeen to share experience of curriculum reform in Australia 06 October 2009 Aberdeen will share its experience of being the first university in Britain to undertake and... More
North East women encouraged to contribute to midlife research North East women encouraged to contribute to midlife research 06 October 2009 Aberdeen scientists are encouraging women in the North East of Scotland to contribute to a survey on... More
Academics to share European workcare findings Academics to share European workcare findings 05 October 2009 Paternity leave for fathers and the provision of care for young children will be amongst topics... More
New exhibition dedicated to King’s College opens its doors New exhibition dedicated to King’s College opens its doors 05 October 2009 An exhibition dedicated to one of Old Aberdeen’s most famous landmarks is now open.... More
US Embassy counsellor visits University US Embassy counsellor visits University 05 October 2009 U.S. Embassy Environment and Science Counsellor Jock Whittlesey visited the University of Aberdeen... More
£1.8 million Institute of Mathematics launched by University of Aberdeen £1.8 million Institute of Mathematics launched by University of Aberdeen 02 October 2009 A new £1.8million Institute of Mathematics was launched by the University of Aberdeen today (Friday... More
Work begins at Rural Digital Economy Research Hub Work begins at Rural Digital Economy Research Hub 02 October 2009 The research which will conducted by the University of Aberdeen’s RCUK Rural Digital Economy... More
Potential for drugs to treat age-related disease Potential for drugs to treat age-related disease 01 October 2009 Scientists have managed to extend the lifespan of mice by up to a fifth and reduce the number of... More
Day of celebration to mark 500 years of King’s College Chapel Day of celebration to mark 500 years of King’s College Chapel 01 October 2009 The University of Aberdeen’s King’s College Chapel will celebrate its quincentenary with a... More
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