News Archive

November 2011

Novel synthetic bone graft in running for national innovation award Novel synthetic bone graft in running for national innovation award 30 November 2011 A new and exciting synthetic bone graft to repair bone defects and trauma could take a valuable step... More
European recognition for Highlands and Islands project to empower older people European recognition for Highlands and Islands project to empower older people 29 November 2011 A project led by the Centre for Rural Health, a research unit involving the University of Aberdeen... More
Aberdeen academic argues against increased speed limit Aberdeen academic argues against increased speed limit 29 November 2011 Government proposals to raise motorway speed limits would please a vocal minority of just one in... More
Students and staff pay tribute to former Rector Students and staff pay tribute to former Rector 28 November 2011 Students and staff at the University have paid tribute to Stephen Robertson, their former Rector who... More
Links strengthened between Cambridge scientist and Aberdeen 25 November 2011 Leading genetic engineer Dr John McCafferty visited the University of Aberdeen to give a seminar on... More
Upland science makes an “X factor” impact at Gateshead Upland science makes an “X factor” impact at Gateshead 23 November 2011 Scientists from Aberdeen, Leeds, Durham, Sheffield and Sussex universities showed that they have got... More
Sound of success for album by Aberdeen composer Sound of success for album by Aberdeen composer 23 November 2011 The new album by University of Aberdeen composer Paul Mealor has shot straight to the top of the... More
First exhibition in University’s new Gallery showcases the Jacobite story First exhibition in University’s new Gallery showcases the Jacobite story 23 November 2011 The first exhibition at the University of Aberdeen’s striking new library will give visitors an... More
Broad spectrum of national and local figures awarded honorary degrees Broad spectrum of national and local figures awarded honorary degrees 21 November 2011 A religious leader, opera singer, pharmaceutical entrepreneur, renowned scholar and charity champion... More
Aberdeen scientists developing breast cancer treatment test Aberdeen scientists developing breast cancer treatment test 21 November 2011 Scientists at the University of Aberdeen are working towards finding quick and painless ways to... More
Businesswomen unite to raise funds for Aberdeen Cardiovascular Research Centre Businesswomen unite to raise funds for Aberdeen Cardiovascular Research Centre 17 November 2011 Research into heart disease in the Granite City will be given a boost today (Thursday November 17)... More
Talking therapy over the phone improves symptoms of chronic widespread pain Talking therapy over the phone improves symptoms of chronic widespread pain 16 November 2011 Talking therapy provided over the phone can have a positive impact on people suffering from chronic... More
Students showcase research to energy industry Students showcase research to energy industry 16 November 2011 The University of Aberdeen and Robert Gordon University joined forces on Thursday 17 November for an... More
Archaeologists uncover Pictish seat of power in tiny Scottish village Archaeologists uncover Pictish seat of power in tiny Scottish village 16 November 2011 An excavation has revealed a fortified early medieval settlement and unearthed significant artefacts... More
New creatures from the deep identified by Aberdeen scientists New creatures from the deep identified by Aberdeen scientists 15 November 2011 Strange deep sea creatures discovered by Aberdeen researchers have been confirmed as three new... More
Pilot scheme opens the eyes of school pupils to the life of a law student Pilot scheme opens the eyes of school pupils to the life of a law student 14 November 2011 Local sixth year school pupils have been given the opportunity to study private law at the... More
Military wives to perform work of an Aberdeen composer for The Queen Military wives to perform work of an Aberdeen composer for The Queen 11 November 2011 Military wives will join in voice on Saturday (November 12) to perform a piece written by an... More
Law alumni gather to support new students Law alumni gather to support new students 11 November 2011 Former students of the University of Aberdeen’s School of Law will return to their alma mater... More
North east contributions to Great War outlined at Remembrance Day event North east contributions to Great War outlined at Remembrance Day event 11 November 2011 Three Aberdeen surgeons will give an insight into the challenges faced by the nation, the soldiers... More
University signs agreement with India’s specialist energy university University signs agreement with India’s specialist energy university 11 November 2011 A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 9 November in Delhi brings together an academic... More
New Rector for the University New Rector for the University 10 November 2011 Well-known businessman Maitland Mackie has been announced tonight as the new Rector of the... More
Physicists shed new light on supernova mystery Physicists shed new light on supernova mystery 09 November 2011 Physicists from the University of Aberdeen have contributed to a new theory on the mysterious... More
Aberdeen welcomes Cameroonian Olympic official Aberdeen welcomes Cameroonian Olympic official 09 November 2011 The Chef de Mission of the National Olympic Committee of Cameroon arrived in Aberdeen this week for... More
Spanish composer takes 2011 Aberdeen Music Prize Spanish composer takes 2011 Aberdeen Music Prize 07 November 2011 The 2011 winner of a prestigious music prize which attracts up-and-coming- composers from across the... More
Study of common health conditions under the spotlight Study of common health conditions under the spotlight 07 November 2011 How researchers study common medical complaints such as chronic pain, arthritis and back pain will... More
Great museum treasures at the click of a button Great museum treasures at the click of a button 07 November 2011 A £250,000 project to ‘unlock’ the secrets of some of Scotland’s greatest museum treasures... More
Candidates unveiled for Rector elections Candidates unveiled for Rector elections 07 November 2011 A student, lawyer, music photographer and reviewer, charity founder and two businessmen are... More
Granite City alive with sound of music for fourth Aberdeen Music Prize Granite City alive with sound of music for fourth Aberdeen Music Prize 04 November 2011 The fourth Aberdeen Music Prize takes place this weekend (November 4-6) with a packed programme of... More
Do we control technology or does technology control us? Do we control technology or does technology control us? 03 November 2011 Advances in technology are often relied upon to address global challenges, from world hunger to... More
Postgraduate prospects highlighted at Open Day Postgraduate prospects highlighted at Open Day 03 November 2011 Hundreds of prospective postgraduate students are expected to descend on the University of Aberdeen... More
Business student scoops £1,000 dissertation prize Business student scoops £1,000 dissertation prize 01 November 2011 A University of Aberdeen Business School student has scooped a top prize and £1,000 for her... More
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