University Home
Contact
Maps
Vacancies
Library
Online Payment
Student Association
A-Z
Staff
Students
Begin search
Enter search term here
About Us
Undergraduate
Study
Postgraduate
Study
International
Students
Research
Business
Alumni and
Giving
News, Events
and Media
Virtual
Aberdeen
News, Events and Media
in this section
News
Archive
Media Coverage
Events
Press Office
Public Affairs
Facts about the University
Graduations
British Science Festival
University Publications
For Staff
News Archive
Home
›
News, Events and Media
›
News
› News Archive
May 2011
Aberdeen academics recognised for achievements and excellence
31 May 2011
Six researchers at the University of Aberdeen have been recognised for their work in the fields of...
More
Life of renowned marine scientist explored in a new book by an Aberdeenshire author
31 May 2011
The life of a renowned biologist - a former Professor at the University of Aberdeen with a lifelong...
More
Aberdeen students receive BP Student Tutoring Awards
30 May 2011
Students from the University of Aberdeen, Robert Gordon University, and Aberdeen College have...
More
Last chance to see ‘100 curiosities’ at King’s Museum
27 May 2011
The first ever exhibition at the new King’s Museum in Old Aberdeen, ‘100 curiosities’, is...
More
Impact revealed of having child with clubfoot
27 May 2011
Parents of children born with clubfoot share many of the negative feelings and perceptions...
More
University welcomes funding to lead Industry Innovation Network for Food and Drink
27 May 2011
The University of Aberdeen has welcomed the award of up to £2.64m over five years from the Scottish...
More
Major fundraising campaign launched to raise £2.5M for Scotland's first robotic surgical equipment
26 May 2011
A major campaign is being launched today (Thursday) to raise £2.5million for Scotland’s first...
More
Teaching Scotland’s Future discussed at Aberdeen education summit
26 May 2011
The University of Aberdeen’s School of Education will join forces with representatives from nine...
More
Call for new examination of the Battle of Harlaw as 600th anniversary approaches
25 May 2011
The Battle of Harlaw was one of the most significant in Scotland’s history but little is known...
More
Aberdeen hosts first Scottish roadshow to highlight the important role played by social sciences
23 May 2011
The University of Aberdeen will host a Scottish roadshow to highlight the strategic contribution...
More
First Henley-Aberdeen Lecture focuses on modern leadership
20 May 2011
The first event celebrating the partnership between Henley Business School and the University of...
More
Aberdeen alumnus appointed Scotland’s top law officer
20 May 2011
A University of Aberdeen graduate is to become Scotland’s most senior law officer....
More
Runners raise £6000 for charity
20 May 2011
Runners raising money for a local cancer charity have dedicated their donation to an Aberdeen...
More
Scottish data highlights dangerous practice in paediatric paracetamol prescribing
19 May 2011
Many of the prescriptions issued by GPs for paracetamol either give less than recommended doses to...
More
Energy event looks at challenges of predicting future climate
18 May 2011
How might our climate and weather change as we go through the 21st century? And how confident can we...
More
Winner of the 2011 Toulmin Prize announced
16 May 2011
A retired teacher from Kintore has taken a major step forward in forging a new literary career after...
More
Did Scotland get it right with free eye care?
16 May 2011
University of Aberdeen researchers are to examine the success of offering eye care services free in...
More
Record breaking ticket sales for 11th Word Festival
15 May 2011
The 11th Word festival draws to a close with Stephen Robertson, one third of the of the Doric comedy...
More
Winning wordsmiths to see work published
15 May 2011
The winners of a prestigious writing competition, who will now share their work with readers across...
More
Aberdeen’s own ‘Night at the Museum III’
13 May 2011
Word festival-goers will have an opportunity to explore Aberdeen’s newest museum as it throws open...
More
Literary fans flock to Aberdeen as 11th Word Festival gets underway
13 May 2011
The 11th Word Festival will get underway at the University of Aberdeen today (Friday May 13) with...
More
Scientists suggest independent monitoring of deep-sea hydrocarbon industry
12 May 2011
Writing in the scientific journal Nature, scientists have called for increased discussion of...
More
New initiative begins to remove mink in north Scotland
12 May 2011
The largest ever initiative to remove breeding American mink from north Scotland is now underway, it...
More
Winner of the 2011 Grampian Children’s Book Awards to be revealed at Word
11 May 2011
The winner of a children’s book award voted for by S1-3 pupils from across the north-east will be...
More
New Au Science Magazine hits the streets
11 May 2011
A new student-run science-themed magazine, Au Science Magazine, is launched this week. ...
More
North-east schoolchildren descend on Word Festival
10 May 2011
Schoolchildren from Aberdeen city, shire and Moray will descend on the University of Aberdeen today...
More
Aberdeen professor outlines pioneering education research at the White House
10 May 2011
A University of Aberdeen professor will give a presentation in the White House today (Tuesday May...
More
Medicines and you: a bitter-sweet mixture
09 May 2011
More medicines than ever can be bought without prescription, but do the benefits outweigh the harm?...
More
University of Aberdeen student film to be shown at Cineworld Union Square
09 May 2011
A new film created by students at the University of Aberdeen and inspired by iconic images taken by...
More
£900K software donation gives students a head-start for careers in the oil and gas industry
09 May 2011
A donation worth more than £900k from engineering firm Petroleum Experts is allowing students at...
More
Royal wedding composer turns his attention to international music prize
06 May 2011
An international Music Prize organised by a composer who saw his own work performed at the wedding...
More
Good to be thin?
06 May 2011
Why it can be so difficult to maintain a healthy weight in today’s society will come under...
More
Olympic champion to officially open new Academy to nurture north-east’s sporting stars of the future
05 May 2011
A Scottish Olympic champion will inspire the next generation of north-east athletic talent when he...
More
Industrial safety expert visits University
05 May 2011
This year’s Plexus Industrial Safety Lecture at the University of Aberdeen will explore how...
More
Scientists to hold awareness day to highlight plight of North Sea fish
05 May 2011
The perils facing the fish whose home is around Scotland’s coast and waterways will be the theme...
More
Latest research into arthritis discussed
04 May 2011
Inflammatory arthritis affects the quality of life of many sufferers of all ages. The conditions,...
More
Asthma pill more user-friendly than inhalers – and no less effective
04 May 2011
A rarely prescribed asthma drug is easier to use and just as effective as conventional treatment...
More
Last King of Scotland director in frame for Director’s Cut
03 May 2011
Last King of Scotland director Kevin Macdonald will join the Director’s Cut cast when he appears...
More
2013
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2012
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2011
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2010
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2009
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec