News Archive

May 2011

Aberdeen academics recognised for achievements and excellence 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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? 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 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 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’ 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 £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 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? 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
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