News Archive

May 2013

Carbs and protein for weight control Carbs and protein for weight control 23 May 2013 Balancing protein and carbohydrate in our diet for weight control will be discussed tomorrow... More
University donates books to local secondary schools University donates books to local secondary schools 23 May 2013 Following a host of successful Word events at the recent May Festival, and the launch of the popular... More
New university partnership to support industry and government on offshore wind New university partnership to support industry and government on offshore wind 22 May 2013 Three of Scotland’s east coast universities are combining their expertise and experience – and... More
Chelsea Gold for Deep Sea scientists and flower arrangers’ flower show display Chelsea Gold for Deep Sea scientists and flower arrangers’ flower show display 21 May 2013 An unusual collaboration between marine chemists at the University of Aberdeen and the Scottish... More
Aberdeen graduate first on new company scheme to fill logistics gap Aberdeen graduate first on new company scheme to fill logistics gap 20 May 2013 A University of Aberdeen graduate has been given a chance to work across Europe thanks to a new... More
Penguins may have ‘happy feet’ but why don’t they fly? Penguins may have ‘happy feet’ but why don’t they fly? 20 May 2013 They are known for being a bird that can’t fly but now scientists believe they have worked out why... More
Oil industry research sheds light on where life exists on Earth and beyond Oil industry research sheds light on where life exists on Earth and beyond 17 May 2013 The North Sea oil and gas industry’s pursuit of new oil reserves has contributed to a greater... More
Public events to accompany Wanderlust exhibition at University of Aberdeen library Public events to accompany Wanderlust exhibition at University of Aberdeen library 17 May 2013 A series of public talks and events to accompany a current exhibition at the University of... More
University staff and students recognised for public engagement with research University staff and students recognised for public engagement with research 16 May 2013 Staff and students from across the University have been recognised for their significant efforts in... More
Deep Sea scientists team up with flower arrangers for Chelsea Flower Show Deep Sea scientists team up with flower arrangers for Chelsea Flower Show 16 May 2013 In an unlikely collaboration, marine chemists at the University of Aberdeen who search the sea bed... More
Moose Cree fiddler to perform at University Moose Cree fiddler to perform at University 15 May 2013 A fiddler from the Moose Cree First Nation in Canada is to perform at the University of Aberdeen as... More
University academic honoured by leading Polish institution University academic honoured by leading Polish institution 14 May 2013 Professor Marian Wiercigroch FRSE has been awarded the degree of Doctor Honoris Causa by Lodz... More
Hidden histories of Bennachie’s crofter colonists up for discussion Hidden histories of Bennachie’s crofter colonists up for discussion 14 May 2013 The hidden histories of Bennachie’s crofter colonists will be revealed at the Cafe Scientifique... More
First ever May Festival hailed a huge success First ever May Festival hailed a huge success 14 May 2013 Thousands of people descended on the University of Aberdeen at the weekend (Friday, May 10 - Sunday,... More
The challenges of an ageing population to be discussed at Café MED The challenges of an ageing population to be discussed at Café MED 13 May 2013 The challenge of an ageing population and related increased economic and social burdens will be... More
The Oil & Gas Academy of Scotland to receive funding boost The Oil & Gas Academy of Scotland to receive funding boost 10 May 2013 The Oil & Gas Academy of Scotland (OGAS) - in which the University of Aberdeen is a partner - was... More
Plants use underground networks to warn of enemy attack Plants use underground networks to warn of enemy attack 10 May 2013 Plants use underground fungal networks to warn their neighbours of aphid attack, UK scientists have... More
May Festival underway at University of Aberdeen May Festival underway at University of Aberdeen 10 May 2013 The University of Aberdeen’s May Festival kicks off this morning (Friday, May 10) with a fantastic... More
May Festival gives insight into some of the Disney∙Pixar magic May Festival gives insight into some of the Disney∙Pixar magic 09 May 2013 Film fans will get the inside track on one of the world’s most successful movie-making studios... More
‘Most powerful’ Picts’ kingdom to be explored for first time ‘Most powerful’ Picts’ kingdom to be explored for first time 09 May 2013 They were named the Picti, or ‘painted people’ by the Romans who clashed regularly with them... More
A Day of Song at the May Festival A Day of Song at the May Festival 08 May 2013 The Elphinstone Institute is hosting ‘A Day of Song’ on Saturday May 11, as part of the... More
World Whisky Day founder continues to toast success World Whisky Day founder continues to toast success 08 May 2013 Last year he was an unknown Aberdeen University student with a bright idea – this year he is 'Mr... More
Scottish author Kenneth White to discuss World Literature at May Festival Scottish author Kenneth White to discuss World Literature at May Festival 08 May 2013 Scottish writer Kenneth White will deliver a lecture and a reading of his own poetry at this... More
North east youngsters to enjoy festival fun at University of Aberdeen North east youngsters to enjoy festival fun at University of Aberdeen 07 May 2013 The University of Aberdeen is set to welcome more than 700 school pupils from across the North-east... More
Corroboration and sex crimes up for debate at May Festival Corroboration and sex crimes up for debate at May Festival 07 May 2013 Controversial proposals to change the Scots legal system which could make it easier to prosecute sex... More
Big questions centre stage as experts debate the politics of oil and gas Big questions centre stage as experts debate the politics of oil and gas 06 May 2013 What should be done with the profits of oil and gas? What should be the future of the oil and gas... More
Renowned singers to perform at University of Aberdeen May Festival Renowned singers to perform at University of Aberdeen May Festival 06 May 2013 The University of Aberdeen’s May Festival will provide a stage for two renowned singers this... More
Hidden dangers of fungi discussed at city event Hidden dangers of fungi discussed at city event 06 May 2013 Fungi are vitally important sources of food, antibiotics and a huge range of useful products, but... More
Ocean ridges not home to ‘more’ marine life Ocean ridges not home to ‘more’ marine life 03 May 2013 Undersea mountain ranges have long been thought to contain more marine life than other flat parts of... More
University of Aberdeen lecturer launching new art exhibition today University of Aberdeen lecturer launching new art exhibition today 03 May 2013 A University of Aberdeen lecturer is launching an exhibition of art work inspired by King's Chapel... More
Word returns to May Festival Word returns to May Festival 03 May 2013 Aberdeen’s newest and most diverse festival will include a special strand of events inspired by... More
Hot Topics under spotlight at May Festival Hot Topics under spotlight at May Festival 03 May 2013 Want the latest on climate change? How will we keep the lights on? What has diet to do with disease?... More
UN Special Representative speaks at University on sexual violence in conflict UN Special Representative speaks at University on sexual violence in conflict 02 May 2013 University staff, students and members of the public have the opportunity on Thursday, May 9, to... More
The May Festival to hear about new Aberdeen Gene Machine The May Festival to hear about new Aberdeen Gene Machine 02 May 2013 Aberdonians will get a chance to hear more about the latest gene scanning technology which soon will... More
Bioscience students unlock their enterprising potential with SIE Bioscience students unlock their enterprising potential with SIE 01 May 2013 The Scottish Institute for Enterprise (SIE) in partnership with the School of Medical Sciences and... More
Rights and wrongs up for debate at the May Festival Rights and wrongs up for debate at the May Festival 01 May 2013 Provocative ideas tackling some of the world’s big ethical questions will be up for discussion at... More
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