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A University of Aberdeen neuroscientist who fought in Ukraine has returned to the country - this time as part of a scheme to strengthen academic links with the UK.

New research from the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute suggests that an unhealthy diet during adolescence could have long-lasting effects on how the brain makes decisions about food - even after returning to a healthy diet.

Matthew Hamilton, an MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition student, has been appointed as the Sports Scientist to the Scottish Cerebral Palsy Football Team, and will travel to Atlanta with the team when they compete in the IFCPF Men's World Cup in October.

Professor Harry Flint receives Gowland Hopkins Award

Regular stool tests already used in NHS care, combined with dietary information, could help identify people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) at higher risk of relapse, a major study suggests.

A leading Aberdeen University food systems scientist is to steer a push to enshrine the right to food and a healthy environment in Scottish law.

Analysis of Lancet paper highlights "urgent need" for more investigation

A "robust, reliable and highly-sensitive" tool that quickly and reliably identifies rogue ingredients, even in processed and cooked foods, has been developed by University of Aberdeen scientists.

Professor Baukje de Roos makes keynote address at Marine Stewardship Council event

Marine shellfish like oysters carry out a vital role in marine ecosystems however the UK's native oyster species has suffered a drastic decline in recent years.