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In this public lecture, eminent historian Jonathan Steinberg draws from his New York Times bestselling 'Bismarck:A Life' to offer a fresh look at the malign genius who 'made' modern Germany and who brilliantly exploited international relations to the advantage of the country that he served.

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Scotland's Gardens Scheme - Gardens Open for Charity. Join us for a tour of the Cruickshank Botanical Gardens by Head Gardener and Curator of the gardens.

We often figure out other people's beliefs, hopes and feelings by interpreting their behaviour, but when it comes to our own, we just know. What explains the differences between knowing our own mental lives and the mental lives of others?

The highly anticipated Night at the Museum is back with a bang for 2012! The University of Aberdeen's King's Museum and Zoology Museum will once again host a special evening event packed full of exciting activities, crafts, quizzes and much more.

Is there oil in Antartica? Extravagant claims have been made by governments and journalists for billions of barrels but without any evidence.

Many planets and moons, including Mars and Jupiter’s moon Europa, have dry, cold, sterile surfaces but warm, wet interiors where life could thrive. But how can we ever find it?

As part of Aberdeen's Granite Festival, Dr Malcolm Hole from the University of Aberdeen will give a lecture on Minerals to Monuments discussing the origin of Granite.

Ever wonder why routine health checks are becoming more lengthy? Come and discuss how physicists and ophthalmologists are collaborating to help detect eye problems at these crucial early stages.

Take a snapshot or make a photograph? The art of photography is more than just pointing and shooting, it's a decision making process. Photographer Alicia Bruce reflects on the Set in Silver exhibition, whilst drawing parallels with her own practice.