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University moves to appoint Chair
The University of Aberdeen's Department of Celtic is seeking to appoint a Professor and a Lecturer, including a Chair, to mark 2004 as a year of enhanced commitment to a modern Department of Celtic.The University of Aberdeen's commitment to advancing teaching and research in Celtic, and Scots Gaelic in particular,...
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Oilthigh a' toirt taic do chànan is dualchas nan Gaidheal
Tha Roinn na Ceiltis aig Oilthigh Obar Dheathain an dùil dithis luchd-obrach ùr a chur an dreuchd, a' gabhail a-steach Neach-Cathrach, airson comharrachadh 2004 mar bhliadhna de dhealasachd airson Roinn Ceilteach an latha an-diugh.Bidh am prìomhachas a tha Oilthigh Obar Dheathain a' toirt do rannsachadh agus teagasg aig àrd-ìre ann...
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Walk the walk
A new project on walking has been launched this week at the University of Aberdeen. Over the next two years, researchers in the Department of Anthropology will be working - and walking - with people in and around Aberdeen to find out how and why they walk, and what could...
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University of Aberdeen and NHS Grampian in partnership with the Aberdeen Childcare Partnership
University of Aberdeen and NHS Grampian in partnership with the Aberdeen Childcare PartnershipOver 120 delegates and speakers from across a wide range of organisations will attend a major conference being held in Aberdeen later this week. The fully subscribed one-day conference, Emotional wellbeing in the early years, is aimed at...
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Think you know about teaching, think again!
Think you know about teaching, think again!No two children are the same. No two days are the same. Teaching is like no other job. The University of Aberdeen is encouraging anyone with an interest in a career that genuinely makes a difference to attend an Information Evening next week (Monday,...
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University of Aberdeen to host Scholars' Reception
Each year, critical support is gifted to the University of Aberdeen's Development Trust to provide scholarships and bursaries for its students. To mark the generosity of donors and the importance of scholarships provided to students, the University will host its second annual Scholars' Reception on Thursday 26 February.The event will...
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Drum roll, please … Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers beat a path to Aberdeen
Drum roll, please …Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers beat a path to AberdeenThis month the University of Aberdeen will play host to the thundering rhythms of the Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers who will shake the foundations of Mitchell Hall, Marischal College on Thursday 26 February with a workshop at 2:30pm (admission free) and...
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Scientists discover what makes the body's seasonal clock tick
Medical Research Council (MRC) scientists in Scotland have discovered what makes the body's seasonal clock, which affects mood, appetite and energy levels, tick. The finding, published in Current Biology, will help scientists understand how the onset of winter's long evenings drives people to put on weight and become SAD*.By studying...
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I'm a parent … get me out of here!
Parents' survival guide to UniversityThe University of Aberdeen recognises that going to University is a life changing experience and can be daunting not only for students but also for parents. The University is set to host a series of six parents' information evenings throughout Scotland beginning in Edinburgh on February...
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Romancing the African Cup Of Nations
Never mind Valentine's Day, for many football fans Saturday February 14 is significant for the love of football, with the final of the African Cup of Nations in Tunisia. This year there has been more media coverage of the cup than ever before (including live games on BBC2, BBC3 and...
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Brian Irvine kicks off Sports Ball
Brian Irvine kicks off Sports BallAberdeen Football Club legend Brian Irvine will attend the annual Sports Union ball to be held tomorrow evening (Thursday, 12 February) at Ardoe House Hotel. The Sports Union ball is one of the most eagerly anticipated events in the university calendar and this year will...
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University's 'green' initiatives under the spotlight
From planting a wildlife meadow and rolling out recycling programmes to cutting emissions and developing 'green' travel plans, the University of Aberdeen's pioneering work in sustainability and higher education will be under the spotlight at a major conference in London tomorrow (Wed 11th).Principal C Duncan Rice will join fellow principals...
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Founders' Day Service
Founders' Day ServiceDignitaries representing the local community, the city council, current academics, students and graduates of the university will join the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland for the special service at St Machar Cathedral. Principal C Duncan Rice, will take part in the Act of...
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Aberdeen University fosters biology links with schools
Aberdeen University fosters biology links with schoolsBudding biologists at two North-east schools are celebrating after being awarded a total of £4,500 in grants.Two of the University's postgraduates from the School of Medical Sciences have successfully obtained grants with schools in the region from the Royal Society Partnership Grants Scheme for...