News in February 2005

Campus opens doors to science students of tomorrow

Some of the next generation of science students will converge this week on Old Aberdeen.

Traditional beliefs versus modern thinking

The University of Aberdeen is to host a series of distinguished lectures that has gained a reputation as one of the world’s foremost intellectual events in philosophy and religion.

North East pupils make light work of physics

The University of Aberdeen will next week host four laboratory days for students of Advanced Higher Physics as part of an initiative designed to help sixth year secondary school pupils with their studies.

Byrd Song brings the sounds of the past alive in the present

A critically acclaimed musical vocal group, which has earned a reputation as one of the most expressive and entertaining ensembles in the world, will perform at the University of Aberdeen this Sunday (February 27).

Students flock to Granite City for University Applicant Day

The distinctive qualities that make the Granite City an attractive place to study will be showcased next month when the University of Aberdeen hosts its fifth annual MA Applicant Day.

Three Organs - Two Traditions

The world-renowned Royal College of Organists (RCO) will make a rare trip north this weekend to take part in a series of events to mark the arrival of two ancient organs at the University of Aberdeen.

Asthma upward trend over?

Results from the latest in a series of studies into asthma and allergies - which first began four decades ago - suggest that childhood asthma in Aberdeen may have stabilised for the first time.

Youngsters have fun with maths

This week will see school pupils from all over the city of Aberdeen compete in a variety of mathematical challenges being hosted by the University of Aberdeen.

Renowned philosopher and literary theorist joins University of Aberdeen

One of the leading figures in the field of Comparative Literature in the United States has made the transatlantic journey from New York to Scotland to join the University of Aberdeen's School of Language and Literature.

New website to help cope with miscarriage

Researchers in Aberdeen have collaborated on the design and development of an innovative website which offers emotional support, clinical information and advice to women and their partners who have suffered miscarriage.Miscarriage can be a traumatic event for both women and their partners as revealed by findings from a recent University...

Global renewable energy congress hailed huge success as it draws to a close

This has been a very special week for Aberdeen - a chance for the city to well and truly make its mark and position itself as one of the great energy capitals of the world - and it has certainly seen a tremendous gathering of those involved with all...

Putting accessibility policy into practice

The Department of Geography and Environment in the School of GeoSciences at the University of Aberdeen is pleased to be hosting its first conference on accessibility policy tomorrow (April 28).

Putting accessibility policy into practice

The Department of Geography and Environment in the School of GeoSciences at the University of Aberdeen is pleased to be hosting its first conference on accessibility policy tomorrow (April 28).

Life beyond Earth?

Fascinating facts about comets and asteroids and whether life exists on other planets will be discussed next week at the University of Aberdeen.

Gamelan concert welcomes leading Japanese musician

The University of Aberdeen is offering a unique opportunity for music lovers to experience the sounds of another culture when Japan’s leading percussion player takes to the stage in a special concert this weekend.

Leading philosopher to talk on the meaning of learning and life

One of Scotland’s leading thinkers on learning and life will deliver a lecture on moral and spiritual fulfilment at the University of Aberdeen tonight.

Applicant figures continue to rise at Aberdeen

Applications for undergraduate students at the University of Aberdeen have risen by 5.3% with over 12,000 applications received for 2005 entry – the highest number ever recorded at this stage of the recruitment process.

Mums-to-be attracted to healthy faces

Scientists at the University of St Andrews and the University of Aberdeen have discovered that pregnant women are attracted to healthier looking faces - demonstrating an internal mechanism to avoid maternal illness.

Academics gather for arsenic book launch

Scientists from across the University of Aberdeen are gathering at a city bookshop tomorrow night for the launch of a book detailing an ongoing environmental health disaster.

Students host Destinations 2005

A one-day conference covering expeditions and fieldwork is taking place in Aberdeen tomorrow. For the first time, the University of Aberdeen is hosting Destinations 2005 on Wednesday, February 16, and the event is open to everyone.

Teachers to experiment!

The University of Aberdeen will tomorrow (Tuesday, 15 February) be hosting a professional development day for Physics teachers from across the North-east.The one-day course will focus on practical experiments relating to Optics in the Advanced Higher Physics syllabus, and will be used as the basis for similar days that are...

500 years of maths marked with new degree at University of Aberdeen

Five hundred years ago, the University of Aberdeen began teaching Mathematics, and to celebrate this milestone which is reached this year, the Departments of Mathematics and Engineering are introducing a new Honours degree.The new Mathematics and Engineering Mathematics degree will target professional mathematicians in industry, business and applied research.Professor John...

University of Aberdeen receives £1.7M EPSRC Collaborative Training Grant

The University of Aberdeen is to benefit from a major funding award which will be used to develop new technology programmes to attract science and engineering students and build links with potential employers.The £1.7 million award from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), to be provided via a...

Major cancer research boost from Friends of ANCHOR

Research into a form of cancer which is more prevalent in the North-east of Scotland than anywhere else in Britain has had a major funding boost.

Scores the limit as ‘classical’ idol attracts hundreds of global entries

Over 300 aspiring composers from all over the world have entered the University of Aberdeen Music Prize – the only event of its kind dedicated to finding the composers of the future.

New focus for planning teaching and research at the University of Aberdeen

The University of Aberdeen’s planning research portfolio will be boosted with the announcement that the institution will be making three new appointments.

New book tells the tales of Scotland’s classrooms over the years

The University of Aberdeen’s Elphinstone Institute has joined forces with a group of esteemed Scottish authors to launch a new publication that explores the changes and enduring worth of the North-East schooling system over the past century.

University showcased to potential science students

Plans are well underway for a major event showcasing the wide range of facilities at the University of Aberdeen to the next generation of science students.

Student groups unite for University’s multi-cultural event

A host of different cultures from around the world will join together at King’s College today (Tuesday, February 8) in an event that aims to promote cultural awareness at the University of Aberdeen.

New website tells the human story of oil and gas workers

A long-running project that has documented the personal stories of the North Sea oil and gas industry has launched a website in the run up to the project’s completion in May 2005.

Top musician unveils rare organs in Aberdeen

One of the UK’s foremost musical figures officially unveiled two distinctive 16th century English organs at a special opening ceremony at the University of Aberdeen on Saturday (February 5).

Sexual behaviour study of Nepalese trekking guides

Researchers in Aberdeen have begun a study into the sexual behaviour of trekking guides in one of the world’s fastest growing adventure destinations.

University to raise funds for Tsunami Earthquake Appeal

University Symphony Orchestra concert welcomes talented local musicians

Two talented Aberdonian musicians will perform at the University of Aberdeen’s acclaimed Symphony Orchestra Concert, which will be held on Monday, March 7.

University Symphony Orchestra concert welcomes talented local musicians

Two talented Aberdonian musicians will perform at the University of Aberdeen’s acclaimed Symphony Orchestra Concert, which will be held on Monday, March 7.

North-East musician steps into academic role to research future of Scottish traditional music

One of Scotland’s most notable musical figures has been awarded an academic position at the University of Aberdeen to carry out a three-year research project into the future of traditional Scottish music in modern society.One of Scotland’s most notable musical figures has been awarded an academic position at the University...

The Great Debate: Is Scotland a sectarian society?

Two of Scotland’s leading thinkers on the controversial issue of sectarianism will join together for what promises to be a heated debate at the University of Aberdeen next week.