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Aberdeen scientist investigates diet and lifestyle link to breast cancer
Aberdeen scientist, Dr Paul Haggarty based at the Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health in the University of Aberdeen, has received a project grant worth almost £147,000 from one of the UK’s leading breast cancer research charities, Breast Cancer Campaign.
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Jailbreakers get off Scot free
Jailbreak, an annual event run by Aberdeen Students’ Charities Campaign, recently saw ten teams make a break from the North-east for sunnier climes.
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The genetic explanation for moles’ poor eyesight
Due to their underground habitats, moles' eyes have been modified by natural selection in ways very different from those of surface-dwelling animals.
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Aberdeen’s centenary celebrations for French composer
Aberdeen will this week join in worldwide celebrations commemorating the centenary of the acclaimed French composer Olivier Messiaen.
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Creepy Creatures workshops offer Halloween fun
From creepy crawlies that come out at night to spellbinding potions conjured from a witch’s cauldron - Halloween is set to come early to Aberdeen youngsters thanks to a series of events hosted by the University of Aberdeen.
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Stephen Robertson installed as Rector of the University of Aberdeen
Stephen Robertson MBE was formally installed as Rector for the University of Aberdeen, today (Friday 17 October) at a ceremony at King's College Chapel.
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High Commissioner of Canada visits University
The High Commissioner of Canada, Jim Wright, visited the University of Aberdeen this week (Thursday 16 October) to discover more about the institute’s continuing efforts in forging links with Canadian organisations.
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Panic-driven policies explored at criminal justice conference
The current state of the British and Irish criminal justice system will be examined at a two-day conference beginning today (Friday, October 17) at the University of Aberdeen.
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University project to focus on regeneration of city’s southern coastline
Proposals by the South Aberdeen Coastal Regeneration Project Steering Group could see an educational/visitor centre, small boat harbour and multi-purpose submerged reef developed on the south side of the city.
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Aberdeen economists lead €1M European health and safety study
Aberdeen economists will lead a major new Europe-wide study into the economic impact of health and safety practices in the workplace.