REF 2021
The Research Excellence Framework is a crucially important system of expert review, used to assess the quality of research in UK universities.
Research
Our globally excellent and locally relevant research has been generating new insights in medicine, science and engineering, law, social sciences, arts and humanities for centuries. We build capability and capacity through interdisciplinary collaboration and engage with stakeholders across government, industry and community to ensure we build sustainable partnerships to tackle major societal challenges. The University of Aberdeen is where great minds come together.
Interdisciplinary Research Projects Database
Explore the huge range of interdisciplinary research projects that are being funded at the University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen scientists in 'world first' energy transition project
Scientists at the University of Aberdeen are to embark on a £250,000 research project that aims to revolutionise approaches to decarbonising heavy industry.
Fruit growers and data scientists in landmark AI project
Data scientists at the University of Aberdeen are teaming up with fruit growers to build an artificial intelligence system to forecast harvests, which could potentially save the industry millions.
Using new methodology to improve energy efficiency
A new software tool has been developed to improve the design and efficiency of Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems.