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Scientists reveal new insight into tackling obesity
Obesity has become one of the most significant challenges to human health. But now scientists at the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute have discovered a tiny group of brain cells that could be harnessed to tackle obesity according to a new study published in Cell Metabolism.
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Rowett scientists examining ways to prevent or postpone Type 2 Diabetes
Scientists from the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute are hoping to find a way to prevent or postpone the onset of Type 2 Diabetes - but require volunteers to help them with their research.
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Aberdeen academic receives prestigious award from American Diabetes Association
Professor Lora Heisler from the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute is the recipient of the 2018 Outstanding Scientific Achievement Award (OSAA) from the American Diabetes Association. The American Diabetes Association is the nation's leading organisation committed to fighting diabetes by driving discovery through research and innovation and recognises the work of...
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Hungry Squirrel win the Healthy Choice award at the Scotland Food and Drink Excellence Awards
The Scotland Food and Drink Excellence Awards were held on Thursday 7th June at Edinburgh’s International Conference Centre. Recognised by both trade and consumers as an accolade of the highest quality, the awards highlight business excellence, innovation and best practice across the Scottish food and drink industry. 12 product-focused categories were judged by...
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First look (and taste!) of new healthy recipes at May Festival
A new recipe book packed full of healthy and sustainable meal ideas will be launched at this year's May Festival. Scientists and nutritionists from the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute have been studying how different sources of protein may contribute to healthier diets; could help Scotland be more sustainable (both economically...
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Aberdeen academics recognised for multi-million pound contribution to local economy
Professor Lora Heisler from the Rowett Institute was one of seven University of Aberdeen academics whose key role in adding millions of pounds to the local economy, was recognised at an awards ceremony hosted by VisitAberdeenshire.
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Award winning Scottish research could pave the way for 'low-emission cattle'
A Scottish study that potentially paves the way for the breeding of low-emission livestock has won an internationally respected research prize.
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Good Crop, Bad Crop
Members of the public will be able to learn more about how different crops can affect our health at the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute next week (Monday, September 18).
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New study to investigate impact of vegetables on female health
Scientists from the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute are looking to recruit female volunteers to help them with research into whether eating vegetables can reduce the risk of women getting diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD).
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Find out more about the Rowett at Science Bites
Members of the public will have the opportunity to find out more about the research being conducted at the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute at an event this week (Tuesday).