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2016
November
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The evils of evolution
-Organised by the Cromar Future Group in conjunction with the University, a series of talks through 2016/2017 held in the MacRobert Hall, Tarland
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Ötzi the iceman - 25 years on
-Evening Lecture in association with University of Aberdeen Museums and Society of Antiquaries of Scotland
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Place that Face. Mr Happy vs. Mr Angry
-How expressions influence our ability to remember who was where.
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Bennachie, exploring its archaeology
-Tour this prominent feature of the North East landscape.
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The David Buchan Lecture 2016
-Copyrighting Tradition in the Internet Age: Creativity, Authorship, and Folklore
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Should countries apologise for the colonial past?
-Is it the responsibility of today's generation to apologise for the past?
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Our Dynamic Sun
-Part of the Science in the Quad Series
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Still Home Abroad After Brexit?
-An insight into issues faced by EU citizens in the UK.
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Public Roundtable "Still Home Abroad? Polish Migration to Scotland after Brexit"
-How does the EU referendum result affect the Polish community in Scotland, and what are people's responses?
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Brexit and the Commonwealth: Historical reflections
-A probe into the past to highlight options for the UK in the future.
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Boulez : Saxaphone, Violin and Electronics (double bill)
-Rare performance of Dialogue de l'Ombre Double with Pete Stollery and Richard Ingham.
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The Northern Picts
-A discussion on the University of Aberdeen's Northern Picts project.
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Today's student, tomorrow's heavy drinker?
-Café Variété - meet world leading experts in an informal environment
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People and Water in Neolithic Orkney
-Evening lecture in association with University of Aberdeen Museums and the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland
October
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The Aberdeen Bestiary: made in Bridlington?
-The new Aberdeen Bestiary website, with images of startling clarity, prompts a new enquiry into the source of the manuscript. Can tiny clues within the book point towards its place of production? Why suggest Bridlington Priory? The lecture examines shreds of evidence within the manuscript, and the overwhelming interest in...
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LRF Lecture 2016 - Risk-Informed Integrity Management of Offshore Structures and Facilities
-This event was fully booked
Given by Professor Michael Havbro Faber, Department of Civil Engineering, Technical University of Denmark.
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Cafe Scientifique - Safety in Structures
-An informal way to engage with the latest topics in science.
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Witch Belief in Scottish Coastal Communities
-What was so special about Scottish witches in coastal communities? Come along and hear Lizanne Henderson's talk (open to the public).
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Leylines in association with DanceLive
-Is a new performance project by choreographer Imogene Newland and sound artist Suk-Jun Kim.
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Science and Religion: Exploring the Spectrum
-This event was fully booked
Join us for a thought-provoking evening of debate.
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How can we make energy from waste?
-Organised by the Cromar Future Group in conjunction with the University, a series of talks through 2016/2017 held in the MacRobert Hall, Tarland
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CANCELLED Family Fun: Stormy Weather
-This event was cancelled
We regret that this event is cancelled. Free, fun-filled afternoon of art and poetry activities for children and their adults
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The creation of archaeology as a science in Scotland in the mid nineteenth century
-Evening lecture in association with University of Aberdeen Museums and the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland
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UK Fungus Day
-A family-friendly celebration of the kingdom of fungi
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Embodiment, Technology and Senses Talk
-Given by Emeritus Professor Ihde, philosopher of science, technology and post-phenomenology at the State University of New York at Stony Brook (SUNY), and Director of the SUNY Technoscience Research Group and Research Seminar.
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Haddo Arts Festival features Pete Stollery's work
-Pete Stollery will perform five electroacoustic works this year at Haddo Arts Festival on Monday, 3 October 2016 at 7pm.
September
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Explorathon at Aberdeen Science Centre
-Interactive fun for all the family.
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Science Bites on the Bus
-Tasty treats and interesting facts.
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Games and Apps: The Digital Future?
-This event was fully booked
Games galore for all the family!
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Games and Apps: The Digital Future?
-Games galore for all the family!
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Pirates, Plunder and Shipwrecks from Aberdeen's Medieval Archives
-Explore Aberdeen's pirate past! FREE event, but booking essential. 30 September 2016, 1230hrs until 1330hrs.
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Explorathon in the City Centre
-Come and meet the experts.
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Prehistoric hunter-gatherers in southwestern Alaska - Seminar
-Dr Paul Ledger will give this first talk on the Nanalleq project.
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An Introduction to "Law in the Aberdeen Council Registers 1398-1511" (LACR)
-Come along and find out how medieval Aberdeen is making a distinctive contribution to digital humanities.
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What's up with our bees and how can we help?
-Organised by the Cromar Future Group in conjunction with the University, a series of talks through 2016/2017 held in the MacRobert Hall, Tarland
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The Science of Food & Drink
-Aberdeen Science Centre's Adult Takeover Evening
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Dementia: Facts and Myth
-An opportunity to find out what is happening in the world of dementia research.
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Cafe Scientifique - Daily life under the microscope
-An informal way to engage with the latest topics in science.
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Digital Dilemmas: Debating the pros and cons of new health technologies
-Join Dr Heather Morgan to discuss the good, the bad and the invasive in modern health technology.
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Cartography - Fundamental to human life?
-Talk on the origins and history of cartography
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UArctic Congress 2016
-Opens in Saint Petersburg, Russia with 470 registered participants. The 2016 UArctic Rectors' Forum and the 19th annual meeting of the Council of UArctic form an integral part of the Congress.
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Doors Open Day 2016
-Doors Open Days in Aberdeen is a great way to find out about the hidden heritage on your doorstep.
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TechFest Eureka Weekend
-Day of discovery at the MacRobert Building, University of Aberdeen, 10am-4pm
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Aurora: in search of the Northern Lights
-Part of the Science in the Quad Series
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Volcanoes, Floods and Drones - Novel Approaches to Hazard Mapping
-A talk on the use of drones to map hazards and dangerous areas.
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Cruickshank Botanic Garden Tour
-Tour the University of Aberdeen's botanic garden with curator Mark Paterson
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Cat Parade
-A civic arts project.
August
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Climate Change and resource exploitation of Arctic benthic ecosystems workshop and seminar
-Rapid climate change on Arctic marine ecosystems will be discussed at a 3-day workshop with international and UK scientists. The seminar will be open to the public.
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Forensic Pathology, Biology and Geology
-Do you ever wonder if - with the advances in modern forensic methods - the outcome of murder cases from days gone by would be any different? If investigated today would the conclusions be the same? Would the accused still be found guilty? Would modern techniques indicate a miscarriage of...
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The environmental implications of redistributive land reform
-A lecture and discussion
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Cafe Scientifique - Eye movements and mental health
-An informal way to engage with the latest topics in science.
July
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The Traditional Singing Weekend at Cullerlie
-A festival for all who enjoy traditional music.
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AFBE-UK Scotland - Seminar
-AFBE-UK Scotland is holding a seminar aimed at giving students and professionals an insight into commercial aspects of the oil and gas industry.
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Cafe Scientifique - We can listen to the Universe!
-An informal way to engage with the latest topics in science.
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Sea Sangs and Sattie Tales
-Part of Peterhead Scottish Week
June
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HUMBUG! A preposterous evening of Dickensian fun
-A preposterous evening of fun for all ages inspired by some of Charles Dickens's most colourful characters.
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Carnival of the Mini-Beasties!
-A jam-packed day of fun to celebrate Insect Week!
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The Political Economy of Nations, States, and Power in Europe and beyond
-on the role of the state in Europe and beyond featuring two of the leading theorists on the state as well as a range of speakers with expertise on the exercise of power and the implications for key economic issues.
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Celebrating North-East Fiddle
-With Paul Anderson and Friends, upstairs at the Blue Lamp, Gallowgate, Aberdeen.
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The Land Endures: Bringing Sunset Song to Life
-A new student-curated exhibition that explores the local heritage of North East Scotland through Lewis Grassic Gibbon's novel 'Sunset Song'
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Killing Them Softly - Is Wildlife Tourism a Conservation Threat?
-Wildlife tourism has grown from a cottage industry to a multi-billion global industry. Have we gone too far?
May
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Ethics of using social media data in research
-Are you an avid user of social media? Worried about how your data is being used? We need to talk!
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May Festival 2016
-From famous faces and top performers to lively talks, debates and hands-on activities, the festival has something for everyone.
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White Wood Forum
-Art and Sustainability: Joseph Beuys and Beyond
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Shining Light on Medieval Manuscripts
-Understanding what gives illuminated manuscripts their vibrant colours gives an insight into the technology of book manufacture. The challenge is analysing the pigments on the page without damage or even touching the manuscripts.
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Cafe Scientifique: Social Interaction - the eyes have it
-An informal way to engage with the latest topics in science.
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A Conversation with Richard Demarco
-As early as the 1960s, Scotland’s very own Richard Demarco, an arts impresario and artist in his own right, took an interest in experimental artists from Eastern Europe. He was among the first few pioneering individuals who brought these soon-to-be influential artists to perform and exhibit n the U.K. Join Amy Bryzgel, Lecturer...
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PechaKucha Aberdeen: Innovation, Architecture and Design
-Join some of Aberdeen's most inspired minds for an evening of short talks in the PechaKucha format.
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Rethinking Remote
-A conference investigating innovative solutions in remote healthcare
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OUT TO PLAY - Lifelong Learning Starts Here
-An event on outdoor learning for all the family.
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A Filthy, Dirty, and Abominable Practice: A Short History of the Blackening
-With the meteoric rise in popularity of commercialised, 'package' hen nights, pre-nuptial rituals for women in the North of Scotland have undergone a massive change in the past thirty years.
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Seismix 2016 - 17th International Seismix Symposium
-International symposium on seismic imaging (held every two years) -Early bird registration ends Wednesday 3 February 2016. Will take place in Aviemore.
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Night at the Museums Animal Armoury
-Join us on Saturday 14th May, 5pm-9pm, for our annual family Night at the Museums event!
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Can Sharks Help Humans Fight Disease?
-Find out more about how these underwater creatures can teach us more about ourselves.
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An Evening Out in Victorian Aberdeen - A talk by Dr Jane McDermid
-Visiting scholar, Dr Jane McDermid, presents a snapshot of evenings out in Victorian Aberdeen.
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Tarland Talks : Collective Animal Behaviour
-Cafe scientifique style talk.
April
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Cafe Scientifique - What's up with our bees and how can we help?
-An informal way to engage with the latest topics in science.
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Shetland's Boats, Fishing, and the Sea
The story of Shetland's vernacular boats begins in the ninth century, and continues in a much reduced way even today. These clinker-constructed, double-ended craft were rowed and sailed, and are best known for their use as fishing boats.
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Cafe Med: A bright grey future?
-Population ageing poses significant challenges to health services and society as a whole, but is also a sign of success and improved health and survival. We discuss how medical research and clinical services are handling the challenges of ever increasing human longevity
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Tarland Talks: Harmful medicine
-Cafe scientifique style event held in Tarland
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May Festival Programme Launch
-Programme and tickets will be available on Monday 18 April.
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Celts: Art and Identity
-An evening Lecture in association with the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland will be given by Fraser Hunter from the National Museums Scotland.
March
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Art in the Aberdeenshire Environment Database
-A description of the Art in the Aberdeenshire Environment database, it's history, underlying philosophy, users and uses and its possible future development now that it has been transferred to the care of the Elphinstone Institute.
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Ogston Music Prize
-Final of the Ogston Music Prize. The finalists will compete for this premier soloists prize sponsored by Prof. Derek Ogston. * Please note new venue
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Carlaw - Ogston Composition Award
-Finalists' Concert presented by SPECTRUM New Music Ensemble.
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The Wave - German Drama with English Subtitles
-The German Drama Group of the University of Aberdeen presents The Wave, a modern play by Reinhold Tritt.
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Code the City 6: The History Jam
-A drop-in weekend event
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The Earl Marischal Debate
-Organised by University of Aberdeen Debater
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Museum Lates: Ice and Fire
-Join us for an evening filled with Ice, Fire and Scientific Enquiry.
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Perform. Play. Art.
-A one-day event of performances and talks.
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Cafe Scientifique - How do we find oil? - THIS EVENT IS NOW CANCELLED
-This event was cancelled
An informal way to engage with the latest topics in science.
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"Aesthetics, authenticity and a sense of place: conserving carved stone artworks in situ"
-Come along and hear Dr Shannon Fraser present her paper. Free event - open to all.
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GATTACA: a glimpse into our genetic future?
-Film screening and discussion.
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The Untold Story of Aberdeen's Women in Science
-Join us for a fascinating evening as we share stories of some of Aberdeen's first female scientists.
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Caesarean section through the ages - a North-east Scotland perspective
-How the C-section has evolved through history.
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Secret Wildlife of Aberdeenshire
-Discover the secret creatures lurking in Aberdeenshire.
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Weird Science with SHMU FM
-A "Talking Science" special for British Science Week.
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EXPLORE Geographic Information Systems
-Find out how GIS can map your adventures!
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Family Forest School Event
-Join for some family fun!
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White, Black and Grey: Excavated Medieval Friaries in Aberdeen
-Evening lecture in association with Society of Antiquaries of Scotland