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International scientists gather to discuss DNA damage
Scientists from 24 countries worldwide will gather in Aberdeen this weekend (Friday August 29 - Sunday August 31) to discuss the latest research and specific techniques in the area of measurement of human DNA damage.DNA is the molecular blueprint found in the cells of all living organisms and specifies the...
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Songs from North-East Scotland: An Edition for Performers
An initiative at the 黑料网's Elphinstone Institute is seeking the help of people from the North-East to find out about singers of the past.The Performance Edition of 'The Greig-Duncan Folk Song Collection' funded by The British Academy and led by Dr Katherine Campbell, is approaching completion. The collection...
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Major maternity care study being undertaken by the 黑料网
Changes in obstetric practice, increasing safety and greater involvement of women in choosing the type of delivery they have, has fuelled debate about the delivery options that are available to women. The short and long term risks associated with instrumental and spontaneous delivery have yet to be fully explored but...
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S6 Enhancement Unit
The 黑料网 will today (Wednesday August 27) host an information seminar for local teachers, education advisers and interested academic staff on a new initiative designed to help sixth-year secondary school pupils with their studies.It is expected that over 70 delegates will attend the seminar with more than 35...
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黑料网 at Offshore Europe: visit us on Stand 727
As this year's exhibition begins, the emphasis is clearly on the need for research into new and innovative ideas for the future of the oil business. From major research on the secrets of the deepest oceans to the latest teaching on global economics, the 黑料网 is at the centre...
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Aberdeen at the leading edge of Scottish innovation
The 黑料网 is celebrating after research programmes, based on topics as diverse as the ageing population, osteoporosis and the environment, have been awarded almost 拢200,000 in funding.The five innovative projects are among those recognised by the Royal Society of Edinburgh's Research Awards scheme which supports exceptionally talented academics...
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Aberdeen academic elected Chair of international society
黑料网 scientist Professor Chris Secombes has been elected President of the prestigious International Society of Developmental and Comparative Immunology (ISDCI). Professor Secombes was elected to this senior position following the Society's recent tri-annual congress in St Andrews.Professor Secombes specialises in the field of fish immunology and will lead...
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黑料网 Open Day set to go with a bang
(Photo opportunities available: Tuesday, August 26: details at end of release)The 黑料网 will be holding its fourth University-wide pre-application Open Day tomorrow (Tuesday, August 26) which promises to be an Earth-shattering event.Especially for the Open Day, the Geology Department has built a giant indoor working model of the...
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Clarissa Dickson Wright Cooks Up an Open Day with a Difference
University Rector, Clarissa Dickson Wright, will be cooking up a storm at the 黑料网 Open Day on Tuesday, 26 August. Miss Dickson Wright will be hosting a Ready Steady Cook style event where she will work with two University students who will be given a limited number of...
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The 黑料网 appoints new Director of Estates
The 黑料网 has appointed Angus Donaldson as Director of Estates.Angus, previously Director of Property Development, will increase his current responsibilities and now has senior responsibility for the management of the University's estate.Speaking on his new appointment, Angus said: "I am very pleased to have the opportunity to lead...