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The latest news from the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition (SMMSN) at the University of Aberdeen (UoA).
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A reminder that the University of Aberdeen is closed from 5pm today until Monday 5 January 2026. A big thanks to all our students, staff, funders, volunteers, and everyone involved with the School for all their hard work this year. Have a lovely winter break! 👋
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People with fibromyalgia often face long waits and uneven care. 🔬 However, an @aberdeenuni project led by Prof Gary Macfarlane & Dr Rosemary Hollick has designed better, patient-centred pathways to improve support and treatment for this condition.
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People frequently waiting years to be 'taken seriously', postcode lotteries for access to care and a general lack of knowledge are among some of the key findings from a University of Aberdeen...
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45 years ago, Professor John Mallard and his team at @aberdeenuni made history with their full-body MRI scanner. Now, history is repeating itself: Dr Lionel Broche recently scanned Norma, the first patient to use our new FCI scanner, also designed and built here in Aberdeen!
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📅 Save the Date! Our Postgraduate Fair is happening on campus on Tuesday 17 February 2026 at Elphinstone Hall. Explore our exclusive £7,000 Alumni Postgrad Scholarship, flexible postgraduate options, fee waivers, scholarships and career-focused pathways: https://t.co/rJjvzRt9Fi
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Aberdeen researchers are helping turn potato waste into high-value compounds for cosmetics. By extracting solanesol from discarded potato shaws, the project offers a sustainable alternative to tobacco sourcing and new income for Scottish farmers. 🌱✨
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Scientists from the University of Aberdeen are part of a team looking to turn potato waste into high value compounds that can be used for cosmetics, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products.
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Aberdeen has been named one of the UK’s Best and Friendliest cities in Condé Nast Traveller UK’s 2025 Awards! 💙 A warm community, a stunning coastline and a vibrant city; Aberdeen shines again. Read more: https://t.co/CcPG26O0rI
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A new trial is launching to reduce harms from street-sourced benzodiazepines among people in opioid treatment. Aberdeen’s CHaRT team will support trial delivery and analysis. This research could shape safer, evidence-based care and help save lives.
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Researchers from the University of Aberdeen are part of a major new clinical trial aimed at reducing the use of street-sourced benzodiazepines among people receiving treatment for opioid dependency.
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Discover Your Future at the University of Aberdeen Undergraduate Virtual Open Day! Join us today, Tues 9 Dec, with sessions from 10am to midday and 5pm to 7pm. Speak live with our experts, current students and find out more about the Aberdeen way of life! https://t.co/zycEPZo3vK
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Senior Clinical Lecturer Dr Tina Huang chose to complete her MSc Clinical Education to grow her skills and better support her students' learning. Congratulations on an incredible achievement and inspiring journey! 🎓✨
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Dr Tina Huang, a Senior Clinical Lecturer in the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition, took the decision to complete her MSc Clinical Education to grow her skills and better support her...
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We caught up with MSc Human Nutrition graduate Dheeraj Vivek Chaubey, who overcame setbacks to achieve his dream of studying in the UK. Read his story:
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For Dheeraj Vivek Chaubey, the path to academic success has not been smooth. He struggled throughout school, failed grades and dropped out twice.
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From the lab to the news! MSci Microbiology student Katie Goodlad @aberdeenuni had the opportunity to work with @IBoIC during her placement year, which led to her getting interviewed by @STVnews. Read more and watch the interview video in Katie's blog ⬇️
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When I decided to take on an industrial placement as part of my Microbiology degree at the University of Aberdeen, I had no idea how much it would transform my confidence, skills, and outlook on a...
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Researchers at @aberdeenuni have found that pregnant women who were vaccinated against Human Papillomavirus (HPV) in school are less likely to experience serious pregnancy-related complications. Read more ⬇️
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Pregnant women who were vaccinated against Human Papillomavirus (HPV) at school are less likely to experience serious pregnancy related complications according to University of Aberdeen research.
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We are delighted to announce that our RUK and Ireland Entrance Scholarship is now available for new undergraduate students joining @aberdeenuni from September 2026! Learn more about the scholarship and its eligibility here ➡️ https://t.co/6FOwg3uieq
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Join the University of Aberdeen Undergraduate Virtual Open Day on Tuesday 9 December! Discover your dream programme, chat with staff and students, and explore campus from anywhere. Register now - https://t.co/4utrAFMrPF
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🌱 Scotland’s hemp sector is full of promise for health + climate! 🎧 Discover how hemp can boost nutrition, cut farm emissions, improve soil, and support local growers in this new podcast ➡️ https://t.co/AFNPAiMCGd
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The HEAT Team recently organised a conference on hostile environments and tropical medicine with support from the University of Aberdeen Development Trust Fund and The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Read more ➡️ https://t.co/w29kBHyXjT
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The Medical School’s book group had a great session with best-selling author and University of Aberdeen graduate Dr Suzie Edge who spoke about her career, the creative process behind her writing, how she researches her books, and how she brings medical history to life. 📚✨
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Congrats to student Connor for presenting his research on robotic-assisted upper GI surgery at the AUGIS Annual Scientific Meeting in Glasgow, a fantastic achievement and great experience connecting with leaders in the field. Read more ⬇️
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I was privileged to attend the Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery of Great Britain and Ireland (AUGIS), Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) in Glasgow at the SEC in October this year. While...
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📣 The online event “Hot, hungry and breathless - how climate change affects the human body” is taking place on 26th November @ 6:30pm. Join Prof Derek Scott from @aberdeenuni to explore how climate change affects our bodies. Register now:
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This week is World Antimicrobial Awareness Week. Chair in Oral & Maxillofacial Medicine Professor Karolin Hijazi’s recently published research aims to tackle the global rise of antimicrobial resistance. Learn more ⬇️ https://t.co/qke3Yu9x2D
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A routine disinfection procedure commonly used when admitting patients to intensive care units (ICU) can increase 'superbug' infections according to new research from the University of Aberdeen.
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