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JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit translated into Gaelic for first time

Moray Watson, a professor of Gaelic and translation at the University of Aberdeen, said A’Hobat is now available to order.

Evening Standard

Areas of Scotland have the highest rates of Huntington’s disease in the world

The neurodegenerative disease slowly damages the brain, taking away the ability to walk, talk, eat, drink, make decisions and live independently

The Independent UK

One of the highest rates of Huntington’s disease found in north Scotland – study

The rate in the area is 14.5 per 100,000 people, more than five times the estimated worldwide rate of 2.71 per 100,000 people.

The Independent UK

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Homecoming for Indigenous remains and shell necklace

The remains of a young Aboriginal man and a shell necklace kept at two northern hemisphere universities have been returned to their traditional owners.

AAP

Scottish university returns rare Tasmanian shell necklace

The announcement comes alongside news the University of Aberdeen will return the remains of an Aboriginal Tasmanian man on Friday.

Evening Standard

Scottish university to return skull of Aboriginal Tasmanian man

A ceremony to repatriate the skull of a young Tasmanian man which was purchased by a Scottish university will take place this week ...

The National (Scotland)

Skull of Aboriginal man murdered 200 years ago to be returned to Tasmania

The remains of the unknown man, who was shot dead in the early 19th century, will be laid to rest in a traditional ceremony.

The Independent UK

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Aberdeen urban park paused amid 'unforeseen repairs' to iconic tower

PLANS for a new urban park in Aberdeen city centre have been paused amid "unforeseen repairs" to an iconic tower adjacent to the proposed…

The National (Scotland)

New scanner can see ‘previously undetectable’ cancer spread, research suggests

Experts hope the technology could reduce the need for breast cancer patients to return for extra surgery.

Evening Standard

Zimbabwean-Scottish visual artist to create new 'Aberdeen Tapestry'

AN award-winning Zimbabwean-Scottish visual artist has been chosen to create a tapestry for the University of Aberdeen.

The National (Scotland)

Winter fall in Scots’ vitamin D levels same now as 400 years ago – study

A team led by researchers at the University of Aberdeen used a new method of detecting vitamin D in human hair samples.

Evening Standard

Leading Scottish university does not have asbestos register, research finds

A LEADING Scottish university has been found to not have a working asbestos register, according to fresh research.

The National (Scotland)

Camilla meets students, composer and professional footballer in Aberdeen visit

The Queen became chancellor of the University of Aberdeen in 2013.

Evening Standard

‘The hair stands up’: citizen archaeologists unearth ancient treasures in Scotland

Members of the public are helping to sustain digs across the country, even as volunteering declines

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Rare shipwreck and 'Celtic' bangle among Scotland's top archaeological discoveries

A “CELTIC” bangle, a Pictish spearbutt and a rare shipwreck are among Scotland’s top archaeological finds this year...

Evening Standard

New type of medical scanner could help stroke patients – research

The scanner has been developed by a University of Aberdeen team.

The Independent UK

Fussy eaters may actually have disorder linked to brain structure, study finds

Experts said more research into the condition was needed to fully understand how best to treat and prevent Arfid

Evening Standard

‘Fussy eating’ disorder linked to differences in brain structure, study shows

Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder has been shown to have a significant impact on physical and psychological wellbeing.

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Fossils in Highland cave suggest polar bear ancestry for Scottish bears

NEW analysis of ancient bones and fossils found in a Highland cave has revealed evidence which could suggest polar bears once roamed Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

Folk singer Iona Fyfe named new University of Aberdeen rector

SCOTTISH folk singer Iona Fyfe has been named the new rector of the University of Aberdeen.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish folk singer nominated for prestigious role at University of Aberdeen

SCOTTISH folk singer Iona Fyfe is in the running for a prestigious educational position at the University of Aberdeen ...

The Independent UK

Drugs which switch on vitamin A in the body may stave off MND, research suggests

Scientists at the University of Aberdeen led the study.

LiveScience

'Remarkable' 1,000-year-old ring from Scotland's 'painted people' found at destroyed fort

During an archaeological dig at the former site of a Pictish fort, a volunteer unearthed a rare metal ring with a red centerpiece.

The Independent UK

New drug could help women with ectopic pregnancy avoid emergency surgery

About one in 80 pregnancies is ectopic

Zenger

1,000-Year-Old Pictish Ring Unearthed Under Scottish Town By Descendant Volunteer‌ ‌

Volunteer John Ralph discovers a rare kite-shaped ring at historic Burghead fort, shedding new light on the Pictish past.‌ ‌

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