The latest news from the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition (SMMSN) at the University of Aberdeen (UoA).
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On Thursday 18 June, the School of Psychology is taking over Aberdeen Art Gallery for The Magic of the Mind, an evening of illusions, psychology, neuroscience, robotics, virtual reality and magic to amaze, challenge and fascinate. Read more and register ➡️ abdn.io/2fW
ALT Promotional poster for The Magic of the Mind at Aberdeen Art Gallery on 18 June 2026
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🔬 Explore @aberdeenuni's BSc Molecular and Cellular Biology degree with a free online taster session on @springpod.
🦠 Explore cells, the building blocks of life
👋 Meet Programme Lead Dr Alexander Lorenz
🏆 Earn a certificate
Try it now ➡️ tinyurl.com/mu7rzmvb
ALT Springpod graphic which says 'Cells - The building blocks of life'
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🧠 Prof Lora Heisler #DiabetesBIO 🎙️ “If people say ‘that can’t be right’ but you have data, have courage.” GLP-1s, brain control of glucose & bold science. 🔗 abdn.io/2fE
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🎓 Aberdeen Alumni PG Scholarship: fees capped at £7,000 for eligible Home/RUK graduates going on to a taught Master’s 📚
No application needed – automatically applied ✅
Starts Sept 2026 / Jan 2027
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🧠 New Rowett Institute research from the University of Aberdeen shows adolescent high-fat diets may cause long-term changes in food decision-making 🍔➡️🥗
Even after switching to a healthy diet, mice showed more habitual eating behaviour in adulthood.
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The 2026 European Congress of Endocrinology in Prague brought together 5,000 experts to discuss advances in endocrine science. Wendy Russell presented on microbiome & endocrine health, while Lora Heisler chaired on obesity, metabolism & nutrition. 🔗 abdn.io/2f6
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On Thursday 18 June, the School of Psychology is taking over Aberdeen Art Gallery for The Magic of the Mind, an evening of illusions, psychology, neuroscience, robotics, virtual reality and magic to amaze, challenge and fascinate. Read more and register ➡️ abdn.io/2eS
ALT Promotional poster for The Magic of the Mind at Aberdeen Art Gallery on 18 June 2026
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An @aberdeenuni scientist will establish Scotland’s only Animal Replacement Centre (ARC) to advance human-specific, animal-free cancer research. 👏
Professor Valerie Speirs received funding to pioneer innovative human-focused research methods.
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🧑⚕️ Our Medicine Open Day takes place on Saturday 6 June. Join us to learn more about studying medicine at Aberdeen, visit our Foresterhill campus, meet staff and students, and take part in a range of medicine based activities. Register to attend ➡️ abdn.io/2eB
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Congratulations to Dr Ross MacDonald for winning the Best Oral Abstract & Presentation Award at #BPS2026 👏
His research from the CAPE study explored how adverse childhood experiences contribute to chronic pain in adulthood.
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🌱 The @rowett_abdn Regional Research Roadshow resumes!
Upcoming stops:
📍 Aviemore – Thursday 2 July
📍 Inverness – Friday 3 July
Exploring nature-based food solutions, climate resilience, sustainable agriculture & future food systems in Scotland.
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Child mental health shapes adult outcomes more than previously thought. @aberdeenuni research found anxiety, low mood & ADHD are linked to higher unemployment and benefit claims in adulthood. Read more ➡️ abdn.io/2eb
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🧑⚕️ Thinking about studying medicine - or know someone who is? Join us on Saturday 6 June for our Medicine Open Day and discover what it’s like to study medicine at the University of Aberdeen. Register now ➡️ abdn.io/2e3 #StudyMedicine #MedicineOpenDay
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UoA Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition retweeted
The University of Aberdeen has launched a new, patient-focused IVF success calculator, designed to provide clearer, personalised insights for individuals and couples considering fertility treatment.
🔗 Find our more at abdn.io/2dD
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♻️ A national collaboration led by the @aberdeenuni and Scotland’s other medical schools has been awarded £100k from the Scottish Government. This funding will support the integration of healthcare sustainability into medical degrees across the country ➡️ abdn.io/2dQ
ALT Photo L to Right: Mrs Lynn Wilson, Dr Emily Stevenson, Dr Morven Wilson, Prof Jon Issberner, Prof Camille Huser, Dr Alison Jack, Dr Noy Basu
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Treatment specific to broken heart syndrome (takotsubo cardiomyopathy) has remained a mystery, but a new clinical trial @aberdeenuni, funded by @NIHRresearch aims to change that. Read more ➡️ abdn.io/2dF
ALT Photo of Professor Dana Dawson
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Researchers @aberdeenuni have been awarded a 5-year programme grant of over £1.1 million from @TheBHF. The funding will support work on a new approach to reducing the build-up of fat in the arteries, lowering the risk of heart diseases ➡️ abdn.io/2ds
ALT Photo of Professor Mirela Delibegovic
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The Planetary Health Report Card (PHRC) results for @aberdeenuni medical school are out. We ranked 11th in the UK and No. 1 across Scotland. 🙌
Well done to students André Justin Carpio, Esme Freeburn, Alina Imran and Philip Layfield for completing the report.
ALT Digital poster. Text: Planetary Health Report Card (Medicine) 2026: University of Aberdeen. University of Aberdeen logo.
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🏆 Our Gateway2Medicine (G2M) programme won the Widening Access Award at The Herald Education Awards 2026! The accolade honours our commitment to helping students from under represented backgrounds pursue a career in medicine. Read more ⬇️ abdn.io/2cW
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A new grant scheme called the Carnegie Master Grant is now available to support postgraduate students from low-income households in Scotland to study a Masters degree @aberdeenuni.
The deadline is 31st of July 2026.
Interested? Find out more ➡️ abdn.io/2cP
ALT Photo of a postgraduate student.
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