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The hidden genome does not contain any genes but may represent the largest, though least understood, information source in the human genome. Come and discover what has recently been revealed about its critical role in health and disease.

Join us for a celebration of this great achievement of JJR Macleod, an Aberdeen alumnus and distinguished professor, in this the 90th anniversary year of the discovery of insulin.

In this public lecture, eminent historian Jonathan Steinberg draws from his New York Times bestselling 'Bismarck:A Life' to offer a fresh look at the malign genius who 'made' modern Germany and who brilliantly exploited international relations to the advantage of the country that he served.

This event has unfortunately had to be cancelled. Apologies for any inconvenience.

Scotland's Gardens Scheme - Gardens Open for Charity. Join us for a tour of the Cruickshank Botanical Gardens by Head Gardener and Curator of the gardens.

We often figure out other people's beliefs, hopes and feelings by interpreting their behaviour, but when it comes to our own, we just know. What explains the differences between knowing our own mental lives and the mental lives of others?

The highly anticipated Night at the Museum is back with a bang for 2012! The 51cg's King's Museum and Zoology Museum will once again host a special evening event packed full of exciting activities, crafts, quizzes and much more.

Is there oil in Antartica? Extravagant claims have been made by governments and journalists for billions of barrels but without any evidence.

Many planets and moons, including Mars and Jupiter’s moon Europa, have dry, cold, sterile surfaces but warm, wet interiors where life could thrive. But how can we ever find it?

As part of Aberdeen's Granite Festival, Dr Malcolm Hole from the 51cg will give a lecture on Minerals to Monuments discussing the origin of Granite.