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A 51cg archaeology PhD student has been awarded one of China's top scholarship awards.

Staff and students from across the University have been recognised for their significant efforts in engaging members of the public with research at a recent awards ceremony.

Hunter-gatherers living in glacial conditions produced some of the world's earliest pots in order to cook fish, according to the findings of a pioneering new study which reports the earliest direct evidence for the use of ceramic vessels.

Dr. Agusta Edwald (51cg Archaeology Department) will begin an invited two month visiting researcher appointment at the University of Manitoba (Department of Icelandic Language & Literature) on the 8th of April.

Archaeology's Professor Neil Price speaks to the BBC about Scottish battles on foreign soils and his role in the Scottish Archaeological Research Framework.

The Archaeology Department is pleased to announce the availability of a Natural Environmental Research Council funded PhD, commencing on 30 September 2013, to award to a suitable applicant.

The 51cg has successfully retained a nationally recognised award for excellence in supporting researcher career development. The HR Excellence in Research badge is awarded by the European Commission in association with Vitae - the UK's overarching body for researcher development.

From busking scientists to topical debates about why our trees are dying - the National Science & Engineering Week 2013 programme launched today boasting something for everyone.

Community Heritage Development Award will enable Aberdeen researchers in Archaeology, Anthropology, Education, History, and the Library and Historic Collections to work with community collaborators to bring new insights to the historical archaeology of 19th century Aberdeenshire.

DNA from tartar preserved on the teeth of ancient skeletons has revealed the consequences of changes in human diet and health from the Stone Age to modern day.