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To solve them we need people who see things from different perspectives - going beyond expectations, to spark active, positive impact. At Aberdeen, we have been going beyond traditional ways of working, proactively working together to break boundaries for over half a millennium.</p> <p>Whether it's leading the global transition to a cleaner energy future, pioneering preventative healthcare for all, harnessing cultural diversity for a more equitable world, protecting the environment and biodiversity, or driving innovation forward through Data and AI; at Aberdeen, there are no boundaries for your ideas and their impact.</p> <p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen frameborder="0" height="315" loading="lazy" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hF7H311SSHc?si=5d5XRcgsfQ1PcW1b" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p> </div> </div><div class="section stats_section theme-dark-grey stats_have_image" style="background-image: url(/media/site/research/feature-images/Icon-Background2.jpg)"> <span id="d.en.28470"></span> <div class="container"> <h2 class="optional_heading">Boundary breakers</h2> <div class="optional_content"> <p>At Aberdeen it's not about staying in your lane or sticking to the status quo, it's about breaking with convention, going beyond traditional methods, siloes, and boundaries in pursuit of a better world.</p> <p>Learn more about the boundary breakers and change makers championing inclusivity, internationality, and sustainability through a bold, interdisciplinary approach to research.</p> </div><div class="stats_wrapper"><div> <span id="d.en.29946"></span> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/news/16704/" class="stat"> <div class="stat_highlight"><img src="/media/site/research/feature-images/Prof_Zosia_Miedzybrodzka_rdax_450x450_100.jpg" alt="" class="stat_image"></div> <div class="stat_heading">Orkney cancer gene link</div> <div class="stat_content"><p>Leading geneticists have discovered that one in 100 people with grandparents from Orkney have a gene variant that causes a higher risk of certain cancers.</p></div> </a></div><div> <span id="d.en.29944"></span> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/news/22667/" class="stat"> <div class="stat_highlight"><img src="/media/site/research/feature-images/James-NDow_rdax_450x450_100.jpg" alt="" class="stat_image"></div> <div class="stat_heading">Aberdeen top surgeon receives OBE</div> <div class="stat_content"><p>Professor James N'Dow recognised in new year honours list for his work as a leading prostate surgeon, the founder of a pioneering cancer charity and building a maternity hospital in Africa.</p></div> </a></div><div> <span id="d.en.29942"></span> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/news/14907/" class="stat"> <div class="stat_highlight"><img src="/media/site/research/feature-images/Peter_Smith_6176_rdax_450x450_100.jpg" alt="" class="stat_image"></div> <div class="stat_heading">Professor one of most influential climate scientists</div> <div class="stat_content"><p>Professor Pete Smith, Professor of Soils and Global Change at the University of Aberdeen has been named in the Reuters Hot List - a list of the most influential climate scientists in the world today.</p></div> </a></div><div> <span id="d.en.29950"></span> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/news/16528/" class="stat"> <div class="stat_highlight"><img src="/media/site/research/feature-images/Azizul_Islam_rdax_450x450_100.jpg" alt="" class="stat_image"></div> <div class="stat_heading">Academic committed to improving lives in Bangladesh</div> <div class="stat_content"><p>Azizul Islam has made it his life's work to improve the lives of those working in Bangladeshi garment factories.</p></div> </a></div><div> <span id="d.en.29948"></span> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/mirela-delibegovic-boundary-breaker/" class="stat"> <div class="stat_highlight"><img src="/media/site/research/feature-images/Mirela_rdax_450x450_100.jpg" alt="" class="stat_image"></div> <div class="stat_heading">Professor honoured for service to health research</div> <div class="stat_content"><p>Professor Mirela Delibegovic has delivered life changing research in the areas of diabetes, heart disease and Covid-19.</p></div> </a></div></div> </div> </div><div class="section "> <span id="d.en.30044"></span> <div class="container"> <div class="slider"> <section class="slick_slideshow slick_not_loaded"><article> <a href="/media/site/about/documents/SDG-Report-2024-WebVersion.pdf" class="linked_slide"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 1200px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/850x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/windturbine_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 980px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/415x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/windturbine_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 800px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/680x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/windturbine_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/500x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/windturbine_rdax_850x478.jpg"><img src="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/850x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/windturbine_rdax_850x478.jpg" alt="We strive to spark change and work towards creating a fairer and more sustainable future" width="850" height="478" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h3>We strive to spark change and work towards creating a fairer and more sustainable future</h3> <p>Recently we published our 2023/24 sustainability report showcasing our work towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. 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Find out more about events and opportunities in data science & AI.</p> </div> </a> </article> <article> <a href="/research/interdisciplinary/projects/" class="linked_slide"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 1200px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/850x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/research_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 980px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/415x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/research_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 800px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/680x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/research_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/500x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/research_rdax_850x478.jpg"><img src="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/850x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/research_rdax_850x478.jpg" alt="Interdisciplinary research projects database" width="850" height="478" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h3>Interdisciplinary research projects database</h3> <p>Explore the huge range of interdisciplinary research projects that are being funded at the University of Aberdeen.</p> </div> </a> </article> <article> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/improving-energy-efficiency/" class="linked_slide"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 1200px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/850x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/renewables_16_9_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 980px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/415x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/renewables_16_9_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 800px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/680x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/renewables_16_9_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/500x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/renewables_16_9_rdax_850x478.jpg"><img src="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/850x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/renewables_16_9_rdax_850x478.jpg" alt="Using new methodology to improve energy efficiency" width="850" height="478" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h3>Using new methodology to improve energy efficiency</h3> <p>A new software tool has been developed to improve the design and efficiency of Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems.</p> </div> </a> </article> <article> <a href="/research/digital/" class="linked_slide"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 1200px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/850x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/consult_module_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 980px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/415x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/consult_module_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 800px)" srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/680x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/consult_module_rdax_850x478.jpg"><source srcset="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/500x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/consult_module_rdax_850x478.jpg"><img src="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/img/850x/media/site/research/slideshow-images/consult_module_rdax_850x478.jpg" alt="Digital research" width="850" height="478" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h3>Digital research</h3> <p>Discover the huge range of ways in which our Digital Research Team can assist with internal and external research projects.</p> </div> </a> </article> </section> </div> </div> </div><div class="section stats_section theme-dark-grey stats_have_image" style="background-image: url(/media/site/research/feature-images/Icon-Background2.jpg)"> <span id="d.en.29897"></span> <div class="container"> <h2 class="optional_heading">Our interdisciplinary challenges</h2> <div class="optional_content"> <p><span style="line-height:107%">Our interdisciplinary challenges represent research areas of historic and emerging excellence that are capable of supporting a diverse research portfolio and delivering globally excellent and measurable benefits to society, the economy and health. Explore how we are working towards a brighter future, while actively supporting the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.</span></p> </div><div class="stats_wrapper"><div> <span id="d.en.28458"></span> <a href="/research/interdisciplinary/energy-transition/" class="stat"> <div class="stat_highlight"><img src="/media/site/research/feature-images/Energy-Transition_rdax_100.png" alt="" class="stat_image"></div> <div class="stat_heading">Energy Transition</div> <div class="stat_content"><p>For more than 40 years we've combined our academic excellence with industry expertise, to innovate and positively affect the future of global energy.</p></div> </a></div><div> <span id="d.en.28460"></span> <a href="/research/interdisciplinary/social-inclusion-and-cultural-diversity/" class="stat"> <div class="stat_highlight"><img src="/media/site/research/feature-images/Social_Inclusion_rdax_100.png" alt="" class="stat_image"></div> <div class="stat_heading">Social Inclusion and Cultural Diversity</div> 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Artificial Intelligence</div> <div class="stat_content"><p>We have carried out research in data science and AI for more than 30 years, discovering new ways to improve health and daily life with this technology.</p></div> </a></div><div> <span id="d.en.28467"></span> <a href="/research/interdisciplinary/health-nutrition-and-wellbeing/" class="stat"> <div class="stat_highlight"><img src="/media/site/research/feature-images/Health_and_Wellbeing_rdax_100.png" alt="" class="stat_image"></div> <div class="stat_heading">Health, Nutrition and Wellbeing</div> <div class="stat_content"><p>Our interdisciplinary strengths, healthcare expertise and industry collaborations underpin our commitment to addressing major health challenges with our research.</p></div> </a></div></div> </div> </div><div class="section "> <span id="d.en.27538"></span> <div class="container "> <div class="flexible-wrapper "><aside class="feature_box width-1-3" aria-label="Feature box: Interdisciplinary research"> <span 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