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Find out how our interdisciplinary, award-winning research makes an impact locally and around the world.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: What happens to our faith when we can't remember?"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Praying_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Praying_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Praying_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Praying_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Praying_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Praying_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>What happens to our faith when we can't remember?</h2> <p>Our research has re-framed dementia as part of the spiritual life of the community, leading to significant changes in the UK and globally.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/what-happens-to-our-faith/index.html">Read more about our theological research</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Shedding new light on Scotland鈥檚 Picts"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Picts_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Picts_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Picts_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" 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at the University of Aberdeen has the potential to significantly enhance the success rate of spinal fusion surgery.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://abdn.ac.uk/stories/pioneering-new-bone-graft-material-to-improve-patient-outcomes/">Read more about spinal surgery</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Modelling healthy AND sustainable diets"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Diets_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Diets_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Diets_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Diets_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Diets_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Diets_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Modelling healthy AND sustainable diets</h2> <p>Aberdeen research has underpinned new dietary guidelines around the world that link nutritional and sustainability data.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/sustainable-diets/">Read more about sustainable diets</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Take it Right Outside!"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/smoke_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/smoke_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/smoke_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/smoke_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/smoke_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/smoke_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Take it Right Outside!</h2> <p>The Respiratory Group at the University of Aberdeen has filled a gap in the evidence base about the dangers of second-hand smoke inside cars and homes.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/second-hand-smoke/">Read more about second hand smoke</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Rwanda: Learning to read, learning to live better"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/rwanda%20literacy_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/rwanda%20literacy_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/rwanda%20literacy_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/rwanda%20literacy_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/rwanda%20literacy_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/rwanda%20literacy_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Rwanda: Learning to read, learning to live better</h2> <p>Researchers are supporting adult learners in Rwanda to improve their life skills.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/rwanda-learning-to-read-means-learning-to-live-better">Read more about improving adult literacy levels in Rwanda</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Tackling greenhouse gasses in food production"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/farmers%20shaking%20hands_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/farmers%20shaking%20hands_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/farmers%20shaking%20hands_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/farmers%20shaking%20hands_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/farmers%20shaking%20hands_rdax_450x338.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/farmers%20shaking%20hands_rdax_450x338.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Tackling greenhouse gasses in food production</h2> <p>Researchers are working with food industry giants to tackle climate change associated with the global food chain.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/tackling-greenhouse-gas-emissions-in-food-production-with-the-cool-farm-tool">Read more about the Cool Farm Tool</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Protecting marine biodiversity with IP rights"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Sea_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Sea_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Sea_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Sea_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Sea_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Sea_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Protecting marine biodiversity with IP rights</h2> <p>Researchers are shaping an international approach to protecting and managing marine genetic resources.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/marine-biodiversity/">Read more about protecting marine biodiversity</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Using robotic surgery to improve patient outcomes"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/robotic_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/robotic_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/robotic_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/robotic_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/robotic_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/robotic_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Using robotic surgery to improve patient outcomes</h2> <p>Research is informing new guidelines about the use of robot-assisted procedures to treat prostate cancer.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/robotic-surgery/index.html">Read more about robotic surgery</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Influencing change and supporting survivors"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Drugs_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Drugs_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Drugs_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Drugs_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Drugs_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Drugs_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Influencing change and supporting survivors</h2> <p>Thalidomide research at the University has enhanced understanding of the drug and led to compensation for hundreds of survivors.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/supporting-thalidomide-survivors/">Read more about thalidomide research</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Uncovering indigenous Alaskan settlements"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Nunalleq_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Nunalleq_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Nunalleq_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Nunalleq_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Nunalleq_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Nunalleq_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Uncovering indigenous Alaskan settlements</h2> <p>Researchers discovered and preserved the largest ever collection of pre-contact Yup'ik artefacts and helped the community strengthen its cultural heritage.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/uncovering-indigenous-settlements/index.html">Read more about discovering Alaskan settlements</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Using new methodology to improve energy efficiency"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Renewable_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Renewable_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Renewable_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Renewable_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Renewable_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Renewable_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Using new methodology to improve energy efficiency</h2> <p>A new software tool has been developed to improve the design and efficiency of Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/improving-energy-efficiency/index.html">Read more about Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Uncovering Sir Walter Scott's creative inspiration"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Abbotsford_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Abbotsford_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Abbotsford_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Abbotsford_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Abbotsford_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Abbotsford_4_3_rdax_450x338.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Uncovering Sir Walter Scott's creative inspiration</h2> <p>Our research held the key to better understanding the relationship between Walter Scott's collections and his writing.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/walter-scott/index.html">Read more about Sir Walter Scott's inspiration</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Unlocking archives to interrogate medieval law"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Burgh_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Burgh_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Burgh_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Burgh_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Burgh_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Burgh_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Unlocking archives to interrogate medieval law</h2> <p>Our researchers created an online tool that is now one of the best resources for exploring medieval life in Europe.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/unlocking-archives/index.html">Read more about unlocking archives</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Sowing seeds of safety with non-technical skills"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Field_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Field_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Field_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Field_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Field_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Field_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Sowing seeds of safety with non-technical skills</h2> <p>Researchers have created guidance materials and practical tools that aim to improve safety in the farming industry.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/seeds-of-safety/index.html">Read more about safety in the farming industry</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Improving eye care with policy reform"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Eye_test_machine_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Eye_test_machine_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Eye_test_machine_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Eye_test_machine_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Eye_test_machine_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Eye_test_machine_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Improving eye care with policy reform</h2> <p>Our researchers examined the success of Scotland's free eye care policy to raise awareness of social inequalities.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/improving-eye-care/">Read more about improving eye care</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Unearthing oil and gas within volcanic landscapes"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/volcanic_sills_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/volcanic_sills_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/volcanic_sills_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/volcanic_sills_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/volcanic_sills_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/volcanic_sills_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Unearthing oil and gas within volcanic landscapes</h2> <p>By analysing volcanic rocks under the seabed, our researchers are identifying potential areas for oil and gas exploration.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/unearthing-potential/">Read more about unearthing oil and gas</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Understanding eruptions with thermal imaging"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/3d_thermal_image_43_rdax_450x337.PNG"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/3d_thermal_image_43_rdax_450x337.PNG"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/3d_thermal_image_43_rdax_450x337.PNG"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/3d_thermal_image_43_rdax_450x337.PNG"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/3d_thermal_image_43_rdax_450x337.PNG"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/3d_thermal_image_43_rdax_450x337.PNG" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Understanding eruptions with thermal imaging</h2> <p>Our researchers have used innovative technology to create the world's first 3D thermal image of an active volcano.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/volcanic-eruptions/index.html">Read more about understanding eruptions</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Remembering war with musical collaboration"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/PlayforPeace_43_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/PlayforPeace_43_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/PlayforPeace_43_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/PlayforPeace_43_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/PlayforPeace_43_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/PlayforPeace_43_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Remembering war with musical collaboration</h2> <p>Musicians from around the world formed an international orchestra to commemorate the First World War with a special composition.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/remembering-war/index.html">Read more about remembering war</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Saving sight with drugs derived from sharks"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Sharks_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Sharks_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Sharks_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Sharks_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Sharks_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Sharks_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Saving sight with drugs derived from sharks</h2> <p>A University spinout developed innovative, non-invasive medical technology for treating inflammatory diseases.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/saving-sight/index.html">Read more about saving sight</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Planning windfarms with carbon calculations"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Windfarm%20sunset_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Windfarm%20sunset_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Windfarm%20sunset_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Windfarm%20sunset_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Windfarm%20sunset_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Windfarm%20sunset_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Planning windfarms with carbon calculations</h2> <p>A tool was developed to examine the environmental impact of peatland windfarms on carbon emissions.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/peatland-windfarms/index.html">Read more about planning windfarms</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container"> <div class="feature_2box"> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Reducing emissions with 'stackable' cars"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Esprit_4x3_rdax_450x337.JPG"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Esprit_4x3_rdax_450x337.JPG"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/Esprit_4x3_rdax_450x337.JPG"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Esprit_4x3_rdax_450x337.JPG"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/Esprit_4x3_rdax_450x337.JPG"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/Esprit_4x3_rdax_450x337.JPG" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Reducing emissions with 'stackable' cars</h2> <p>Our researchers supported a project to reduce pollution, congestion and emissions in urban areas.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/stackable-cars/index.html">Read more about reducing emissions</a> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <aside class="feature_box" aria-label="Feature box: Influencing food policy with arsenic testing"> <div class="feature_box_wrapper"> <div class="feature_image"> <div> <picture class="imgproxy"><source media="(min-width: 860px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/ricecrop_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 640px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/ricecrop_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 481px)" srcset="/img/200x/research/feature-images/ricecrop_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source media="(min-width: 251px)" srcset="/img/450x/research/feature-images/ricecrop_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><source srcset="/img/250x/research/feature-images/ricecrop_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg"><img src="/img/450x/research/feature-images/ricecrop_4_3_rdax_450x337.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy"></picture> </div> </div> <div class="feature_content"> <h2>Influencing food policy with arsenic testing</h2> <p>New methodologies for measuring levels of inorganic arsenic led to changes in food regulation around the world.</p> <div class="feature_more"> <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/stories/influencing-food-policy/index.html">Read more about influencing food 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