Congratulations to the School of Psychology’s Emeritus Prof John Crawford who recently received the Barbara Wilson Lifetime Achievement Award from the British Psychological Society Division of Neuropsychology, in recognition of an outstanding contribution to neuropsychology.

On behalf of everyone in the School of Psychology, we are saddened to learn of the recent death of one of our former psychology graduates, Sir Ian Wood. Sir Ian graduated with a first class degree in psychology from the University of Aberdeen in 1964. truenorth.scot/sir-ian-wood

PhD opportunity 🚨 We’re recruiting 3 fully funded PhD studentships at @abdnpsych.bsky.social University of Aberdeen! Work on perception, social cognition & cognitive science in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment 🌍 Open to UK & international students Apply 👉 www.findaphd.com/phds/program...

#SocialSciences 'out and about'. Our Forensic #Psychology students had the opportunity to attend @abdnpsych.bsky.social's Forensic Psychology Careers Panel event yesterday. Fascinating speakers & lots of useful information about various careers. Thank you to Eva for organising & inviting us.

Are you a fan of the BBC hit reality competition The Traitors? Ever wondered how you would play the game inside the castle, or what is really happening in the contestants’ minds? In this special live event, four experts from the School of Psychology unpack the science behind The Traitors. 👇 1/2

University comic from researchers at the School of Psychology calls for improved menopause support in the workplace. Navigating Menopause in the Workplace aims to raise awareness and help ensure those who need support can access it at work. Read more: www.abdn.ac.uk/psychology/n...

New University comic calls for improved menopause support in the workplace

A student from the University of Aberdeen has come up with a creative way to educate the public and employers about the impacts of menopause - which could help more than 13 million women living with s...

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Scottish Vision Group 2026 meeting is coming! 👁️✨ April 10–12 | Nairn (near Inverness) Three days of vision science in beautiful northern Scotland. Registration and abstract deadline: February 21 www.scottishvisiongroup.org/svg2026.html #PsychSciSky #VisionScience #neuroskyence

We are delighted the School of Psychology, University of Aberdeen has received an Athena Swan Gold award! Read more: www.abdn.ac.uk/psychology/n...

During Founders’ Week, families can take part in hands-on, interactive activities exploring science, medicine, history, technology and creativity. Book your tickets now and join researchers from across the University of Aberdeen for a fun, family-friendly day!

Comics & Health: Informing and Evaluating the Design of Public Health Information Comics Claire Robertson, a PhD student in Psychology at the Uni of Aberdeen, is researching how public health comics can deliver accessible, engaging health information Read more: www.abdn.ac.uk/psychology/n...

Comics & Health: Informing and Evaluating the Design of Public Health Information Comics

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‘Granny knows best’: A new study shows older adults are better at reading emotions in real-world settings. Researchers say life experience helps them pick up tone of voice, body language, and facial expressions 🧠 Read more: www.abdn.ac.uk/psychology/n...

'Granny knows best': Study reveals older adults are better at reading emotions in the 'real world'

Older people are better at reading facial expressions than younger people in real-life situations, according to new research from the University of Aberdeen.

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[1/4] Did you know that the School of Psychology at the University of Aberdeen is the oldest psychology department in the UK? @uniofaberdeen.bsky.social

Congratulations to Professor Rhona Flin on being awarded a CBE in the King’s New Year Honours for services to research 🎉 Professor Flin's research examines human performance in high-risk work settings, focusing on non-technical skills, safety and emergency response. www.abdn.ac.uk/psychology/n...

Aberdeen psychologist awarded CBE in New Year Honours

Congratulations to Professor Rhona Flin who has been awarded a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the King's 2026 New Year Honours List.

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✨ Wishing you a very happy Christmas from the School of Psychology. May this festive season bring you rest, reflection, and meaningful moments with those who matter most. 🎄

Well done to everyone for getting through the exam period -  your hard work and perseverance have paid off! 🎄🎓

Please note that the University of Aberdeen will close on 🗓️ Friday 19th December and will reopen on Monday 5th January

Reminder about our project on fMRI/EEG on spatial/social cognition for the EastBio PhD studentship competition. fully-funded 4-year PhD, with Patric Bach and Rama Chakravarthi at @abdnpsych.bsky.social, and @moritzwurm.bsky.social at CIMeC, Italy. please share/get in touch Deadline: 15/12/2025

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Interested in a PhD in EEG/fMRI of spatial/social cognition? Check out our project for the EastBio competition: fully-funded 4-year PhD, with Patric Bach and Rama Chakravarthi at @abdnpsych.bsky.social, and @moritzwurm.bsky.social at CIMeC, Italy. tinyurl.com/ypcb4m2c Deadline: 15/12/2025

Are you curious how the brain creates a stable visual world? Check out our four year EastBio PhD competition project with @mauromanassi.bsky.social, Rama Chakravarthi and Brett Cochrane at @abdnpsych.bsky.social! Info: tinyurl.com/2s9d4ucw Deadline: 15 Dec #PsychSciSky #VisionScience #neuroskyence

EastBio: Behavioral and neural mechanisms underlying visual stabilisation at University of Aberdeen on FindAPhD.com

PhD Project - EastBio: Behavioral and neural mechanisms underlying visual stabilisation at University of Aberdeen , listed on FindAPhD.com

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With exam season coming up, here’s a reminder that the University offers a number of locations perfect for studying, including the Sir Duncan Rice Library and the Taylor Library. Remember to bring your Student ID card for access! Find more about study spaces here: www.abdn.ac.uk/students/sup...

Interested in a PhD in EEG/fMRI of spatial/social cognition? Check out our project for the EastBio competition: fully-funded 4-year PhD, with Patric Bach and Rama Chakravarthi at @abdnpsych.bsky.social, and @moritzwurm.bsky.social at CIMeC, Italy. tinyurl.com/ypcb4m2c Deadline: 15/12/2025

EastBio: Neurocognitive mechanisms of altercentric perception and visual perspective taking at University of Aberdeen on FindAPhD.com

PhD Project - EastBio: Neurocognitive mechanisms of altercentric perception and visual perspective taking at University of Aberdeen , listed on FindAPhD.com

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Did you know the University of Aberdeen’s School of Psychology offers EDI Summer Internships for undergraduates? 🧠 Fourth-year student Grace Vickers evaluated accessibility and inclusivity in teaching materials, supervised by Dr Zeshu Shao. Read more: www.abdn.ac.uk/psychology/s...

It’s International Students’ Day🧑🎓Today we celebrate and appreciate student diversity, and acknowledge the challenges that may be faced by international students. Find out about support for international students here: www.aberdeen-isc.ac.uk/internationa...

BBC Children in Need Appeal Night takes place today💛 The charity have put together a number of resources and supported local initiatives aimed at helping children with their mental wellbeing. Find out about their work and how to offer support here: www.bbcchildreninneed.co.uk/changing-liv...

"We Too!" is an Aberdeen-based charity and social enterprise in Scotland that empowers families of children with disabilities by providing information, training, and support. Come to the Sir Duncan Rice Library from 12-2pm on Thursday 20th November to find out more www.abdn.ac.uk/students/eve...

This week is Anti-Bullying Week🤝 The theme ‘Power for Good’ encourages young people to speak out and support others. If you, or somebody you know, is being affected by bullying, visit www.abdn.ac.uk/about/inclus...

MCR Pathways change lives through mentoring. Visit them in the Sir Duncan Rice Library from 12pm to 2pm on Thursday 13th of November and speak to their friendly team to find out more www.abdn.ac.uk/students/eve...

Today is Stress Awareness Day🧠 Understanding your stressors and how to manage them is vital for supporting your mental wellbeing. If you are feeling overwhelmed, it is important to seek support: www.abdn.ac.uk/students/sup...

This week is Number Confidence Week! The University of Aberdeen’s Student Learning Service offers Maths & Stats Support, including guides and video tutorials, along with one-to-one support with an advisor, and weekly drop-in sessions: www.abdn.ac.uk/students/aca...

Professor Amelia Hunt from the School of Psychology, recently visited Xinxiang, China to deliver a keynote address at the 10th China International Conference on Eye Movements (CICEM). We’re proud to see our researchers sharing their work on an international stage! 🌏

November is Career Development Month, dedicated to emphasising the importance of taking steps to enhance your career prospects and plan for your future career. The Careers and Employability Service offers a number of services to prepare students for their career: www.abdn.ac.uk/careers/

What can The Celebrity Traitors teach us about unconscious bias?🔍🧠 Dr Doug Martin from the School of Psychology spoke to BBC Bitesize about social bias, and how it might be influencing the players on The Celebrity Traitors! www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/art...

What can The Celebrity Traitors teach us about unconscious bias? - BBC Bitesize

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