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Beyond Boundaries

By: University of Aberdeen
  • Summary

  • A close-up view of the ground breaking research and teaching at the University of Aberdeen. In each episode of Beyond Boundaries, Aberdeen students introduce you to diverse and pioneering experts from across the university. Hit 'play' to expand your horizons Beyond Boundaries. To learn more about studying at the University of Aberdeen, and to see a digital prospectus, please visit https://www.abdn.ac.uk/
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Episodes
  • Your brain on social media: are you an internet addict?
    Jul 26 2024

    Ever worry that you're addicted to scrolling on social media? It turns out there is a big difference between 'an addiction' and 'a habit'.

    Get all the answers - and top tips on cracking your social media habit - with Dr Helen Knight from the University of Aberdeen's School of Psychology.

    Learn more about studying at the University of Aberdeen, and find a prospectus here.

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    27 mins
  • How can the law keep pace with AI?
    Jul 26 2024

    Our next generation of lawyers face an enormous new challenge: how to keep pace with rapidly advancing artificial intelligence.

    For example, how can we legislate for 'deathbots', where someone’s online activity can be uploaded to an avatar to imitate their conversational style after they have died?

    Understanding and staying ahead of technology is a big passion for Dr Patricia Živković. She is a senior lecturer in Aberdeen's prestigious School of Law.

    Learn more about studying at the University of Aberdeen, and find a prospectus here.

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    22 mins
  • Designer babies? The future and ethics of assisted reproduction
    Jul 26 2024

    What rights should parents have to select characteristics for their unborn babies?

    This and other questions arise, as technologies advance, and interventions in pregnancy and maternity become more common-place.

    The University of Aberdeen has been at the forefront of guiding effective and ethical assisted reproduction for decades.

    Our expert for this episode is Prof Siladitya Bhattacharya (often known as just Bhatty). He is a University Vice Principal and former head of Aberdeen's state-of-the-art School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition.

    Learn more about studying at the University of Aberdeen, and find a prospectus here.

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    22 mins

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