The University of Aberdeen’s challenge-led research has been addressing the world’s biggest challenges for centuries. Our globally excellent and locally relevant research has provided impactful solutions in medicine, science and engineering, law, social sciences, arts and humanities. We build capability and capacity through interdisciplinary collaboration and engage with stakeholders across government, industry and community to ensure we build sustainable partnerships to tackle major societal challenges.
The University has committed to addressing five interdisciplinary challenges of our time. These urgent and wide-ranging problems require complex solutions, which draw on both theoretical and applied knowledge.
Energy Transition
Social Inclusion and Cultural Diversity
Environment and Biodiversity
Data and Artificial Intelligence
Health, Nutrition and Wellbeing
We have the expertise to face these particular challenges, which speak directly to our region, our society and our century. We will engage with them collaboratively, combining ideas and approaches across our areas of excellence. As we work, we will also look ahead and identify new challenges for the future.
