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Published: Thursday 21 August 2025
RGU shines a light on how human factors can improve safety in offshore wind
As the offshore wind industry accelerates to meet global energy and climate goals, researchers at RGU have published a groundbreaking study aimed at supporting safety, wellbeing, and performance for wind technicians working in high-risk environments.
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Published: Wednesday 20 August 2025
RGU researchers to explore role of PV systems on historic buildings
RGU is part of a major research project that focuses on the best ways to integrate photovoltaic (PV) technology into Scotland’s historic structures.
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Starts: Monday 13 October 2025
Developing Cross-cultural Rural Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in the North Atlantic
Aberdeen Business School and RGU Orkney are delighted to welcome Lisa Luken from University of Southern Maine, USA, to share her insight into Cross-cultural entrepreneurship in rural entrepreneurial ecosystems in the North Atlantic.