School pupils from across the north-east marked International Pathology Day with a trip to Robert Gordon University.
The Royal College of Pathologists is encouraging scientists around the UK to highlight career opportunities in the field – which studies the causes and effects of diseases.
In total, 24 pupils from S3 and S4 at schools in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire paid a visit to the university’s labs to conduct a series of experiments.
Biomedical Science lecturer Anna Lindahal from the university’s School of Pharmacy and Life Science said: “I am delighted to see so many young people from across the north-east interested in science and pathology.
“The workshops we laid on were not just great fun, but they also gave pupils an idea of what it would be like studying, and then working in the field.
“They had an opportunity to see RGU’s facilities and speak to the staff, as well as meet real-life pathologists who work for the NHS Grampian.”
Northfield Academy pupil Calvin Dunbar, 15, said: “I really enjoyed the visit to RGU, the experiments were very educational and I learned a lot throughout the day. The lab equipment is first class and it was great to see that there are so many different career options if you study science subjects at university.”
Mintlaw Academy pupil Nicola Goodey, 14, added: “It’s been a very interesting day working in the labs as the experiments are very different to what we do at school. The lecturers showed us how to look at blood using the powerful microscopes.”
The secondary schools which took part in the visit on November 18 included Albyn School, Alford Academy, Harlaw Academy, Hazlehead Academy, Northfield Academy and Mintlaw Academy.
