Sex, bugs and rock n’roll — University ecologist hits Glastonbury
June 23, 2016
There’s no shortage of mud at Glastonbury this week so The University of Nottingham’s Open Air Laboratories Community Scientist is in her element bringing soil science and other ecological messages to festival goers. Dr Sarah Pierce from the School of Life Sciences is part of a team of experts from the British Ecological Society taking their …
Why is tonight’s full moon called a Strawberry Moon?
June 20, 2016
Want to know why tonight’s full moon is called a Strawberry Moon? Dr Julian Onions, who is studying galactic computer simulation in the School of Physics and Astronomy, has the answer. Tonight (well strictly noon 12:02 June 20th if we’re going to be pedantic) the moon is full again. This happens about 12 and a bit …
Visit to Central College, Nottingham with Lilian Greenwood MP
June 16, 2016
Dr Rebecca Dewey, Research Fellow in Neuroimaging at the University of Nottingham, gives an invited talk at Central College, Nottingham to a class of science students and Lilian Greenwood MP. Central College, Nottingham is one of the Royal Society’s Associate Schools and Colleges (https://royalsociety.org/grants-schemes-awards/associate-schools/). The Royal Society also runs a unique pairing scheme (http://royalsociety.org/training/pairing-scheme/) in …
Walking the Robin Hood Way to help detect breast cancer early
June 7, 2016
As the University’s Life Cycle 6 team recovers from 170 miles in the saddle to warm up for the main event in August, Denise Kendrick, Professor of Primary Care Research in the School of Medicine, is about to put on her walking boots and gearing up for her own gruelling challenge to support the charitable …
…and they’re off – Life Cycle 6 heads off on 170 mile warm up!
June 3, 2016
A team of 32 University of Nottingham staff, students and friends set off this morning to cycle the Way of the Roses to help raise £1 million for life-changing breast cancer research. The team are riding Britain’s most popular coast-to-coast cycling challenges – a very hilly 170-mile route from Bridlington, through the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds and Lune …
Imagining a dementia-friendly University of Nottingham
May 18, 2016
This week The University of Nottingham will become a dementia-friendly institution. Professor Justine Schneider, Professor of Mental Health and Social Care, in our Faculty of Social Sciences, writes about this official recognition of the University’s commitment to raise awareness, improve working practices and pioneer world-class research to tackle this debilitating condition. There is something apposite about a university – …
Eddie Izzard and me: Sore feet, ice baths and fundraising challenges
May 17, 2016
On Friday Eddie Izzard is coming to Nottingham Lakeside Arts with his show Force Majeure 333. Not only will he be delivering his stand up show in three languages (German, French and English) but 25 per cent of ticket sales will be donated to Life Cycle 6 – the University’s annual fundraising campaign, raising funds for …
Accolades for academics who are changing our lives for the better
May 6, 2016
From smart wheels for aircraft to biological bandages to prevent blindness academics from The University of Nottingham were recognised last night for their achievements in helping to solve some of the world’s pressing problems. The University’s Knowledge Exchange and Impact Awards recognised the new ideas and technologies being developed in collaboration with industry and commerce …
Puppy power helps students relax during exam period
April 29, 2016
When I walked into work and was given the option of sitting at my desk or going to spend some time with some guide dog puppies, I’ve got to say – the decision was pretty easy. Particularly as I’m a dog lover. Seems I wasn’t the only one who like the idea. As I walked to …
In pictures: the Queen on campus
April 21, 2016
As we celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday, we’ve taken a look through the archives to bring you a selection of photographs that document occasions when Her Majesty has visited The University of Nottingham. Flag-waving crowds eagerly awaited the arrival of The Queen who visited University Park campus on 28 July 1977. Her Majesty was also …
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