“By creating we think, by living we learn” Patrick Geddes
29/11/2011
Stephen Fry backs a new University of Dundee Award in his name
The University of Dundee are delighted to announce details of the first ever Stephen Fry Award for Excellence in Public Engagement with the University's Research.
This annual award recognises the work of our outstanding communicators in improving understanding of the research and practice of the University to a wider audience. The recipient/s will receive £1500 prize money to use towards their future communication activities. Deadline for applications is 16th December 2011
24/11/2011
New Generation Thinkers of 2012
The AHRC and BBC Radio 3 are looking for applications for the New Generation Thinkers of 2012.
Up to sixty successful applicants will have a chance to develop their programme-making ideas with experienced BBC producers at a series of dedicated workshops and, of these up to ten will become Radio 3's resident New Generation Thinkers. They will benefit from a unique opportunity to develop their own programmes for BBC Radio 3 and a chance to regularly appear on air. The deadline for applications is midnight on Wednesday December 7th.
03/10/2011
STEM Ambassadors Scheme comes to Dundee
The STEM ambassadors scheme in a nationwide project that provides researchers from all scientific backgrounds the chance to work with schools and the public. The scheme is free and sends you details of events that fit your areas of interest. Our local co-ordinator is Dundee Science Centre.
26/9/2011
Women in Science Festival 2012
The Women in Science Festival runs every year in Dundee in March and we're currently planning our programme for next year. If you're interested in holding an event to inspire young women to work in science, or to celebrate or encourage female scientists get in touch at revealingresearch@dundee.ac.uk
Please see the Cafe Science Dundee and Dundee Arts Cafe websites to find out about fun and inspiring events in your local area.
Does Humanitarian Intervention Work?
Where? The McManus Cafe, Albert Square
When? Tuesday 6th December, 6pm
In this Dundee Arts Cafe talk, Dr. Norrie MacQueen will discuss what 'proper' humanitarian intervention is and whether it serves any useful purpose.
Discovery Days 2012
Where? Dalhousie Building, University of Dundee, Old Hawkhill
When? Thursday 12th and Friday 13th January
ReNEWable Energy and Climate Change
Where? Dundee Science Centre, Greenmarket, DD1 4QB
When? Wednesday 11th January, 6pm
In this discussion Geoff Wood will ask your opinions on renewable energy and climate change.
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