Friday 12 October 2012
News
Vice-Chancellor visits: From South Korea to Northern Ireland
Professor Dame Glynis Breakwell, Vice-Chancellor, has just returned from overseas visits to South Korea and Northern Ireland.
Departmental visits start with Chemistry on Monday (15 October).
Bath MBA second in UK and in top 25 globally
Bath has once again taken its place amongst the top 25 global elite of MBA programmes in the latest edition of The Economist’s Which MBA? ranking. Bath has also retained its position of second in the UK.
Internal Homepage - how could it work better for you?
Please give us your views so that we can develop improvements that work best for you.
FILM: Medalists celebrations event a great success
This week staff and students celebrated the achievements of our London 2012 medalists at a special event in the Founders Hall.
Executive Committee: Sep statement of business | Jul summary outcomes
The latest information from Executive Committee.
Bath-based internet pioneer awarded prestigious Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) medal
A leading Bath-based software entrepreneur who has innovated the computer networking industry for over 25 years has been awarded a prestigious IET achievement award.
University Challenge - we beat Liverpool
Watch again BBC2's University Challenge where we beat the University of Liverpool to progress into the next round.
Context and problem-based learning resources for undergraduate students successfully trialled
Dr Gan Shermer of the Department of Chemistry has successfully developed and trialled context & problem-based learning resources for undergraduates, focusing on the design and development of a simulated fireworks display.
£3,000 Institution of Mechanical Engineers scholarship awarded to promising young engineer
Bath mechanical engineering student Thomas Pearce has been named as one of the most promising young engineers in the country.
Syrian student’s family tragedy inspires charity run
The tragic story of a Syrian postgraduate student who lost seven members of his family in the Syrian Conflict has inspired his colleagues to run the Cardiff Half Marathon, in aid of a relief charity working to help other victims.
Memorial Service for Gaby Miron-Buchacra - Friday 19 October
Collegues, friends and staff are invited to attend a short memorial service for Carmen Gabriela (Gaby) Miron-Buchacra, a fifth-year PhD student, who died in June.
Research
Film: Collaborative research to improve hybrid systems for diesel vans
Dr Chris Brace and his team have been working with Ashwoods Automotive Ltd. to develop a new generation of hybrid systems for diesel vans.
Study gives clues to causes of Motor Neurone Disease
Dr Vasanta Subramanian and Professor Ravi Acharya are one step further to understanding the role of one of the proteins that causes the neurodegenerative disorder.
Snake venom could be used to design new heart disease drugs
Research led by Professor Ravi Acharya has identified two possible new routes for developing novel drugs for high blood pressure and heart disease.
A review by Professor Chris Martin of evidence into Quantitative Easing has shown that the Government’s hope that it will pull the UK out of recession may be unfounded.
Marine worms reveal the deepest evolutionary patterns
The study of marine worms could offer a more solid understanding of evolutionary patterns and processes, according to new research by the Universities of Bath and Lincoln.
University researchers helping to improve wellbeing of isolated older people
Researcher Dr Afroditi Stathi is working with a local charity on new initiatives to help older people improve their health and wellbeing.
Employers play an important role in changing retirement behaviour
Research by Dr Andrew Weyman has highlighted the key role played by employers in influencing people’s decisions over retirement and extending working life.
Tobacco Research Group embraces social media
The University’s Tobacco Control Research Group has opened up its research to new audiences using social media.
Institute of Physics' Public Engagement grants deadline - Monday 22 October
The public engagement grant scheme provides up to £1,500 to individuals and organisations running physics-based events and activities in the UK and Ireland.
Contextualising your research – free workshop Wednesday 31 October
Sophie Duncan (Deputy Director of the National Coordinating Centre for Public Engagement) will co-deliver a course aimed at demonstrating the benefits for researchers engaging with the social context of their work.
Learning & Teaching
Launch of the 'Leading the Enhancement of Assessment Practises' (LEAP) project: Enhancing assessment practices
This new institution-wide LEAP project aims to support departments in transforming assessment and feedback practices through the use of new technologies.
Using social media in research and academic - Friday 26 October
This session is the first in a series of short briefings that will take place on different aspects of social media, and how they can be of use in research and academia.
New e-resource launches for new Foundation Degree students
Stepping into Higher Education is designed to help students adapt to higher education and develop effective academic practices during and after their induction programme.
Bookings are now open for the PGSkills programme 2012/13
The Researcher Development Unit have now launched the 2012/13 programme of skills training for Doctoral students at Bath.
Staff training & development
Coaching conversations - TODAY (Friday 12 October)
Help others to develop, empower them to take responsibility and learn techniques for giving effective, constructive feedback.
Customer care for front desk & reception roles - Thursday 18 October
Know how to deal professionally and effectively with customers, however difficult they may be, and reduce your own stress levels at the same time.
Mental health first aid - Thursday 8 November
This course is aimed at all staff but particularly those who support students' well-being.
Why not study a foreign language in your lunch hour?
Lunchtime language classes are now available at the Foreign Languages Centre
for £62.
Programme of staff development courses for 2012
Jobs
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Information
Saying farewell to Faith ButtFriends and colleagues are invited to celebrate Faith's retirement by joining her for drinks and canapés in the Claverton Rooms on Wednesday 24 October from 3.30pm.
SPSS users - update to Version 20 before 31 December
We are requesting that all Lecturers & Researchers upgrade their software and teaching materials to SPSS 20, before 31 December.
Balehaus: One-way system from Tuesday (16 October)
As works continue on the site we now need to safely manoeuvre the large ground floor panels into place. As a result, a wider one-way system across campus will be implemented.
In the media
Andrew Graves talks about the BAE merger, Radio 5 Live Morning Reports (Listen from 20.05-23.37) (Also on BBC Radio Bristol 1.50.34-1.53.04)
Chris Martin comments on the prospects for the economy, BBC Radio Bristol (Listen from 1.06.43-1.09.51)
Nicholas Waterfield comments on the Pseudomonas outbreak at Bristol Southmead hospital, BBC Radio Bristol (Listen from 39.24-42.50)
Andrew Graves discusses the possibility of the colonnades in Bath being turned into cafes and restaurants, BBC Radio Bristol (Listen from 1.56.45-1.58.03)
Bruce Morley discusses the effect of this year's poor harvests on the economy, BBC Radio Bristol (Listen from 2.41.47-2.47.09)
Chris Martin discusses his research on quantitative easing, BBC Radio Wiltshire (Listen from 15.34-20.01)
Afroditi Stathi discusses the University’s involvement with the ‘Golden Oldies’, BBC Radio Somerset (Listen from 23.13-28.50)
Chris James comments on school governing and the importance of recruitment to school governing bodies, BBC News (Also on BBC Radio Kent 1.48.00-1.50.34)
Andrew Graves speaks about the recall of vehicles at Honda, BBC Radio Wiltshire (Listen again from 1.04.36-1.10.03)
Paul Gregg discusses the current state of unemployment, The Brotherhood Library Current Awareness Portal
Hugh Lauder comments on the significance of a university degree in the future of the international jobs market, The Australian
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Kevin Edge speaks to BBC Points West about Bath ranking third in the Sunday Times University Guide.
Alison Walker explains why more girls should study Physics, BBC Radio Wiltshire.
David Miller: BBC inquiry into liberal bias must be independent, Guardian
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Events
Public lecture: the role of art in church - Wednesday 17 OctoberArt History and Cultural Theory lecturer Dr Jonathan Koestlé-Cate will examine how modern art continues to play a significant role in the life of the church.
Jolly’s fundraising event in aid of Cancer Research at Bath - Tuesday 23 October
Jolly’s Department Store in Bath is hosting a fund-raising event in aid of Cancer Research at Bath (CR@B).
Work perks
Omnibus staff society events programme
- Day trip to Cardiff for culture or Christmas shopping, contact Jane Heywood - Saturday 24 November
- Victorian Festival of Christmas, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, contact Margaret Pickering - Saturday 1 December
- Aladdin Christmas Pantomime at Bristol Hippodrome - Sunday 30 December
Arts
Upcoming events:
Booking Opens - ICIA's new Autumn Season
Call for Talented Young Musicians aged 16-25 - ICIA are looking for musicians grade 8+ to audition for its Chamber music Project starting 17 October.
Theatre
- Kilter Theatre- The Last Post - Thursday 11-Saturday 13 October
- BUST - The Danny Crowe Show - Friday 12-Sunday 14 October
- Bill Aitchison - Vinyl - Saturday 20 October
Dance
- New dance classes added - African & Caribbean Dance and Jazz Dance now available
Talks
- Dinu Li and Katie Hill in conversation, followed by exhibition preview - Tuesday 16 October
Exhibition
- Nella Mia Fantasia- Wednesday 17 October
Event
- Pinhole photography - Saturday 13 & 20 October
Event
- Katy Carr - Saturday 27 October
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Sport
Netball Superleague tickets go on sale
Tickets have now gone on sale today for Team Bath’s first home fixtures in the 2013 Superleague.
Will you run the Bath Half Marathon for our Zambia IDEALS project?
Why don’t you fund raise and gain sponsorship for one of the University’s Volunteer Projects and join us in Bath’s Half Marathon's corporation challenge?