15 September 2006
NEWS
Wearing a helmet can put cyclists more at risk
Cyclists who wear protective helmets are more likely to be struck by passing vehicles, new research by Ian Walker (Psychology) suggests.
New study of Solar System speculates on life on other planets
A comprehensive review by leading scientists about our Solar System which speculates on the possibility of life on other planets has been published. It is co-edited by Philippe Blondel (Physics).
University's green energy research showcased at Glasgow Science Exhibition
Research into sustainable energy by scientists in the Department of Chemistry has this week been showcased at the Royal Society's inaugural Glasgow Science Exhibition.
University's 40th Anniversary Commemoration Service
All staff and students are invited to the Commemoration Service in Bath Abbey on 25 October to mark the 40th anniversary of the University.
Sunday Times Guide rates us in the top dozen
The University has maintained its position as one of the UK's top universities when it was ranked 11th in The Sunday Times University Guide, published last weekend. Partnership agreement to help with commercialisation of research
Researchers at the University with an interest in turning discoveries into commercial enterprises will have access to additional expertise and investment, thanks to a long-term partnership between the University and the IP Group, the publicly quoted intellectual property commercialisation company.
Academic fosters links with Japan
John Fossey (Chemistry) has been appointed as an associate of the executive committee of the UK Japan Society for the Promotion of Science alumni association.
Novel nail file wins Bath graduate a place on the high street
Bath graduate Tom Pellereau has developed a new type of nail file that is being sold in Superdrug stores across the UK.
Latest news from the School of Management
A round-up of
the latest stories about the School, its staff, students and alumni.
RETIREMENTS
- Professor Peter Redfern, Acting Director of the School for Health, will be retiring at the end of September after 38 years at the University.
- Margaret Lewington, Secretarial Assistant to the Acting University Secretary, will be retiring at the end of September after 18 years at the University.
topˆ INFORMATION
Do you organise events on campus?
Many events are organised across the campus. If you are an organiser and you feel that your event may impact upon other University services e.g. car parking, security, accommodation, catering etc., please follow this simple guide to assist in the coordination of events.
New Starters in August 2006
A monthly update to let everyone on campus know about new members of staff. The New Starters update gives the name, job title and department of all new permanent members of staff at the University.
Positive Use of Language leaflet
The University has recently produced a 'Positive Use of Language' leaflet, which is currently being distributed to all members of staff and will be available to all students. It is an update of the ‘Non-discriminatory Language' leaflet, which has been developed in consultation with the Equalities and Diversity Committee. The leaflet assists in the University's pursuit of its corporate aims of supporting equality and diversity, and striving for understanding and mutual support within the University community, by raising awareness about how language can foster or detract from these aims, and promoting good practice amongst members of the organisation. Honorary Degree Nominations
The next round of nominations for the award of honorary degrees will be considered by the Honorary Degrees Committee on Monday 4 December 2006. The deadline for nominations is
Friday 17 November 2006.
Wessex House bank precinct closed this weekend
The Wessex House precinct near the banks and Endsleigh insurance will be closed to enable the existing floor to be removed and a new floor to be laid from 1pm on Saturday 16 September until 8am on Monday 18 September 2006. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Eastwood kitchens
The refurbishment of the kitchens in Eastwood halls of residence is now complete.
UBSA West Somerset Railway Day Trip - Saturday 23 September
Coach departs East car park Park and ride at 7:30am to West Somerset Railway where the steam train leaves at 10:25am to Minehead; arriving at 11:40am.
Return steam train departs Minehead at 3:55pm for return coach back to the University campus.
Coach fare £7.50;
train fare adult £10.50, child £5.25, seniors £10.10.
Bookings: Giles Peters by e-mail only g.r.k.peters@bath.ac.uk
Half-term Playscheme
The Playscheme
will run from Monday 23-Friday 27 October at St Martins Garden Primary School from 8.30am-5.30pm.
Cost: £8 a day for students; £15 a day for staff. (Parents are welcome to use the Care4 Voucher Scheme)
Jobs
Vacant posts: www.bath.ac.uk/jobs
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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- Ian Walker (Psychology) has been in great demand about his research into how wearing a helmet increases a cyclist's chances of collision with a vehicle. He has given TV interviews on ITV West & BBC South, and has spoken on ten radio stations. The research has received extensive press coverage worldwide including: South Africa, New Zealand, Norway, Germany, Denmark, Romania, Canada, USA, India, Bahrain and Australia.
- Chris Budd (Mathematical Sciences) appeared on BBC News 24 in respect of the lecture he gave at the BA Festival of Science which claimed maths is as creative as the arts.
- Philippe Blondel (Physics) spoke on BBC Radio Humberside about the new book he has co-edited on the Solar System.
- Tom Pellereau (Mechanical Engineering alumnus) talked about the new nail file he has designed on Bath FM.
- Philip Jones (Lifelong Learning) advertised the open evenings to launch new part-time courses at the University of Bath in Swindon on GWR.
WHAT'S ON NEXT WEEK
Monday 18
All week Stochastic Complex Systems Conference
Tuesday 19
09:30 AM Facing uncertainty with confidence
Thursday 21
09:00 AM Drug Discovery Conference
18:30 PM Swindon Innovation Centre & Wired West Event
Friday 22
09:00 AM Mobile TV, Silicon South West Event
Saturday 23
07:30 AM UBSA West Somerset Railway Trip
topˆ ARTS
The new creative arts brochure for events and classes organised by the ICIA is now available. Call into the ICIA Office on the Parade for your copy or
email ICIAinfo@bath.ac.uk to be added to the mailing list. Booking is now open. An online version of the brochure will be available shortly.
Weekly classes
- Dance: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Street and Contemporary
- Visual Arts: Painting, Drawing, Life Drawing and Ceramics
- Music: DJ skills, Big Band
topˆ EXHIBITIONS
R5: Proposed new student accommodation | Claverton Rooms
The Department of Estates is running an exhibition, which includes plans and images, of the proposed extension to the Eastwood student housing village, to be constructed to the east of Solsbury Court.
The Golden Age of British Painting | Till 24 September | Holburne Museum
The years from around 1700 to 1840 in Britain are considered by many to be one of the Golden Ages of European art. During this period, art in Britain was transformed: a country of generally conservative and provincial tastes, served by immigrant artists from the continent, became one that produced its own outstanding painters, whose work was admired and imitated throughout Europe and North America.
Free entry to staff & students DanceSCAPES | Till 13 October | ICIA Art Space 1 & 2
A unique photography exhibition specially commissioned by Dance South West & Arts Council England South West is shown as part of the Big Dance 2006, a national celebration of dance across the UK between 15 & 23 July 2006. Leading photographer Kevin Clifford was invited to combine the beauty of the West Country with the imagination and talent of the region's most creative dance artists. ICIA at the University of Bath is the only venue in the south west to exhibit the full series of photographs.
Free entry topˆ
Late flurry gives TeamBath FC first home win of season
TeamBath secured their first win in five games on Saturday when they beat Corby Town 3-2 in the British Gas Business Southern Football League Premier Division.
Football / Shane Francis Patrick Aherne - A tribute
A minute's silence was held at Twerton Park on Saturday in advance of TeamBath's match with Corby Town in memory of Shane Francis Patrick Aherne who sadly passed away as the result of an accident on 2 September. The players stood with heads bowed in the breezy sunlight to pay tribute to Shane who recently graduated from the University of Bath with a 2:1 in Politics and Economics. topˆ |
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