http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/ University of Bath Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:40:08 GMT en-gb web-support@bath.ac.uk (Web Support) http://www.bath.ac.uk/graphics/logos/bathpod.jpg http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/ University of Bath Podcasts from the University of Bath's public lecture series where leading names from the worlds of science, humanities and engineering talk about the latest research in their field. An ongoing series of public lectures on everything from astrophysics to world poverty. Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:40:08 GMT Science Politics Health Technology Education Culture Current Affairs Life no University of BathScience & MedicineNews & PoliticsTechnology http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid143 June Ward talks about the charity Hounds for Heroes. Thu, 17 May 2012 12:05:23 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no June Ward talks about the charity Hounds for Heroes. 2012-05-17 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid142 University's Director of Sport Stephen Baddeley introduces a series of speakers celebrating the University's journey to become one of the UK's leading centres for high-performance sport and a key player in preparation for the 2012 London Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. Wed, 16 May 2012 21:48:57 GMT http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/03/26/foundersdaylecture/ 00:00:00 University of Bath no http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/03/26/foundersdaylecture/ University's Director of Sport Stephen Baddeley introduces a series of speakers celebrating the University's journey to become one of the UK's leading centres for high-performance sport and a key player in preparation for the 2012 London Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. 2012-05-16 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid141 Lord Rees of Ludlow talks about the history of the universe. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:25:51 GMT http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/03/05/founders-day-lecture-2/ 00:00:04 University of Bath no http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/03/05/founders-day-lecture-2/ Lord Rees of Ludlow talks about the history of the universe. 2012-04-19 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid140 Learning officer for the Bristol Dinosaur Project Ed Drewitt reveals another side to Peregrines, not only as majestic, aerial hunters but as opportunistic falcons living often nomadic lives. Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:40:08 GMT http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/03/07/urban-peregrines/ 00:00:03 University of Bath no http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/03/07/urban-peregrines/ Learning officer for the Bristol Dinosaur Project Ed Drewitt reveals another side to Peregrines, not only as majestic, aerial hunters but as opportunistic falcons living often nomadic lives. 2012-03-26 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid139 University of Bath librarian Howard Nicholson provides an outline of the history of public libraries. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:01:00 GMT http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/02/28/the-past-present-and-future-of-public-libraries/ 00:00:03 University of Bath no http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/02/28/the-past-present-and-future-of-public-libraries/ University of Bath librarian Howard Nicholson provides an outline of the history of public libraries. 2012-03-20 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid137 The President of the Child Poverty Action Group, Baroness Ruth Lister, gives an insight into poverty research in the UK. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:01:00 GMT http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/02/21/poverty-research-and-politics/ 00:00:03 University of Bath no http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/02/21/poverty-research-and-politics/ The President of the Child Poverty Action Group, Baroness Ruth Lister, gives an insight into poverty research in the UK. 2012-03-19 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid138 Professor Jane Millar introduces a showcase public lecture exploring three outstanding projects that highlight the research progress achieved through academia and industry collaboration. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:01:00 GMT http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/02/13/showcase-lecture/ 00:00:03 University of Bath no http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/02/13/showcase-lecture/ Professor Jane Millar introduces a showcase public lecture exploring three outstanding projects that highlight the research progress achieved through academia and industry collaboration. 2012-03-19 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid135 Dr James Bilzon discusses sports science research Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:01:00 GMT http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/02/14/james-bilzon-gulp/ 00:48:06 University of Bath no http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/02/14/james-bilzon-gulp/ Dr James Bilzon discusses sports science research 2012-03-07 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid134 Photographer and writer Roger Vlitos talks about Greco-mania Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:01:00 GMT http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/02/07/greco-mania/ 00:00:03 University of Bath no http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2012/02/07/greco-mania/ Photographer and writer Roger Vlitos talks about Greco-mania 2012-03-07 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid089 A freelance garden historian, Russell Bowes, will use the clues displayed or hidden in paintings to look at the major developments of gardening styles from ancient times to the present day. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:34:04 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no A freelance garden historian, Russell Bowes, will use the clues displayed or hidden in paintings to look at the major developments of gardening styles from ancient times to the present day. 2012-02-07 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid133 World-renowned pscyhologist, Professor Richard Ryan talks about why video games are so addictive and why people can't wait for the weekend. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:48:57 GMT 00:00:07 University of Bath no World-renowned pscyhologist, Professor Richard Ryan talks about why video games are so addictive and why people can't wait for the weekend. 2011-11-30 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid132 Professor Diana Worrall addresses our understanding of the Universe, and the largely uncharted structures that we find when we explore space. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:50:48 University of Bath no Professor Diana Worrall addresses our understanding of the Universe, and the largely uncharted structures that we find when we explore space. 2011-11-29 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid131 The Campaign for Social Science SW Regional Roadshow aims to raise the profile of social science in the public, media and Parliament, in context of changes to the funding of teaching and research. Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:01:00 GMT 01:13:33 University of Bath no The Campaign for Social Science SW Regional Roadshow aims to raise the profile of social science in the public, media and Parliament, in context of changes to the funding of teaching and research. 2011-11-21 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid129 Jon Stallworthy, Emeritus Professor of English Literature at Oxford University and Dr Jane Potter of Oxford Brookes University, discuss the lives of Ivor Gurbey and Wilfred Owen. Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:01:00 GMT 01:24:18 University of Bath no Jon Stallworthy, Emeritus Professor of English Literature at Oxford University and Dr Jane Potter of Oxford Brookes University, discuss the lives of Ivor Gurbey and Wilfred Owen. 2011-11-18 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid130 Professor Peter Bruce of the the University of St Andrews talks about the need for a step change in the performance of energy storage devices for the future in order to help us achieve a low-carbon world. Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:01:00 GMT 01:04:57 University of Bath no Professor Peter Bruce of the the University of St Andrews talks about the need for a step change in the performance of energy storage devices for the future in order to help us achieve a low-carbon world. 2011-11-18 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid128 Dr Jenny Balfour-Paul, honorary research fellow at the University of Exeter and fellow at the Royal Geographical Society and the Explorers Club, tells a compelling story of indigo, the world's oldest, most magical and best-loved dye. Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:59:21 University of Bath no Dr Jenny Balfour-Paul, honorary research fellow at the University of Exeter and fellow at the Royal Geographical Society and the Explorers Club, tells a compelling story of indigo, the world's oldest, most magical and best-loved dye. 2011-11-15 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid127 Alan Cotton, Honorary Professor of Art at the University of Bath, gives his inaugural lecture where he presents stories about people and places from his travels. Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:01:00 GMT 01:02:27 University of Bath no Alan Cotton, Honorary Professor of Art at the University of Bath, gives his inaugural lecture where he presents stories about people and places from his travels. 2011-11-14 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid126 Dr Roland Jones, a neuropharmacologist from the Department of Pharmacy and Pharmacology at the University of Bath, will explores the history of epilepsy Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Dr Roland Jones, a neuropharmacologist from the Department of Pharmacy and Pharmacology at the University of Bath, will explores the history of epilepsy 2011-11-03 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid124 Dan Johns, engineer for Bloodhound SSC, the latest attempt at the land speed World record, talks about his involvement with the project. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:46:14 University of Bath no Dan Johns, engineer for Bloodhound SSC, the latest attempt at the land speed World record, talks about his involvement with the project. 2011-10-26 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid125 Dr Amy Frost of the Bath Preservation Trust provides a deatailed biography of William Beckford Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:55:01 University of Bath no Dr Amy Frost of the Bath Preservation Trust provides a deatailed biography of William Beckford 2011-10-26 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid123 Garden historian Russell Bowes talks about the horticultural history of the tea bag, from its origins in the foothills of the Himalayas right through to the modern tea bag. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:55:51 University of Bath no Garden historian Russell Bowes talks about the horticultural history of the tea bag, from its origins in the foothills of the Himalayas right through to the modern tea bag. 2011-10-25 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid122 BIME President Baroness Masham of Ilton, who is also the Founder and President of the Spinal Injuries Association, and Dr Elizabeth White, Head of Research & Development at the College of Occupational Therapists deliver the BIME lecture. Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no BIME President Baroness Masham of Ilton, who is also the Founder and President of the Spinal Injuries Association, and Dr Elizabeth White, Head of Research & Development at the College of Occupational Therapists deliver the BIME lecture. 2011-10-24 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid121 The lecture focused on Professor Griffin's research about young people's everyday lives and what is important to them. She argued that young people are usually most concerned with fitting in, with where they belong in psychological and social terms - and with having fun. However, young people in affluent western societies are the target of substantial marketing campaigns that take full advantage of this in their advertising, branding and marketing of a range of products. Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no The lecture focused on Professor Griffin's research about young people's everyday lives and what is important to them. She argued that young people are usually most concerned with fitting in, with where they belong in psychological and social terms - and with having fun. However, young people in affluent western societies are the target of substantial marketing campaigns that take full advantage of this in their advertising, branding and marketing of a range of products. 2011-07-25 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid120 The first of new series of public lectures entitled 'ways of thinking' that aim to challenge and stimulate new ideas and debate across the University. Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no The first of new series of public lectures entitled 'ways of thinking' that aim to challenge and stimulate new ideas and debate across the University. 2011-06-17 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid119 Professor Rob Price delivers his inaugural lecture on his research in the field of aerosol science. Tue, 31 May 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Professor Rob Price delivers his inaugural lecture on his research in the field of aerosol science. 2011-05-31 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid116 An ongoing series of public lectures on everything from astrophysics to global poverty Mon, 23 May 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no An ongoing series of public lectures on everything from astrophysics to global poverty 2011-05-23 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid117 Leading architectural historian Dr Simon Thurley looks at the growing role of the state in the cultural life of the nation in the 40th Anniversary Gerald Walter's Memorial Lecture Mon, 23 May 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Leading architectural historian Dr Simon Thurley looks at the growing role of the state in the cultural life of the nation in the 40th Anniversary Gerald Walter's Memorial Lecture 2011-05-23 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid118 Dr Glenn Patrick of the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory near Oxford looks at how particle physics has developed following Rutherford's discovery and what developments we might expect. Mon, 23 May 2011 00:01:00 GMT 01:12:53 University of Bath no Dr Glenn Patrick of the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory near Oxford looks at how particle physics has developed following Rutherford's discovery and what developments we might expect. 2011-05-23 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid114 In this Founders' Day lecture Sir Paul Nurse, president of the Royal Society, discusses the great ideas of biology. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no In this Founders' Day lecture Sir Paul Nurse, president of the Royal Society, discusses the great ideas of biology. 2011-04-28 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid115 In his Inaugural lecture Professor Yiannis Gabriel from the School of Management critiques our desire to look for a story in every image. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no In his Inaugural lecture Professor Yiannis Gabriel from the School of Management critiques our desire to look for a story in every image. 2011-04-28 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid113 Recent debate on the role and affordability of scientific research has too often been presented as a choice between 'blue skies science' and 'useful' engineering. This public lecture at the University of Bath by Professor Sir Richard Friend on 5 April 2011 argues that this is a highly mistaken outlook. Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Recent debate on the role and affordability of scientific research has too often been presented as a choice between 'blue skies science' and 'useful' engineering. This public lecture at the University of Bath by Professor Sir Richard Friend on 5 April 2011 argues that this is a highly mistaken outlook. 2011-04-14 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid112 Simone Lewis Dr Polly Mcguigan and Dr James Bilzon examine how the University of Bath aims to become a research centre of excellence in disability and Paralympic sport ahead of and beyond London 2012 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Simone Lewis Dr Polly Mcguigan and Dr James Bilzon examine how the University of Bath aims to become a research centre of excellence in disability and Paralympic sport ahead of and beyond London 2012 2011-03-31 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid111 Freelance garden historian Russell Bowes brings the story of the tulip to life with power, passion and petals! Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Freelance garden historian Russell Bowes brings the story of the tulip to life with power, passion and petals! 2011-03-30 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid108 Prof David Nutt talks about the regulation of drugs including alcohol and tobacco. Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Prof David Nutt talks about the regulation of drugs including alcohol and tobacco. 2011-03-10 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid109 Dr Rod Thomas talks about a newly-discovered Iron-Age settlement and other findings in Bathampton Down. Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:45:48 University of Bath no Dr Rod Thomas talks about a newly-discovered Iron-Age settlement and other findings in Bathampton Down. 2011-03-10 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid110 Dr Joanna Bryson, an expert in machines that have their own artificial intelligence, explores the issues. Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Dr Joanna Bryson, an expert in machines that have their own artificial intelligence, explores the issues. 2011-03-10 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid107 Professor Angela McFarlane explores how The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, is using digital media to engage new, global audiences in its science and conservation work. Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Professor Angela McFarlane explores how The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, is using digital media to engage new, global audiences in its science and conservation work. 2011-01-05 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid105 Professor John Barrow, Professor of Mathematical Sciences at Cambridge University, sheds light upon the expanding universe and asks what the significance is of its age, shape and size at the annual Herschel lecture. Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Professor John Barrow, Professor of Mathematical Sciences at Cambridge University, sheds light upon the expanding universe and asks what the significance is of its age, shape and size at the annual Herschel lecture. 2010-11-18 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid106 Professor Chris Martin investigates the country's current financial crisis looking at the underlying cause, the symptoms and long-term effects. Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Chris Martin investigates the country's current financial crisis looking at the underlying cause, the symptoms and long-term effects. 2010-11-18 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid104 Professor Garth Johnson will describe how biomechanical engineering is improving joint replacement treatment for older people, in this annual lecture organised by the Bath Institute of Medical Engineering. Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Professor Garth Johnson will describe how biomechanical engineering is improving joint replacement treatment for older people, in this annual lecture organised by the Bath Institute of Medical Engineering. 2010-10-15 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid103 Honorary Professor and Research Associate of the Institute of Development Studies at the University of Sussex and co-ordinator of the UN Intellectual History Project draws on the 17-volume official history of the UN Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Honorary Professor and Research Associate of the Institute of Development Studies at the University of Sussex and co-ordinator of the UN Intellectual History Project draws on the 17-volume official history of the UN 2010-09-03 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid102 Professor Andreas Kyprianou from the Department of Mathematical Sciences gives a gentle introduction to probability theory and its pivotal role in current mathematics research. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Andreas Kyprianou from the Department of Mathematical Sciences gives a gentle introduction to probability theory and its pivotal role in current mathematics research. 2010-07-13 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid099 Dr James Martin, founder of the James Martin 21st Century School at the University of Oxford, explain why decision-makers need to look at the global big picture to avoid world catastrophe. Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:01:00 GMT 01:32:54 University of Bath no Dr James Martin, founder of the James Martin 21st Century School at the University of Oxford, explain why decision-makers need to look at the global big picture to avoid world catastrophe. 2010-06-25 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid100 Professor Stephen Payne from the University of Bath, will discuss how his research combines an understanding of the human mind with the design of interactive systems. Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:53:03 University of Bath no Professor Stephen Payne from the University of Bath, will discuss how his research combines an understanding of the human mind with the design of interactive systems. 2010-06-25 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid101 Poet and author Kevan Manwarring looks at poets who have graced the silver screen from Shakespeare to the Beats and the Romantics to Slam. Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Poet and author Kevan Manwarring looks at poets who have graced the silver screen from Shakespeare to the Beats and the Romantics to Slam. 2010-06-25 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid098 Dr Robert Heath, lecturer at the school of management at the University of Bath and study lecturer on Buddhism, talks about the history and development of the religion from its inception in India to the present day. Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Dr Robert Heath, lecturer at the school of management at the University of Bath and study lecturer on Buddhism, talks about the history and development of the religion from its inception in India to the present day. 2010-06-09 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid092 Reverend Professor Ian James questions whether climate change is a challenge or a swindle and presents some of the certainties, complexities and controversies from the science of climate change. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Reverend Professor Ian James questions whether climate change is a challenge or a swindle and presents some of the certainties, complexities and controversies from the science of climate change. 2010-06-04 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid093 Organic devices are revolutionising lighting and solar cells, Professor Alison Walker will describe how this change will impact our lives. Light emission from organic materials is not very common in everyday life. However, some living creatures, such as fireflies and many sea creatures, emit light with amazingly high efficiencies. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Organic devices are revolutionising lighting and solar cells, Professor Alison Walker will describe how this change will impact our lives. Light emission from organic materials is not very common in everyday life. However, some living creatures, such as fireflies and many sea creatures, emit light with amazingly high efficiencies. 2010-06-04 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid094 James Alexander, a highly practical business creator and innovative strategist, is a co-founder and Board Director of Zopa, the marketplace where people meet to lend and borrow money. In this wide ranging lecture, James, who is a superb speaker, will touch on a number of topics including how to make the most of opportunities in building a successful career. This is an opportunity for you to learn from someone who has been hugely successful in the business world. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no James Alexander, a highly practical business creator and innovative strategist, is a co-founder and Board Director of Zopa, the marketplace where people meet to lend and borrow money. In this wide ranging lecture, James, who is a superb speaker, will touch on a number of topics including how to make the most of opportunities in building a successful career. This is an opportunity for you to learn from someone who has been hugely successful in the business world. 2010-06-04 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid095 Dr Alex Kacelnik from the Department of Zoology at the University of Oxford talks about how crows make tools to find food and explains how animals think. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Dr Alex Kacelnik from the Department of Zoology at the University of Oxford talks about how crows make tools to find food and explains how animals think. 2010-06-04 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid096 Beloved by artists as well as gardeners, flowers are everywhere in art. But are they just flowers or do they carry hidden meanings? Is there a deeper significance - spiritual, cultural or aesthetic - than we realise? Put on your deerstalker and prepare to exercise your little grey cells as we tour a virtual art gallery looking for the clues that artists have left for us between the petals of the rose and the sunflower, two of summer's most beautiful flowers. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 12:00:57 GMT 00:00:00 University of Bath no Beloved by artists as well as gardeners, flowers are everywhere in art. But are they just flowers or do they carry hidden meanings? Is there a deeper significance - spiritual, cultural or aesthetic - than we realise? Put on your deerstalker and prepare to exercise your little grey cells as we tour a virtual art gallery looking for the clues that artists have left for us between the petals of the rose and the sunflower, two of summer's most beautiful flowers. 2010-06-04 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid097 Professor Michael Beverland, head of the marketing group at the University of Bath School of Management examines how the marketers behind some of the world¿s most enduring brands are responding to a new environment. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:05 University of Bath no Professor Michael Beverland, head of the marketing group at the University of Bath School of Management examines how the marketers behind some of the world¿s most enduring brands are responding to a new environment. 2010-06-04 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid089 Lecturer, writer and editor, Rick Marshall talks about how explosives are made and what to do if they're detonated. Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Lecturer, writer and editor, Rick Marshall talks about how explosives are made and what to do if they're detonated. 2010-03-30 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid088 Prof Adrian Hyde-Price from the University's Department of European Studies & Modern Languages examines the nature and causes of contemporary war and conflict, and considers the prospect of peace in the 21st Century. Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Prof Adrian Hyde-Price from the University's Department of European Studies & Modern Languages examines the nature and causes of contemporary war and conflict, and considers the prospect of peace in the 21st Century. 2010-03-24 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid087 Freelance and professional writer Roger Vlitos examines the theories and myths about Avebury. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Freelance and professional writer Roger Vlitos examines the theories and myths about Avebury. 2010-03-02 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid086 Paul Ormerod, the author of three best-selling books on economics talks about what mainstream economists have to say about the turmoil of world economy. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Paul Ormerod, the author of three best-selling books on economics talks about what mainstream economists have to say about the turmoil of world economy. 2009-12-07 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid084 Martin Sturge talks about Lady Anna Miller of Batheaston. Mr Sturge is deeply involved with the Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution and sponsored the rebinding of a rare volume of Lady Miller's Poetical Assemblies held in the institution's historic library. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Martin Sturge talks about Lady Anna Miller of Batheaston. Mr Sturge is deeply involved with the Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution and sponsored the rebinding of a rare volume of Lady Miller's Poetical Assemblies held in the institution's historic library. 2009-11-23 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid085 Professor Peter Coles from the School of Physics & Astronomy at Cardiff University will talk about the large scale structure of the Universe and the ideas that physicists are weaving together to explain how it came to be the way it is. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Professor Peter Coles from the School of Physics & Astronomy at Cardiff University will talk about the large scale structure of the Universe and the ideas that physicists are weaving together to explain how it came to be the way it is. 2009-11-23 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid083 Professor Malcolm Johnson from the Department of Social and Policy Sciences at the University of Bath looks at the changing face of death in an ageing society. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Malcolm Johnson from the Department of Social and Policy Sciences at the University of Bath looks at the changing face of death in an ageing society. 2009-11-12 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid081 Author and archaeologist Bob Clarke charts the progress of aviation through airfields and asks why some stations are located where they are. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Author and archaeologist Bob Clarke charts the progress of aviation through airfields and asks why some stations are located where they are. 2009-11-06 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid080 Freelance garden historian Russell Bowes looks at the history of gardening giving a virtual tour of some of the great art galleries of the world. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Freelance garden historian Russell Bowes looks at the history of gardening giving a virtual tour of some of the great art galleries of the world. 2009-11-02 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid079 Lord Joel Joffe believes that there is an 'urgent need' to change the law on assisted dying and will argue in his lecture that assisted dying and palliative care are essential and complementary aspects of care for people suffering from painful incurable diseases. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:05 University of Bath no Lord Joel Joffe believes that there is an 'urgent need' to change the law on assisted dying and will argue in his lecture that assisted dying and palliative care are essential and complementary aspects of care for people suffering from painful incurable diseases. 2009-10-30 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid075 Forensic anthropologist Kathleen Conabree discusses issues surrounding what really goes on at a crime scene and what the term forensic actually means. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Forensic anthropologist Kathleen Conabree discusses issues surrounding what really goes on at a crime scene and what the term forensic actually means. 2009-10-28 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid076 In this Charter Day lecture, Dr Alexander Kelle, from the University of Bath's Department of European Studies and Modern Languages, talks about biological research and its possible applications for good, and ill. Illustrating a track record over a century long of biological developments being put to uses outside their original purpose, he proposes the creation of an International Framework Agreement to ensure that we learn from the mistakes of the past. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:01 University of Bath no In this Charter Day lecture, Dr Alexander Kelle, from the University of Bath's Department of European Studies and Modern Languages, talks about biological research and its possible applications for good, and ill. Illustrating a track record over a century long of biological developments being put to uses outside their original purpose, he proposes the creation of an International Framework Agreement to ensure that we learn from the mistakes of the past. 2009-10-28 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid077 Stuart Robertson, the director of the Charles Rennie Mackintosh Society, gives a personal view of the great Scottish architect and designer. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Stuart Robertson, the director of the Charles Rennie Mackintosh Society, gives a personal view of the great Scottish architect and designer. 2009-10-28 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid078 Professor Alan Cottenden, from University College London, describes new technology for managing incontinence. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:52:04 University of Bath no Professor Alan Cottenden, from University College London, describes new technology for managing incontinence. 2009-10-28 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid074 Professor Chris Budd from the University of Bath takes mathematics into the dark territory of murder, suicide, love, sex and conquest. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Professor Chris Budd from the University of Bath takes mathematics into the dark territory of murder, suicide, love, sex and conquest. 2009-10-19 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid073 Florence Muringi Wambugu talks about the contribution of bio-technology, including GM crops, for improving the sustainable livelihoods of resource poor families in Africa. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:00 University of Bath no Florence Muringi Wambugu talks about the contribution of bio-technology, including GM crops, for improving the sustainable livelihoods of resource poor families in Africa. 2009-10-14 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid072 Nicholas Fogg describes life at the Court of the Great Moghul, his campaigns, his foibles and his lasting impact on the history of India. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Nicholas Fogg describes life at the Court of the Great Moghul, his campaigns, his foibles and his lasting impact on the history of India. 2009-10-12 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid071 Professor Bas Verplanken from the University of Bath talks about the psychology of habit and how much of what we do is done at the same time in the same location. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Bas Verplanken from the University of Bath talks about the psychology of habit and how much of what we do is done at the same time in the same location. 2009-10-09 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid070 Members of the new Bath Centre for Pain Research celebrate its launch. The lecture is introduced by Professor Chris Eccleston, the centre's director, and includes an address by Dr Lindsey Cohen and talks by Dr Lance McCracken, Dr Candy McCabe and Dr Ed Keogh. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:05 University of Bath no Members of the new Bath Centre for Pain Research celebrate its launch. The lecture is introduced by Professor Chris Eccleston, the centre's director, and includes an address by Dr Lindsey Cohen and talks by Dr Lance McCracken, Dr Candy McCabe and Dr Ed Keogh. 2009-06-30 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid069 Professor Guy Standing from the University of Bath talks about work after globalisation. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Professor Guy Standing from the University of Bath talks about work after globalisation. 2009-06-25 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid068 Professor Dame Janet Finch talks about how academia and government can work together. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Dame Janet Finch talks about how academia and government can work together. 2009-06-22 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid067 Professor Geof Wood of the University of Bath investigates our human motivations for sustainable behaviour beyond our own immediate interest. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Geof Wood of the University of Bath investigates our human motivations for sustainable behaviour beyond our own immediate interest. 2009-06-02 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid066 Professor Melanie Welham from the University of Bath's Department of Pharmacy and Pharmacology talks about the benefits of stem cells. Tue, 19 May 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Melanie Welham from the University of Bath's Department of Pharmacy and Pharmacology talks about the benefits of stem cells. 2009-05-19 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid065 David Rogers talks about how entrepreneurs use innovation and creativity to survive and thrive in hard times. Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no David Rogers talks about how entrepreneurs use innovation and creativity to survive and thrive in hard times. 2009-04-29 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid064 Professional photographer Roger Vlitos talks about nature writer Richard Jefferies, who coined the phrase Spirit Country for the west of England countryside that inspired him and many other followers. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professional photographer Roger Vlitos talks about nature writer Richard Jefferies, who coined the phrase Spirit Country for the west of England countryside that inspired him and many other followers. 2009-04-20 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid063 Professor Simon Wood from the University of Bath talks about smoothing, letting data speak without telling it what to say. Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:00 University of Bath no Professor Simon Wood from the University of Bath talks about smoothing, letting data speak without telling it what to say. 2009-04-09 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid062 Dr Momna Hejmadi, from the University of Bath, explores some of the non-conventional patterns of behaviour and links them to how the brain works. Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Dr Momna Hejmadi, from the University of Bath, explores some of the non-conventional patterns of behaviour and links them to how the brain works. 2009-04-03 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid061 Dr Alexander Sturgis, Director of the Holburne Museum, talks about its plans for the future. He gives an insight into what visitors will be able to see in the renewed museum and the ways in which the development will allow it to play its part to the full in the cultural life of the city and region. Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Dr Alexander Sturgis, Director of the Holburne Museum, talks about its plans for the future. He gives an insight into what visitors will be able to see in the renewed museum and the ways in which the development will allow it to play its part to the full in the cultural life of the city and region. 2009-04-01 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid059 How vulnerable are our historic buildings to earthquakes and how can we preserve them from seismic tremors? Dr Dina D'Ayala from the University's Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering discusses the development of methods to protect and preserve historic buildings from seismic damage. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no How vulnerable are our historic buildings to earthquakes and how can we preserve them from seismic tremors? Dr Dina D'Ayala from the University's Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering discusses the development of methods to protect and preserve historic buildings from seismic damage. 2009-03-30 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid060 Professor Andrew Plummer, Director of the Centre for Power Transmission and Motion Control, discusses recreating earthquakes in a laboratory to test how buildings perform under extreme conditions. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Professor Andrew Plummer, Director of the Centre for Power Transmission and Motion Control, discusses recreating earthquakes in a laboratory to test how buildings perform under extreme conditions. 2009-03-30 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid058 Michael Lemonick, a freelance science journalist from Princeton University, looks at the discoveries of William and Caroline Herschel. Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Michael Lemonick, a freelance science journalist from Princeton University, looks at the discoveries of William and Caroline Herschel. 2009-03-27 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid057 Dr Glen Patrick of Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Oxford, talks about how its possible to probe the hidden universe and what particle physics can tell us about it's secrets. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Dr Glen Patrick of Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Oxford, talks about how its possible to probe the hidden universe and what particle physics can tell us about it's secrets. 2009-03-25 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid056 Professor Richard Whitman from the Department of European Studies & Modern Languages discusses Muscles from Brussels: a 21st Century Superpower. Where does the EU fit in global politics? How do we explain the role that the EU currently plays within international politics and what is the impact of a developing international role for the EU on its member states' foreign security and defence policies? Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Professor Richard Whitman from the Department of European Studies & Modern Languages discusses Muscles from Brussels: a 21st Century Superpower. Where does the EU fit in global politics? How do we explain the role that the EU currently plays within international politics and what is the impact of a developing international role for the EU on its member states' foreign security and defence policies? 2009-03-09 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid055 Professor John Wells from the Speech, Hearing and Phonetic Science Research Department at University College London discusses whether we are wasting time on irregular spellings and holding our children back with spelling tests. Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor John Wells from the Speech, Hearing and Phonetic Science Research Department at University College London discusses whether we are wasting time on irregular spellings and holding our children back with spelling tests. 2009-03-06 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid054 Professor Peter Walker discusses research into new ways of using traditional building materials such as earth, hemp and straw as a greener choice for modern construction. Professor Walker is Director of the BRE Centre for Innovative Construction Materials at the University. Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Peter Walker discusses research into new ways of using traditional building materials such as earth, hemp and straw as a greener choice for modern construction. Professor Walker is Director of the BRE Centre for Innovative Construction Materials at the University. 2009-02-20 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid053 Richard Jones, professor of Physics at the University of Sheffield, looks at how we can manipulate matter at the level of individual atoms and molecules and the possible impact this will have on advances of medicine, energy and information technology. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Richard Jones, professor of Physics at the University of Sheffield, looks at how we can manipulate matter at the level of individual atoms and molecules and the possible impact this will have on advances of medicine, energy and information technology. 2009-02-17 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid052 Professor Mark Birkinshaw talks about the effect of gravity on light as part of the 2008 Herschel lecture, named in remembrance of the Bath astronomer who discovered the planet Uranus in 1781. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Mark Birkinshaw talks about the effect of gravity on light as part of the 2008 Herschel lecture, named in remembrance of the Bath astronomer who discovered the planet Uranus in 1781. 2009-02-11 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid051 Writer and journalist Nicholas Fogg, sheds light on the historical conundrums of Shakespeare's sonnets. The sonnets represent one of the great literary enigmas and have given rise to endless speculation and debate. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Writer and journalist Nicholas Fogg, sheds light on the historical conundrums of Shakespeare's sonnets. The sonnets represent one of the great literary enigmas and have given rise to endless speculation and debate. 2009-02-09 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid050 Stuart Roberts, research fellow at the University of Reading, discusses the decline of bees and its effect on the environment. Evidence is presented on the state and trends of bees, the likely drivers of change and the possible long term effects. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Stuart Roberts, research fellow at the University of Reading, discusses the decline of bees and its effect on the environment. Evidence is presented on the state and trends of bees, the likely drivers of change and the possible long term effects. 2009-02-04 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid049 This lecture looks at medicines available over the counter from pharmacies as well as those available from supermarkets, grocery stores and garages. Trained pharmacist Denise Taylor discusses readily available medicines and how safe they are. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no This lecture looks at medicines available over the counter from pharmacies as well as those available from supermarkets, grocery stores and garages. Trained pharmacist Denise Taylor discusses readily available medicines and how safe they are. 2009-02-02 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid048 Roger Vlitos, writer and photographer, discusses how Stonehenge has been seen in every age, from it's first appearance in medieval manuscripts to the present day. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Roger Vlitos, writer and photographer, discusses how Stonehenge has been seen in every age, from it's first appearance in medieval manuscripts to the present day. 2009-01-30 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid047 Professor Tom Kirkwood, Director of the Institute for Ageing and Health at Newcastle University, explores how the ageing process is influenced by a broad range of lifestyle and environmental factors Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Professor Tom Kirkwood, Director of the Institute for Ageing and Health at Newcastle University, explores how the ageing process is influenced by a broad range of lifestyle and environmental factors 2009-01-28 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid046 Dr Jane Davis tells stories about the value of great books in ordinary lives. Jane left school at 16 with 2 GCSEs but now leads an organisation which wants a bigger place in the nation's heart for books and reading. Later in life she returned to education and graduated with a 1st class degree in English and spent 3 years writing a PhD. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Dr Jane Davis tells stories about the value of great books in ordinary lives. Jane left school at 16 with 2 GCSEs but now leads an organisation which wants a bigger place in the nation's heart for books and reading. Later in life she returned to education and graduated with a 1st class degree in English and spent 3 years writing a PhD. 2009-01-26 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid045 Particle Physicist Dr Glenn Patrick talks about the Large Hadron Collider. Based at CERN, in Geneva, the collider is the largest scientific machine in the world. It started operation in the summer of 2008 and aims to produce colossal amounts of data, which thousands of scientists around the world will analyse to further our understanding of the universe. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Particle Physicist Dr Glenn Patrick talks about the Large Hadron Collider. Based at CERN, in Geneva, the collider is the largest scientific machine in the world. It started operation in the summer of 2008 and aims to produce colossal amounts of data, which thousands of scientists around the world will analyse to further our understanding of the universe. 2009-01-23 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid044 Professor Anil Markandya, from the Department of Economics & International Development, gives the Charter Day lecture in which he explores more sophisticated ways of measuring a country's wellbeing than just looking at GDP; these include assessing its ecological footprint, rating in the Corruption Perception Index and number of happy life years. Using these techniques, there are some surprising winners and losers. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Professor Anil Markandya, from the Department of Economics & International Development, gives the Charter Day lecture in which he explores more sophisticated ways of measuring a country's wellbeing than just looking at GDP; these include assessing its ecological footprint, rating in the Corruption Perception Index and number of happy life years. Using these techniques, there are some surprising winners and losers. 2008-10-23 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid043 Professor Chris McMahon, from the University's Department of Mechanical Engineering, considers some of the most complex design challenges faced by engineers through the ages, from designing ships in the 17th century, to the modern computer-assisted design of cars and planes. Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Chris McMahon, from the University's Department of Mechanical Engineering, considers some of the most complex design challenges faced by engineers through the ages, from designing ships in the 17th century, to the modern computer-assisted design of cars and planes. 2008-07-15 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid042 Professor Melanie Welham and Dr Paul De Bank from the University's department of Pharmacy and Pharmacology talk about stem cell research and regenerative medicine. Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Melanie Welham and Dr Paul De Bank from the University's department of Pharmacy and Pharmacology talk about stem cell research and regenerative medicine. 2008-06-13 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid040 Professor Chris Eccleston, Dr Linda Bauld and Professor Chris Garland talk about their research and how it is helping to improve health and healthcare. Tue, 20 May 2008 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Professor Chris Eccleston, Dr Linda Bauld and Professor Chris Garland talk about their research and how it is helping to improve health and healthcare. 2008-05-20 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid038 Dr Steve Dorus from the Department of Biology & Biochemistry reveals how cataloguing the DNA blueprint of humans is revealing the evolution of human traits. Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Dr Steve Dorus from the Department of Biology & Biochemistry reveals how cataloguing the DNA blueprint of humans is revealing the evolution of human traits. 2008-03-11 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid037 General Sir Rupert Smith, the general who commanded the British Armoured Division in the first Gulf war and led the UN protection force in Bosnia, questions how military force is used to solve political problems. Mon, 26 Nov 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no General Sir Rupert Smith, the general who commanded the British Armoured Division in the first Gulf war and led the UN protection force in Bosnia, questions how military force is used to solve political problems. 2007-11-26 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid036 Professor Phil Diamond, Director of the Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics, talks about the research activities at the observatory, home to one of the world's biggest and most powerful radio telescopes. Tue, 20 Nov 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Phil Diamond, Director of the Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics, talks about the research activities at the observatory, home to one of the world's biggest and most powerful radio telescopes. 2007-11-20 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid035 Professor Allan Kellehear, Professor of Sociology at the University of Bath's Centre for Death & Society, gives an overview of the changing attitudes and behaviour of human beings and other hominids in their response to death, dying and loss over the last two million years. Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Allan Kellehear, Professor of Sociology at the University of Bath's Centre for Death & Society, gives an overview of the changing attitudes and behaviour of human beings and other hominids in their response to death, dying and loss over the last two million years. 2007-11-19 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid034 Professor Steven Blair, from the University of South Carolina, USA, talks about the causes of the obesity epidemic in the US, the relationship between weight and fitness levels, and the importance of physical activity in a healthy lifestyle. Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Professor Steven Blair, from the University of South Carolina, USA, talks about the causes of the obesity epidemic in the US, the relationship between weight and fitness levels, and the importance of physical activity in a healthy lifestyle. 2007-11-14 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid033 Professor Geoff Hammond, Director of the interdisciplinary International Centre for the Environment (ICE) at the University of Bath, looks at the global challenges and local opportunities for lowering our carbon footprint. Wed, 24 Oct 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Geoff Hammond, Director of the interdisciplinary International Centre for the Environment (ICE) at the University of Bath, looks at the global challenges and local opportunities for lowering our carbon footprint. 2007-10-24 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid032 In this Charter Day lecture, Professor Tamas Szekely, from the University of Bath's Department of Biology & Biochemistry, talks about conflict and cooperation in the family life of birds. Sat, 13 Oct 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:01 University of Bath no In this Charter Day lecture, Professor Tamas Szekely, from the University of Bath's Department of Biology & Biochemistry, talks about conflict and cooperation in the family life of birds. 2007-10-13 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid031 Dr Ken Bray, from the Sport & Exercise Science group in the University's School for Health, reveals the science behind the swerving free kick, using scientific videos and match footage. Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Dr Ken Bray, from the Sport & Exercise Science group in the University's School for Health, reveals the science behind the swerving free kick, using scientific videos and match footage. 2007-10-10 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid030 Award-winning space historian, Piers Bizony, presents an illustrated account of the Space Age, from the first tiny satellites to America's colossal project to land men on the moon. Mon, 08 Oct 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Award-winning space historian, Piers Bizony, presents an illustrated account of the Space Age, from the first tiny satellites to America's colossal project to land men on the moon. 2007-10-08 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid029 Professor Matthew Davidson, from the Department of Chemistry at the University of Bath, describes how the development of biodiesel catalysts, fuel cell materials and solar cells could one day help mitigate many of the problems caused by burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas. Mon, 03 Sep 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Professor Matthew Davidson, from the Department of Chemistry at the University of Bath, describes how the development of biodiesel catalysts, fuel cell materials and solar cells could one day help mitigate many of the problems caused by burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas. 2007-09-03 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid028 Philippe Blondel from the University's Centre for Space, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences takes a planetary journey through the solar system and discusses whether the discovery of water means there must be life on other planets Tue, 31 Jul 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Philippe Blondel from the University's Centre for Space, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences takes a planetary journey through the solar system and discusses whether the discovery of water means there must be life on other planets 2007-07-31 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid027 Professor Saiful Islam, of the University's Department of Chemistry, gives a flavour of the fascinating chemistry behind green technologies such as hybrid petrol-electric cars and fuel cells Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Saiful Islam, of the University's Department of Chemistry, gives a flavour of the fascinating chemistry behind green technologies such as hybrid petrol-electric cars and fuel cells 2007-04-25 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid026 Paul Stallard, Professor of Child & Family Mental Health at the University of Bath and a chartered clinical psychologist with the Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Care Partnership Trust, describes CBT, its use with children and young people and takes a critical look at its future use. Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Paul Stallard, Professor of Child & Family Mental Health at the University of Bath and a chartered clinical psychologist with the Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Care Partnership Trust, describes CBT, its use with children and young people and takes a critical look at its future use. 2007-04-18 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid025 Leading figures from a range of social science disciplines discuss whether the theory of natural selection has anything to offer present-day students of cultures and societies. Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:07 University of Bath no Leading figures from a range of social science disciplines discuss whether the theory of natural selection has anything to offer present-day students of cultures and societies. 2007-03-14 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid024 Lord Rees-Mogg, former Editor of The Times, gives a free public lecture on the changing international scene. Fri, 23 Feb 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Lord Rees-Mogg, former Editor of The Times, gives a free public lecture on the changing international scene. 2007-02-23 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid023 Dr Adrian Scott, from the University's Department of Psychology, considers the fallibility of human memory and how past experience and knowledge of the world influence recollection. Wed, 21 Feb 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Dr Adrian Scott, from the University's Department of Psychology, considers the fallibility of human memory and how past experience and knowledge of the world influence recollection. 2007-02-21 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid022 Duncan Morrow shares his experiences of working in the community, including as Chief Executive Officer of the Northern Ireland Community Relations Council which funds and develops inter-community relations practice and policy in Northern Ireland. Thu, 08 Feb 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:05 University of Bath no Duncan Morrow shares his experiences of working in the community, including as Chief Executive Officer of the Northern Ireland Community Relations Council which funds and develops inter-community relations practice and policy in Northern Ireland. 2007-02-08 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid021 Professor Ismet Gursul talks about his research into the most efficient wing structure for a tiny aircraft. He has found this is similar to the structure of insect wings. Wed, 31 Jan 2007 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Ismet Gursul talks about his research into the most efficient wing structure for a tiny aircraft. He has found this is similar to the structure of insect wings. 2007-01-31 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid020 Lord Paddy Ashdown - former High Representative in the successful reconstruction of Bosnia and a former leader of the Liberal Democrats - severely criticises the reconstruction of Iraq, calling it a 'catastrophic failure' in which 'daily carnage' is taking place. This lecture was organised by the University of Bath and the Royal Society of the Arts. Thu, 23 Nov 2006 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Lord Paddy Ashdown - former High Representative in the successful reconstruction of Bosnia and a former leader of the Liberal Democrats - severely criticises the reconstruction of Iraq, calling it a 'catastrophic failure' in which 'daily carnage' is taking place. This lecture was organised by the University of Bath and the Royal Society of the Arts. 2006-11-23 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid019 Dr Nick Snashall, National Trust archaeologist for Avebury, describes how a fresh look at the Neolithic Cotswolds brings to light how its people lived their lives. Wed, 22 Nov 2006 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Dr Nick Snashall, National Trust archaeologist for Avebury, describes how a fresh look at the Neolithic Cotswolds brings to light how its people lived their lives. 2006-11-22 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid017 Steve Jones, professor of genetics at University College London, describes why he believes that creationism is wrong and evolution is right at a lecture organised by the Department of Chemistry at the University of Bath. Mon, 06 Nov 2006 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:04 University of Bath no Steve Jones, professor of genetics at University College London, describes why he believes that creationism is wrong and evolution is right at a lecture organised by the Department of Chemistry at the University of Bath. 2006-11-06 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid018 Professor Ursula King talks about how women across the world are reinterpreting their religious traditions through dialogue with people from different faiths. Mon, 06 Nov 2006 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no Professor Ursula King talks about how women across the world are reinterpreting their religious traditions through dialogue with people from different faiths. 2006-11-06 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid016 Professor David Gillespie, from the University of Bath's Department of European Studies & Modern Languages, explores Russian culture and the country's search for a national identity. Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:02 University of Bath no Professor David Gillespie, from the University of Bath's Department of European Studies & Modern Languages, explores Russian culture and the country's search for a national identity. 2006-11-01 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid015 World-renowned physicist, Professor Jocelyn Bell Burnell, looks at how poetry portrays astronomy. Wed, 18 Oct 2006 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:03 University of Bath no World-renowned physicist, Professor Jocelyn Bell Burnell, looks at how poetry portrays astronomy. 2006-10-18 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid014 The 2006 Herschel lecture by Professor Brian Warner, University of Cape Town, explores the life of John Herschel, described as the 'first modern scientist', and the son of Bath's famous astronomer William Herschel. Thu, 14 Sep 2006 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:05 University of Bath no The 2006 Herschel lecture by Professor Brian Warner, University of Cape Town, explores the life of John Herschel, described as the 'first modern scientist', and the son of Bath's famous astronomer William Herschel. 2006-09-14 http://www.bath.ac.uk/podcast/#fid013 Professor Gus John - one of the country's leading commentators on British race relations - talks about his recently-launched book, Taking a Stand, in which he calls for a radical revaluation of Government policy to improve race relations. Thu, 04 May 2006 00:01:00 GMT 00:00:00 University of Bath no Professor Gus John - one of the country's leading commentators on British race relations - talks about his recently-launched book, Taking a Stand, in which he calls for a radical revaluation of Government policy to improve race relations. 2006-05-04 University of Bath press@bath.ac.uk University of Bathnonadult