What to see
Explore the world of high-level health research at our Health Showcase. From interactive exhibitions, to talks from our researchers, there’s something here for members of the public, employers, academics, and students and alike.
Highlights include Hoodies into Goodies: a panel debate on youth crime, a choice of fascinating talks, the launch of an exciting new piece of research and a special schools event.
Showcase schedule
Tuesday 21 October, de Havilland Campus
18.00 Showcase opens. Interactive exhibitions and stands are open all evening.
18.15 to 19.00 A series of short talks given by the institute’s researchers.
19.00 to 20.00 The Showcase launch keynote speech – Professor Richard Wiseman talks about the luck factor and launches the ‘The world’s most relaxing room.’
20.00 Participate in the launch of an exciting new piece of research in the Weston Auditorium.
20.15 to 21.00 A choice of short talks from the institute’s researchers.
21.00 Showcase closes
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Thursday 23 October, de Havilland Campus
Business Breakfast
08.00 to 10.30 Business Breakfast – find out how the psychology of FIT Science can help your business. Read more about the event
08.00 to 08.30 Buffet Breakfast
08.30-09.30 Presentations
09.30-10.15 Exhibition and networking
Showcase
18.00 Showcase evening events open. Interactive exhibitions and stands are open all evening.
18.15 to 18.45 Ballet dancers vs swimmers: who’s fitter? Professor Tim Watson presents the highlights and results of an intriguing experiment.
19.00 to 20.00 Hoodies into Goodies: the Rt Hon Iain Duncan Smith, John Kampfner, Lisa Harker and Dr Roger Green take part in a Question Time-style panel debate.
20.00 Another opportunity to participate in the launch of a new piece of research.
20.15 to 21.00 Short talks from the institute’s researchers.
21.00 Showcase closes
Interested in attending the Showcase? Register now
Friday 24 October
Local schools explore the Health and Human Science Research Institute at an invitation-only event.
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You can also explore a range of health issues at the Health Showcase, including: