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News Archive: February 2012
Designing the 1000 mph Car
Bangor University are hosting a public lecture as part of the Learned Society of Wales’ Frontiers series at 6pm on 7 th March at the School of Electronic Engineering’s Main Lecture Theatre.
Publication date: 29 February 2012
Almost Half of Depression in Adults starts in adolesence
A new study by research psychologists at Bangor and Oxford Universities show that half of adults who experience clinical depression had their first episode start in adolescence. In fact, the most common age to see the start of depression is between 13-15 years-old.
Publication date: 28 February 2012
Opera Singer confirms May Concert – Tickets now on Sale
Bryn Terfel has announced a special concert at Bangor University with recipients of his foundation to mark the centenary of Prichard-Jones Hall in May. The announcement coincides with the presentation of an Honorary Doctorate in Music from the University for the international opera singer.
Publication date: 28 February 2012
International Opera Star Honoured by Bangor University
Internationally renowned opera star Bryn Terfel CBE received an Honorary Doctorate from Bangor University for his contribution to music.
Publication date: 28 February 2012
Online Dictionary highlights contribution of University
The pioneering work of the Language Technologies Unit at Canolfan Bedwyr will be highlighted as the Welsh Language Board launches an online version of Geiriadur yr Academi , the Welsh Academy English-Welsh Dictionary.
Publication date: 28 February 2012
Are Buyers Born or Made?
Are people drawn to a career in purchasing because of their skills or their aptitude? Which is the most important trait for a buyer: emotional intelligence or IQ? Is successful procurement about having a range of skills which you can develop to get ahead, or is it a question of your personality type being drawn to the profession because you have the appropriate traits to win through?
Publication date: 27 February 2012
Bangor’ University’s Second Science Festival offers something for all
Bangor’ University’s Second Science Festival offers something for all Wild science, the microscopic world, geological time scales, hands on events and lectures - there’s something to interest and delight everyone at Bangor University’s second Bangor Science Festival. The Festival events are at various venues and dates between 7-18 March 2012 and are free to attend.
Publication date: 27 February 2012
Establishing links with Japan in personalised medicine
Establishing links with Japan in personalised medicine Professor Dyfrig Hughes, co-Director of the Centre for Health Economics and Medicines Evaluation, was among 7 UK delegates invited by the British Embassy in Tokyo, to participate in a workshop on personalised medicine. Organised by the Science and Innovation section of the Embassy and with the support of the UK Government’s Global Partnership Fund, the workshop aimed to strengthen collaboration between the UK and Japan to establish long-term, sustainable relationships in science and innovation research & development.
Publication date: 27 February 2012
Silent Movie wins at The Oscars
Having discussed The Artist’s Oscar nominations last week, here, Dr Jonathan Ervine at the School of Modern Languages shares his views about Sunday night’s successes.
Publication date: 26 February 2012
Study examines number of GP visits before cancer patients are referred to specialists
Study examines number of GP visits before cancer patients are referred to specialists Patient information reveals women, young people, ethnic minorities and people with less common cancers have the highest number of pre-referral consultations
Publication date: 24 February 2012
Bangor welcomes the President of the Law Society of England and Wales
Bangor Law School had a unique opportunity to showcase its research expertise and employability provision to the President of the Law Society of England and Wales.
Publication date: 22 February 2012
Will a silent movie win an Oscar?
Dr Jonathan Ervine, an academic at the School of Modern Languages is an expert in French film and cinema. Here he shares his views on the Oscar nominated film, The Artist .
Publication date: 22 February 2012
Bangor academic to chair research seminar with paper on sick and ugly bodies in and beyond Lady Gaga
Mattia Marino to chair session at the American Comparative Literature Association annual meeting this March 29 th – April 1 st at Brown University, USA.
Publication date: 22 February 2012
Meet us in Canada this March
Dona Breese Padan, International Marketing and Recruitment Officer for the College of Business, Social Sciences and Law, will be visiting Canada between 1 st and 7 th of March to meet students interested in studying Business, Law and Social Sciences degrees at Bangor University.
Publication date: 20 February 2012
International Mother Language Day
The School of Modern Languages high light the importance of the mother tonge for International Mother Language Day. Watch their video.
Publication date: 20 February 2012
Bangor wins the Inter-Collegiate Eisteddfod
Welsh students from universities across Wales enjoyed a week-end of competing and socialising at the Inter Collegiate Eisteddfod, held in Bangor recently (February 17 - 19).
Publication date: 20 February 2012
Bangor offers fifteen international Forestry distance learning Scholarships thanks to the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission
Publication date: 20 February 2012
Japanese Cinema Day
Film fans have a treat in store on Saturday 25th February as Bangor University celebrates its first Japanese Cinema Day.
Publication date: 17 February 2012
Lesley Griffiths Welsh Government Minister for Health and Social Services visited the School of Healthcare Science
Lesley Griffiths Welsh Government Minister for Health and Social Services visited the School of Healthcare Science
Publication date: 17 February 2012
Simple structured discussions and word games beneficial for people with dementia
Activities as simple as structured discussion groups and word games can benefit memory and thinking for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia, according to a systematic review lead by Professor Bob Woods, of the Dementia Services Development Centre Wales, Bangor University. The review also found that well-being also improved as a result.
Publication date: 15 February 2012
Looking into a dancer’s brain
Dance and psychology come together at Bangor University this week (14 + 15 February 2012). In an exciting boundary crossing piece of research, Dr. Emily Cross, a psychologist at Bangor University, will be working with internationally renowned contemporary dancer Riley Watts to study what happens in our brains when we watch complex movements.
Publication date: 15 February 2012
SHES Olympic Torch Bearer
Jamie Lee Turley, a Year One Sports Science (Outdoor Activities) student has been selected to carry the Olympic torch in its round Britain relay.
Publication date: 15 February 2012
Bangor academic Helena Miguélez-Carballeira wins award to lead research network on translation in Wales
The Project ‘Translation in Non-State Cultures: Perspectives from Wales’ has been awarded an AHRC Research Development Grant. Dr Helena Miguélez-Carballeira, Lecturer in Spanish and Director of the Translation Studies Graduate Programme at Bangor University’s School of Modern Languages has won £12,000 from the Arts and Humanities Research Council to lead a Wales-wide research network on translation in Wales.
Publication date: 15 February 2012
Work placement grows with GO Wales
A former Bangor University student in Zoology with Conservation recently got to take part in the worthwhile experience of a GO Wales placement at Treborth Botanic Gardens.
Publication date: 14 February 2012
Fate of the Language Exhibition
Bangor University will hold a “Fate of the Language Exhibition” to mark the 50th anniversary since the broadcast of ‘Tynged yr Iaith’ by Saunders Lewis. The exhibition, which will be held in the Council Chamber in the Main Arts Building from February 13 2012, has been organised by the Archives and Special Collections at Bangor University.
Publication date: 13 February 2012
New health research theme appointment at Pontio
Dr John Parkinson has been appointed to head up a new research theme for Bangor University's Pontio project, developed in the build up to the opening of the new arts and innovation centre in 2013.
Publication date: 13 February 2012
Vodafone Scholarship allows SHES student to strengthen the existing Partnership with Mencap Cymru
Jade Mottley, a Year 3 Sport Science student with the School has been successful in obtaining a student scholarship from Vodafone that gives her the opportunity to work with charity Mencap Cymru.
Publication date: 13 February 2012
Forging new research talent
The search is on for the next generation of talented researchers building their careers in Wales. Welsh Crucible, the development scheme for the nation’s research leaders of the future, is recruiting for this summer’s capacity-building programme.
Publication date: 8 February 2012
Meet us this February in India
Dona Breese Padan, International Marketing and Recruitment Officer for the College of Business, Social Sciences and Law, will be visiting India between 12 th and 22 nd of February to meet students interested in studying Business, Law and Social Sciences degrees at Bangor University.
Publication date: 7 February 2012
Health service methods could assist police in tackling Anti Social behaviour
Methods used to promote new knowledge across large, complex, health service organisations could also be applied to help police forces tackle anti-social behaviour. Professor Jo Rycroft-Malone and Dr Christopher Burton, of Bangor University’s School of Healthcare Sciences are working with the North Wales Police and the National Police Improvement Agency on developing effective policing solutions to anti-social behaviour.
Publication date: 7 February 2012
Charles Dickens: A Birthday Celebration
The School of English at Bangor University will be celebrating the 200th birthday of Charles Dickens (1812-1870) on Tuesday 7 February by showing two rarely seen early film adaptations of his works.
Publication date: 6 February 2012
Knowledge Transfer Partnership Awarded Certificate of Excellence
The Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between Bangor University and Isle of Anglesey County Council which ran from 2007 to September 2010 has been awarded the highest grade of 'Outstanding' by the KTP Grading Panel for its achievement in meeting KTP's objectives.
Publication date: 2 February 2012
Calling the future research leaders and innovators of Wales - Welsh Crucible 2012
The Welsh Crucible is a prestigious professional and leadership development programme for the future research leaders of Wales. What is Welsh Crucible? Funded by the St David’s Day group of higher education institutions, Welsh Crucible will bring together thirty researchers to explore how they can work together to tackle the current research challenges facing Wales. Welsh Crucible 2012 will take place over three intensive two-day (residential) workshops comprising inspiring guest speakers, seminars, skills sessions and informal discussions.
Publication date: 2 February 2012
Highlighting Wetlands research at Bangor University to mark RAMSAR World Wetlands Day
A team of scientists at Bangor University are studying how Wales’ wetlands can control flooding, provide clean drinking water and even change our climate.
Publication date: 1 February 2012
Nightline Awareness Week
It’s Nightline Awareness Week and the volunteers are sharing tea and hugs! Nightline Awareness week aims to promote this valuable free listening service run by students for students. A variety of events are being held throughout the week to remind students how Nightline is here to help.
Publication date: 1 February 2012
Bangor’s Battle against Ovarian Cancer
Saturday, 4 th of February marks World Cancer Day. Scientists at the Northwest Cancer Research Fund Institute at Bangor University, Dr Ramsay McFarlane and Professor Nick Stuart, are currently using state of the art technologies to identify novel cancer markers in patient ovarian tumour samples.
Publication date: 1 February 2012
Bangor Graduates launch innovative pet protection service
Two science graduates from Bangor University have launched a unique DNA storage service for pet owners that can complement or replace micro-chipping.
Publication date: 1 February 2012