Brain Awareness Week: A day-to-day-day of a neuroscientist

Event Date: 
14/03/2018 - 6:30pm
Venue: 
Streatham Court 0.28, University of Exeter Business School, Rennes Drive, Exeter, EX4 4PU

Brain Awareness Week (12-18 March 2018) is an annual, global campaign which aims to increase the public’s awareness of current brain research. To celebrate, the University of Exeter are hosting a range of free interactive workshops and events on brain-related topics for the public to attend. Events and workshops include: 'A day-to-day-day of a neuroscientist’ Wednesday 14 March, 18.00-20.00 Streatham Court 0.28, University of Exeter Business School, Rennes Drive, Exeter, EX4 4PU

A ‘speed dating-style’ event allowing guests to interact with neuroscientists at various stages in their...

Brain Awareness Week: Neuroscience: Is it all in our minds?

Event Date: 
15/03/2018 - 6:00pm
Venue: 
Newman Red Lecture Theatre, University of Exeter Peter Chalk Centre, Stocker Road, Exeter, EX4 4PY

Brain Awareness Week (12-18 March 2018) is an annual, global campaign which aims to increase the public’s awareness of current brain research. To celebrate, the University of Exeter are hosting a range of free interactive workshops and events on brain-related topics for the public to attend. Events and workshops include:

‘Neuroscience: Is it all in our minds?’ Thursday 15 March, 18.00-20.00 Newman Red Lecture Theatre, University of Exeter Peter Chalk Centre, Stocker Road, Exeter, EX4 4PY A thought-provoking seminar series introducing a diverse audience to a range of neuroscience...

Cathedral School launches free places scheme

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 02/22/2018 - 8:36pm

Exeter Cathedral School (ECS) has announced the launch of its new Awards Scheme.

ECS, which is Exeter’s oldest School and which educates the Choristers of Exeter Cathedral, has created the Devon Award, a 100% paid-for place at the School in Year 7 and Year 8, available to Year 6 pupils currently at Devon LEA state primary schools. Offering a 100% remission in school fees, the Devon Award is designed for gifted pupils who could make a significant contribution to life at ECS. The Devon Award is means-tested and covers tuition fees (day or boarding), lunch, and compulsory educational...

Michelmores reports sixth year of growth

Authored by Michelmores
Posted: Thu, 02/22/2018 - 4:18pm

Michelmores, the South West-based law firm established in 1887, has reported its sixth consecutive year of growth as strategic decisions and investments made in 2016/17 left the business well-placed for the future. In the year to 30 April 2017, turnover at Michelmores climbed from £32.9m to £33.4m, with the growth achieved despite the firm disposing of its medical negligence practice as well as wider Brexit effects. During the year, the firm invested in new practice management software as well as expanding into a larger London office in May 2016. The report stated: "The Members consider...

Classics students take a trip back in time to Ancient Greece and Rome

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 02/22/2018 - 12:45pm

Fifteen A Level and International Baccalaureate (IB) students at Exeter College took a trip back in time to Ancient Greece and Rome at the University of Exeter, with the chief culture writer of the Guardian Charlotte Higgins.

The group of students recently took part in day-long workshop featuring the leading national newspaper writer Charlotte Higgins, and academics at the world class University of Exeter, a leading Russell group university.

The event was organised by Advocating Classics Education, an AHRC funded research project designed to promote the study of Classical...

The Fallen State at Exeter Cavern

Event Date: 
25/03/2018 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Cavern

Fresh off tours with the likes of Black Stone Cherry Halestorm, 3 Doors Down and fellow UK rockers Young Guns. The Fallen State are bringing their brand of groove-ridden anthemic rock to the Cavern in Exeter.

Their new single 'Nova' is gaining serious traction in the scene with air play on BBC Radio, Kerrang and Planet Rock. Seeing The Fallen State in such an intimate venue promises to be a night you won't want to miss.

https://www.ents24.com/uk/tour-dates/the-fallen-state

Experience Japan through cinema at Exeter Phoenix this spring

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 02/22/2018 - 10:46am

Exeter Phoenix is delighted to welcome The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme back to Studio 74 for an enlightening showcase of Japanese cinema this spring. The annual touring film programme returns to Exeter Phoenix’s independent cinema, Studio 74, with a selection of acclaimed films focusing on themes of ‘secrets and lies’. With diverse cinematic voices, the programme features some of the best examples of cinema from Japan and examines how the country’s filmmakers are experimenting with portrayals of the darker side of human nature. The results can at times be thrilling, at other...

Hendy Group honours top performing staff

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 02/22/2018 - 9:37am

Jake Evans has been named Apprentice of the Year at the Hendy 2017 Service Awards for his outstanding work at Hendy Honda Exeter.

The title was one of the key awards which saw top technicians and administrative staff from Hendy honoured at the company’s annual awards ceremony.

The Service Awards were hosted by TV presenter Alex Brooker with entertainment on the night from electric string quartet Escala.

“The evening was a great opportunity to thank all of our employees who work behind the scenes but play a crucial role in the success of the group and reward some...

Dartmoor great for health, naturally!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 02/22/2018 - 7:56am

Recent research proves engaging with National Parks improves mental and physical wellbeing. Evidence has been published in light of action research carried out in two linked 3-year long projects by Dartmoor and Exmoor National Park Authorities.

Partners from Public Health England, Devon Local Nature Partnership, Active Devon, and Devon and Somerset County Councils gathered on Friday 16th February to hear the results of the ‘Moor Health and Wellbeing’ report. The evaluation, carried out by Plymouth University, weighs up the challenges and successes faced by Dartmoor’s Naturally...

Freemasons donate £2,080 to Hospiscare

This year has seen the Freemasons celebrate their tercentenary and as part of their annual support of hospices throughout the country the Assistant Provincial Grand Master of Devonshire W. Bro. Peter Keaty can be seen here presenting a certificate denoting the £2,080 given on behalf of the Masonic Charitable Foundation to Julie Wakley, Inpatient Unit Team Leader of Hospiscare’s Searle House Hospice in Exeter.

The Masonic Charitable Foundation will this year give grants totalling £600,000 to the 245 hospices in England and Wales, including nearly £10,000 to seven hospices here in...

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