Annual Festival of Research launches with poignant dance performance
The Festival was opened by Professor Nick Brook, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Research, who introduced the programme and emphasised our commitment to advancing knowledge through collaboration.
Attendees were treated to a poignant performance by the Combination Dance Company, a London-based group whose work draws on human movement research. The performance artistically portrayed the physical effects of Motor Neuron Disease (MND), offering a powerful blend of creative expression and scientific insight. This moving presentation not only raised awareness about MND but also highlighted the essential role of research in improving lives.
This afternoon’s launch event set a vibrant and inspiring tone for the festival. Combining the arts with cutting-edge science, the session highlighted the importance of impactful, interdisciplinary research.
Our second annual Festival of Research 2024 marks the university’s 200th year.The festival promises to be more exciting than ever, spotlighting our groundbreaking research and opening doors for new collaborations with external partners.
Running from 25 November to mid-December, the festival will showcase the real-world impact of our research while fostering a positive and inclusive research culture. This celebration is designed for staff and doctoral students to connect, collaborate, and explore innovative ideas across various disciplines.
For the first time, we are also opening up some of our events to the public. Each event’s place is limited, you can reserve a place using the link below.
This is a fantastic opportunity to see how our research is shaping the world and to participate in the conversations that are driving our institution forward.
