Authors: Phoebe Harding-Walker & Jill Merlini What is Pint of Science? You may recognise the name, Pint of Science, from Jill’s blog post When alcohol and research mix… earlier this year, but let us reintroduce ourselves. We are Pint of Science and we are a global science festival, bringing experts to your local pub, café or space to share … Continue reading Who’s getting the next round? Pint of Science is back!
Ig Nobel Prizes: Satirising Science since 1991
Author: Erin Pallott You might have heard of parody award ceremonies before, such as the Golden Raspberry Awards which mock the Academy Awards. But did you know of the annual award ceremony which satirises the most prestigious scientific award: The Nobel Prize? The 32nd First Annual Ig Nobel Ceremony was held on 15th September and … Continue reading Ig Nobel Prizes: Satirising Science since 1991
In the DAGS: Highlights of the Doctoral Academy Graduate Society
By Jack Sharpen We caught up with the co-chairs from this year’s brilliant DAGS committee about this year's highs and achievements. Do you want to be involved? “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy” For us postgraduates, this proverb can become a harsh reality. Letting off steam, socialising with other researchers and … Continue reading In the DAGS: Highlights of the Doctoral Academy Graduate Society
Treat yo’self – Self-care during your studies
By Mia Bennion “Self-care” is a term you may have heard banded about a lot; I certainly have. When I initially thought about self-care, I pictured a facemask on, in the bath, with a glass of wine…and this may well be your form of self-care but one of the first things I want to convey … Continue reading Treat yo’self – Self-care during your studies
Taking the leap: Returning to full-time study
By Phoebe Harding-Walker There is a tremendous amount of advice available to anyone starting a PhD, so much so that it’s difficult to know what to filter out and what to pay attention to. If you Google ‘advice for new PhD students’, as soon as you press that enter key, a whopping 206 million results … Continue reading Taking the leap: Returning to full-time study
Fighting to Get Fit
By Erin Pallott - One of my favourite parts of my undergrad student experience was being part of a society. I joined the mixed martial arts society in my first year and went on to run it as part of the committee. I gained a lot from it, and I hope my experience encourages people … Continue reading Fighting to Get Fit
This Mortal Coil: A History of Death + Book Review
By Erin Pallott "For in that sleep of death what dreams may comeWhen we have shuffled off this mortal coil,Must give us pause: there's the respectThat makes calamity of so long life." - Shakespeare's Hamlet In Shakespeare’s most famous soliloquy, Hamlet philosophises on the anguish of life and a fear of death. “This mortal coil” … Continue reading This Mortal Coil: A History of Death + Book Review
UNDERSTANDING SLEEP TO IMPROVE YOUR LIFE
By Seyma Calisgan Sleep is a vital function that helps your body and mind to replenish and allows you to wake up renewed and refreshed. There are many questions one might have about sleep, including: What is sleep and why is it important? How many hours should I sleep? How does sleep affect my life … Continue reading UNDERSTANDING SLEEP TO IMPROVE YOUR LIFE
Why try Yoga?
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com By Seyma Calisgan Wondering if you should start yoga? But don't know what it is or where to begin? Let’s get you started! Yoga is a comprehensive wellness approach that incorporates physical postures, breathing exercises and meditation. It comes from Sanskrit word ‘yuji,’ which means unity. Yoga has been gaining … Continue reading Why try Yoga?
MUCUS! (Finish your lunch first)
Author: Erin Pallott You know the feeling. That scratch starts in the back of your throat, your whole head hurts, and only one nostril is working. Great, you’ve got a common cold. A first-class ticket to snot city. When you hear the word 'mucus', this is probably the first image that comes into your head. … Continue reading MUCUS! (Finish your lunch first)
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