News from the Department of Psychology, Health and Professional Development

New third floor of Sinclair opens as refurbishment continues
More inspiring teaching and research spaces are now open on campus, as the latest part of the Sinclair refurbishment is completed.
Brookes Science Bazaar 2018: The Psych booth
This year was the 10th anniversary of the Brookes Science Bazaar and the Psych booth was there to celebrate the event on 24th February. The Psych booth was one of the busiest stalls. Our staff members, PhD, MSc and UG students worked non-stop on the day. Children and parents enjoyed our activities a lot!
Visit from Chief Allied Health Professions Officer brought ground-breaking news for the Paramedic profession
On Tuesday 13 March, Suzanne Rastrick, Chief Allied Health Professions Officer for NHS England, visited Oxford Brookes University’s Faculty of Health and Life Sciences to give a talk centred on the NHS England publication ‘Allied Health Professions into Action’.
Introducing solid food to babies: A dyadic interaction
Dr Cristina Costantini, Department of Psychology, Health and Professional Development, in collaboration with Ms Laura Partridge, organised a seminar for parents and parents-to- be entitled: Introducing solid food to babies: A dyadic interaction.
Brookes Lecturer discusses Acid Attacks on Radio London
One of our Paramedic Lecturers Martin Berry discusses the increase in acid attacks, what to do in the event of somebody becoming a victim and the effect on paramedics.
School pupils enjoy NHS simulation event at Swindon Campus
30 year nine school pupils gained a realistic insight into the work of frontline NHS staff in a simulation event at Oxford Brookes' Swindon Campus yesterday (5 July).
Oxford Brookes students recognise health and social care providers in placement awards
Healthcare and social work students at Oxford Brookes University have recognised staff from the NHS, Social Care and Social Services in the Placement of the Year Awards this week (27th June 2017.
Alcohol Research Mixer
On 13th June, alcohol researchers from across the UK attended the inaugral Alcohol Research Mixer at Headington Hill Hall. The event, organised by Dr Emma Davies from the Department of Psychology, Social Work and Public Health at Oxford Brookes, was designed to foster future collaborative work in the alcohol and health field.
New Dean of the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences appointed
Dr Astrid Schloerscheidt has been appointed as the new Pro Vice-Chancellor and Dean of the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at Oxford Brookes University and takes on the role from 30 May 2017.
Summer 2017: What’s happening in Sinclair
We’re continuing our multi-million-pound programme of investment in the Sinclair building at the University’s Headington Campus.

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