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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!
Research identifies motivations to reduce alcohol intake
A new study has identified which personal experiences would motivate people to reduce the amount they drink.
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.
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.
Could sober-raving change attitudes towards alcohol in young people?
An academic at Oxford Brookes University is part of a collaborative investigation into the benefits of sober-raving.
Singing in a choir and playing a team sport improve psychological wellbeing
A recently published study has suggested that being part of a group gives choral singers and team sport players a higher sense of wellbeing than pursuing an activity alone.
New BabyWordTracker app allows parents to treasure baby’s first words
An Oxford Brookes University researcher has created a mobile app which parents can use to track the vocabulary development of their young children.
Over 1000 people take part in the biggest Brookes Science Bazaar yet
Every March, science spills into the county’s streets and spaces for a range of talks, events and activities as part of the Oxfordshire Science Festival.

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