Are trends in global politics simply the result of large impersonal structural forces, or does human agency matter? For example, would America have become the dominant country in the 20th century regardless of who was president? To what extent did leaders matter, and if so, what kind of leader? Leadership theorists focus their attention on what they call transformational leaders, but were "transformational" leaders like Woodrow Wilson and Ronald Reagan really more important than "transactional" ...
May 15, 2013•50 min
In this lecture Professor Steve Gough spoke to explore inconsistencies in the way we think of education, and to examine the role of human learning as our interactions with nature - particularly through economic activity - create and re-create our environment.
May 15, 2013•1 hr 2 min
Where did the idea of infinity come from? Who were the people who defined and refined this paradoxical quantity? Why is infinity, a concept we can never experience or truly grasp, at the heart of science? How can some infinities be bigger than others? An exploration of one of the most mind-boggling features of maths and physics, this talk uncovers the amazing paradoxes of infinity and introduces the people who devised and refined the concept.
May 01, 2013•54 min
In this inaugural lecture, Professor David Coley from the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering will address why so few buildings in the UK are built using the low-energy technologies that are now available.
Apr 25, 2013•36 min
In this inaugural lecture, Professor Tess Ridge from the Department of Social and Policy Sciences, will be discussing the hidden costs of the Government's poverty and austerity policies for Britain's poorest children.
Apr 25, 2013•45 min
In this lecture, art history and cultural theory lecturer Dr Jonathan Koestle-Cate will examine how modern art continues to play a significant role in the life of the church.
Apr 25, 2013•45 min
In this lecture, Mr Simon Garrett, Head of Learning at Bristol Zoo, asks the controversial question of how much wildlife we actually need, or even like in this thought provoking insight into the future.
Apr 25, 2013•56 min
44th Annual Lecture of Bath Institute of Medical Engineering (BIME) Professor Gail Mountain, Professor of Health Services Research (Assisted Living Research) at University of Sheffield; Director of EPSRC-funded SMART Consortium & Principle Director of KT-EQUAL Consortium will describe how technology can be used to meet the needs of an ageing population.
Apr 25, 2013•1 hr 3 min
In this lecture, Mr Russell Bowes, a freelance garden historian, will be sharing mysterious tales of how people have died in the garden, and how you can protect yourself against herbaceous murderers.
Apr 25, 2013•44 min
In this lecture, Dr James Betts from the Department of Health will examine the importance of eating breakfast for overall good health, and whether missing breakfast could increase a person's risk of becoming overweight or suffering from heart disease or diabetes.
Apr 25, 2013•44 min
In this lecture, Dr Susan Oosthuizen, historic landscape specialist from the University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education, will explore the archaeological evidence for the management of prehistoric pasture.
Apr 25, 2013•43 min
In this lecture, Dr Paul Shepherd from the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering will share the secrets behind the building of the Olympic Park and explore the ways in which mathematics was used in the construction and operation of the Olympic Games.
Apr 25, 2013•39 min
In response to the shortage of munitions hampering military operations in France, in 1915 the British Government embarked on a programme of factory building unparalleled in history. This talk explores the construction of the major explosives and shell filling factories, the conditions within and the part played by "Tommy's Sisters" in their operation.
Apr 25, 2013•51 min
Lord Tugendhat, the Chancellor of the University of Bath, talks about trust and transparency in public life and business.
Mar 15, 2013•1 hr 2 min
Professor Chris Martin investigates the country's current financial crisis looking at the underlying cause, the symptoms and long-term effects.
Nov 18, 2012•56 min
Professor Mark Lindsay talks about the rise and fall of the gene and respiratory diseases.
Jul 31, 2012•45 min
Professor Paul Salkovskis talks about understanding and treating anxiety.
Jun 29, 2012•1 hr 11 min
Entrepreneur and journalist Margaret Heffernan takes a fresh look at money and power.
Jun 19, 2012•39 min
Dr Dina D'Ayala discusses the fundamental concepts of earthquake engineering and recent research developments in the field of earthquake protection.
Jun 19, 2012•45 min
Maura Dunst of the University of Hull looks at the forgotten 'Queen of Bath' Madam Sarah Grand.
Jun 14, 2012•37 min
Professor Chris Budd describes the maths behind Google and the Ipod and shows how maths has led to the modern information revolution.
May 29, 2012•55 min
June Ward talks about the charity Hounds for Heroes.
May 17, 2012•43 min
University's Director of Sport Stephen Baddeley introduces a series of speakers celebrating the University's journey to become one of the UK's leading centres for high-performance sport and a key player in preparation for the 2012 London Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.
May 16, 2012•48 min
Lord Rees of Ludlow talks about the history of the universe.
Apr 19, 2012•59 min
Learning officer for the Bristol Dinosaur Project Ed Drewitt reveals another side to Peregrines, not only as majestic, aerial hunters but as opportunistic falcons living often nomadic lives.
Mar 26, 2012•46 min
University of Bath librarian Howard Nicholson provides an outline of the history of public libraries.
Mar 20, 2012•53 min
Professor Jane Millar introduces a showcase public lecture exploring three outstanding projects that highlight the research progress achieved through academia and industry collaboration.
Mar 19, 2012•57 min
The President of the Child Poverty Action Group, Baroness Ruth Lister, gives an insight into poverty research in the UK.
Mar 19, 2012•52 min
Photographer and writer Roger Vlitos talks about Greco-mania.
Mar 07, 2012•51 min
Dr James Bilzon discusses sports science research
Mar 07, 2012•48 min
