A team of student architects will unveil their vision for an English Civil War memorial centre at the site of Newark’s historic medieval castle. The free public exhibition of architectural designs and models will open at Newark Castle on Friday 12th and Saturday 13th June 2015, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the town. A…Continue Reading Architecture exhibition imagines historical memorial centre
Sustainable Travel Event – 16 June
Free event for staff and students on 16 June on sustainable travel in Lincolnshire. On 16 June, the Environment & Sustainability Team in conjunction with Lincolnshire County Council, Hirebike and Stagecoach East Midlands will be hosting a sustainable travel event in the Rotunda outside the Minerva Building. The event is designed to provide information about…Continue Reading Sustainable Travel Event – 16 June
Why crystals could be the shape of future pharmaceuticals
Scientists from across the UK and Europe are working together to build a better understanding of the chemical processes behind the creation of crystals with the aim of developing new ways to produce pharmaceuticals. Crystallisation – the process of crystal formation via crystal growth – is typically employed in chemical manufacturing as a purification step…Continue Reading Why crystals could be the shape of future pharmaceuticals
Time Team archaeologist joins the University of Lincoln
Leading archaeologist, lecturer and television presenter Carenza Lewis is to join the University of Lincoln, UK, in a new role connecting the public with cutting edge research in the arts and humanities. Renowned in the academic fields of history, archaeology and landscape studies, Professor Lewis is also a familiar face to television audiences, having featured…Continue Reading Time Team archaeologist joins the University of Lincoln
Participants needed for new Psychology research project
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy – Participants needed! The research aims to investigate the validity and reliability of an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) process measure we have developed. Participants are asked to rate items from this measure and other measures of distress and quality of life. The measures should take around 20 minutes to complete and…Continue Reading Participants needed for new Psychology research project
Celebrate the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta in Lincoln
The Great Magna Carta Weekend will be a colourful spectacle of events and festivals to celebrate the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta across Lincoln and beyond – from June 11th to June 15th. Almost 800 years to the day since Magna Carta was sealed by King John under pressure by 25 rebellious Barons, celebrations take…Continue Reading Celebrate the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta in Lincoln
The Times / Herbert Smith Freehills Advocacy Competition 2015
Our lives have been transformed by the digital revolution of the past two decades. But the promise of Utopia has now turned sour in a bleak landscape of trolls, intrusive advertising and Big Brother surveillance. So the question for entrants to this year’sTimes Advocacy Competition sponsored by Herbert Smith Freehills is ‘Do we need a…Continue Reading The Times / Herbert Smith Freehills Advocacy Competition 2015
Take part in the Strategic Plan consultation!
Staff and students can still take part in the Strategic Plan consultation. We’ve received thousands of visits to the site so far. If you would like to contribute to any of the following questions, please click on the relevant link and use your network username and password to access the site. To view the comments…Continue Reading Take part in the Strategic Plan consultation!
Library to consult on eating within the building – 28 May
The University Library will host an open consultation with staff and students regarding the eating and drinking policy within the building. The event will take place on the ground floor (GCW 1.5) from 4pm on 28 May. All are welcome….Continue Reading Library to consult on eating within the building – 28 May
Real-time data sharing can make airports greener
Aviation engineering experts have revealed a new framework that could reduce delays, improve efficiency and cut pollution at major international airports. With increasing air traffic, rising fuel costs and stricter environmental targets, more efficient airport ground operations are needed for sustainable air transportation. Dr Michal Weiszer, together with Dr Jun Chen and Dr Giorgio Locatelli…Continue Reading Real-time data sharing can make airports greener