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Available Episodes (118)
BBC political correspondent John Hess tells the UON Podcast about life in the firing line, and why after all these years on TV, he still admires politicians.
A future cabinet minister, an experienced journalist and a political expert weigh up the Tories' chances of winning the next election in this podcast, marking the inaugural conference...
The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, gives a frank analysis of the situation in Zimbabwe and why diplomacy has failed.
Theresa May, Shadow Leader of the House of Commons talks to the UON Podcast about the recent arrest of Damian Greene MP and the knock-on effects for Parliament. Ms. May was at the University...
In this podcast, beer is king as Professor Katherine Smart talks about her research and its immense commercial applications.
In this podcast...why regenerating human bone has won a University of Nottingham spin-out company a major medical prize.
Take a 3-D tour of the latest research centre to be built at The University of Nottingham's Jubilee Campus.
How sustainable are people's attitudes to sustainable food. Find out in this podcast with researcher Angie Clonan who is embarking on a major new survey into consumer habits.
This video (in Mandarin) from the School of history, gives Chinese exchange students a background on coming to England to study. Also available in Mandarin through the University of...
This video from the School of history gives Chinese exchange students a background on coming to England to study. Also available in Mandarin through the University of Nottingham Po
In this video podcast step back in time behind the scenes at the Widening Horizons exhibition at the Weston Gallery.
Go behind the scenes in this video and meet the first four graduates on the University's pioneering Graduate Trainee Programme.
Meet former Dragon's Den star and entrepreneur Rachel Elnaugh. She speaks to the UON podcast about the financial crisis, and her own extraordinary career.
Could the credit crunch spell the beginning of the end for trade unions? Professor Andreas Bieler counts the cost ahead of a major conference on globalisation at the University on 6...
In this podcast one of the world's most influential voices in business has his say on the financial crisis. Meet Martin Wolf, Financial Times Associate Editor and Chief Economics C
Has George W. Bush damaged John McCain's chances of becoming the next US president? Professor Richard King weighs up the issues and tactics from the US presidential campaign trail.
Could an inter-religious approach help answer the Middle East question? Visiting Professor, Rev. David Burrell speaks candidly about his astonishing career.
In this podcast Professor Stefan Wolff looks at the United Nations General Assembly vote on the issue of the legality of Kosovo's declaration of independence.
Can politicians do enough to avert the threatened financial meltdown? In this podcast Dr Steven Fielding weighs up Britain's chances and the current political state of play.
Take a behind the scenes tour of the latest addition to our campus in Ningbo, China and hear some exciting news about sustainable energy technology.
In this podcast Dr Kieron O'Hara looks at the rise of the Conservative Party and their possible response to Labour's recent fight-back, referring to the book 'Democratising Conservative...
This video podcast takes you behind the scenes at the Centre for Sustainable Energy Technologies, at the University of Nottingham Ningbo, China.
In this podcast economist Dr Wyn Morgan looks at the takeover of Manchester City, the biggest deal in British football.
Can the European Social Forum really influence policy makers? In this podcast Professor Andreas Bieler looks ahead to the European Social Forum in Malmo, Sweden, September 2008.
This podcast will help you get the most out of this year's undergraduate open days at The University of Nottingham.
In this podcast Professor Stefan Wolff assesses the implications of the recent outbreak of fighting between Georgia and Russia over South Ossetia.
In this video podcast we say goodbye to Ian Cooke, the University's grounds manager who has retired after 14 years in charge of our award-winning campuses .
In this podcast you'll hear from the man who co-discovered Ibuprofen, University of Nottingham alumnus Dr Stewart Adams.
In this podcast - the arrest of Radovan Karadzic in Serbia for war crimes, more than 10 years after he disappeared. Professor Stefan Wolff looks at what comes next for the man once
This film, by Rob Glass, captures the highlights from the Council and Benefactors Dinner at Jubilee Campus on Monday 14 July 2008, celebrating 60 years of the University's Royal Ch
60 years ago, the University was awarded its Royal Charter. This film tracks the growth and the changes as the University evolved into a truly international institution.
In this podcast two students talk to the UON podcast about their upcoming graduation and about their time at the University.
In this podcast Dr Martin Hagger talks about how motivation could work against you when you're trying to stop smoking, studying for an exam or performing a complex maths problem.
In this podcast we hear about Dr Aru Naryanasamy's pioneering work on spirituality and culture in healthcare. He has been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship from the Higher Education...
In this podcast world renowned architect Ken Shuttleworth talks about his design for the UK's tallest free-standing work of art - Aspire - which is now in place at The University of...
In this podcast we hear about an international conference which brings together academics and social movement activists from around the world.
In this podcast we hear about a major conference at the University, based on a hotly debated book by Pope Benedict XVI, Joseph Ratzinger.
In this video podcast Dr Katharina Lorenz takes you on a behind the scenes tour of the new Showing Seeing Centre in the Departments of Classics and Archaeology.
In this podcast we hear about a ground breaking research expedition to the wilds of Russia.
In this podcast, recorded in China, Professor Jo Darkwa talks about the eagerly awaited Centre for Sustainable Energy Technologies at the University's Chinese campus in Ningbo.
Has Gordon Brown's reputation suffered irreversible damage? Dr Steven Fielding, Director of the Institute of British Politics, weighs up pressure on the Prime Minister.
Tackling Binge Drinking with pen and paper in the workplace: Science fiction or psychological fact?
In this podcast Professor of Environmental Change, Michèle Clarke questions the wisdom of an alarmist approach to changing people's behaviour.
This podcast highlights the University's award winning volunteering scheme, which enables staff and students to get involved in a wide range of projects.
In this special lecture series podcast, Professor Simon McGrath argues that current official policies to education and development are over-simplistic and over-ambitious.
In this podcast Professor Stefan Wolff looks back at the Good Friday Agreement, and the lessons that have come out of the peace process in Northern Ireland.
In this student podcast you'll discover what makes studying at The University of Nottingham so memorable and pick up a few tips for settling in and making the most of your time her
Professor Sarah O'Hara discusses her research into why, despite significant efforts, access to safe water and sanitation is still a major international problem.
Professor Hugh Goddard asks why it seems impossible to have a rational public debate on the relationship between the West and the Islamic world.
This film, by Rob Glass, captures the highlights from the Council and Benefactors Dinner at Jubilee Campus on Monday 14 July 2008, celebrating 60 years of the University's Royal Ch
He's been branded a Muslim apologist by his critics, but in this exclusive podcast, Professor John Esposito defends his work and views on the relationship between the West and the Islamic...
The Catholic Church has approved plans for an exorcism centre in Poland. But as Dr Richard Bell explains, exorcisms are more common than we might like to think and much closer to h
Dr Lynn Fotheringham looks at the link between Spartan warriors in the film '300' and modern super heroes, or 'men in tights' as artist Frank Miller prefers!
Part 1 of this podcast...
Dr Lynn Fotheringham offers a unique insight into the film '300' and the reality behind the epic and bloody Spartan battles.
Part 2 of this podcast is also available at www.nottin
Brand new research suggests that TV is actually good for you. Hear more from Professor Roberta Pearson and Elizabeth Evans who carried out the research on behalf of the Royal National...
In this podcast Dr Janet Folkes talks about the University hot air balloon and its debut appearance on English soil. You can also see an exclusive video of the event at our website
In this podcast, Assistant Director of Physical Recreation and Sport - Nigel Mayglothling - talks through the new facilities, and about how at the University it’s easy to keep acti
Dr Steven Alexander has recorded the first podcast for the British Journal of Pharmacology. In this podcast Dr Alexander delves into the depths of cannabis research to find out how
Can you flirt by accident? Or is it all intended? This Valentine's the
issue of flirting has reached academic proportions.
The University of Nottingham hot air balloon made its debut appearance at University Park this week. Pilot Dr Janet Folkes talks about the amazing flying machine and its inaugural flight...
Rosemary Gibson from the International Office has some valuable tips for international students planning to study at The University of Nottingham.
Kosovo is expected to shortly declare independence from Serbia, in a move which could have regional and global ramifications.
Placing research at the heart of the school environment. That’s the idea behind a major research centre on special needs.
Experts from the University, Nottingham Trent University and...
In this podcast, Dr Kim Elliott talks about the changes to the CD and Record Library over the past 23 years, and why, even in a library of this size, even Barbara Streisand can find...
91 year old Ron Benson reflects on 27 years as Ceremony Manager at the University.
In this podcast Doctor Steven Fielding takes a look back at Gordon Brown's first half-term in office. In the third and final part of this podcast Doctor Fielding looks ahead to 2008...
In this podcast Doctor Steven Fielding takes a look back at Gordon Brown's first half-term in office. In Part 2, Doctor Fielding looks at the election that never was and
the fallout...
In this podcast Doctor Steven Fielding takes a look back at Gordon Brown's first half-term in office. In this, the first of three episodes, Doctor Fielding rates the Prime Minister
In this podcast acclaimed broadcaster Peter Snow talks about his honorary graduation at The University of Nottingham. He also talks about surviving a plane crash in America and rounds...
In this podcast acclaimed broadcaster Peter Snow talks about his honorary graduation at The University of Nottingham. In Part 2 he talks about life as a reporter covering such monumental...
In this podcast acclaimed broadcaster Peter Snow talks about his honorary graduation at The University of Nottingham. He speaks candidly about his reaction to the occasion, his illustrious...
Why is it so difficult to perfect low alcohol wine? How do you measure aroma? And is wine-tasting an effective indicator of wine quality, or just plain, old-fashioned snobbery?
In this podcast, Professor Dick Geary, from the School of History at the University of Nottingham and Director of The Institute for the Study of Slavery (ISOS), discusses the uniqueness...
Steven Howdle, Professor of Chemistry, talks about Polymeric materials and how Chemistry doesn’t always mean wearing a white coat!
In the latest of the Graduate School's Dean's Lecture Series, Sir Michael Hodgkinson talks about innovation in the everyday world.
As part of the Dean’s Lecture Series, The University of Nottingham Graduate School presented a lecture by University alumnus Lord Richard Best OBE who talks about ways in which academics...
Writing a personal statement for any application is tough, let alone writing one that can shape your whole future. In this podcast, Nathalie Thomas School’s Liaison and Events Manager...
Some nanotechnologists and futurists have claimed that we’ll be overrun by out-of-control nanomachines spreading like a virus across the globe. Others argue that nanofactories and nanoassemblers...
We are used to the idea of smaller electronic components making ever faster and more powerful devices. Nanotechnology has just as much potential in healthcare. Join Augustus Prime as...
Nanotechnology finds applications in all areas of everyday life and the fashion industry is no exception to this. We are already seeing in shops non-iron shirts that reduce unpleasant...
Nanotechnology has many applications which make it suitable for use in cars. One is the use of nanotechnology as very thin coatings on car windscreens that will reflect heat in the
Just how small can we make a computer, an MP3 player or a mobile phone? How much information can the ultimate hard disk store? Join Augustus Prime as he examines nanotechnology in
Consider the gecko. Geckos can run upside down across walls and ceilings, and hang by a single foot. But how does a gecko avoid falling? Join Augustus Prime as he examines nanotechnology...
In this podcast Professor of Physics Penny Gowland, from the School of Physics and Astronomy discusses the field of Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Fmri), looking deep into the...
Professor Michael Tomasello gave the inaugural annual public address for the School of Psychology entitled The Human Adaptation for Culture. Lying at the core of his argument is language...
Meteorologist and BBC weather presenter Helen Willetts graduated in Physics from the University in 1993. She now works at the BBC Weather Centre in London and is one of the most well...
The University of Nottingham has awarded an honorary doctorate degree to Lord Jones of Birmingham. The University annually confers awards to outstanding individuals who have made an...
Monday 2nd July sees the official opening of the Centre for Plant Integrative Biology (CPIB) based at the University of Nottingham. In this podcast Professor Charlie Hodgman discusses...
In this podcast, Professor Aldrich from the School of Politics and International Relations, discusses the impact of globalisation, the opportunities this affords to global terrorists...
In this podcast, Professor Philip Cowley, from the School of Politics and International Relations, discusses the recent announcement by Prime Minister Tony Blair that he will be standing...
Dr. Richard Field research interests lie in conservation, biodiversity and the forces that structure ecological communities.
In this podcast, Professor Roberts from the School of Biosciences discusses his research into the mechanism responsible for regulating cell separation in plants.
Road traffic has grown more than 80% since 1980 – as a result roads have deteriorated more quickly than could have been envisaged. Britain’s road network is one of the countries largest...
Globalisation, mass consumer awareness and public accountability are all factors in persuading companies to adopt ethical policies. As companies become more accountable not only for...
Steve Sinnot, General Secretary of the UK's biggest teachers' union, the NUT, gives the 2007 Hugh Gaitskell Memorial Lecture entitled 'Education, Social Justice and Educational Opportunities,...
Frank Gardner OBE addresses the graduating class of 2006 as he receives his honorary degree of Doctor of Letters.
Canadian National Science Advisor and former University of Nottingham graduate, Professor Carty addresses the graduating class of 2006.
Professor Carty speaks of his upbringing as the...
Professor Beasley addresses the Nursing graduating class of 2006.
In this Podcast, Professor Beasley talks about the importance of optimism in the ever-changing field of Nursing....
In this podcast Professor Lee addresses the graduating class of 2006. The Uncertainty Principle states: “The more certain we are of an object’s momentum, then the less certain we are...
Former Nottingham University graduate and business journalist for the Daily Telegraph, Mr. Jeff Randall addresses the graduating class of 2006.
In this podcast, Professor Roberta Pearson from the School of American and Canadian Studies, discusses the fictional representation of terrorism in modern day television programmes
The populace of Nottinghamshire, who are old enough to remember, have been given the opportunity to contribute to an exhibition of the Festival of Britain, currently on display at the...
Making sure the world’s population has enough drinking water is one of the biggest challenges we face today. A rapidly increasing global population, the fact that only a very small
Dr Mike Clifford from the School of Mechanical Materials and Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Nottingham has been working on simple, appropriate technologies to address...
In this podcast, Professor Moriarty discusses nanotechnology, and how it has led to a convergence of the traditional sciences. He talks about the commercial applications of nanotechnology...
In this podcast Professor Robert Dingwall, Director of the Institute of Science and Society at the University of Nottingham, and a member of the UK government’s Department of Heath
Professor Manfred Nowak, UN Special Rapporteur on Torture, delivered the Second Annual Paragon Human Rights Lecture, held each year to mark International Human Rights Day. He spoke...
On the eve of International Human Rights Day, the Secretary General of Amnesty International, Irene Khan, delivered the inaugural Paragon Human Rights lecture. She spoke about the erosion...
In this podcast, Professor Chris Rudd, Dean of the faculty of Engineering at the University of Nottingham, describes his work with composite materials in the car industry and how it...
Dr. Cynthia White is a Professor of Applied Linguistics at Massey University in New Zealand where one of her research interests is Distance education and online learning. In this talk...
The Graduate School Centre at the University of Nottingham was formally opened on 12th October 2006 by Baroness Susan Greenfield, Director of the Royal Institution of Great Britain
Philip Cowley, Reader in the University’s School of Politics and International Relations, was recently nominated for the Times Higher young researcher of the year award. In this podcast,...
The increasing world tension that built up after North Korea undertook an underground nuclear test on October 26th this year form the background for this interview with Professor Gilbert...
What's in a name? How important is it for us to understand place names?
Professor J R R Tolkien, who knew something of the power of words was a member of the English Place Name Society...
Scientists at the University of Nottingham have developed a virtual reality simulator that will allow surgeons to practice the most delicate, life-saving operations without ever touching...
The UK's University of Nottingham must have the most luxurious Dairy Centre in modern farming!
The University's state of the art facility has invested extensively in robotic systems,...
A research team at Nottingham University led by Dr Gary Burnett is using a purpose built driving simulator to study how the use of different Sat-Nav systems affects the driving of members...
A literary detective believes he has evidence that links an 18th Century play, "Double Falsehood", to a lost work by Shakespeare.
The author of "Double Falsehood", Lewis Theobald, always...
