World expert in brain function adds to Exeter’s research excellence

A world expert in measuring brain function will give his first lecture at the University of Exeter.

Keith Wesnes was recently appointed Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Exeter Medical School, bringing over 40 years’ experience of measuring changes to major aspects of cognitive function in both clinical practice and research. His work is crucial for furthering the understanding of various factors, including ageing and dementia, which compromise cognitive function, as well as the identification of factors which could ameliorate such changes.

Professor...

Baxter delighted with win

Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter could not hide his delight after his side underlined their play-off credentials in the Aviva Premiership by downing Leicester Tigers 34-15 at Welford Road

Despite trailing to a fifth-minute try from Italian international Michele Rizzo, the visitors dominated the remainder of the contest to collect maximum reward and close the gap on table-topping Wasps to just a single point.

Kai Horstmann (pictured), Stu Townsend and Mitch Lees all crossed the line, while a penalty try was also converted by England international Henry Slade, who finished...

Class People dress up as Mr Men for World Book Day

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 03/05/2017 - 10:53pm

]Leading independent education specialists Class People swapped their recruitment hats on Thursday for Mr Men, all in aid of World Book Day. With experience in and outside the classroom, CEO Lynis Bassett led the Class People team in dressing up as characters from the Mr Men series of books to help promote reading in schools. Using their social media platforms to create buzz around the day, the consultants dressed in costume read out extracts from their favourite Mr Men books. Lynis Bassett, Chief Executive Officer, Class People says: “We’re no strangers to dressing up and celebrating a...

Community Day and all day breakfast

Event Date: 
11/03/2017 - 10:00am
Venue: 
Trefoil Lodge, Buddle Lane, Exeter

Exeter Division Guides are holding a community day with all day breakfast on Saturday 11 March.

10am-2pm

Vegetarian breakfast options available

Morning coffee & cakes also available

Who do we think we are?

Authored by Martyn Goss
Posted: Sun, 03/05/2017 - 10:30pm

Probably one of the most important questions we can ask ourselves is‘who we think we really are’. Our self-identity is an issue that runs through human history and is found in the works of poets, artists, theologians and psychologists – to name but a few. Who we believe we are is of course influenced by people around us – the names they use to describe us, how others relate to us, and the familiar, social, tribal and faith groups we belong to. Even Jesus raises the matter when he says to Peter, ‘who do people say I am’. He then later personalises the issue by re-phrasing the question –‘who...

Farewell Tours from IndieGreats and Oscar-Winning Cinema at Exeter Phoenix

This spring Exeter Phoenix presents a new season packed full of great nights out and fun for all the family.

The city’s local arts hub, tucked away behind Gandy Street, offers a tantalizing and diverse selection of live music, independent cinema, contemporary art and performance this March and April. Musically, the venue’s highlights include a farewell tour from indie folk band Stornoway, the last chance for fans to see them live before they call it a day, an energetic live set from Frank Carter and The Rattlesnakes, Stereolab’s Laetitia Sadier and Alabama 3. Alongside a programme...

The Magic of Moonlight: Piano Recital with Stephen Beville

Event Date: 
17/03/2017 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
South Street Baptist Church, 25 South Street Exeter

An evening piano recital with Stephen Beville

An evening piano recital with Stephen Beville to include Beethoven's 'Moonlight' sonata, works by Chopin and Liszt in addition to the world premiere of Beville's Prelude, Etude and Fantasy (2012).

'Beville's accounts of each of the established masterpieces are well worth hearing' (Musical Opinion)

Tickets £10, available at the door or in advance from www.exeterphoenix.org.uk (tel: 01392 667080)

Junior School sings and signs raising over £200 for deaf health charity

Exeter Junior School pupils performed a special song composed in support of Sign Health and raised over £200 for the deaf health charity.

Not only did pupils sing the song fantastically well they also simultaneously signed it, using international sign language.

The song, entitled 'Together', conveys the message that it is through working together and supporting one another that we make the world a better place.

Music teacher Tina Guthrie said pupils worked on the singing and the signing in their music lessons.

"Their performance was powerful and moving and...

Win a composter in free prize draw ‘Binanza’

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 03/05/2017 - 1:15pm

Devon residents can win a composting bin if they pledge online to recycle their kitchen and garden waste.

One hundred composting bins and other prizes, including a wormery, a food waste gadget kit and a gardening hamper can be won in the draw which closes on Sunday 2 April 2017.

Composting is the most effective way to reduce waste and help the planet, and at least 30% of the contents in an average household bin can be composted.

Composting at home over 12 months can reduce carbon emissions equivalent to that produced by a kettle in a year, or a washing machine over...

Apprenticeship Roadshow comes to Exeter

This year marks the 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week, to celebrate, the National Careers Service is traveling across the South West on their Apprenticeship Bus Roadshow.

The bus will be stopping at key cities across the region and inviting adults, of 19 and over, to come and find out about how an apprenticeship can help them to reach their career goals. The Apprenticeship bus roadshow will be stopping at Exeter Princesshay on 8th March, 10am to 6pm

Trained advisers will be aboard giving visitors advice about the benefits of apprenticeships, how to apply, and...

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