…Not to mention fitness innovations (not just for the young), an ice castle and a giant jigsaw!
This weekend, the dedicated Festival of Learning team were in Bournemouth Square, spreading the word about the fantastic programme of events during the 3-14 June. Over Saturday and Sunday, colleagues spoke to hundreds of to spread the word about the Festival of Learning. You can see some pictures below of the taster activities that took place. Many thanks to all those that were involved making this event work so well!
We are running a number of activities ahead of the Festival of Learning to spread the word about all the brilliant activities that BU will be running during 3-14 June. If you would like to get involved, please do not hesitate to contact Rebecca Edwards.
















Opportunities to support our REF preparations
SPROUT Returns: Designing Sustainability in Research Practice – Wednesday 20 May 12-2pm
Innovative Approaches to Doctoral Supervision: Selected Case Studies
3C Event: Research Culture, Community & Canapés-Tuesday 19 May 1-2pm
New chapters published in maternity book on risk
Apply now to take part in the 2026 ESRC Festival of Social Science
Reminder: Register for the ESRC Festival of Social Science 2026 Information Session
ECR Funding Open Call: Research Culture & Community Grant – Apply now
ECR Funding Open Call: Research Culture & Community Grant – Application Deadline Friday 12 December
MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025 Call
ERC Advanced Grant 2025 Webinar
Update on UKRO services
European research project exploring use of ‘virtual twins’ to better manage metabolic associated fatty liver disease