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February 23, 2022

First BU online public lecture explores living better for longer

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The first of Bournemouth University’s online public lectures has taken place, exploring BU research into healthy ageing.

Assortment of brightly coloured fruitFollowing an introductory message from Vice-Chancellor Professor John Vinney, the event was opened by Professor of Nutrition Jane Murphy and Postdoctoral Research Fellow Dr Sophia Amenyah, who discussed how our nutritional needs change throughout our life and the importance of good nutrition as we age.

They also shared details of their latest research projects – including the DONOR project, which will explore whether digital technology can support with the management of frailty, and how community-based food activities, such as growing, cooking and eating together, impact upon the health and wellbeing of older people.

In the second presentation of the evening, Principal Academic in Psychology Dr Samuel Nyman presented the findings of his research project which looked at whether Tai Chi had benefits for people with dementia and their carers and found that taking part in regular Tai Chi classes helped maintain good quality of life.

The presentation was followed by a live Tai Chi session with qualified instructor Michael Acton, which attendees could take part in from home.

Professor of Public Health and Wellbeing Ann Hemingway was the final speaker, talking about the Stay Active and Independent for Longer (SAIL) project, which used social innovation to support older people to remain active, healthy and independent, as well as exploring what barriers existed.

The event ended with a question and answer session and a discussion which covered topics including the importance of protein as we age, and the role technology can play in supporting health and wellbeing in later life.

Over 300 people registered to attend the event, which was the first in our online public lecture series showcasing BU’s research strengths and their impact.

The next event will take place on Thursday 24 March, exploring the past, present and future of the Great British seaside.

Thanks again to our speakers and to everyone who supported or attended the Living Better Longer event. If you missed it, you can watch the recording.

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