An international symposium is being held in the School of Psychology today entitled “The Vestibular System: A System for Mental Life”. The seminar, organised by Dr David … Read more
Month: June 2016
ESRC Outstanding Impact in Society Prize for Professor Theresa Gannon and Team
On 22nd June, Professor Theresa Gannon was awarded the ESRC impact prize for Outstanding Impact in Society in recognition of a pioneering treatment for criminal … Read more
Treatment can offer hope for relief of Parkinson’s symptoms
A non-invasive, home-based procedure to stimulate the inner ear and brain functions that control balance and eye movement can offer hope for the relief of … Read more
Young people with older friends can help reduce ageism
Young people are less likely to be ageist when their friends have friendships with older adults, research led by psychologists at the University has shown. … Read more
How ignoring people for smartphones became the norm
It’s common now to see people snubbing social companions to concentrate on their smartphone. But what causes this behaviour – known as ‘phubbing’ – and … Read more