31 Oct 2016
‘Creating Comics: A Celebration of H. G. Wells’– Dundee Arts Cafe on November 1st
The work of one of the most influential science fiction writers of all time will be discussed at the next Dundee Arts Café. Professor Chris Murray, from the University of Dundee, will be exploring the adaptations of H. G. Wells’ stories in comics and will give an insight into the creative process behind comics. H. G. Wells’ books include The Time Machine, The War of the Worlds, and The Invisible Man. Professor Murray said, “H. G. Wells was light years ahead of his time, with his novels still sparking interest to this very day. He brought forward futuristic and new ideas to life ...
28 Oct 2016
‘The Changing Face of the Army’
The UK’s most senior soldier will visit the University of Dundee next week to discuss how the country’s military is adapting to an ever-evolving series of events and challenges. General Sir Nick Carter, Chief of the General Staff (CGS) of the British Army, will deliver a talk, entitled ‘The Changing Face of the Army’ at the Dalhousie Building on Wednesday, 2nd November. In it, he will explore how the Army is evolving in the face of technological developments, economic challenges and changing geopolitical situations across the globe. General Carter said, “We live in unprecede...
27 Oct 2016
Wellcome multi-million pound boost for biomedical research
The world renowned biomedical research which takes place at the University of Dundee has received a multi-million pound boost from Wellcome, the global charitable foundation. Wellcome has awarded the University £3.75million from their Institutional Strategic Support Fund (ISSF), which enables universities in the UK and Ireland to invest in areas that are of mutual strategic importance to Wellcome and the individual institutions. The ISSF grant will support biomedical research at Dundee, in particular helping fund: Recruitment and Career Development of Researchers Equality & Diversity ...
26 Oct 2016
Dundee based art project inspired by Putin meme goes on display
A University of Dundee PhD student has helped to develop an exhibition all about internet memes. Alejandro Ball is part of PILproject, an artist group that explores the artistic properties of .gif and meme formats. Their exhibition, 'PILproject 2.0: Russia. Be blinded by an inner light', is taking place at the Centrespace Gallery this week. The team became fascinated by the ‘Putin Rides’ meme, which created a political uproar in Russia back in 2015. This was a selection of memes that used a photo of the Russian President riding a horse which was then super imposed into other pictures. The gro...
24 Oct 2016
University and DUSA reaffirm partnership
The University of Dundee and Dundee University Students’ Association (DUSA) have pledged their joint commitment to enhancing student engagement, employability and representation. Professor Sir Pete Downes, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University, and Indre Urbanaviciute, President of DUSA, signed the fourth annual Student Partnership Agreement (SPA). This document sets out key principles that define student engagement and representation as well as annual priorities agreed upon by both institutions. Based upon the values of openness and trust, the 2016-17 SPA will strengthen community-buildi...
