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The University of West London launches the School of Medicine and Biosciences
The School of Medicine and Biosciences (SMB), a new interdisciplinary research-driven school at the University of West London, officially opened on 17 April 2024.
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Opera performance supports dementia-friendly events
Andy Northcott appeared on Sky News to talk about the dementia-friendly opera 'The Last Siren'.
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I don’t fear ageing
Shadreck Mwale writes in the Guardian that aging is inevitable, but there is no need to fear it. Instead, we can initiate change for better support and care for older people.
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Artificial Intelligence in the context of religion
Paula Boddington contributed to BBC Radio 4’s programme Beyond Belief, discussing Artificial Intelligence in the context of religion.
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The University of West London launches the School of Medicine and Biosciences
The School of Medicine and Biosciences (SMB), a new interdisciplinary research-driven school at the University of West London, officially opened on 17 April 2024.
-
Opera performance supports dementia-friendly events
Andy Northcott appeared on Sky News to talk about the dementia-friendly opera 'The Last Siren'.
-
I don’t fear ageing
Shadreck Mwale writes in the Guardian that aging is inevitable, but there is no need to fear it. Instead, we can initiate change for better support and care for older people.
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Artificial Intelligence in the context of religion
Paula Boddington contributed to BBC Radio 4’s programme Beyond Belief, discussing Artificial Intelligence in the context of religion.
Events
The Last Siren: a dementia friendly opera.
A film about a contemporary opera hosted by UWL and the Geller Institute for Ageing and Memory, in partnership with the London College of Music and The Music Troupe. This Dementia-Friendly production, preceded by a short workshop, offered insights into the world of opera and gave audience members the opportunity to sing along with the opera performers.
Listen to Dr Paula Boddington's speech at the European Parliament, where the theme was 'Towards the Artificial Intelligence Act'
A film about an event hosted by UWL and the Geller Institute for Ageing and Memory in collaboration with Nubian life. This event brought local people from minority communities together in an opportunity to socialise and make new memories within a culturally sensitive and understanding environment.
GIAM in collaboration with Nubian Life Resource centre, and the Fulham Palace Trust, hosted a celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Windrush Generation to celebrate the contributions of the Windrush generation to British society. It was attended by over 80 older people from the community across West London.
Blogs
Our blogs explore the landscape of ageing and dementia research and education. Through our articles, profiles, and stories, we offer fresh insight on the latest research findings, stimulate new thinking and share lived experience.
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