Podcasts about Abertay University

Have you ever stopped to really celebrate your achievements and reflect on what recognition truly means? In this podcast, we're diving into the crucial role of acknowledgement and celebration in our lives. You know, all too often, we hit a goal or reach a milestone but then just move on without soaking in the joy of what we've accomplished. Last weekend, I got to experience a truly inspiring event—a degree show at Abertay University. It was beautiful to watch students, including my own son, share their journey with family, friends, and industry insiders. The evening show was all about creative awards in fields like development, design, art, game art, and coding. It really hit me then, how rare those opportunities are to be publicly celebrated for our achievements. Our modern lives seem to lack those moments of appreciation, yet historically, festivals and celebrations have always brought communities together. Today, in our fast-paced world, we often miss out on true efforts to celebrate and recognize not just big milestones like weddings or birthdays but also little victories. The competitive business world often tries to mimic this with award events. However, these can sometimes feel like 'bought' recognitions rather than genuine celebrations. Yet, whatever the method, there's a shared joy in acknowledging success, one that's missing in many of our endeavours today, where the work seems endless and without tangible endpoints. So, what's the solution? We need to find ways to bring celebrations into our everyday lives, to break the routine and appreciate the journey. This is more than just about public adoration—it's about feeling good internally when we acknowledge ourselves and others. Why not try a little experiment? Pick a task, maybe cleaning out that cluttered drawer or tidying up your wardrobe. Once done, take a step back, appreciate the difference, and relish that sense of achievement. It'll empower you more than you might expect! Every little acknowledgement can be a powerful motivation booster, driving us to pursue even bigger goals. The creative industries know this; that's why they so elegantly celebrate success to propel people forward to achieve even greater heights. So let's tap into this powerful resource by valuing achievements more. Remember, this isn't just about work or big life events. It's about appreciating every stride we make on our life's journey. So, go ahead, try recognizing something you've achieved today, and see how uplifting it feels. If this chat has resonated with you, share it with a friend and spread the positivity. For more information of LB&B, check out the links below, and if you found this useful, consider buying me a coffee below.       Life Passion & Business Podcast is about finding answers to life's big questions through weekly interviews with guest speakers. The Shortcast is my ongoing commitment to staying inquisitive and passionate about life, with whatever is alive for me each week. Follow the links below to discover what else is on offer.     The Five Questions eBook: https://lifepassionandbusiness.com/the-five-questions Focus Coaching: https://lifepassionandbusiness.com/focus-coaching/ Support The Podcast:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeandpassion Midlife Survey: https://lifepassionandbusiness.com/midlife-challenge/                  

Nature-based solutions are a key tool in solving environmental problems such as flooding. Rachel met with Dr Rebecca Wade from Abertay University, who is a big advocate for these solutions, to find out more about how they are actually implemented, and why they are so important.The Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust's demonstration farm in Auchnerran near Logie Coldstone, is home to numerous species of wading birds, but has had significant issues in the past with nest predation from badgers and other animals. They are trialling an innovative new solution - specially designed cages to protect the nests from would-be predators. Mark met with researcher Max Wright to find out how successful this trial has been so far.The village of Kinnesswood near Kinross home to a very lively community of beekeepers. Stuart MacFarlane went along to find out more about how the community gained such an affinity for these pollinators.Capercaillie are one of our nations most beloved and yet endangered species, and during the breeding season rangers carry out regular patrols to try and prevent passers-by from disturbing the birds. Rachel joined a team from the Cairngorms National Park Authority for an early morning patrol.The Great Outdoors Coast to Coast Challenge has been running continuously for the last 45 years It is a non-competitive challenge encouraging walkers to plot and walk a route from West to East, connecting them with some of the amazing landscapes across the country. Mark met with several walkers as they near the end of their walk, to find out what attracted them to this challenge in the first place.The warm and dry weather across the country over the last few weeks has been welcomed by many. However, the impact on our rivers and fish has been very significant. Phil Sime and Morven Livingstone met with Director of Ness District Salmon Fisheries Board, Brian Shaw, to hear just how this dry spell has impacted the river.The Beach of Dreams Festival has been taking place across the UK for several weeks, emphasising the beauty, heritage, and possible futures of our coastlines. One of the most interesting projects has been taking place in Fife, and Rachel met with artist Julie Brook, who has spent several days on the coast there, building an ambitious tidal sculpture.

Rachel Stewart meets environmental scientist Dr Rebecca Wade from Abertay University.

Liam Wong is a Scottish photographer, art director, and game designer. Born in Edinburgh he began his career in the video game industry after graduating from Abertay University. After a stint at Crytek UK, he eventually join Ubisoft Montreal, and there became the youngest director at the company. His work on acclaimed titles like Far Cry 4 helped sharpen his visual storytelling skills, which later influenced his photographic style. While visiting in Tokyo, my guest developed a passion for nighttime photography, drawing inspiration from cyberpunk films as he documented the city's vibrant yet haunting after-dark scenes. In 2019, he released his debut photobook, TO:KY:OO, a collection of cinematic images that showcase his signature style—rich contrasts, neon lights, and rain-soaked streets. The book was met with critical acclaim. It solidified his reputation as a leading figure in contemporary urban photography, whose instantly recognisable work blurs the lines between reality and fiction. Be attitude for gains. https://plus.acast.com/s/my-perfect-console. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join host Kellie Kwarteng and guest Professor Liz Bacon, Principal and Vice Chancellor of Abertay University and former BCS President, for an inspiring conversation about professional standards, technological innovation, and the transformative power of professional recognition in tech.From her early days in programming to becoming a leading voice in technology education, Liz shares her journey of breaking barriers and championing professional excellence in the tech industry.Key highlights:The significance of Chartered IT Professional (CITP) registrationHow professional certification validates technical expertise and ethical standardsBreaking barriers for women in technology and STEMNavigating career growth through voluntary roles and professional engagementThe transformative potential and challenges of Artificial IntelligenceImportance of continuous professional development in techHow professional bodies like BCS support technology professionals at all career stagesLiz offers candid insights about her remarkable journey from a programming enthusiast to an academic leader, sharing practical strategies for professional growth and the critical role of ethical standards in technology.Whether you're starting your tech career, looking to advance your professional recognition, or wanting to understand the future of technology, this episode provides actionable insights for breaking through barriers and achieving your goals.

Leisure & Entertainment session took place on day two of RNIB Scotland's Inclusive Design for Sustainability Conference. Work - life balance is a topic which is widely debated in today's society. Changes in the world of work, couple with the impact of the global pandemic have created a much more fluid distinction between work life and home life. Leisure is integral to this societal shift, and many people are undertaking leisure and entertainment activities in new settings on new platforms, and within new forms of community. Our panel will explore this shift from the perspective of the provider, the consumer, and the community, with a strong emphasis on inclusive design.  A panel discussion was facilitated by Sonali Rai - Senior Manager Media, Culture and Immersive Technologies at RNIB. Joining her on stage, Jonathan Penny, Access Services Manager at Channel 4, Dr Lynsay Shepherd, Reader in Cybersecurity and Human-Computer Interaction at Abertay University, Eli Beaton from TV Access Project, John Speirs, Disability Access Officer with Rangers Football Club, and Natalie Curran, Accessibility and Assistive Technology Specialist with the BBC. Hear all audio from the conference here: Audioboom / Inclusive Design for Sustainability Conference 2025 Image description: The panellists sit on stage. From left to right: Natalie, John, Eli, Sonali, Jonathan, and Lynsay. Sonali speaks to the audience.

More now from the Inclusive Design for Sustainability Conference where David Hogg chats to Abertay University's Dr Lynsay Shepherd. Image description: Lynsay smiles as she poses for the photo. She has short blonde hair and is wearing a dark t-shirt with an open light grey cardigan.

In episode 231 Andrew Usher, Researcher and Boxing Coach, joins us. Specifically Andrew will be looking at: Importance of energy systems Energy system misconceptions How to implement sprint interval training About Andrew "Andrew Usher, exercise physiologist and teaching fellow fellow at Abertay University. PhD was titled An Exploration of Muscle Oxygen Kinetics in Professional Boxing and based on my work with elite atheltes over the last 10 or so years. I work with a range of athletes from early start career to elite and world level both in boxing and other sporting areas. Our research paper Use of NIRS to explore skeletal muscle oxygenation during different training sessions in professional boxing Is the first to look at the effects of training modalities within professional boxing, and their relevance to outcomes (sparring and competition)." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXLNtMNRGIc&t=6s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YjORW6pCkV0 https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/scottish-boxing-champs-fine-tuned-26974253 Twitter: andrewusher Instagram: theandrewusher Nominate future podcast guests here! If you want to hear from a particular person on a particular topic, let us know! Hit the link below and we'll see what we can whip up for you. https://www.scienceforsport.com/nominate/ FREE 7d COACH ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/sfsepisode231 JOIN THE SCIENCE FOR SPORT TEAM: https://www.scienceforsport.com/join-our-team/ ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively, Freeing Up Time To Spend With Friends And Family ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

Join us on this episode of Digital Artcast as we sit down with Ryan Locke, the visionary Head of Centre for Excellence in Computer Games Education at Abertay University. With a career dedicated to shaping the future of game design education, Ryan shares his insights on how the curriculum is evolving to ensure students not only thrive but also stay ahead in an industry increasingly influenced by AI and emerging technologies. Discover the innovative approaches being implemented at Abertay University, the unique challenges and opportunities facing future game designers, and Ryan's vision for the next decade of game education. Whether you're an aspiring game designer or a seasoned pro, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and inspiration. Connect with Ryan: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/loakers Social: twitter.com/ryanjlocke Email: r.locke@abertay.ac.uk Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more inspiring interviews with leading figures in the world of digital art and game design! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitalartcast/message

Charities Fight for Sight and Vision Foundation released a report highlighting the acute experiences of loneliness among people who are blind or vision impaired. The report, based on evidence gathered by Abertay University, found that blind and vision impaired people are three times more likely to experience loneliness or isolation than the general population. Joining our Paulina Kuchorew to discuss the report and its findings is Ellie Southwood. More on the report here: Our latest report: Outside - Insights into loneliness and isolation for blind and vision impaired people – Vision Foundation Image: Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. RNIB is written in bold black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Underneath, 'Connect Radio' written in smaller black letters. 

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Dr Stuart Waiton is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology and Criminology at Abertay University, Dundee and also the chair of Scottish Union for Education. SUE aims to improve schools as places of learning rather than sites of activism. Join scottishunionforeducation.substack.com GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Known as stats Jamie across Social Media platforms, is a Political/Economic commentator & Statistician and former Head of Health Analysis and Labour Market Analysis at the Office for National Statistics in the UK

GUEST OVERVIEW: Dr Stuart Waiton is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology and Criminology at Abertay University, Dundee and also the chair of Scottish Union for Education. SUE aims to improve schools as places of learning rather than sites of activism. Join scottishunionforeducation.substack.com

Electronic sports, or esports, have evolved the concept of ‘sport', especially around the mental acuity needed to play. Professor Samantha Punch from the University of Stirling together with Dr David Scott at Abertay University, Scotland, have investigated what's known as the sociology of mindsport. They have uncovered the intense physicality and team play involved in the card game bridge, drawing attention to bridge's status as a mindsport that anyone can play.Read more in Research OutreachRead the original research: doi/10.1177/00380261231155326

It's the first birthday of ‘That's Debatable!'. We hope listeners will indulge us as we take a moment at the beginning of today's episode to look back over one or two of the segments from the last twelve months that have particularly resonated. First up on today's main menu, however, is the ‘Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act', which will now be activated on April Fool's Day, nearly three years after it first received Royal Assent. The law creates new stirring up of hatred offences for protected characteristics including age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and transgender identity. As Dr Stuart Waiton of Abertay University has reported in the Scottish Mail on Sunday, “From Section 4 of the Act itself, we find that saying something a ‘reasonable person' would consider ‘insulting' could be enough to see the long arm of the law reach into your living room”. He goes on to say, “What we are witnessing is a new type of authoritarianism – one that is clothed in the language of care and protection”. We continue with a discussion of Labour's proposed Hate Crime Action Plan announced by Yvette Cooper. Worryingly, the proposal risks bringing back far more frequent recording of Non-Crime Hate Incidents (‘NCHI'), this after all the effort we have expended in getting these expunged from the records of people who have simply expressed a controversial view in the public square. We finish with a brief discussion of the latest report from Hope Not Hate, which focuses on what it calls the new ‘Radical Right'. This phenomenon allegedly “differs from the traditional far right in that it advocates an illiberal democracy rather than overthrow of the system itself”. Rather ludicrously, this leads to a document that lists senior Tories such as Jacob Rees-Mogg, John Redwood and Iain Duncan Smith in Section 3, its ‘Radical Right Feature'. That's Debatable!' is edited by Jason Clift.

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Dr Stuart Waiton is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology and Criminology at Abertay University, Dundee and also the chair of Scottish Union for Education. SUE aims to improve schools as places of learning rather than sites of activism. Join scottishunionforeducation.substack.com GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Karen Hunt is a prolific blogger, the author/illustrator of 19 children's books, co-founder of InsideOUT Writers, founder of My World Project, author of the YA Fantasy series, NIGHT ANGELS CHRONICLES and the sci-fi novel LUMINARIA: Tales of Earth & Oran, Love & Revenge. She has written countless essays and articles, exploring this dystopian era. She is a 2nd-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do, a full contact boxer and kick

In the first of two new bonus episodes of Hunting Mr X, we dive even deeper into the UK's gritty underworld in the 1980s and 1990s. Host Brendan Duggan is joined by two guests to learn how the criminal industry evolved and the devastating impact of the drug scene on communities during these turbulent times. Retired detective chief superintendent Neil Leslie is now a lecturer of criminology and policing at Abertay University and Richard Prest is DC Thomson's head of content development and a former crime reporter. If you have any questions about Mr X or tips about Julian Chisholm, please 89email brendan.duggan@dcthomson.co.uk. To read more about this case go The Press and Journal for more information.

Richie is joined by Stuart Waiton and Patrick E. Walsh.Dr. Stuart Waiton is a criminologist and sociologist. He's a senior lecturer at Abertay University in Dundee. Stuart is also a regular contributor to Spiked. Academic freedom is under attack. New guidance for Universities on how to tackle racism implies that the pursuit of academic freedom is racist. Stuart discusses this and more.https://scottishunionforeducation.substack.com/Patrick E. Walsh is a citizen journalist from Kilkenny, Ireland. He has been investigating excess deaths in Ireland, whether the numbers are higher than usual and if there is any link to the covid-19 jabs. Don't miss this. https://substack.com/@patrickewalsh

SSoF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground SSOF Rash Guard & Shorts Discount - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/sweet-science-rash-guard Andy currently holds degrees in Sports Biomedicine, Strength and Conditioning, and Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition from various institutions throughout the United Kingdom. His Ph.D. research focuses on the effect of vitamin D3 supplementation on the aerobic and anaerobic exercise performance on recreational combat athletes at Abertay University. Timestamps 0:00 - Andy's background 1:33 - High dose Vitamin D, is it safe? 4:23 - Optimal Vitamin D levels 6:39 - Does skin color change Vitamin D dose? 10:22 - Are foods fortified with Vitamin D enough? 11:28 - Symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency 12:40 - Andy's research on Vitamin D & aerobic/anaerobic performance 21:58 - Zinc and magnesium 24:20 - Other supplement recommendations 27:10 - Fish oil 30:53 - Should you take a multi? 42:38 - Creatine non-responders 46:30 - Does CBD work? Andy's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-andrew-marley-phd-msc-bsc-hons-bsc-fhea-6353b5157 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmarley90/ Iron Neck Discount - Automatically added at checkout: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ironneck⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ★  ★  FREE Stuff! ★  ★ For The Strikers - 5 Powerful Tips For Developing Devastating KO Power! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/devastating-ko-power-yt/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For The Grapplers - 9 Tricks To Build Specific BJJ Strength Without The Rampant Steroid Abuse! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/7-awesome-ways-to-get-stronger-for-grappling-bjj/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For The MMA Athlete - 6 Secrets From The Pros To Never Gas Out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/6-secrets-from-the-pros-to-never-gas-out/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Training Programs:

Richie is joined by Stuart Waiton PhD and Mina Dew. Dr. Stuart Waiton is a criminologist and sociologist. He's also a senior lecturer at Abertay University in Dundee. Stuart came on to discuss plans to take juries out of rape trials in Scotland, cancel culture on university campuses, Labour's plan to teach schoolboy's to respect women and more. https://www.spiked-online.com/2023/04/26/the-snps-elitist-attack-on-trial-by-jury/In January 2023, Class Action Covid UK submitted a 130-page brief on vaccine injuries to legal counsel. The barrister who read the brief described it as “very compelling” and “the best brief" he'd ever seen. Based on the advice received, Class Action Covid UK is now working to bring a vaccine injury test case as soon as possible. Mina Dew came on the show to discuss this with Richiewww.cacuk.uk 

SSoF App & Community: ⁠⁠https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground⁠⁠ SSOF Rash Guard & Shorts Discount - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" ⁠⁠https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/sweet-science-rash-guard⁠ Andrew Usher is a PhD researcher out of Abertay University and coaches a myriad of combat athletes. Most notably, training Hannah Rankin, who is the WBA female super-welterweight. Dr. John Babraj is Andrew's PhD supervisor specializing in high-intensity training.John and Andrew BUST conditioning myths and share how they are developing multiple national and world champion boxers WITHOUT long slow runs. Timestamps 0:00 - Backgrounds 2:35 - High-intensity training: What is it and what you're trying to achieve 4:54 - How important is VO2max? 7:18 - Targeting peripheral adaptations 8:48 - Changes in HIT protocols to spur adaptations 21:51 - Sub-elite athletes will benefit from a HIT approach? 26:35 - Bike the best option? 32:30 - Holding peak power 35:40 - Fatigue theory models 40:15 - Adaptations only happen in lower or upper body? 47:44 - Warm-ups not needed 57:40 - HIT increasing arterial stiffness? 59:50 - HIT and reducing mitochondria? 1:02:17 - Should we think about energy systems when conditioning? 1:19:00 - Implenting HIT with little equipment John's Research: https://rke.abertay.ac.uk/en/persons/john-a-babraj/publications/ Andrew's Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewusher Iron Neck Discount - Automatically added at checkout: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ironneck⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ★  ★  FREE Stuff! ★  ★ For The Strikers - 5 Powerful Tips For Developing Devastating KO Power! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/devastating-ko-power-yt/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For The Grapplers - 9 Tricks To Build Specific BJJ Strength Without The Rampant Steroid Abuse! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/7-awesome-ways-to-get-stronger-for-grappling-bjj/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For The MMA Athlete - 6 Secrets From The Pros To Never Gas Out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/6-secrets-from-the-pros-to-never-gas-out/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Training Programs:

Scottish Vision Strategy Conference was organised by leading sight loss charities RNIB Scotland and Sight Scotland and took place in Edinburgh on the 8th of March 2023. The theme of this year's event was ‘Building the Eyecare Support Pathway in Scotland' and with over 140 delegates from across health, social care, government, the visual impairment sector, optometry as well as blind and partially sighted people in attendance, the goal was to discuss the main challenges and successes in eye health care across Scotland.   Our Paulina Kuchorew spoke with Dr Mhairi Thurston, Senior Lecturer Counselling at Abertay University and RNIB's Senior Manager Eye Care Support Service, Ruth Morrell, about the importance of supporting emotional wellbeing as part of the eye care support pathway. Image shows Mhairi sitting on the left side with Ruth on the right. Paulina sits in the middle and is holding up a handheld recorder between them. 

Speaker: Jade Kouletakis, Abertay University, DundeeBiography: Jade is currently a lecturer at Albertay University Law School.Abstract: International intellectual property frameworks conceive of copyright exclusivity as a largely individualistic, westernised and capitalistic benefit which must be balanced against and limited by the non-commercial, competing public interest. This is expressed primarily by way of limitations to and exceptions from the norm of exclusivity recognised within these frameworks. This presentation argues for an alternative interpretation of copyright exclusivity as being justified by the public interest. However, unlike the works of Geiger et al., this interpretation is not premised upon the constitutional and quasi-constitutional patterns accounting for the public interest foundations of IP. Instead, it is premised upon the conceptualisations of indigenous communities within the Global South relating to exclusivity over intangible property for the communal benefit. This presentation argues that a paradigm shift in the international community at a supranational level is needed in order to better reflect the norms and values of the Global South. By reassessing the nature of copyright exclusivity rather than delegating conversations about non-commercial communal needs to limitations and exceptions, the Global South is no longer seen as mere passive receptors of Western norms and values, but as active participants with inherent value in the creation of a truly global IP framework.For more information see: https://www.cipil.law.cam.ac.uk/seminars-and-events/cipil-seminars

Speaker: Jade Kouletakis, Abertay University, DundeeBiography: Jade is currently a lecturer at Albertay University Law School.Abstract: International intellectual property frameworks conceive of copyright exclusivity as a largely individualistic, westernised and capitalistic benefit which must be balanced against and limited by the non-commercial, competing public interest. This is expressed primarily by way of limitations to and exceptions from the norm of exclusivity recognised within these frameworks. This presentation argues for an alternative interpretation of copyright exclusivity as being justified by the public interest. However, unlike the works of Geiger et al., this interpretation is not premised upon the constitutional and quasi-constitutional patterns accounting for the public interest foundations of IP. Instead, it is premised upon the conceptualisations of indigenous communities within the Global South relating to exclusivity over intangible property for the communal benefit. This presentation argues that a paradigm shift in the international community at a supranational level is needed in order to better reflect the norms and values of the Global South. By reassessing the nature of copyright exclusivity rather than delegating conversations about non-commercial communal needs to limitations and exceptions, the Global South is no longer seen as mere passive receptors of Western norms and values, but as active participants with inherent value in the creation of a truly global IP framework.For more information see: https://www.cipil.law.cam.ac.uk/seminars-and-events/cipil-seminars

Day 2 of the Accessible Gaming Symposium 2022 took place in Dundee yesterday. A collaboration between RNIB and Abertay University, the symposium is a first of its kind bringing together visually impaired gamers, game design companies, and game researchers and students, to chat about the future of accessible gaming. Our David Hogg was there and spoke with Dr Lynsay Shepherd, lecturer at School of Design and Informatics at Abertay University. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo.

And now more from the Accessible Gaming Symposium as David Hogg hears how one of the breakout sessions has gone from Iain Donald, Senior Lecturer in Game Production at Abertay University. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo.

Day 2 of the Accessible Gaming Symposium 2022 took place in Dundee on Thursday 6th of October. A collaboration between RNIB and Abertay University, the symposium is a first of its kind bringing together visually impaired gamers, game design companies and game researchers and students to chat about the future of accessible gaming. Our David Hogg was there and spoke with Sonali Rai, Broadcast Relationship and AD Technology Manager at RNIB. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo. 

Let's return to Dundee for more accessible games chat as Day 2 of the Symposium took place yesterday. Whilst there, our David Hogg managed to catch one of the guest speakers at the symposium, Dr Kenneth Scott-Brown from Abertay University. Image shows RNIB Connect Radio logo.

 Back to the Accessible Gaming Symposium and David Hogg caught up with Dr Robin Sloan from Abertay University about why the University partnered up with RNIB for the event. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo.

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On this episode is Andrew Usher. Andrew is performance specialist and sport scientist, who is currently doing his  Phd work at Abertay University in the UK. Andrew is a pioneer in the realm of sports performance for combat sports, and is leading the way in creating protocols, interventions, and education in the field. Links to Andrew:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theandrewusher/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.evolvedperformance.co.uk/about/Oxidative Potential Podcast LinksMoxy Monitor Discount:For a 5% discount on a Moxy Monitor purchase use promocode: OXPOhttps://www.moxymonitor.com/Instagram Links:https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/resiliencehpc/?hl=enYoutube Links:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfkBVklDMTPMbaPw0ikG2tgWebsite Links:https://www.resiliencehpc.ca/

As Lisa Keogh graduates on the day we publish, in this podcast, she shares her experiences of being investigated by Abertay University for stating biological facts, the impact it had on her as she was trying to finish her law degree, and how it has made getting a job impossible.Please DONATE to her Action against Abertay University: https://fundher.online/product/lisa-action-against-abertay-university/ You can follow Lisa on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/keogh1992x    @keogh1992x---WRN Merch: https://www.produkts.co.uk/For Women's Rights Network information:Twitter: https://twitter.com/WomensRightsNetHomepage: https://www.womensrights.network/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WomensRightsNetwork/Insta: https://www.instagram.com/womensrightsnetworkuk/Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/wrnukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womensrightsnetwork #WomensRightsNework #RespectMySex #NoToSelfID #SexNotGender #SaveOurSpaces

GUESTS:Andrew Usher is the performance specialist at Evolved Performance, where he works with a range of athletes, ranging from amateur boxers to world champion boxers such as Hannah Rankin. He hold a Masters of Research degree in Sport and Exercise science from Roehampton University, where he researched the underpinning physiology of amateur boxing and caffeine in combat sports.He is currently undertaking his PhD at Abertay University, where he is looking at the underpinning physiology of professional boxing, especially in regard to training load and recovery.John is a senior lecturer in exercise physiology at Abertay University, Dundee. He has a PhD looking at protein metabolism in response to exercise and nutrition. A major focus of his research has been on sprint interval training, and he is viewed as one of the leading experts in this training modality. Currently a major research focus is the physiological responses to sprint interval training that improve recovery of athletes during competition, for example within and between rounds in combat sports.EPISODE LINKS:► Andrew on Instagram:► John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnbabraj/► University Page: https://rke.abertay.ac.uk/en/persons/john-a-babraj/publications/TOPICS:0:00 - Intro1:30 - Start1:50 - Background3:22 - Sprint Interval Training11:35 - Testing with Wingate27:35 - Training with Wingate Sprints1:06:30 - The Physiology of Sprints Training 1:12:00 - Future ResearchPodcast available on April 21, 2022PODCAST INFO:► Podcast website: https://anchor.fm/upside-strength-podcast► Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/3mroiB4► Spotify: http://spoti.fi/34jJtyXPODCAST PLAYLISTS:► Full episodes playlist: http://bit.ly/3oSCkxe► English Clips playlist: http://bit.ly/3gRmAry► French Clips playlist: http://bit.ly/2K1IoVKCONNECT:► Subscribe for more videos here: http://bit.ly/1Xgr5y5► Book a Free Consultation: https://bit.ly/UpsideConsult► WhatsApp: https://wa.me/41763949673► Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanseale► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanseale/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upsidestrength► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upside_stre

Dr Jonathon Wilkin, Abertay University, discusses the importance of New Product Development (NPD) and innovation to the future sustainability of the red meat industry and the skills and attributes required to work in this field from farm to the finished product on shop shelves.

Project Fizzyo promotes better breathing in teenagers with cystic fibrosis by merging their daily physiotherapy exercise routine with a computer game. Emma Raywood, PHD student and Lead Investigator on Project Fizzyo explains how it works. And vets are using a VR headset to help them oversee the health of cows in a project exploring the benefits of computer game technology for use in other working environments. Prof Ruth Falconer from Abertay University heads the SmARtview project. It's a world away from 1972 when pong was developed by Allan Alcorn. New Generation Thinker Christopher Harding finds out more. Project Fizzyo: https://scottishgames.net/2021/03/03/case-study-konglomerate-games/ SmARtview project: https://www.innovationforgames.com/ingame-projects/smartview/ Today's conversation was a New Thinking episode of the Arts and Ideas podcast made in partnership with the Arts and Humanities Research council which is part of UKRI. Link to playlist New Research on the Free Thinking programme website on BBC Radio 3 https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p03zws90 Presenter: Christopher Harding Producer: Paula McFarlane

In this week's podcast, Alice and Nicolas talk with Dr Iain Donald. Iain is a Senior Lecturer in Game Production at Abertay University. His research explores commemoration and memorialization in videogames and interactive media as well as the intersection of games, digital media and history. Iain is also a skilled developer of video games. He has been involved in several award-winning Applied Games projects, and has written and presented on creating and developing games for digital health, education, cybersecurity and social change. Among other topics, we discuss–      the possibilities, limitations and challenges of representing war and battle in video games–      the significance of historical accuracy in video games based on real conflicts–      the complex interplay of technical, aesthetic, economic and historical interests in the creation of games–      the ethical aspects of video gaming and player immersion, especially with regard to the representation of violence and injury–      the risks, challenges and consequences of representing real-life wars, battles and conflicts in games –      the role and ethics of player agencyWe hope you enjoy the episode!   For a version of our podcast with close captions, please use this link. You can find out more about Dr Iain Donald's work on his website at Abertay University. For links to some of the games Iain mentions in the podcast, you can read this blog.For more information about the Visualising War project, individuals and their projects, access to resources and more, please have a look on the University of St Andrews Visualising War website. Music composed by Jonathan YoungSound mixing by Zofia Guertin

In the sixth episode, we explore the ever-important question: what does it mean to have a relationship with ourselves? We question how do we feel about ourselves, what we believe about ourselves, and how we feel in our own company. We discuss how all of this impacts our behavior and relationships and if our relationship with ourselves is suffering, how do we engage with the work of healing? Maheen is a pluralistic therapist based in Lahore. She holds a Master's degree in Counselling from Abertay University, Scotland. She is experienced with face-to-face and online counseling mediums, as well as in conducting academic mental health research. You can contact her at m.saeed.counselling@gmail.com. You can watch the full episode here.

In the sixth episode, we explore the ever-important question: what does it mean to have a relationship with ourselves? We question how do we feel about ourselves, what we believe about ourselves, and how we feel in our own company. We discuss how all of this impacts our behavior and relationships and if our relationship with ourselves is suffering, how do we engage with the work of healing? Maheen is a pluralistic therapist based in Lahore. She holds a Master's degree in Counselling from Abertay University, Scotland. She is experienced with face-to-face and online counseling mediums, as well as in conducting academic mental health research. You can contact her at m.saeed.counselling@gmail.com. You can watch the full episode here.

GUESTS: Evan Peikon is an integrative physiologist with an interest in enhancing human performance through the use of technology, better training practices, and cutting edge research and design. Evan has experience working as a consultant for professional sports teams, special operations performance groups, as well as biotechnology companies who are invested in enhancing human performance. Evan is also a sports scientist and performance coach at the Training Think Tank where he works with athletes across the United States and internationally.  Andrew is 48 years old, and grew up in the east end of Glasgow, initially studying computer engineering at University. As a youth he boxed and then went on to compete in Muay Thai Kickboxing and in his late 20's turned his attention to coaching. He is currently the owner of Evolved Performance, where he works with everyone from the recreational and inspiring athlete to cyclists, boxers and MMA athletes. Evolved Performance offers physiological testing and performance blueprints. Andrew is also the sports scientist and performance specialist for Norther Sporting Club In Aberdeen, and works exclusively with the professional boxers in all areas of performance, from physiology to performance nutrition. Currently they have an exciting stable of fighters, with several looking to compete for IBF titles. Andrew is also heavily involved in research, and is currently finishing his MRes in Sports and Exercise Science at Roehampton University and undertakes his PhD at Abertay University in October of this year. Guglielmo: Certified OMPT, University Tutor at PGD and Athletic trainer with a 13-years career transcending the fields of therapeutic exercise in the treatment and management of musculoskeletal disorders and athletic injuries. I was born as an athletic trainer dedicated to soccer and running after a career of middle distance runner and i work with S&C staff of professional athletes Dedicated to advancing the relationship between motor control, human kinetics, and biomechanics, specifically applied to overload injuries and motor skills development as a therapeutic strategy. Specialise in sports medicine/rehabilitation, massage/manual therapy, pain science, therapeutic exercise, and musculoskeletal diseases. I remain at the forefront of human movement and muscle physiology as it pertains to the well-being of athletes, with a concentration on musculoskeletal disorders and sports performance. I am involved in ongoing research, including the effectiveness of therapeutic exercise strategies in the management ALBP in professional sportsmen and the analysis of the performance, advantages, and limitations of IMU techniques for the reconstruction of the kinematics and dynamics of a person during a physical activity. SPONSOR(S): Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor for this episode: ► Moxy Monitor: https://www.moxymonitor.com/shop/ (5% off promo code: “UPSIDE” at checkout) EPISODE LINKS: ► IG Gug: https://www.instagram.com/guglielmo.formichella/?hl=it ► LinkedIn Gug: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guglielmo-formichella-85065195 ► IG Andrew 1: https://www.instagram.com/evolvedperformanceuk  ► IG Andrew 2: https://www.instagram.com/theandrewusher ► Evan on IG: https://www.instagram.com/evan_peikon/ ► Evan's Substack: https://emergentperformance.substack.com/  ► Evan's Performance Physiology Course: https://course.trainingthinktank.com/offers/bwusR27k/checkout ► Full Video Episode: https://youtu.be/4wXAlWxzizA TOPICS: 0:00 - Intro 4:00 - Start 4:40 - Introductions Assessing Boxers Biomecanical Limitations Knee Injuries in Fighting Running for Boxing Endurance Running for Boxing Power Conditioning for Combat Athletes VO2 and Boxing Working Without Technology Moxy in Combat Sports Nicolas Question Podcast available on September 2nd, 2021 PODCAST INFO: ► Podcast website: https://upsidestrength.podbean.com/ ► Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/3mroiB4 ► Spotify: http://spoti.fi/34jJtyX PODCAST PLAYLISTS: ► Full episodes playlist: http://bit.ly/3oSCkxe ► English Clips playlist: http://bit.ly/3gRmAry ► French Clips playlist: http://bit.ly/2K1IoVK CONNECT: ► Subscribe for more videos here: http://bit.ly/1Xgr5y5 ► Book a Free Consultation: https://bit.ly/UpsideConsult ► WhatsApp: https://wa.me/41763949673 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanseale ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanseale/ ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upsidestrength ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upsidestrength ► Tik Tok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSgNAPQF/ EQUIPMENT & PROMOTIONS: ▶︎ Moxy Monitor (outside CH, AUS, ITA, GER): https://www.moxymonitor.com/shop/ (5% off promo code: “UPSIDE” at checkout) ▶︎ Moxy Monitor (CH, AU, ITA, GER only): (email me at info@upsidestrength.com for 20% off) ▶︎ VO2 Master: https://vo2master.com/ (email me at info@upsidestrength.com for a discount code) ▶︎ Spirometer: http://ebay.to/2YCcSBj ▶︎ Idiag P-100: https://www.idiag.ch/en/idiag-p100-en/ (email me at info@upsidestrength.com for a 20% discount code) ▶︎ The Breather: https://www.luftforlife.com/?ref=seanseale2 ▶︎ Spirometer: https://www.spirometry.com/prodotti/spirobank-smart/ ▶︎ Idiag P-100: https://www.idiag.ch/en/idiag-p100-en/ (email me at info@upsidestrength.com for a 20% discount code) ▶︎ The Breather: https://www.luftforlife.com/?ref=seanseale2 ▶︎ Strength Coach Network: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/upside/?orid=15781 (50% off on your first month) DISCLAIMER:  ► These descriptions usually contain affiliate links. 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GUEST: Andrew is 48 years old, and grew up in the east end of Glasgow, initially studying computer engineering at University. As a youth he boxed and then went on to compete in Muay Thai Kickboxing and in his late 20's turned his attention to coaching. He is currently the owner of Evolved Performance, where he works with everyone from the recreational and inspiring athlete to cyclists, boxers and MMA athletes. Evolved Performance offers physiological testing and performance blueprints. Andrew is also the sports scientist and performance specialist for Norther Sporting Club In Aberdeen, and works exclusively with the professional boxers in all areas of performance, from physiology to performance nutrition. Currently they have an exciting stable of fighters, with several looking to compete for IBF titles. Andrew is also heavily involved in research, and is currently finishing his MRes in Sports and Exercise Science at Roehampton University and undertakes his PhD at Abertay University in October of this year. Andrew is currently finishing his MRes in Sports and Exercise Science at Roehampton University, and undertakes his PhD at Abertay University in October. SPONSOR(S): Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor for this episode: ► Moxy Monitor: https://www.moxymonitor.com/shop/ (5% off promo code: “UPSIDE” at checkout) EPISODE LINKS: ► IG: https://www.instagram.com/evolvedperformanceuk ► IG: https://www.instagram.com/theandrewusher ► Full Video Episode: https://youtu.be/lwIxH8PBIcM TOPICS: 0:00 - Intro 3:13 - Start 3:20 - Fighting Background 10:01 - Demands of Boxing 14:58 - Boxing Physiology 18:58 - Boxing Bioenergetics 24:40 - Masters & Doctorate 31:53 - Boxing Biomechanics 33:59 - Moxy in Boxing 56:53 - Sport Science & Health 1:04:23 - Zone 2 Work 1:18:13 - Breathing in Boxing 1:28:13 - Substrate Utilisation 1:38:43 - Moxy Summit Podcast available on July 26th, 2021 PODCAST INFO: ► Podcast website: https://upsidestrength.podbean.com/ ► Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/3mroiB4 ► Spotify: http://spoti.fi/34jJtyX PODCAST PLAYLISTS: ► Full episodes playlist: http://bit.ly/3oSCkxe ► English Clips playlist: http://bit.ly/3gRmAry ► French Clips playlist: http://bit.ly/2K1IoVK CONNECT: ► Subscribe for more videos here: http://bit.ly/1Xgr5y5 ► Book a Free Consultation: https://bit.ly/UpsideConsult ► WhatsApp: https://wa.me/41763949673 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanseale ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanseale/ ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upsidestrength ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upsidestrength ► Tik Tok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSgNAPQF/ EQUIPMENT & PROMOTIONS: ▶︎ Spirometer: http://ebay.to/2YCcSBj ▶︎ Idiag P-100: https://www.idiag.ch/en/idiag-p100-en/ (email me at info@upsidestrength.com for a 20% discount code) ▶︎ The Breather: https://www.luftforlife.com/?ref=seanseale2 ▶︎ Moxy Monitor (outside CH, AUS, ITA, GER): https://www.moxymonitor.com/shop/ (5% off promo code: “UPSIDE” at checkout) ▶︎ Moxy Monitor (CH, AU, ITA, GER only): (email me at info@upsidestrength.com for 20% off) ▶︎ Spirometer: https://www.spirometry.com/prodotti/spirobank-smart/ ▶︎ Idiag P-100: https://www.idiag.ch/en/idiag-p100-en/ (email me at info@upsidestrength.com for a 20% discount code) ▶︎ The Breather: https://www.luftforlife.com/?ref=seanseale2 ▶︎ Strength Coach Network: https://strengthcoachnetwork.com/upside/?orid=15781 (50% off on your first month) DISCLAIMER: ► These descriptions usually contain affiliate links. If you decide to purchase a product through one of them, I receive a small commission at no cost to you. I never endorse products that I have not personally used myself or not found to be beneficial in my life.

The novelist Libby Scott has just released her third novel ‘Ways to Be Me' in collaboration with the author Rebecca Westcott. Along with her mum she tells us about her new book and it's realistic portrayal of autism, and her own diagnosis at the age of 10. The presenter, journalist and “Queen of Mean”, Anne Robinson, tells us about becoming the first female host of Channel 4's longest running series Countdown We discuss why the future of the high street needs to put women at the centre of its design and overall regeneration. Mary Portas has done a TED talk and podcast arguing for a new approach by business and customers and has now written a book about it all called “Rebuild”. Suzannah Clarke has published new research saying women are responsible for 85% of spending on the High Street and they need to be taken into account in future planning if the downward trends are to be reversed. Eilidh Doyle is Scotland's most decorated track and field athlete of all time. The Olympic, World and European medal holder had hoped to compete in the Olympics in Tokyo this month but instead announced her retirement from competitive athletics. She tells us about coming to that decision about retirement and why she is involved in a project with Abertay University, where elite athletes and sporting figures share their experiences of unexpected setbacks and coping strategies with people who have been negatively impacted by Covid. And the writer Emily Rapp Black, whose left leg was amputated at the age of four due to a congenital defect, tells us about the instant connection she felt with the artist Frida Kahlo. Her new book ‘Frida Kahlo and My Left Leg' describes how Emily has made sense of her own life and body. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Rabeka Nurmahomed Editor: Louise Corley

The future of the High Street looked challenging before the pandemic but as shops have reopened it's become evident how urgent the situation now is. Many brands or their outlets have gone bankrupt or moved online. More than a decade ago Mary Portas outlined this trend with a government review into the problem, but she is now urging people to rethink their whole relationship with shopping and consumerism and move towards a 'kindness economy' as we come out of the lockdown. She has now written a book about this called Rebuild. She joins Krupa Padhy to discuss, alongside Suzannah Clarke who has published research saying women are the key to the regeneration of the High Street economy. Women are responsible for 85% of spending there and she says they need to be taken into account in future planning if the downward trends are to be reversed. Eilidh Doyle is Scotland's most decorated track and field athlete of all time. The Olympic, World and European medal holder had hoped to compete in the Olympics in Tokyo this month but instead announced – at the age of 34 - her retirement from competitive athletics. She talks to Krupa about knowing when to stop, and becoming involved in a new project with Abertay University, where elite athletes and sporting figures such as Judy Murray and Tanni-Grey Thompson share their experiences of unexpected setbacks and coping strategies with people who have been negatively impacted by Covid-19. School summer holidays are looming in England and Wales and in Scotland and Northern Ireland they have already begun. But what provision is there for the children of working parents who need local, affordable and well-run holiday childcare? There are rumours of patchy availability, often with a high cost. So what impact is this having on parents? Ahead of the results of their annual survey on this – Megan Jarvie, Head of Coram Family and Childcare joins Krupa along with Rebekah Jackson, Director of the Out of School Alliance. 14 year old Mackenzy Beard from Swansea has had a painting selected for exhibition at the Royal Academy, as part of their Young Artists' Summer Show. The work will be on display online and in London from 13th July. Mackenzy joins Krupa to talk about her inspiration for the piece. Do plants have a memory? Yes, according to the pioneering research of Professor Dame Caroline Dean, a plant biologist who has spent more than thirty years looking into how plants remember seasons, and what this can tell us. She's just been awarded the prestigious Wolf Prize in Agriculture, which is considered by some to be the equivalent of a Nobel Prize in agriculture. Caroline joins Krupa to talk through her extraordinary work and career. Image: Mary Portas Credit: Josh Shinner

Law Student Lisa Keogh talks to Niall after she was investigated by a Scottish university for saying "women have vaginas" and women are not as strong as men has been cleared of any wrongdoing. Abertay University cleared Lisa after classmates complained she had made “offensive” remarks at an online lecture. She had argued the difference in strength between the sexes meant it was not fair that women should have to compete against trans women in sport. She has now received a letter from the Chair of the Student Disciplinary Board informing her all the complaints against her have been dismissed.

What laws exist in Bolivia to combat violence against women? Where did they come from? How are they used by the women that they exist to protect? In this episode of our podcast series, our South American Events officer, Maddie Whitehead, speaks to Dr. Ashley Rogers about her PhD on Violence Against Women in La Paz. Dr. Rogers completed twelve months of ethnographic research in urban La Paz about the connection between women and the law when it relates to gender based violence. She is currently a professor in criminology at Abertay University and uses her knowledge of the law to provide a legal perspective on the issue of violence against women in Bolivia. Interview by Maddie Whitehead. Music by Lorcan Cudlip Cook. Learn more about the Oxford Society for International Development at oxsid.org

Reimagining the University of Lynchburg and Building Partnerships with Lynchburg with President Alison Morrison-Shetlar President Alison Morrison-Shetlar describes herself as a “servant leader.” She is the first person born outside the U.S. and the first woman to serve as the University of Lynchburg's president. Her term began in August 2020. As the COVID-19 pandemic started to take hold in the U.S., the then-president-elect launched a fledgling effort to sew cloth face masks for the University community. The initiative, which she called “Sewcial Hornets,” eventually involved more than 360 “voluntailors” — students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and friends of the University — who made over 8,500 masks. President Alison, as she likes to be called, spent her first official day in office serving the greater Lynchburg community at Building Our Community Together, an event that brings together area universities, nonprofits, and other groups. In partnership with her favorite nonprofit, Samaritan's Feet International, and the University's Master of Nonprofit Leadership Studies program, she handed out free shoes and socks to about 400 local children. Raised on the Scottish Isle of Bute, President Alison says she was “just an average kid.” Her father was the county clerk, her mother was a homemaker. At Rothesay Academy, she played basketball and field hockey and competed on the track and field team in the high jump, long jump, and 100-meter dash. At age 18, she left home for Dundee College of Technology — now Abertay University — where she earned a Bachelor of Science, with honors, in biology and chemistry, and a PhD in biomedical sciences. As a first-generation college student, she originally wanted to be-come a laboratory technician and get an associate degree. Dundee's president encouraged her to pursue a bachelor's degree in biology and chemistry instead. She graduated second in her class. She went on to do postdoctoral research at the Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology in London, then became chair of the molecular biology unit at the Max Planck Institute in Dortmund, Germany, and a teach- er-scholar at Bochum University in Bochum, Germany. In 1993, she followed her husband, Robert Shetlar, to the U.S., where he had a postdoctoral position in Connecticut. Over the next 20 years, she held teaching, research, and administrative positions
at colleges and universities in Maine, Connecticut, Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina. Most recently, she served as interim chancellor at Western Carolina University. On their first day in the office at Lynchburg, President Alison and her husband, the “first gentleman,” announced a new endowed scholarship to support student success. They also adopted a “first dog,” black Lab puppy Molly, who will accompany them as they hike the campus trails and in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Meanwhile, President Alison is working with the campus community and city partners on three University pillars: leadership development; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and innovation and collaboration.
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In the first of our Food & Drink podcast series in the run-up to COP26, taking place in Glasgow in November, we speak to Iain Stirling of Arbikie Distillery about the production of and unique science behind Nàdar and the collaboration with the James Hutton Institute and Abertay University that led to the world's first Climate Positive Gin. 

This weeks episode includes Ray Cordeiro, the worlds oldest DJ (from Hong Kong); Hugging; Ian Paisley Junior;  RTE Brendan and Dawkins on Downs; IKEA Australia; Abertay University and Trans; Ant Music; Jose Contreras; Extinction Rebellion; Hunza Yousaf; the new Archbishop of Sydney;  John Blanchard; The Archbishop of Canterbury and Dr Bernard Randall; the Atheism of Abba; Prince Harry uses freedom of Speech to question freedom of speech; the challenge to Roe v. Wade; Christians in Nigeria; and Noel Richards 'Great is the Darkness'... Links on www.theweeflea.com    

Despite a long and courageous history of female spies, the UK's secret intelligence agencies - MI5, MI6 and GCHQ - are still overwhelmingly dominated by men. The head of GCHQ, Jeremy Fleming, has committed his agency to up its efforts to 'attract talented women' as part of a wider focus on increasing diversity and inclusion. But will more women in the intelligence services make us safer? Not necessarily, says Sally Walker, who was until recently one of the most senior women at GCHQ and the creator of the UK's National Cyber Force. She talks to Emma about her take on diversifying the world of spies, and what's really needed to keep us safe from the constant, often invisible threats to the UK's national security. This week we're allowed to do more and more, as lockdown eases further. Hug with caution, have a meal inside a restaurant, a drink inside a pub and go to the theatre. One theatre that pulled up the curtain last night is the Bush Theatre in London with a play called Harm. It's a monologue, and the actress who carries it is Kelly Gough. She joins Emma to explain how it felt after such a long imposed break from treading the boards. A 29 year old Scottish law student says she’s being investigated by her University because of comments she’s made about men and women. In her University lectures - done online - she's said women are weaker than men, and women are women because they have reproductive organs. Lisa Keogh is in her final few days at Abertay University in Dundee where she's been studying law for four years. She speaks to Emma. The number of children in care in England is at its highest since 1985 and it's rising. A mother's addiction to drugs and alcohol is often one of the issues and domestic violence is a factor in many cases. The reporter and DJ Milly Chowles became a mum at 40 last year, she’s in recovery from addiction and feels she was given lots of chances to change. Her fear is that women now aren’t getting those opportunities and the impact on them, their children and society is devastating. Today, the story of a woman who has come full circle - there are references to suicide. Back in March 2020, during the first lockdown, abortion regulations were relaxed in England, Scotland and Wales to allow telemedical early medical abortion care, before ten weeks’ gestation. This has meant that women have been able to continue to access abortion care during the pandemic by having medication posted to them following a telephone consultation with a qualified nurse or midwife. And more than 100,000 women have done so. Before this women had to go to a clinic for a face-to-face consultation before an early abortion. Charities and medical bodies working across sexual and reproductive health have now signed an open letter to Health Secretary Matt Hancock, calling for these temporary measures to be made permanent in England. Lesley Regan, Past President of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, and signatory to the letter, joins Emma to discuss.

Charly is currently a PhD student at Abertay University where she’s looking at the use of interactive role playing games to enhance the learning of a second language. She is also helping Women in Games build out their esports offering and having travelled a ton, Charly is a huge advocate for the inclusivity and protection of culture within video games. I really hope you enjoy listening to Charly’s story. This is episode 43 of She Plays Games

Rock on Soils is a project exploring whether spreading crushed rock onto agricultural land can capture large quantities of carbon in the ground. Taking carbon out of the air is a key part of the fight against climate change, and the rock that's used is a by-product of quarrying, so it's an exciting prospect. The EU-funded project is being led by the Scottish Organic Producers Association (SOPA), and a range of academic and farming partners. To find out more, Anna is speaking with Dunkeld beef and sheep farmer Alex Brewster, Doug Christie, who's got a partly-organic mixed farm in Leven in Fife, and Ehsam Jorat, a senior lecturer in geo-technical engineering at Abertay University.

In this episode of What The Hack?!, Gerry Grant, Cyber Security Manager of NHS Tayside. Gerry is responsible for the security of all NHS Tayside's digital assets ranging from laptops and PCs to MRI scanners.  Gerry graduated from Abertay University in 2017 with a degree in Ethical Hacking and prior to joining NHS, helped numerous companies from various sectors to help mitigate the risks faced by Cyber Security. He is passionate about making sure users understand the risks that they face and how they can help their organisations become more cyber aware. In this episode, we discuss how children can become more cyber conscious when using platforms like social media, and what to look for in basic cyber attacks such as phishing emails. To contact Gerry, please email - info@opensourceguardian.com Our LinkedIn Our Facebook Please like and subscribe if you enjoyed this episode.

The cybersecurity industry has relied on the concept of fear, uncertainty and doubt for years. It even has its own acronym - FUD. But is fear really the way to encourage people to make smarter cybersecurity decisions? Or does scaremongering actually has an adverse effect? Tim Sadler speaks to Dr Karen Renaud, Professor at Abertay University and Dr Marc Dupuis, Assistant Professor at the University of Washington Bothell to find out. Specializing in the human factors of cybersecurity, these academics have researched the effectiveness of fear appeals in cybersecurity and they fully believe that the industry needs to flip the script when it comes to training people to do the right thing. They recently shared their findings in the Wall Street Journal - a brilliant article titled Why Companies Should Stop Scaring Employees About Security and, in this episode, they shed more light on the topic.You can find more insights at the Tessian blog and you can subscribe to the Tessian newsletter to stay up to date with all Tessian's Human Layer Security news.

Richie is joined by Stuart Waiton and Dr. Vernon Coleman. Stuart Waiton is a criminologist and author who lectures at Abertay University in Dundee. Stuart came on to talk about a Home Office report into the characteristics of grooming gangs and why he feels it is misleading and actually puts young girls in danger. Stuart also discussed the suspension of Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani. Cavani was handed a three game ban and fined £100,000 for referring to a friend on Twitter as "negrito." www.spiked-online.com Dr. Vernon Coleman is a multiple bestselling author, national newspaper columnist and retired GP. Vernon joins Richie every week to poke holes in the governments latest pronouncements on Covid-19. Today he takes issue with an NHS doctor who claimed that non mask wearers have "blood on their hands." www.vernoncoleman.com

Talking about games with the Gaming Grandma, sidestepping The Discourse and Andy’s Xmas Crackers Has the Pandemic changed the way families game? The Gaming Grandma and Dr Lynn Love from Abertay University give Adam their view. Ewan Moore from GAMINGbible and FamilyGamerTV’s Andy Robertson talk more about family gaming and much more besides. And there’s oodles of Nolan North action as we talk about his work in Dirt5!

This episode's guest is Sonia Fizek, to discuss a forthcoming book on 'delegated' and 'interpassive' play. Sonia is a digital wanderer and a ludic thinker. On a more formal note, a professor at Cologne Game Lab in media and game studies and a co-editor in chief of the Journal of Gaming and Virtual Worlds. Previously a lecturer at Abertay University, a postdoctoral researcher at the Cent­re for Di­gi­tal Cul­tu­res at Leu­pha­na Uni­ver­si­ty Lüne­burg and a guest lecturer at: Leuphana University Lüne­burg, Goethe University Frankfurt, Hamburg Media School, and Design School Berlin. “Keywords in Play” is an interview series about game research supported by Critical Distance and the Digital Games Research Association. As a joint venture, “Keywords in Play” expands Critical Distance's commitment to innovative writing and research about games while using a conversational style to bring new and diverse scholarship to a wider audience. Our goal is to highlight the work of graduate students, early career researchers and scholars from under-represented groups, backgrounds and regions. The primary inspiration comes from sociologist and critic Raymond Williams. In the Preface to his book Keywords: a vocabulary of culture and society, Williams envisaged not a static dictionary but an interactive document, encouraging readers to populate blank pages with their own keywords, notes and amendments. “Keywords in Play” follows Williams in affirming that “The significance is in the selection”, and works towards diversifying the critical terms with which we describe games and game culture.  

Let's chat about mental wellbeing this World Mental Health Day 2020. According to research including over 16,000 people from the charity MIND, more than half of adults and over two thirds of young people said their mental health got worse during lockdown. But what if you're living with sight loss? We spoke with Dr. Mhairi Thurston, Senior Lecturer in Counselling at Abertay University about her work linking sight loss to mental health and why we shouldn't feel embarrassed about seeking help. And remember, if you need someone who understands sight loss, RNIB are here for you. Simply call the RNIB Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or alternatively email: helpline@rnib.org.uk. 

Dr Luis Calmeiro; Lecturer at the School of Social and Health Sciences, Abertay University - joins Stel, Ben and Johnny to discuss his research in Sport Psychology and Exercise and Health Psychology.

In this episode we visit with the ONLY duty of care of sport (in the World) at Abertay University. We discuss some of his research findings as it relates to mental health among soccer players, coaches and administrators. We discuss some of the challenges athletes face during their transition out of the game and Dr. Lavallee shares some of his research findings with us. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/downthetunnelwithkb/support

We deep drive into fluvial systems, naturalisation, integrated catchment management and all things related to the conservation of our waterways. I am joined by Dr Rebecca Wade, senior lecturer in environmental sciences at Abertay University. We hear about her journey in the sciences and work in North America, and how knowledge in urban restoration is being applied to rural rivers systems here in Scotland. We cover the importance of nature and the great outdoors for our health, green prescriptions, the expeditions of Captain Scott, and Rebecca's own upcoming adventure to Antarctica. For links mentioned in the show, visit: www.thepacebrothers.com/intothewildernesspodcast Buy volume 4 now: https://www.thepacebrothers.com/the-modern-huntsman Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pace_brothers/ Email: podcast@paceproductionsuk.com Website: www.thepacebrothers.com Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/pacebrothers  Podcast Partner: www.modernhuntsman.com

The concept of genetically-modified children might sound unacceptable to some - but it could make a crucial difference to parents at risk of passing on life threatening conditions. ‘Designer babies’ might not be as far away as we think. Guests: Dr Kalpana Surendranath Molecular Cell Biologist Sarah Chan Bioethicist, University of Edinburgh Dr Kevin Smith Bioethicist, Abertay University in Scotland Natalie Kofler Founding Director of Editing Nature Roundtable is a discussion program with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by David Foster, it's about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:30 GMT on TRT World. #DesignerBabies #DNA #genes

Abertay University's Toma Pustelnikovaite on the nuances underlying the influx of migrant academics into the UK. Featuring research with Dr Shiona Chillas (University of St Andrews). The number of foreign academics in the UK has been increasing over the last forty years, and currently comprises a third of UK’s academic profession (Lenihan and Witherspoon 2018). Existing research on migrant scholars, however, tends to focus on international careers and analyse mobility as a resource for career development and progression. Distinctively, our paper seeks to understand how the academic profession has responded to the influx of migrant scholars. We draw on the concept of social closure in the sociology of professions, and on empirical data from 62 semi-structured interviews with foreign-born academics working in 13 British universities. Findings show that academia has developed three social closure strategies – integration, exclusion and subordination – to control the absorption of migrant academics. The profession enacts these strategies to subtly regulate access, work and intra-professional relationships, selectively incorporating foreign-born academics and maintaining the status quo. The paper demonstrates nuances underlying the influx of migrant academics into the UK, suggesting that patterns of inclusion shape migrant scholars’ working lives.

Nathan Paterson, Audiovisual Architect at Australian National University in Canberra, AU, rejoins the show. Formerly at Abertay University in Scotland, Nathan discusses what it is like to transition from one role to another, including traveling across the globe to do so. What are some of the similarities? What are the differences? What type of learning curve exists when moving from one campus with its technologies and procedures to another? Hear him discuss how ANU seeks to ensure there are "no digital islands."

As freelancers we often feel like we’re all on our own, that we have to come up with everything ourselves. But there are communities of us, both online and offline, that we can lean on and use to learn from each other. Whether you’re just starting out or have been running your own freelance business for years, the power of community and networking can be a major benefit. Few know this better than today’s guest. Donna McAvoy is an amazing freelance animator and a member of our recent Mograph Mastermind Program. She studied computer arts at Abertay University and worked on mobile games before moving into animation for television. Now she’s freelancing as a 2D animator based in Glasgow where she creates some truly awesome work. In this bonus episode, Donna shares the story of her journey into freelance motion design. She has found a way to make a career in her home in Scotland where it may not seem like there are as many opportunities as elsewhere. Donna talks about the realities of looking for and finding jobs as a freelance animator and how she makes it work. Donna credits much of her success to proper networking. It’s helped her discover how others in her situation are making a living and has connected her to some of her best jobs. By connecting with other freelancers, Donna has been able to learn valuable tips from others like her, including that she could significantly raise the rates she was charging her clients.   In this episode: Finding work as a freelancer while living in a place without many big studios The power of motion design communities for helping you find direction as a freelancer The importance of networking for finding jobs when it may seem like none are available Why you should think about significantly raising your rates and the challenges and payoffs of doing so Why freelancers should be charging more than employees of a company How a mastermind can help build confidence, keep you accountable, and come up with great ideas for your business   Quotes: “Networking is just the biggest thing to be doing. And it’s also good to just get out from your desk. I guess a lot of people are working from home and you get a bit crazy there.” [10:43] “Although what you can charge varies from media to media, I think if you’re working remotely, it shouldn’t have such a big impact where you are based.” [12:23] “The networking part is probably most important I feel. Basically just getting your work out as soon as you can because maybe if you do feel like it’s not good enough, it’s good to get someone to give you perspective and feedback on what you could be doing to make it better.” [24:35]   Links: Find Donna McAvoy online Follow Donna on Instagram | Twitter | Vimeo | Linkedin Sign up for the Mograph Mastermind School of Motion   Find the full show notes here Keep up with everything Motion Hatch   Follow Motion Hatch on Twitter | Instagram If you haven't already, would you mind leaving us a rating and review? It really helps!  

According to Madmen’s ad executive Don Draper, “what you call love was invented by guys like me… to sell nylons.” So how does advertising and gaming grab us by our emotions? Can we know when we’re being manipulated? And is there anything we can do about it? Presenter Shahidha Bari hosts a Free Thinking Festival debate at Sage Gateshead. Ad man Robert Heath worked on campaigns including the Marlboro Cowboy, Castrol GTX Liquid Engineering, and Heineken “Refreshes the Parts”. He is the author of The Hidden Power of Advertising and Seducing the Subconscious: The Psychology of Emotional Influence in Advertising. Claudia Hammond presents All in the Mind and Mind Changers on BBC Radio 4 and Health Check on BBC World Service. She is the author of Emotional Rollercoaster: A journey through the science of feelings and Time Warped: Unlocking the Mysteries of Time Perception and Mind over Money: the psychology of money and how to use it better. Darshana Jayemanne is Lecturer in Games and Art at Abertay University. He is investigating the role of emotion in young people's digital play (collaborating with the NSPCC) and how this can be used to raise awareness of climate change (along with the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research). May Abdalla is co-director and founder of Anagram - a studio which won the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival Storyscapes Award for Door Into The Dark - a blindfolded sensory experience about what it means to be lost. They are working on a VR experience about the Uncanny with the Freud Museum and an immersive documentary about imagined realities exploring schizophrenia and online gaming.

In this episode of #HVpucks Presents: "Where Are They Now?" I chat with John Briggs, former Suffern Mountie who currently attends Abertay University in Scotland! Enjoy!

Lynn and I had a chat about her route into teaching animation and interactive art at Abertay University. We also explore the topic of her PhD - play. How can you get more play into your daily life? Listen to find out.

Clare has been curator of Abertay University’s Hannah Maclure Centre for the past 6 years as well as lecturing and working on many other projects including Neon Digital Arts Festival. Originally she graduated in fine art pursuing a career in painting but found herself being drawn towards the curation of others. She confesses that this is probably partly down to her desire to be around great people and not tucked away in a solitary studio. I can definitely relate to that, I don’t think I’d be able to run Slurpp from a bedroom in my house. I enjoy being around people to bounce ideas off or just talk nonsense around the lunch table with. For me I think that comes from having previously worked at an agency but it’s something that co-working spaces are great for. During our chat Clare says she constantly feels like an imposter as if someone is going to tap her on the shoulder and tell her the game is up. This is definitely a common thread from people who have been on the podcast and I think it boils down to pushing yourself out with your comfort zone when you take on a role. Whether it’s trying a new project, applying for a new job or learning a new skill we all have to push ourselves outside our comfort zone in order to progress. I think the fear of being caught out is natural if you’re working in a new area but you’ve got to understand where the line lies between pushing yourself and totally blagging it. Personally, my favourite bit of our chat was around inspiration and research and how it relates to culture. Clare talks about how she constantly feels the need to get out to events, openings, screenings, gigs and other stuff to digest some culture in before she ‘dries up’. I love this analogy of how we are all cultural sponges, going out and soaking it in. Then we use it up in our practice and it’s only so long before you need to go out again to top up. It’s so important to have that drive to get out to events and see what’s happening, to keep yourself involved in the creative community and really feel involved. There’s only so much you can do through social media, it’s far better to go and experience things first hand. To be honest, there’s no excuse not to in Dundee at the moment as there’s just so much going on. This applies to everyone from students, to graduates to professionals - we all just need to get out more! Clare’s twitter - https://twitter.com/claredundee Hannah Maclure Centre - https://www.abertay.ac.uk/discover/the-university/university-facilities/hannahmaclurecentre/ Neon Festival - http://www.northeastofnorth.com/ Biome collective - http://www.biomecollective.com/ Podcast recommendation #03 - No Such thing as a Fish - http://qi.com/podcast

A forensic look at food and its crime-solving powers. We start with one of the most challenging cases London’s murder squad has ever faced. The BBC’s Emily Thomas meets the Metropolitan Police’s former head of homicide investigations, Andy Baker, by the banks of the Thames, to hear how a murder victim’s stomach contents can help detectives. We meet some hungry criminals – a bank robber with a burger and a thief with his hand in the biscuit tin. Former crime scene investigator Dennis Gentles, from Abertay University in Dundee, Scotland, explains new research to identify fingerprints on food, and David Foran, director of Michigan State University’s forensic science programme, tells us how a half-finished meal left at a crime scene can be a rich source of DNA. But why would a criminal stop for a snack? We speak to criminologist Richard Wright from Georgia State University. Plus, we find out how food industry technology is being used by detectives. Sheriff Todd Bonner from Wasatch County in Utah tells us how a case that haunted him for 18 years was eventually solved by a vacuum designed for use on food. Finally, the Food Chain’s own Simon Tulett, explores the mystery of the disappearing sausage stew. Please note - a couple of the cases we describe are of a graphic nature and might be upsetting for some, particularly younger listeners. (Photo: Apple and outstretched hand. Credit: Getty Creative).

1/2 Million people in Scotland are discriminated against every single day. You cannot tell how by their gender, their skin colour or their religion. But watch them write their name or use a pair of scissors and you will see that they are left handed. Pennie Latin explores what makes us right or left handed and how our handedness affects who we are as individuals. In the past those who were not right handed were feared or shunned and many people today will still remember being forcibly retrained to use their right hand. So to find out how handedness controls how we do almost everything, BBC Radio Scotland along with Abertay University set up a "handedness lab" to test how competent we are at some very simple tasks with our non-dominant hand. Simple tasks are one thing. But what if, for example, you are a left handed pianist who would much prefer to play the more dexterous parts of the music with your dominant hand? Pennie, a right handed piano player, meets Christopher Seed, a left handed piano player to play the worlds very first left handed piano. Whichever side you fall, left or right handed, this episode of Brainwaves will affect every single one of us.

Some of the most famous and classic examples of sound being used to tell stories come from the world of cinema. On this episode we’re joined by Dr Kenny McAlpine of Abertay University as we take a look at what we can learn from film sound.The main focus of this discussion is to define some specific terms that are common in connecting emotionally with the subconscious of the viewer – and to think about how we use this techniques for a listening, rather than watching audience.We’re going to look at empathetic and anempathetic sound. Does the soundtrack serve to support the tone of the scene, or contrast it?We’ll also look at diegetic and non-diegetic music. Is the music in your story part of the story world, or exclusively for the listener? Why might you choose one over the other, and does it matter?And if you want to delve deeper in to this subject, I recommend a book called Audio-Vision: Sound on Screen by Michael Chion.With thanks to Boyd Barrett of Roswell BC for creating the intro to this week’s show.