Podcasts about Ulster University

The Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC) has launched Northern Ireland's first Responsible AI Hub - a groundbreaking online resource designed to help businesses, policymakers and individuals understand, adopt and apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) responsibly. Developed by the AICC - a collaborative initiative led by Ulster University in partnership with Queen's University Belfast - and spearheaded by Tadhg Hickey, Head of AI and Digital Ethics Policy, the Hub is built on one simple principle: responsible AI is everyone's responsibility. Whether you're completely new to AI or already developing and deploying AI solutions, the Hub provides practical, accessible tools and guidance to help users 'be good with AI'. Supported by Invest Northern Ireland and the Department for the Economy, the Responsible AI Hub brings together clear guidance, ethical frameworks, and practical governance tools, all designed to make responsible AI accessible to everyone. By helping organisations integrate good governance from the outset, the Hub enables faster, safer innovation and reduces the risk of costly retrofits or regulatory breaches later on. From business leaders and policymakers to developers, researchers and the general public, the Hub offers step-by-step support to help people understand what responsible AI means and how to put it into practice. Among the resources are a Data Fact Sheet Developer, Harm Assessments, an Idea Testing Tool, an AI Policy Builder, and a suite of Project Governance Tools, all created by AICC's in-house team of applied researchers and data scientists. These tools are already being embedded across SME collaborations to promote responsible and transparent AI development in Northern Ireland. Tadhg Hickey, Head of AI and Digital Ethics Policy at AICC, said: "We built the Responsible AI Hub because AI shouldn't feel out of reach. Whether you're curious about what responsible AI means or designing complex AI solutions, this Hub gives you the confidence, language and tools to make good choices. Responsible AI isn't just for data scientists - it's for everyone. The more people who understand and apply these principles, the more we can build trust and unlock AI's potential for good." As AI continues to transform industries and daily life, the Responsible AI Hub aims to make ethics and accountability part of Northern Ireland's innovation DNA, ensuring technology serves people - not the other way around. David Crozier CBE, Director of the AICC, added: "The Responsible AI Hub is about building a culture where innovation and integrity go hand in hand. It empowers businesses, individuals, and communities to be confident and capable with AI, strengthening Northern Ireland's position as a global leader in trusted, human-centred innovation. This Hub will help local businesses adopt AI not only quickly, but responsibly and productively." Anne Beggs, Chief Commercial Officer at Invest Northern Ireland, said: "The development of AICC's Responsible AI Hub directly supports our business strategy, which prioritises accelerating innovation and fostering collaboration as part of our role to support City and Growth Deals project delivery. It will help Northern Ireland's businesses and innovators embrace AI in ways that are not only productive and competitive, but also safe, inclusive and ethical. By equipping organisations with the tools to innovate with integrity, we are laying the foundations for a world-class, responsible digital economy." Since its establishment, the AICC has rapidly become the driving force behind responsible AI adoption in Northern Ireland. In just over a year, it has assembled a team of 19 experts across Belfast and Derry~Londonderry, engaged more than 100 SMEs through its flagship Transformer Programme, supported 260 postgraduate scholars and delivered AI training to over 360 professionals. With its remit now extended to 2029, the AICC is set to expand its impact - accelerating innovation, strengt...

All four Galway teams are at home this weekend in the Domino's Men's and Women's National Leagues (18th-19th October 2025). In the Men's Division 1 on Saturday (18th), 3rd placed Titans are up first when they host Ulster University in Ballinfoyle Community Centre at 6pm.  The other two games are at 7pm.  2nd placed Maigh Cuilinn welcome Moy  Tolka Rovers to the Kingfisher; Maree bring Drogheda Wolves to Calasanctius College. On Sunday (19th), University of Galway Mystics host Limerick Celtics at the Kingfisher.  Tip-off is 3pm. With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Adrian O'Neill.

Nolan talks to Unison's Patricia McKeown and Ulster University's Prof Deirdre Heenan.

Domestically, NI politics has been consumed by Irish language issues this week and unionists reel in the wake of Belfast City Council's new bilingual policy – is it just the result of demographics? October is party conference season – why did Starmer not mention us in his speech? The SDLP is presenting itself as both an alternative to Alliance and pushing Irish unity, can they do both? And finally, an MLA says the current Stormont executive is the worst one since devolution returned in 1998 – is he right? Ciarán Dunbar is joined by the Belfast Telegraph's Liam Tunney, political commentator Alex Kane and by Ulster University lecturer David McCann. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Photo details, left to right Peter Devine, Ulster University; Dr Nick Timmons, Atlantic Technological University; Dr Orla Flynn, President, Atlantic Technological University; Dr Mark Gubbins, Seagate Technology; Prof William Scanlon, Tyndall National Institute, at the launch of the SPEAR Centre in Letterkenny. The SPEAR Centre (Semiconductor Photonics Education and Research Centre) has been launched at the Atlantic Technological University (ATU) campus in Letterkenny, Co Donegal. This project is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). It will be led by Atlantic Technological University through its WiSAR Lab in partnership with Ulster University, the Tyndall National Institute at University College Cork, and Seagate Technology. It represents a total investment of €8.46 million. Semiconductor and Photonics Innovation at SPEAR Centre SPEAR Centre has been designed to position the Northwest as a hub for semiconductor and photonics innovation. The project will align with the EU Chips Act and Ireland's Smart Specialisation Strategy, embedding advanced technology capabilities into the regional economy and strengthening cross-border collaboration. Over the coming years, SPEAR will deliver on three key pillars. A Doctoral College will train the next generation of PhD researchers in photonics, artificial intelligence, and semiconductor technologies. An Innovation Fund will support research and development across at least nine regional SMEs, enabling them to integrate cutting-edge technology into their operations. A Strategic Engagement Programme will foster collaboration between academia, industry, and policymakers while raising public awareness of the potential of advanced technologies. The project launch, which took place yesterday, brought together a wide range of stakeholders from across the island, including academic experts, industry leaders, regional SMEs, and government representatives. Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke TD said: "The launch of the SPEAR Centre marks a significant milestone in our ambition to lead in advanced manufacturing and semiconductor innovation. By aligning with the EU Chips Act and our national Smart Specialisation Strategy, this initiative will not only drive regional economic growth but also ensure that SMEs and researchers are at the forefront of global technological development. I commend the collaborative spirit behind this project and look forward to the transformative impact it will have on the North West and beyond." Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA said: ""Today's launch moves us a step closer to creating a global centre of excellence for semiconductor photonics in the North West. This is an ambition we are already well on our way to achieving; with the excellent partnerships long established here between our universities and industry. As Economy Minister, I am committed to working with partners right across this island, to deliver on my economic vision, with innovation at its heart. This investment will enhance the region's attractiveness to inward investment, supporting the creation of more new, Good Jobs." SEUPB Chief Executive Gina McIntyre said: "This PEACEPLUS project is designed to transform the North West through cutting-edge research, innovation, and enterprise development. "It represents an investment in technology and education and also in people, in places, and in the shared future of the cross-border region. Through cross-border collaboration - between ATU, Ulster University, and Tyndall National Institute - this will strengthen the bonds of shared progress. "This project marks a new chapter for regional innovation, for cross-border partnership, and for this island's place in a fast-changing technological world. Empowering SMEs and growing high-tech sectors helps give people the opportunity to stay in the Northwest and this, in turn, helps create the conditions for a sustainable, inclusive peace."Atl...

The legal profession is rapidly shifting toward advanced technology, with the largest law firms leading the charge in both adopting and promoting AI tools, many of which they developed internally. This transformation is driven by projections that AI can save lawyers approximately 190 hours annually, prompting firms to re-engineer workflows and accelerate the shift away from the billable hour toward fixed-price models. Innovation centers, such as Ulster University's Centre for Legal Technology (CLT), are applying AI to large-scale challenges like mass case management and reinventing processes like conveyancing. Crucially, the focus is pivoting to data-centric AI, emphasizing superior data quality over the scale of generalized large language models (LLMs), to achieve the precision required for legal work. However, this rapid integration is fraught with risk; multiple cases have resulted in lawyers receiving sanctions for submitting legal documents containing fabricated case citations or "hallucinated" content from AI chatbots. Consequently, regulators emphasize that human judgment, verification, and accountability are absolutely essential for all AI-generated output. This environment demands widespread upskilling, prompting programs like the CILEX AI Academy, and is spurring legislative regulation, such as California's "No Robo Bosses" Act (SB 7) aimed at overseeing AI use in employment decisions.Biggest law firms lead way in using – and showing they use – AI2025-09-21 | Legal FuturesUlster Uni launches Centre for Legal Technology, pioneering future of justice2025-09-21 | NewsLetterUnlock Your Options: Discover Over 50 Alternative Career Paths for Attorneys2025-09-21 | JDJournalAI versus the human touch2025-09-20 | Law Society GazetteJudge Gives Humiliating Punishment to Lawyers Caught Using AI in Court2025-09-19 | FuturismIt's A Small (Language Model) World After All2025-09-19 | Above The LawAssociates' Dissatisfaction With Firm Tech: What We Have Here Is A Failure To Communicate2025-09-19 | Above The LawChinese Cyber Actors Impersonate House Committee Chair: Key Risks Companies Must Understand2025-09-19 | JD SupraThree ways AI will change the legal sector… and three ways it won't2025-09-19 | RaconteurHow to adapt a law firm for AI2025-09-19 | RaconteurLaw360 Cites Elevate Expert Pratik Patel on Law Firms' Path to AI Adoption2025-09-19 | Elevate ServicesGoogle-backed AI company insists jobs are safe as it buys first UK law firm2025-09-19 | Roll On FridayAI and Arbitration – A Perspective from the UAE2025-09-19 | Clyde & CoWhy AI must power the next wave of Social Housing delivery2025-09-19 | Local Government LawyerIs It All About the Prompts? Experimenting With Gen AI to Develop Public Legal Information2025-09-19 | SlawBook Review: Andrew and the Marvellous Analytical Engine by Andrew Hogan: An intelligent book about artificial intelligence2025-09-19 | Civil Litigation BriefHow Law Firms Are Building Global Practices with Digital-First Strategies2025-09-19 | MetapressIt's Debatable: Does the rise of AI present an existential threat to humanity?2025-09-19 | Lubbock OnlineAttorneys allege ChatGPT encouraged teen's suicide, sparking legal action against AI company2025-09-19 | Yahoo! NewsLegal AI and the Rise of Data-Centric Models: Garbage In, Lawsuit Out2025-09-19 | Legaltech on MediumHow Technology Changed the Legal World: SGT University's Vision for Future Lawyers2025-09-19 | Legaltech on MediumCalifornia Passes “No Robo Bosses” Act – With September 30 Deadline for Governor Action2025-09-19 | Mintz LevinPublication | 2 minute read Quizlet's Copyright Fight: A New Front in the Generative AI Legal Wars2025-09-19 | Thompson Coburn LLPExclusive: Solicitor launches AI-only consumer law business2025-09-18 | Legal FuturesUsing AI? Here's When to Lawyer Up2025-09-18 | GenAI-Lexology

This episode explores how digital storytelling enhances learning in UK higher education. Chris Thomson is joined by Teti Dragas from University of Durham, and Richard Beggs from Ulster University, to discuss digital storytelling as a multimedia tool that fosters reflection, engagement, and personal growth across disciplines. They share examples of integrating storytelling, from student assessments to professional development, emphasising the value of the creative process over polished outcomes. Challenges like time, technical skills, and emotional sensitivity are discussed, along with the role of AI. The episode ends with advice on seeking support, embracing the community, and using storytelling to transform education. Show Notes Subscribe to Headlines - our newsletter with all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you Join the digital storytelling community Visit the Durham University Digital Storytelling site Book reference - Gravett, K (2023) Relational Pedagogies; Connections and Mattering in Higher Education, Bloomsbury, London

In her keynote address to the IIEA, Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA, Minister for the Economy in Northern Ireland, discusses economic opportunities for Northern Ireland in the context of constitutional change and her priorities in her current role. Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA was appointed Minister for the Economy in the Northern Ireland Executive in February 2025.  Previously, she served as Finance Minister from February 2024. Minister Archibald graduated from Queen's University, Belfast with a BSc in Molecular Biology and a PhD by research with a Department of Agriculture and Rural Development studentship.  She also completed a Postgraduate diploma in Management & Corporate Governance at Ulster University. Minister Archibald was elected as an MLA for East Derry in May 2016, re-elected in March 2017, and again in May 2022. She is formerly Chair of the Assembly's Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, and Economy committees. Prior to being elected in May 2016, she worked for almost a decade in applied horticulture and plant pathology research including on collaborative EU funded projects.

Welcome to this new series, “Something Psalmic,” in which I invite my guests to share what's lifting their spirits and offering them healing and hope right now.In this rich and moving episode of Psalms for the Spirit, I'm joined by Rev. Cheryl Meban ~ Presbyterian minister, university chaplain, member of the Corrymeela Community, choir singer, and faithful “walker of the Way.” Born during the conflict in Northern Ireland to English and Scots/Irish parents, Cheryl's journey has taken her from Belfast to the south of France and back, guided always by the reconciling love of God.We talk about the psalmic thread woven through her life: from singing in choirs to walking alongside students, from moments of isolation to the strength found in community and scripture. Cheryl shares how Psalm 27 has grounded her through times of fear, challenge, and feeling unseen. We reflect on the healing power of breath, voice, and memorized poetry ~ and how singing together lifts us, literally and spiritually, into connection and courage.“Sometimes being in community with your past self is part of the story… knowing how God has held us and helped us in the past is part of holding us in the present.”This episode is a reminder that the ancient words of the Psalms still echo powerfully today ~ offering us solace, strength, and a sense of belonging, even when the way ahead feels uncertain.Cheryl's Bio:Conceived in the loving heart of God, born as a youngest child to English and Scots/Irish parents in the sectarian conflict of Northern Ireland, a follower of Jesus, ambassador of Good News and God's reconciling work in the world. I graduated in Law, which I abandoned for the transforming power of Grace; lived 5 years in France, returned to NI in peace process; was trained and ordained a minister of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. After marriage and the birth of my only child, I became a Chaplain at Ulster University in Belfast, and more recently joined the dispersed Corrymeela Community,, where I lead monthly Corrymeela in the City in Fitzroy Church in Belfast. I'm a walker of the Way, happily accompanied by a small dog and a loving network of friends and family across faiths, denominations and nationalities (but particularly francophile). I do love singing especially in a choir - it incarnates breath and exhales wellbeing, lifting spirits and strengthening the brokenhearted.Connect with Cheryl through her social channels:FacebookX (twitter)InstagramFeatured Song:Psalm 27: The Lord is My LightThe air ‘Down in Yon Banke' is originally a wordless Scottish country dance song, and in this rendition becomes a prayer for God's eternal presence.Learn more about the Habits for the Spirit Course www.kiranyoungwimberly.com/habits-courseGet involved with “Summer for the Spirit” www.kiranyoungwimberly.com/summerDownload your free guide here: “7 Spiritual Practices for Wellbeing in Uncertain Times”Become a Supporting/Paid SubscriberYou'll get:* Complimentary access to the Habits for the Spirit course* Videos of the conversations in Substack* The Psalms for the Spirit Journal ebook* Invitations to future offerings for supporting subscribers throughout the yearPsalms for the Spirit is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psalmsforthespirit.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss assessment and treatment of common conditions that we may see within the ankle/foot region. We explore: Lateral ankle/foot painCuboid SyndromeChronic ankle instabilityImaging to assess subtalar joint dysfunctionLateral ankle sprain assessment and managementHigh ankle sprain assessmentManagement of full thickness ATFL tearsWant to learn more about the ankle? Dr Chris Bleakley has done a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Ankle Sprain: Etiology, Diagnosis and Rehabilitation” where they go into further depth on this topic. 

Has The Open inspired you to consider a career in golf? Ulster University has launched a new course that's already attracting worldwide attention. Frank spoke to the man behind the course, Dr Peter Bolan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost anyone who grew up in Ireland will have encountered the poetry of WB Yeats at some point in their education. His brother, Jack B Yeats, was an acclaimed painter who took home Ireland's first ever Olympic medal, winning the silver for art in 1924.But, they weren't the only siblings in the Yeats family, nor were they the only Yeats children to be highly acclaimed.Lyndsey McDougall is a Singer with New Pagans and Art History lecturer at Ulster University. She joins to discuss.Image: Trinity College Dublin

Almost anyone who grew up in Ireland will have encountered the poetry of WB Yeats at some point in their education. His brother, Jack B Yeats, was an acclaimed painter who took home Ireland's first ever Olympic medal, winning the silver for art in 1924.But, they weren't the only siblings in the Yeats family, nor were they the only Yeats children to be highly acclaimed.Lyndsey McDougall is a Singer with New Pagans and Art History lecturer at Ulster University. She joins to discuss.Image: Trinity College Dublin

No Economic Block on Irish UnityIn recent years there have been encouraging signs of growing support for Irish unity in successive electoral results, demographic changes, contributions from civic society, in opinion polling and in public commentary. Unsurprisingly, any debate on unity quickly focuses on practical issues like the economic viability of a united Ireland as well as on the future of a health and care system, governance structures, education, the environment and other matters.Sinn Féin's Commission on the Future of Ireland recently held a successful conference examining the issue of health in a new Ireland and the party produced a widely welcomed health and care document looking to a future all-island model. It is available at  https://sinnfein.ie/the-case-for-an-irish-national-health-and-care-service/And now we have the report by Professor John Doyle of Dublin City University – ‘The Projected Public Finances of the Early Years of a United Ireland, and the Northern Ireland Subvention.' The report is the product of joint research by Dublin City University and Ulster University's Economic Policy Centre. It succeeds in cutting through much of the jargon associated with economics to present a cogent explanation of the economic benefits of a united Ireland.The Future of the GPOMicheál Martin's ten-year plan for the GPO site in Dublin is shameful. His effort to sell the plan as a flagship project for Dublin City Centre, that will protect the historic and cultural significance of the GPO, was described by the Irish Times as “vague and ill-defined.” Mary Lou McDonald and others have been much more vocal and direct in their condemnation of the government's plans. Martin's proposal, for example, that the upper floors of the GPO will be turned into office space, makes no sense when much of the available office space in central Dublin is currently unused and vacant.The reality is that the GPO holds a special place in the nation's soul. It may have been a Post Office for all of its two hundred years but it is more than just another of those Dublin buildings that reflect the capitals colonial past. It is acknowledged by generations of Irish people as the birthplace of the Republic, as envisaged in the Proclamation. For over one hundred years it has symbolised the hopes, aspirations and vision of that historic document and of the courage of the men and women who risked everything in April 1916.World Premier in Galway of ‘A Ballymurphy Man'This weekend I will be in Galway for the 37th annual international Galway Film Fleadh/Festival. The Fleadh runs for a week every July.  This year it's between 8 July and 13 July. It was established in 1989 as a place for Irish filmmakers to exhibit their work to their peers.  This year it will host World, International and Irish Premieres in the Town Hall Theatre and Pálás Cinema.It will feature 31 World Premieres, 11 International/European Premieres and 46 Irish Premieres from 44 countries, featuring 96 feature films in totalJoin the campaign to “Save the GPO”. Sign the petition which calls for the development of a 1916 Cultural Quarter in the area around the GPO, O'Connell Street and Moore Street and the implementation of the Moore Street Preservation Trust plan. We must fight to save the GPO together.Sign the petition here:

A united Ireland would cost €3 billion in the first year, but any financial burdens would disappear within a decade – so says a report published by Dublin City University and Ulster University. To discuss further with Ciara was John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin.

A united Ireland would cost €3 billion in the first year, but any financial burdens would disappear within a decade – so says a report published by Dublin City University and Ulster University. To discuss further with Ciara was John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin.

Paul Seawright is Professor of Photography and Deputy Vice Chancellor at Ulster University in Northern Ireland. His photographic work is held in many museum collections including The Irish Museum of Modern Art, Tate, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, International Centre of Photography New York, Arts Councils of Ireland, England and N.Ireland, UK Government Collection and the Museum of Contemporary Art Rome. In 2002 he was commissioned by the Imperial War Museum London to undertake a war art commission in Afghanistan and his photographs of battle-sites and minefields have subsequently been exhibited in North America, Canada, Ireland, Spain, France, Germany, Korea, Japan and China. In 2003 he represented Wales at the Venice Biennale of Art and in 1997 won the Irish Museum of Modern Art/Glen Dimplex Prize. He is represented by the Kerlin Gallery Dublin.Paul was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2020 Birthday Honours for services to higher education and the arts. In episode 258, Paul discusses, among other things:The influence of studying at Farnham..and Martin Parr……And being at NewportNot taking a position‘Allusive documentary'The danger of losing the meaningThe ethical considerations of working on foreign soilThe essential business of researchHow do you find your next project?His USA projects Volunteer and Things Left UnsaidThe importance of titlesHis work from Rwanda, Beasts of Burden Referenced:Thomas Joshua CooperAnna Fox (Ep. 166)Ken Grant (Ep. 128)Chris ShawMartin Parr (Eps. 91 & 197)Peter Fraser (Ep. 172)Paul Graham (Ep. 149)Jem Southam (Ep. 174)Chris Killip (Ep. 94)Victor BurginAnne WilliamsNewportDaniel Meadows (Ep. 116)Clive LandenIvor Prickett (Ep.204)Anastasia Taylor Lind (Ep.68)Rich GilliganJames MollisonPaul VirilloParr and BadgerRobert Adams, The New WestIan Walker, Desert Stories, or Faith In FactsBaudrillardCalvino, Invisible CitiesGilles Peress The SilenceAlfredo JaarFergal KeaneBrian Keenan Website | Instagram EPISODE SPONSOR: CHARCOAL WORKSHOPS. THE ‘SUMMER SERIES' TAKING PLACE IN PORTLAND, MAINE, SEPTEMBER 15-19, 2025. FEATURING: ANTOINE D'AGATA, TODD HIDO AND CHRISTIAN PATERSON. SIGN UP AT THE LINK! “‘Allusive documentary' is probably a good way to think about it. For me, it's really about - and this is the bit that goes back to my experience of photography in Northern Ireland, which was all about dramacentric imagery - how you can make photographs that have a documentary subject (that might be the closest I come to being a documentarian, that I work with the subject of documentary photography) but with the methodology of an artist. That's kind of the way I like to frame it, and I think that follows through to the work which is nearly always conceived for the gallery wall.” Become a A Small Voice podcast member here to access exclusive additional subscriber-only content and the full archive of 200+ previous episodes for £5 per month.Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here for everything A Small Voice related and much more besides.Follow me on Instagram here.Build Yourself a Squarespace Website video course here.

David Young, from PA Media and Deirdre Heenan, Professor of Social Policy at Ulster University

Nolan talks to Ulster University obesity expert Prof Alex Miras

An Irish cardiac tech company has announced it is to create 20 jobs over the next three years, while targeting an additional €3m in revenue, as it expands overseas. The Louth based business will also be rebranding as Heart Rhythm International will initially target the UK, where they expect to add 30 additional hospitals and approximately 50,000 additional patients to their network before 2029. They will also be looking to bring their innovative cardiac care solution to Australia/ New Zealand and the US health markets in the coming years. Previously known as Heart Rhythm Ireland, the company operates a cloud-based cardiac rhythm management platform that supports patients as well as hospitals, clinicians and cardiac device manufacturers. Their system makes patient cardiac device information available in real time, delivering accurate, accessible and actionable data to patients and their medical teams. This improves patient outcomes by making device data more accessible, enabling timely clinical decisions and more coordinated care. HRI's system also provides patients with secure access to their information anytime and anywhere, making it easier to share critical data with healthcare providers in emergencies. The company is currently developing AI and predictive analytics capabilities, which are expected to further enhance the platform by supporting earlier insights and more personalised cardiac care in the future. Heart Rhythm International already supports over 65,000 patients across Ireland, with its platform in use at more than 50 cardiac hospitals nationwide. The company provides national coverage, working with leading institutions such as the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Bon Secours Health System, Beaumont Hospital, Mater Private Network, University Hospital Galway, Blackrock Health, and Cork University Hospital. HRI expects to grow its team to 30 personnel in the coming years. For more than 15 years, HRI has served as Ireland's national electronic health record for cardiac devices, maintaining a registry of over 100,000 implant procedures and nearly one million clinical follow-up records. Alongside its commercial expansion, HRI is actively contributing to international research and innovation projects. It is a partner in Project CARAMEL, a €12 million initiative funded under the EU Horizon Europe programme, helping to develop AI-powered predictive models for cardiovascular risk in women aged 40 to 60. HRI is also an industry partner in the new Health Frontiers Technology Innovation Centre (HF-TIC), led by Ulster University and supported by €9.1 million in PEACEPLUS funding. Both initiatives reinforce HRI's leadership in AI-driven digital health innovation on an international scale. "Every 20 seconds, someone receives a cardiac implant, but the systems supporting their care haven't kept pace," said Robert Kelly, CEO of HRI. "HRI was set up to change that, by operating at the centre of a unique eco-system, supporting patients, hospitals and clinicians and cardiac device manufacturers. Through our system, patients receive greater peace of mind and better health outcomes, while medical personnel can make better-informed and more efficient decisions. Ultimately that improves patient care and helps save lives. "We've already demonstrated how we can enhance cardiac care in Ireland by supporting over 65,000 patients and working with more than 50 hospitals nationwide. Now, we're bringing that capability overseas. A key strength of our system is that it was built on scalable, cloud-based infrastructure in partnership with IBM, allowing it to be rapidly deployed by healthcare providers anywhere in the world." "We're managing our expansion step by step, focusing initially on the UK market. However, we are already discussing partnerships and opportunities with healthcare providers in the US and Australia/ New Zealand. We believe there is real opportunity for HRI to grow, to support more patients and doctors overseas, whi...

How much focus does the government really have on the question of Irish Unity? Our reporter Peter O'Connell gauged opinion in Banbridge, Armagh, Warrenpoint and Newry. Then, we discuss the topic with Deirdre Heenan, Professor of Social Policy at Ulster University, and Mark Hennessy, Britain Editor for The Irish Times.

Allison Morris, Political Commentator and Columnist with the Belfast Telegraph and Deirdre Heenan, Professor of Social Policy at Ulster University

If a doctor or a nurse makes a mistake with your care, or the care of a loved one, you would expect to be told about it. But putting in place a process where there is a duty of candour within the health service is proving extremely difficult. Northern Ireland remains the only part of the UK or Ireland not to have one. The Hyponatraemia inquiry into the deaths of five children in hospital put the focus on the need for it. The inquiry chair Mr Justice O'Hara said some of the witnesses had to have the truth dragged out of them. The health minister says he hopes to introduce one in before the next Assembly election, but why is it so challenging? Audrey Carville is joined by Deirdre Heenan (professor of social policy at Ulster University) and Peter McBride (an independent consultant who has been working with the Department of Health on building a framework for a duty of candour).

The assassination of US President JFK in November 1963 shocked the world and has inspired conspiracy theories for over 60 years. President Trump has ordered the release of classified files from the period, which have revealed that the CIA kept files on both Ireland and the UK's military intelligence services, despite being close allies. Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Belfast Telegraph reporter Abdullah Sabri and Ulster University lecturer in international history Dr Robert McNamara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leaders and decision makers in government, industry and education have convened at Hillsborough Castle for a landmark gathering set to shape Northern Ireland's strategic approach to artificial intelligence implementation, adoption, and governance for the next decade. Hosted by the Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC), the inaugural AI Castle Conversation was addressed by Head of the Northern Ireland Civil Service Jayne Brady MBE, Chief Scientific and Technology Adviser Professor Helen McCarthy, Department for the Economy Permanent Secretary Ian Snowden and Ulster University Vice Chancellor Professor Paul Bartholomew. In a defining moment for AI policy and adoption in Northern Ireland, the deep dialogue event serves as a critical precursor to the formation of a new AI Taskforce under The Executive Office and forthcoming Office of AI and Digital, announced in the recent Northern Ireland Programme for Government. David Crozier CBE, AICC Director, said: "The conversations held this week will directly inform strategic priorities and policy developments, not least the creation of a comprehensive AI Action Plan for Northern Ireland. The Prime Minister has recently outlined his national vision for AI implementation, stating that no person should spend time on a task where digital or AI can do it better, quicker, and to the same high quality and standard. While work is required to address the complex implications of the technology, our ambition for Northern Ireland aligns directly. "This region is uniquely positioned, with our strong academic institutions, growing technology sector and cross-border collaboration opportunities to harness the transformative potential of AI. By convening senior officials to establish a shared vision and coordinated approach to AI adoption and governance, the AI Castle Conversation will be instrumental in shaping Northern Ireland's AI journey." Sponsored by Accenture, Analytics Engines, AWS, Deloitte, Microsoft and Version 1, the AI Castle Conversation is the first of six 'Deep Dialogues' due to take place at the historic royal palace. Hillsborough Castle has, throughout history, played host to countless discussions and negotiations aimed at fostering understanding and peace. This facilitation of dialogues that shape and advance societal issues on the island of Ireland, in a place that inspires worlds and minds to meet, continued with the inaugural AI Castle Conversation. Aligning with the five key sub-groups of the AI Taskforce, the event examined AI governance, infrastructure, data, skills and public sector transformation. With each session structured to understand where we are now, where we need to get to with clear targets and objectives, and how we get there via a practical roadmap for implementation. The AI summit at Hillsborough Castle was a series of focused discussions covering the following: · AI Tech: Donnacha Kirk, Deputy Director of AI Technology & Research Services, AICC. · AI Ethics, Governance and Responsibility: Tadhg Hickey, Head of AI & Digital Ethics Policy, AICC. · AI Skills: Michaela Black, Professor of Artificial Intelligence, Ulster University. · Real-world use cases for Public Sector Transformation through AI. · Live interactive roundtable engagement on areas to inform the AI Strategy. · Fireside chat with Thom Kenney, Fellow, Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard University, hosted by journalist and presenter Jim Fitzpatrick. In a modern take on conferencing, an instant, comprehensive report was developed in real-time during the engagement and distributed to all participants to provide public sector officials with a summary of actions for the implementation of an AI strategy for Northern Ireland. The AICC, an Ulster University-led initiative in partnership with Queen's University Belfast, was established in March 2024 as part of a £16.3 million investment by Invest Northern Ireland and the Department for the Economy. Their mission is to advance awareness and adoption o...

It's nearly 40 years since Maggie Thatcher declared the end of society. "There is no such thing. There are individual men and women and there are families and no government can do anything except through people and people look to themselves first. It is our duty to look after ourselves and then also to help look after our neighbour and life is a reciprocal business. 'It is I think one of the tragedies in which many of the benefits we give, which were meant to reassure people that if they were sick or ill, there was a safety net and there was help, but somehow there are some people who have been manipulating the system. When people come and say 'But what is the point of working? I can get as much on the dole' Her words have come to mind again in recent months, with much of the focus of Westminster on cutting welfare payments. Across the UK, one in 10 people are on sickness or incapacity benefit, up to 3000 people go on the sick every day- half of those are for mental illness. The cost of these payments is £65bn a year. Almost 10 million people of working age aren't looking for work and Sir Keir Starmer has described this as 'unsustainable, indefensible and unfair' The Westminster government says that the case for cutting welfare is a moral one. Is it? And as those on benefits struggle to cope with what they have, is it pushing people further away from each other- thereby killing any notion of society? Presenter Audrey Carville in conversation with Dr Ciara Fitzpatrick- lecturer at Ulster University, currently researching the social security system and socio-economic rights, Anne McElvoy is executive editor of Politico and Alex Kane is a columnist and writer

University of Galway host University of Limerick next Tuesday (4th March 2025) in the O'Connor Cup quarter-final, looking to book their place in the Third Level Finals weekend. After a first day defeat to Ulster University (2-8 to 0-10), they bounced back with a 5-17 to 0-3 victory over MTU Kerry. Leading up to the game, manager Kevin Reidy has been giving his thoughts. == Throw-in at Dangan on Tuesday is 7pm.

 Professor Lucy Blue asks Dr Colin Breen, Associate Head of School of Geography and Environmental Sciences, Ulster University to outline the issues of climate change and its impact on marine and coastal heritage, in the first of this new Dive and Dig Series that explores this pressing theme.  Although the climate has been changing over many millennia, we are now seeing the pace of change occurring at a much greater rate together with increased intensity of storms, all driving loss to heritage in the coastal zone. Colin explains the impact of this destruction through a range of climate, as well as anthropogenic threats, and illustrates with examples from the North and East African coasts, the devastating impact of these storm bombs on the coastal and marine heritage. Colin emphasises the importance of documenting coastal heritage and assessing the impact of threat and potential preservation, a methodology being developed by the Arcadia funded MarEA project that he co-directs (https://marea.soton.ac.uk/). Not everything can be saved, however, might a joint nature-culture approach be a better way forward? Colin suggests that it is and that we must move out of our silos and create an integrated heritage network to protect and manage these precious resources. 

In her early 20s, Dawn Adams was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and told she probably wouldn't live long enough to worry about any impact the menopause might have on her condition. And so, when Dawn started perimenopause and noticed changes in her condition, she began to question what exactly medical professionals and researchers do know about it? As ever when it comes to women's health, the answer was not a lot. Dawn's now involved in several research projects, and so Jen got the midwife and diabetes advocate on the phone to talk about autoimmune conditions, why we still don't know enough about diabetes type 1, and how representative Steel Magnolias actually is. You can find out more information on Ulster University's research project here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Ben LaHood, Prof Damien Gatinel, and Sam Carter discuss the latest advancements in RayTrace, including the integration of Gatinel's PEARL-DGS formula. This new feature leverages AI to improve RayTrace's predictive accuracy and optimise results by factoring in IOL curvature and effective lens position. Bios: Dr Ben LaHood, refractive cataract and laser vision correction surgeon from Australia, has gained international recognition for his extensive research on astigmatism management and biometry, which is regularly shared around the world. Additionally, Dr Ben LaHood is the host of two widely popular ophthalmology-themed podcasts. Professor Damien Gatinel is the Head of the Department of Refractive and Anterior Segment Surgery at the Rothschild Foundation Hospital in Paris. He is the co-inventor of the first trifocal IOL, and devised a new classification for HOAs in his applied mathematics PhD thesis. With his colleague, Alain Saad, he developed an AI system for the detection of ectasia-susceptible eyes, the SCORE analyser. Sam Carter is the Head of Clinical Planning and Outcomes at Rayner. Based in Kuala Lumpar, Malaysia, he brings experience from previous roles at Lenstec UK, Topcon GB Ltd, and Zeiss Medical Technology. Carter additionally holds a 2023-2024 Post Graduate Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery from Ulster University, one of only a handful of non-ophthalmologists to gain this certification. This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters' views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer medical advice for the treatment of any illness or disease, nor is it a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Nothing presented in this podcast is intended to give instruction or guidance on the use of any Rayner products; it is not designed to replace a surgeon's independent judgement about the appropriateness or risks of a procedure for a given patient. Rayner does not endorse off-label use. Users must refer to the product labelling and instructions for use for Rayner products in all cases. Not all Rayner products are available in all countries. © 2025 Rayner Group, all rights reserved. Rayner, RayTrace and RayPRO are proprietary marks of Rayner. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Rayner, 10 Dominion Way, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8AQ. Registered in England: 615539

We use them every day, but do the terms left and right really describe our politics today. What is ‘woke' and why do people hate it? And socialists struggle with the working class as much as for it, why is that? David McCann from Ulster University and Michael Pierse from Queen's University Belfast join Ciarán Dunbar to take a deep dive into today's political trends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BASKETBALL All four Galway teams are in action tomorrow with Maree hosting Templogue in the Men's Super League.  Tip-off at Calasanctius College is 7pm. University of Galway Mystics travel to Glanmire at 8pm in the Women's Super League. Maigh Cuilinn welcome Ulster University to Knocknacarra Community Centre at 3pm in the Men's Division 1; while Titans are away to Moy Tolka Rovers from 7pm.

Jackie Fox and Sean Whelan are joined by prof Deirdre Heenan from Ulster University to discuss a possible unsung Biden victory

Professor Lucy Blue is in Egypt with a team of specialists co-directing a project with the Universities of Southampton and Ulster as part of the MarEA (Endangered Maritime Archaeology in the Middle East and North Africa) project.  Together with experts from the Universities of Alexandria and Mersa Matruh, Egypt they are utilizing satellite imagery and other technologies to explore the western section of the north African coastline of Egypt.  This approach has revealed an extraordinary number of ancient sites, many dating back over 2,000 years. The findings shed new light on the rich maritime history of the region, including trade, settlement, and cultural interactions along the Mediterranean coast. This large-scale survey is crucial for documenting and preserving vulnerable archaeological sites, many of which are under threat from modern development and environmental changes.  Speaking with members of the team, including Dr Nicholas Ray, MarEA, Ulster University and Dr Ziad Morsy and Hagar Wafik from the Centre of Maritime Archaeology and Underwater Cultural Heritage, University of Alexandria, and Dr. Basma Khalili, a ceramic expert from the University of Mersa Matruh, we learn that the project has uncovered remarkable archaeological finds from pottery production sites to rock-cut tombs. Some of the discovered sites span several kilometres, highlighting the scale of these ancient settlements and hinting at the vibrant trade networks of the time.  MarEA is a research project based in the University of Southampton and partners in University of Ulster, funded by Arcadia and the NW Egypt coastal survey is largely funded by the Honor Frost Foundation.

A shot at the pros. Everybody wants it, but these women have it. Faatimah was a pro point guard with a world of experience when she started her own league with a call-out for true ballers. But when her own future is on the line, can she deliver? And when a little girl goes missing in the desert, one woman is driven to find her… no matter what.STORIESI Got BallA shot at the pros. Everybody wants it, but these women have it. Faatimah was a pro point guard with a world of experience when she started her own league with a call-out for true ballers. But when her own future is on the line, can she deliver?This story contains strong language, sensitive listeneres please be advised.A huge thank you to Faatimah A, Delia Moore, and everyone over at the Women's Premier Basketball Association for sharing their stories with the Snap!A few months after the 2023 WPBA season concluded, Faatimah signed a contract to play professionally in Kuwait, where she spent last season abroad and continues to play for the Jamaican Women's National Team in international competition. Delilah ended up having a successful rookie season for Ulster University in Belfast averaging Ten Points per game. She's back in Ireland this season playing for the Limerick Sports Huskies. That piece was narrated by Brittani Burgess. She's a documentary filmmaker and photographer out of Oakland who covers the WPBA . You can find links to Brittani's work on all platforms at Bazeinteractions. Produced by Bo Walsh, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot.HuntedWhen a little girl goes missing in the desert, one woman is driven to find her… no matter what.This story mentions domestic abuse, please take care while listening. Help is available, visit the National Domestic Abuse Hotline for resources. Thank you, Hannah, for sharing your amazing story! Produced by Anna Sussman, original score by Renzo Gorrio.Season 15 - Episode 53

Cyber breaches – like the recent DDOS attacks on archive.org and 23&Me – are making headlines more frequently, and the way they are handled in comms terms can have a lasting impact on corporate reputation. In this episode of the PRovoke podcast, Maja Pawinska Sims is joined by Flora Haslam, European technology practice leader at Finn Partners, Richard Hummel, director of threat intelligence at cybersecurity firm Netscout, and Kevin Curren, professor of cyber security at Ulster University, to explore how companies can navigate cybersecurity breaches and incidents to minimise their impact on corporate reputation and trust.

A team of Aston University researchers has been awarded a prestigious £500,000 grant to lessen the environmental impact of cooling - one of the UK's fastest-growing energy needs. They will be exploring new methods of using renewable energy to power clean cooling technologies to alleviate the increasing stress on national energy supplies. The new network, which will be led by Aston University, is called Renewable Energy Access for Future UK Net-Zero Cooling (Reef-UKC). It is funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and supports a consortium of Aston University experts led by Dr Ahmed Rezk. Dr Rezk said: "There's an urgent need across various sectors, both in the UK and globally, to reduce carbon footprints and adopt more sustainable practices for cooling. However, the cooling industry, which plays a critical role in sectors like food and beverage, data centres, steel, cement, pharmaceuticals, supermarkets, hospitals, and district cooling hasn't received the same attention in terms of sustainable innovation. Reef-UKC is an impact-driven network designed to address this important gap. "Reef-UKC offers a collaborative platform for academia and industry to come together and explore sustainable cooling solutions, particularly focusing on technologies that harness waste heat and other forms of renewables. It also aims to expand the project's outreach to regions like India, China, Africa, and the Middle East, where cooling is a critical requirement in many industries." A 2023 study shows that cooling already accounts for 10-20% of the UK's total energy consumption, and demand is expected to multiply in the years ahead causing more heat waves and stressing the national grid. The Aston University research team believes that the issue is further compounded by the growing cooling requirements of emerging industries like hydrogen production, where ammonia production alone demands 2.8 gigajoules of cooling per ton. The Reef-UKC network will also focus on circular economy business models, policies, and regulations. As a first step, the research team has announced a £100K seed funding call to support eight to 10 new research seed-funding projects which lead to larger, multidisciplinary, and impact-driven projects. Professor Patricia Thornley is the director of Aston University's Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI), which was founded to explore sustainable resources to deliver an affordable, resilient, and low-carbon energy future. She said: "Through this project, Aston University reaffirms its commitment to leadership in renewable energy innovation. Reef-UKC represents a vital step toward a net-zero cooling solution that not only supports environmental goals but also aligns with the UK's economic, societal, and policy landscape." The network aims to bring together a community and develop a research agenda that will provide an opportunity to drive forward research and secure UK leadership as part of the engineering net zero mission-inspired priority to discover and develop the next generation of renewable energy technologies. Aston University will be working with researchers from London South Bank University, the University of Oxford, the University of Birmingham, the University of Warwick, the University of Glasgow, the University of Edinburgh, Brunel University London, Ulster University, Imperial College and the University of Cranfield. They will also be collaborating with several industrial partners including Star Refrigeration, Phase Change Materials Products Ltd, Tyseley Energy Park, PAK Engineering, Birmingham City Council, and Belfast City Council. Aston University's history has been intertwined with the history of Birmingham, a remarkable city that once was the heartland of the Industrial Revolution and the manufacturing powerhouse of the world. Born out of the First Industrial Revolution, Aston University has a proud and distinct heritage dating back to its formation as the School of Met...

The ability to predict our prognoses is as old as medicine itself. But do the remarkable advances in Artificial Intelligence and machine learning mean that we are now being promised answers to one of life's ultimate questions - when will I die? Analysing our health information, various algorithms do now exist to predict mortality. It's an ethical minefield - both for medical practitioners and ourselves. Could care be curtailed based on predicted life expectancy? Would there be an onus on informing partners or employers about specific health conditions and our prognosis? Could these algorithms worsen health inequalities in our society? Audrey Carville was joined by Manu Thomas (an advanced clinical practitioner, now managing director of Pentafold, a software development company specialising in AI and Data Science), Dr Sara Lorimer (lecturer in Cognitive Psychology at Ulster University), Dr Nisha Sharma (consultant radiologist and director of the Breast Screening Programme for Leeds and Wakefield) and theologian Professor Laurence Kirkpatrick.

This third episode of Spare a Thought starts a mini series focused on international students studying in the UK. In episode three, Tom chats with Julie Campbell, International Student Advisory Manager at Ulster University about international students and the Higher Education sector.  International students provide a net contribution to the UK economy of £37.4 billion, but their contribution goes way beyond numbers and figures. There are lots of challenges that international students are faced with, but even when an international student has their place confirmed, their journey is far from over. Also, feel free to follow Tom via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparetom/

In this episode, we delve into the harrowing events of Ireland's last witch trials, which took place in 1711 in Carrickfergus, County Antrim. The story begins with the sudden death of Ann Haltridge, an elderly widow and the victim of months of supernatural torment. After her funeral, her niece, Mary Dunbar, arrived at the family home, only to fall prey to terrifying symptoms of demonic possession, from convulsions to levitating.  Over a single month, Mary accused eight local women of using witchcraft to attack her and summon demons. Despite their denials, the women were convicted under the Irish Witchcraft Act and sentenced to imprisonment and public punishment in the pillory. The case took another dark turn when Mary's health deteriorated further, and William Sellor, a relative of two convicted women, was accused and likely executed for his supposed role in bewitching her. Tune in as we uncover the details of this little-known chapter of Irish history. My Special Guest Is Dr. Andrew Sneddon Dr Andrew Sneddon is senior lecturer in history at Ulster University and joint editor of leading journal, Irish Historical Studies. His monographs on witchcraft and magic include: Witchcraft and Whigs (2012), Possessed by the Devil …. History of Islandmagee Witches 1711 (2013/2024), Witchcraft and Magic in Ireland (2015), and Representing Magic in Modern Ireland (Cambridge University Press 2022). His next book, Disability and Magic in early Modern Britain and America (CUP) will appear in late 2024. He is also editing a collection of essays for Bloomsbury on the cultural history of magic in enlightenment Europe and has written numerous book chapters and journal articles. He currently leads a digital and creative public history project dedicated to the Islandmagee trials: www.w1711.org  In this episode, you will be able to:  1. Explore the chilling events that led to Ireland's last witch trials. 2. Discover more about the role of demonic possession and accusations of witchcraft in 18th-century Ireland. 3. Reflect on how fear, suspicion, and supernatural beliefs shaped the fates of the accused women. If you value this podcast and want to enjoy more episodes please come and find us on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/Haunted_History_Chronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to support the podcast, gain a wealth of additional exclusive podcasts, writing and other content. Links to all Haunted History Chronicles Social Media Pages, Published Materials and more:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/hauntedhistorychronicles?fbclid=IwAR15rJF2m9nJ0HTXm27HZ3QQ2Llz46E0UpdWv-zePVn9Oj9Q8rdYaZsR74I⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ *NEW*  Podcast Shop:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teepublic.com/user/haunted-history-chronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Me A Coffee ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhistorychronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest Links ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://pure.ulster.ac.uk/en/persons/andrew-sneddon  www.w1711.org   Twitter: https://x.com/SnedAndrew Book Links: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Andrew-Sneddon/author/B07W943X5H?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1725271457&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

In an age that doesn't think too much about history, you might be forgiven for thinking that a culture of exercise only emerged in the 20th century. But the idea of purposefully exercising to change one's body — what folks used to call "physical culture" — likely goes back to the very beginnings of time.Here to unpack the origins, evolution, and future of fitness is Dr. Conor Heffernan, a Lecturer in the Sociology of Sport at Ulster University and the author of The History of Physical Culture. Today on the show, Conor takes us on a fascinating and wide-ranging tour of physical culture, from the ancient Egyptians, who made their pharaohs run around a pyramid to test their fitness to rule, to the ancient Greeks who used their gymnasiums for both bodily training and intellectual philosophizing, to modern strongmen who became proto fitness influencers, and many periods and societies in between. We discuss how training practices changed over time, where they may be going next, and the evergreen principles from past eras that we could still learn from today.Resources Related to the PodcastAoM Podcast #988: Of Strength and Soul — Exploring the Philosophy of Physical FitnessAoM Podcast #939: What Lifting Ancient Stones Can Teach You About Being a ManRogue documentaries on stone lifting in Scotland, Iceland, and SpainAoM Podcast #39: Eugen Sandow, Victorian StrongmanAoM Podcast #624: The Crazy, Forgotten Story of America's First Fitness Influencer, Bernarr MacFaddenAoM Article: An Introduction to Indian Club TrainingAoM Video: Intro to Indian Club TrainingDe Arte GymnasticaJohann GutsMuthsFriedrich Ludwig JahnTurnvereine gymnastic system The Strongman Project Connect With Conor HeffernanPhysical Culture Study websiteConor's faculty page

Dr Gerard McMahon is a sports scientist out of Ulster University with a special interest in how we can train tendons for both performance and rehab. We talk: Partial range vs full range squats for vertical jump   Partial range vs long range training to build tendon mechanical properties (e.g stiffness)   Is there a sweetspot for tendon loading (e.g 4.5-6% strain) and why it may be greater than this range.   Why knowing the actual tendon strain may not be required to prescribe exercises to increase tendon stiffness and strength   Dr McMahon's Ulster University Profile

Is it easier to remember than to forget? What would happen if we did forget our past? Would we be consumed by guilt? Would we be free to heal? Would it be liberating? By 'our past' we don't just mean our most recent past. We mean remembering world wars, remembering revolutions, remembering civil wars. We commemorate a lot in this part of the world, we've just emerged from a decade of remembering. We say it's about respect for those who are gone and what they left behind for future generations. But is it really? Do we ever face up to the hard questions that lie behind those events? Are we willing to examine the valour and nobility of the so-called other side? Does commemoration keep us tied, in an unhealthy way to the past? Would it be healthier to learn to forget in a respectful way? Presenter Audrey Carville in conversation with Wallace Thompson of the Evangelical Protestant Society, Professor Deirdre Heenan from Ulster University and by theologian Professor Laurence Kirkpatrick

VILPA (Vigorous Intermittent Lifestyle Physical Activity) is a type of physical activity that involves short bouts of strenuous activity. It is opportunistic and integrated into daily life. It can be as simple as taking the stairs instead of the elevator, doing squats, or parking farther away to walk more. This type of activity improves fitness and provides health benefits, including cardiovascular health, weight control, muscle strength, bone health, and mental well-being. In this episode, Marie Murphy, Professor of Exercise and Health at Ulster University, explains the science behind intermittent vigorous movement and how it can help us maintain an active and independent lifestyle as we grow older. Prof. Murphy is also Director of the Physical Activity for Health Research Centre at the University of Edinburgh. Additional details and show notes DISCOUNTSThis site includes affiliate links from which we derive a small commission.  This helps support the channel and allows us to continue sharing conversations like this. SiPhox Health - get a 20% discount with code LLAMA Measure 17 critical blood biomarkers from the comfort of your own home. Algae snacks:  To get a 20 percent discount on EnergyBits.com products use the code LLAMA at checkoutTime-line Mitopure (a highly pure form of Urolithin A) boosts the health of our mitochondria – the battery packs of our cells – and improves muscle strength. Time-line is offering LLAMA listeners a 10% discount on its range of products – Mitopure powders, softgels & skin creams. Use the code LLAMA at checkout- DoNotAgeDoNotAge.org is offering listeners to LLAMA a 10% discount on its range of products – NAD boosters, Sirtuin activators, senolytics and more. Any health queries can be answered by emailing the team at hello@donotage.orgUse the code LLAMA at checkout. - FlexBeam red light therapyRecharge Health is offering LLAMA listeners a discount on the purchase of FlexBeam, the wearable red light therapy device which targets key parts of the body to improve sleep, treat injuries and sooth aches and pains associated with aging. Discounts vary - see details of the current offer here-Support the showThe Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice. If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.

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Three women who were the victims of a racial attack have had the charges of assault made against them by their assailant discontinued by the CPS. Selma Taha, the executive director for advocacy group Southall Black Sisters, and Danae Thomas, two of the women, join Anita Rani to talk about what impact the charges being dropped has had, and how they're hoping this might impact further action against racist violence against women and girls. Saturday's Wimbledon champion will be a first time winner in SW19. Czech player Barbora Krejcikova will face Italy's Jasmine Paolini after they each won their semi-final – one of the semi-finals was the longest on record! Anita is joined by BBC Sport's Karthi Gnanasegaram from the commentary box at Wimbledon. The Australian vocalist, pianist and trumpeter Audrey Powne was drawn to jazz from a young age. Her style ranges from hook-laden synth pop songs to long form cinematic soundscapes, RnB ballads and free jazz improvisations. She has recently released her debut album, From The Fire, and she joins Anita to talk about her work, the inspiration behind the album and to perform live in the studio.Radio 4 and Woman's Hour are remembering Dr Michael Mosley's life and work. "Exercise snacking” is one of the approaches that Dr Mosley tried out on his Radio 4 podcast Just One Thing. Marie Murphy, Director of the Physical Activity for Health Research Centre at the University of Edinburgh and Professor of Exercise and Health at Ulster University, explains how you can boost your fitness even if you don't have much time for exercise. WOW (Women of the World) has published a new anthology, allowing young women from across the globe to pen a letter about issues most important to them. Anita speaks to two of its contributors, Mwinono Chumbu from Malawi and Olivia Mandle from Spain.Presented by Anita Rani Producer: Louise Corley

In this third and final part, Rev Dr Malcolm Guite, Life Fellow of Girton College, Cambridge University answers questions about CS Lewis on Narnia, The Pilgrim's Regress and poetry. This is taken from the Q&A after his presentation ‘A Little Incarnation: CS Lewis and the poetry of embodiment', which was given at a CS Lewis symposium called Now We Have Faces, hosted by The CS Lewis Group at Ulster University in coordination with English at Ulster. + Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 + For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website + For online learning https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training + For our Premier Unbelievable? Live events + Support the podcast from the USA + Support the podcast from UK and rest of the world

In the second part of his presentation, Rev Dr Malcolm Guite, Life Fellow of Girton College, Cambridge University shares his thoughts about Lewis' poem 'Reason', looking at his relationship with imagination and rationality. This talk was originally given at a CS Lewis symposium called Now We Have Faces, which was hosted by The CS Lewis Group at Ulster University in coordination with English at Ulster. The title of Malcolm's presentation was ‘A Little Incarnation: CS Lewis and the poetry of embodiment'. + Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 + For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website + For online learning https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training + For our Premier Unbelievable? Live events + Support the podcast from the USA + Support the podcast from UK and rest of the world

Rev Dr Malcolm Guite, Life Fellow of Girton College, Cambridge University shares his thoughts about Lewis' imaginative vision as a writer. This talk was originally given at a CS Lewis symposium called Now We Have Faces, which was hosted by The CS Lewis Group at Ulster University in coordination with English at Ulster. The title of Malcolm's presentation was ‘A Little Incarnation: CS Lewis and the poetry of embodiment' + Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 + For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website + For online learning https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training + For our Premier Unbelievable? Live events + Support the podcast from the USA + Support the podcast from UK and rest of the world

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