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British Science Week
Science, Maths & Technology

British Science Week

...physics, biology and Earth science connect to explain the world around us. If they inspire you to dig deeper, you can continue your journey with The Open University's introductory module, Questions in Science, designed to help you develop your own scientific thinking. Biology - genomes and human biology Explore the building blocks of life with this engaging collection of...
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OpenMinds-Talk: Virtual Worlds for real experiences
Digital & Computing

OpenMinds-Talk: Virtual Worlds for real experiences

...physical world. She will show how in a virtual world, people can “become” an avatar of their liking, fly, become microscopic, travel to the moon or visit the International Space Station, or look at the rock structures underneath the ground on which they are standing. Date: Tuesday 20 June 2017 Time: 4.00-5.00pm Venue: Berrill Lecture Theatre, The Open University...
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Stephen Hawking: The tributes
Science, Maths & Technology

Stephen Hawking: The tributes

...physics were legendary. His best-known prediction, named by the community as Hawking Radiation, transformed black holes from inescapable gravitational prisons into objects that instead shrink and fade away over time. His writings were inspirational to many scientists and enriched the lives of millions with the latest science and cosmic perspectives. He was also...
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Explore critical issues in health and wellbeing
Health, Sports & Psychology

Explore critical issues in health and wellbeing

...The second looks at lifestyles in relation to health. For instance, in high-income countries many lifestyles are physically inactive, and this can have a negative impact on a person's health. The two free courses are adapted from the Open University course K219 Critical issues in health and wellbeing. This course is part of the OU's BA (Hons) Health and social care....
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Why do women need abortions?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Why do women need abortions?

...physical or mental health of the pregnant woman, or any existing children of her family, than if the pregnancy was ended. After 24 weeks an abortion is permitted in very limited circumstances concerning the health of the pregnant woman or her child if the pregnancy proceeds. A new Campaign, Time to Act, believes that abortion should be removed from the criminal law...
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Bodies in transition – children starting school
Education & Development

Bodies in transition – children starting school

...physical needs and sitting in particular ways at particular times of the day. Interestingly, the most photographed objects from the photo tours were the chairs in the school hall which they could sit on at lunchtime but were only for grown-ups in assembly. In the next phase of my research, I will be examining interviews from the adults involved to see how these fit with...
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Tackling abuse: the triumphs of women rugby players
Health, Sports & Psychology

Tackling abuse: the triumphs of women rugby players

...physical and mental demands on the pitch and the discrimination and harassment they face off it? Dealing with trolls Ellie Kildunne a Full Back in International rugby, playing for England and Harlequins, and World Player of the Year, spoke out about her experiences of dealing with trolls. She has had to deal with sexist trolls who criticise her body and tell her to ‘get...
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Can yoga help us achieve sustainable development goals?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Can yoga help us achieve sustainable development goals?

...physical postures), pranayama (breathing exercises) and dhyana (meditation). The remaining five are less well-known. These are yamas (ethical restraints), niyamas (ethical observances), pratyahara (withdrawal of senses), dharana (concentration) and samadhi (superconsciousness). Collectively, these limbs attribute to the spiritual practice of yoga and can potentially have...
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