Departmental news

The University of Warwick has launched the Sweetest Odours exhibition at Shakespeare’s New Place in Stratford-upon-Avon, showcasing the historical art of rose perfumery through cutting-edge scent technology. This unique exhibition is a collaboration between Warwick's Centre for the Study of the Renaissance and the School of Engineering, Floris and the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.

Dr. Aysu Dincer Hadjianastasis from Warwick History has played a pivotal role in this project. Her research on historical household records and recipes has provided invaluable insights, enriching the exhibition with authentic historical context.

Visitors can explore how roses were used in perfumes, medicines, and food dishes during Shakespeare's era. This innovative blend of history, botany, and technology offers a captivating experience for all visitors.

More information about the exhibition can be found in the news section of the University website.

Fun fact - in Shakespeare's time, roses were even used to make mouthwash!

In a recent episode of BBC Radio 5 Live, Matt Chorley interviewed Dr. Dave Steele, an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Warwick and Associate Fellow at the Royal Historical Society. The discussion delved into the rich history of political protesting in Westminster, offering listeners a comprehensive overview of how public demonstrations have shaped British politics over the years.

Dr Kathryn McMahon comments on UK retailers' class action against Amazon for allegedly using their marketplace data to boost its product sales, at the expense of retailers, in a WIRED.com interview.

Professor Jacqueline Hodgson provides expert comment on the nuanced aspects of the French criminal justice system depicted in the Oscar-winning film 'Anatomy of a Fall''.

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Listen to expert Professor Roberta Bivins discussing the NHS in an interview for National Public radio in the US.

Western Balkans expert Dr Andi HoxhajLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window of Warwick Law SchoolLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window comments:-

"On Monday 6th June Russia’s foreign minister Sergey Lavrov planned to visit Serbia to sign a new three year gas agreement provided by the Russian energy company Gazprom. Under the agreement Serbia would pay approximately $400 per 1,000 cubic meters of Russian natural gas — almost four times less than other European countries pay."

Dr Simon Peplow has written an article about the police and "institutional racism" for The Conversation, please see further details at: https://theconversation.com/the-police-wont-acknowledge-institutional-racism-in-their-race-action-plan-heres-why-that-matters-183853,

Please watch Dr Elise Smith talking to History student Sienna about her research at: https://youtu.be/eoAxITXIiRwLink opens in a new window

Please watch Dr Guido van Meersbergen talk to History student Nia about his research at: https://youtu.be/Iklo0Wr1_lgLink opens in a new window

Please watch Professor Beat Kümin being interviewed about his research by Marli, a History students at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6EvBPDNJFsLink opens in a new window