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The Cult of Celebrity - Dr Angie Hobbs

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:19:41 GMT

Celebrity Big Brother recently returned to our screens, another programme in the long list that catapults people to the heights of fame. But has it always been this way? In this podcast Dr Angie Hobbs, Department of Philosophy, explains that in the past people were only famous for acts of heroism, bravery or extreme creativity. How did people gain fame and notoriety before the advent of reality television and the internet? What are the views of philosophers such as Plato?

Sharing knowledge and learning through the digital gateway

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 15:44:45 GMT

In helping academics to overcome the challenges of impact and engagement, some universities are setting up digital centres to distribute useful resources and guidance. Eleanor Lovell discusses the University of Warwick’s Knowledge Centre and the ways it seeks to assist academics in increasing their impact.

Great Minds Work Together

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 08:26:50 GMT

Dr Peter Hedges, Director of Research Support Services explains the process behind the Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and highlights the benefits they hold both both the University and the partner businesses.