The event will feature talks from international experts in neuroscience, psychology, and medicine. The scientific programme is also a celebration of the new Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at the University of Bristol, which brings together researchers from the Medical School, Neuroscience, and Psychological Science.

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• Plenary talk by Andreas Lüthi (Friedrich Miescher Institute, Switzerland)

• Invited speakers:

• Daniela Popa (Institut de Biologie de l’ENS, France)

• Catherine Stoodley (George Washington University, USA)

• Frank Van Overwalle (Vrije University, Brussels)

• Paul Anastasiades ( University of Bristol, UK)

• Thomas Watson (University of Edinburgh, UK)

• Helio Clemente Jose Cuve – University of Bristol (UK) 

The art exhibition will celebrate the legacy of Santiago Ramón y Cajal, a pioneer of modern neuroscience and together with Camillo Golgi Nobel Prize laureate in Physiology and Medicine (1906). Beyond his foundational scientific contributions, Cajal was also an artist, photographer, and writer. His iconic drawings of the nervous system are timeless for their scientific clarity and artistic beauty.

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This exhibition is organised in collaboration with the Society of Spanish Researchers in the UK (SRUK/CERU). For further information about the content displayed during the exhibition see this link.

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The exhibition will be OPEN TO THE PUBLIC from June 4th to June 6th in the Great Hall (Wills Memorial Building) and will be exhibited in the School of Psychological Science (Priory Road Complex) from June 9th to June 27th.

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Talks ( in-person and live-streamed)

• Javier de Felipe – Instituto Cajal (Spain)
  Talk’s title – “Cajal and the discovery of the neuronal forest of the brain”

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• Annie Campbell – Auburn University (USA)
  Talk’s title – “Kindling: Connecting Neuroscience, Cajal and Climate Change with Ceramic Sculpture”

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In this satellite activity, we will showcase how researchers today integrate creativity into their scientific work and how artists are inspired by nature to create their artwork.

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Nine local, national and international projects have been selected to exhibit their artwork in this event.

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Confirmed invited artists and projects: 

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Arts inspired by nature

• Annie Campbell – Auburn University
• Cajal Embroidery Project– The University of Edinburgh 

Arts within science

• Vicky Guise – Musicotherapy
• The Grand Appeal – Tunisian collaborative painting
• Prosthetics Future – Simon Hall & Brisgtow Institute 
• Turning the Tide –Blue Health – Alan Kellas & Catherine Lamont-Robinson (SAPC)
• Holding my Heart – Giovanni Biglino & Brigstow Institute
• Un/Stuck – Mental Health – Chris Jarrold, Meg Attwood & Catherine Lamont-Robinson

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Registration includes access to the scientific talks, coffee breaks & lunch, and the art exhibition, including reception.

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SPACES ARE LIMITED, so we encourage early registration to secure your place.

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REGISTRATION DEADLINE – 27th May

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FEES

 
– Undergraduate and self-funded postgraduate students: Free > SOLD OUT – Register on the WAITING LIST

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– Academics and funded students *:  £50 to help cover costs> GO TO BRISTOL SHOP

Alternatively, University of Bristol staff may want to use an internal budget code> Complete THIS FORM

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* postgraduate students supported by a grant eg from BBSRC, ESRC, MRC, Wellcome or University.

Whether you’re a scientist, artist, student, patient, or simply curious, we welcome you to join us for this cross-disciplinary celebration of science, art, and human connection.

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Organising committee:

Richard Apps, Nadia Ceminara, Paul Chadderton, Patricia Gil Paterna, Rachel Bisset, Sara Alvira de Celis

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Contact: sara.alvira@bristol.ac.uk