This lecture examines the emergence of written laws in ancient societies, using examples like Hammurabi’s code and Greek laws from Crete, and their role in legal philosophy.
Following the 2025 US Presidential Inauguration, experts will reflect on the election results and discuss the future of democracy in American politics.
Professor Ashley Jackson discusses the impact of WWII on Oxford, sharing narratives and revelations about the city’s transformation into a military hub.
Learn about efforts to electrify London’s grid as a way to cut carbon emissions. Topics include challenges in energy infrastructure and goals for a greener city.
Art historian Christopher Newall gives a tour focusing on Frederic Leighton’s renowned 1859 drawing, ‘Study of a Lemon Tree, Capri’, highlighting its exquisite botanical detail and shading.
Lily Blakely, Ethan Llewellyn, and Jan Blum present their comics about mosh pits, kinky robots, and society’s voyeurism, with a chance to buy signed copies.
Experts discuss the emergence of modern art in Brazil in the early 20th century, highlighting its unique blend of international trends and local cultural influences.
This lecture examines conflicts of interest in finance, focusing on the relationship between investors and fund managers, and how to safeguard your money.
Wendy Moore discusses her book about Vera ‘Jack’ Holme and Evelina Haverfield, who joined forces in love and activism, significantly impacting the suffragette movement and WWI efforts.
Learn about how ‘Hebridean’ sheep from St Kilda influenced early sheep breeds in the North-East Atlantic, through genetic profiles and historical accounts.
Dr Alex Mayhew presents how English soldiers on the Western Front interpreted their experiences during WWI, focusing on survival, meanings, and personal narratives.
Learn how city models capture past, present, and future urban growth, evaluating their accuracy and exploring potential improvements for planning and development.
At a live podcast recording, hosts and guests, including a physicist and a film chairman, will discuss the history and impact of the Christmas Lectures, share favourite demos and talk about TV production challenges.
Learn about how Space Popular blends the physical and digital to shape our environment. The talk includes a panel with Shumi Bose, focusing on contemporary storytelling and climate discussions.
This event features a discussion on Mickalene Thomas’ vibrant portraits that spotlight Black female identity and self-love through the lens of race, gender, and aesthetics.
Nick Newman and Sandy Jones discuss how designers create effective, safe structures for protest, featuring examples like bamboo towers, and conclude with a film.
Jessica Meyer discusses the advanced medical techniques during WWI that improved soldier care, highlighting the RAMC’s role and innovations like motor ambulances.
This lecture examines how rising house prices have nearly doubled household wealth and widened the wealth gap, especially affecting younger generations.
Join Matt Greenwell to learn about the high diversity of tree species in the tropics, the role of natural enemies, and the challenges of rainforest research.
Learn about the 19th-century shift in British perception from ancient gods embodying human traits to a horned deity symbolising wild nature and personal freedom.
Learn about the craftsmanship of 17th- and 18th-century furniture, from hidden compartments to colourful interiors, guided by expert Julia van Zandvoort.
Artists, activists, and academics discuss the impact of climate injustice on indigenous and diasporic groups, aiming for a vision of accountable environmental justice.
Pooja Swali sheds light on ancient DNA, exploring how old diseases spread and their impacts on human life and health, helping us understand modern diseases better.
Uncover how scientists trace human ancestry and movements with ancient DNA, and demystify historical diseases to understand their impacts on past civilizations.
This lecture addresses the role and controversies of carbon credit markets in achieving net-zero emissions and scrutinises the notion of ‘unavoidable’ emissions.
A trio discusses urban gardens’ role in mental well-being, the history and impact of their Chelsea Flower Show garden, which underscores nature’s soothing effects.
Learn about tailored training methods, tech advances, and holistic approaches for elite wheelchair athletes to boost performance and equipment interaction.
Artists discuss their vision for a theatrical production inspired by Truku culture, incorporating tribal ballads and rituals, followed by an audience Q&A.
Sergio Miller presents a detailed analysis of the British Army’s strategies and experiences during their Afghanistan campaign from 2001 to 2014, focusing on key challenges and developments.
Learn about the final stages of WWII and its aftermath, including the experiences of Allied soldiers, survivors of Nazi persecution, and influential leaders.
Jane Hillston will discuss advanced modelling techniques for predicting system behaviours and exploring their limitations using examples from biology and ecology.
