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British Academy opens doors for first Summer Showcase
26 Jun 2018
Last week the British Academy opened the doors to members of the public for its first Summer Showcase.
The academics behind the 15 projects on display were on hand throughout the Showcase to talk to the public about their research, lead hands-on activities and give short pop-up talks.
Professor David Perrett FBA explains his research on facial perception and health
Dr Asma Mustafa's exhibit on British Muslims and the armed forces included a uniform for visitors to try on
A special programme for schools allowed students to find out more about studying the humanities and social sciences at a higher level.
Students contribute to a memory wall as part of Dr Helen McCarthy and Leonora Saunders' exhibit on women working from home
Hundreds of people also attended a Friday Night Late View of the Showcase with special activities including themed stand-up comedy, edible perfume inspired by the research on display, and live musical performances.
A performance by South African jazz pianist Ndudzo Makhathini as part of an exhibit on South African Jazz and the Archive by Dr Jonathan Eato and Dr Stephanus Muller
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