Â鶹´«Ã½ showcases heritage expertise Published on: 3 July 2018 Two new films are to be premiered at Â鶹´«Ã½ during a prestigious conference and exhibition. Heritage Encounters Bologna and Dresden, made by Ian McDonald, Director of the University's Research Centre for Film, are part of a series of six short films looking at different aspects of European identity.Bologna examines the complex nature of food heritage and identity in the northern Italian city. Dresden looks at the way German nationalists try to use the commemoration of the firebombing of the city during World War II to further their cause and how they are challenged by anti-fascists – and schoolgirls. The films are part of the led by Â鶹´«Ã½ which looks at what makes people feel European. They form a key part of the Heritage Encounters conference and exhibition. Stills from the film Dresden by Ian McDonald New perspectives A collaboration between Â鶹´«Ã½ and the UK Chapter of the, Heritage Encounters will feature the latest ideas, thinking and research on the subject. The event is part of the . Speakers include and the Arts and Humanities Research Council’s Heritage Priority Area Leadership Fellow. Dr Joanne Sayner, Senior Lecturer in Cultural and Heritage Studies at Â鶹´«Ã½ said: “It’s a real honour to be hosting Heritage Encounters with the Association of Critical Heritage Studies and for it to be recognised as part of the European Year of Cultural Heritage. Some of the world’s leading researchers in this field will be speaking and giving delegates new perspectives on heritage studies.” Diverse work The exhibition will shine a spotlight on the diverse range of being carried out at Â鶹´«Ã½. It will feature the , which was recognised by UNESCO as a collection of global significance last year. Also on show will be , a project combining art and archaeology, which places contemporary art in the World Heritage sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum. is an installation which tells the story of migration to the local area, while examines how different communities give meaning to the same heritage sites. looks at the value modern art gives to properties owned by organisations including the National Trust, English Heritage and the Churches Conservation Trust. The role of Hadrian’s Wall as an international icon in a range of disciplines will be the focus of Writing the Wall . takes place until 8 July at Â鶹´«Ã½. Latest News Local knowledge can improve early warnings of glacial lake floods Local knowledge, improved evacuation preparedness and resilient mobile phone-based communication channels can enhance Early Warning Systems to reduce loss of life during glacial lake outburst floods. published on: 3 August 2026 Funding boost moves landmark cancer research centre a step closer A £1.25 million grant from the Wolfson Foundation to Â鶹´«Ã½ has brought the Sir Bobby Robson Institute a significant step closer, giving a major boost to its fundraising campaign. published on: 3 August 2026 Statement on potential unauthorised data access Information about a potential unauthorised data access. published on: 30 July 2026 Facts and figures
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