Inaugural Lecture Series

An inaugural lecture is a prestigious academic event that celebrates the promotion of a colleague to professorship, marking a significant milestone in their academic journey. Inaugural lectures have been an integral part of university life for centuries, and the University of Derby proudly continues this tradition. 

These events serve as an invaluable platform for newly appointed professors to present their groundbreaking research, highlight their accomplishments in research, innovation, engagement, and teaching, and demonstrate the societal impact of their work. 

Inaugural lectures at the University of Derby are open to the public and free of charge. You don't need to be an expert in the field to attend, as the university warmly invites all staff, students, their guests, and members of the local community to participate.

All our lectures are free of charge and attendance is open to all. Each lecture will be recorded and a video will be made available to watch after the event.

Our in-person lectures are followed by an informal drinks reception.

Upcoming Events

public lecture
The Impact and Implementation of Physical Activity Interventions: A Design for Life

In this Inaugural Lecture, Professor Andy Pringle will discuss the importance of the key design characteristics for the impact and implementation of physical activity interventions. This should be considered through the lifespan of interventions to help people to adopt physically activity, which not only add years to life, but life to years.

Date and time:
Wednesday, 16 October 2024
17.30 - 19.30
public lecture
Green Transition and the Future of Africa’s Investment Policy

In this lecture, Professor Chrispas Nyombi will present evidence-based arguments and solutions to address the impacts of climate change in Africa, aiming to inspire policy action and extend support to the "real victims" of climate change through climate-conscious and environmentally sustainable investment policies.

Date and time:
Wednesday, 6 November 2024
17.30 - 19.30
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