Sussex academics explore some of the most intriguing questions of our age in this new series of video interviews. From the implications of corruption in global politics to the latest in our understanding of consciousness, each interview is intended to encourage discussion and collaboration in connection with the University of Sussex Research Themes, as well as being of interest to wider audiences.
If you would like to participate in a video or have a suggestion for an interesting topic, please contact researchthemes@sussex.ac.uk
War and Photography
Dr Ben Burbridge discusses the representation of war in photography with Professor Maurice Howard, Theme Leader for Culture and Heritage.
Global Environmental Governance:The Future We Want?
Professor Peter Newell discusses future action for the global environment following the Rio+20 summit with Professor Alan Lester, Research Theme Leader for Global Transformations.
Rising to the Challenge:
What now for the eurozone?
Professor Mariana Mazzucato discusses the eurozone debt crisis with Professor Alan Lester
What are the risks of researching a deadly virus?
Stefan Elbe, Professor of International Relations, discusses the dangers of publishing academic research about the H5N1 virus with Professor Jackie Cassell, Research Theme Leader, Environment and Health