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IDDescriptionTypeU3ARegionThird PartyYear started
79Memory CourseU3A-led research (not an SLP)Aughton & Ormskirk U3ANorth West2014
80Research programmeU3A-led research (not an SLP)AIUTA (Assoc of U3As)International
85Surveying cemetery chapels in Bath areaU3A-led research (not an SLP)Bath U3ASouth West
89Membership survey (on-line), BristolU3A-led research (not an SLP)Bristol U3ASouth West2013
91Glow worm survey by Burnham on Crouch Wildlife GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Burnham on Crouch U3AEast of England2015
100Social history of Ware? U3A-led research (not an SLP)Cheshunt U3AEast of England
102Researching the lives of 98 men on war memorials in AmershamU3A-led research (not an SLP)Chiltern U3ASouth East2015
105Memories leading to book by U3A Local History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Crewe and Nantwich U3ANorth West2015
106Working with primary school children in Cupar on WW2 memoriesU3A-led research (SLP)Cupar U3AScotland
107Study of Farningham Woods, KentU3A-led research (not an SLP)Dartford U3ASouth East1999
108Lost letter experiment by U3A Psychology GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Davyhulme U3ANorth West2014
114Follies, grottos & crinklecrankle walls in Norfolk and Suffolk by U3A Architectural GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Diss U3AEast of England
115History of Pippbrook House, Surrey, a mansion in danger of demolitionNot knownDorking U3ASouth East2014
118Project based at Edinburgh MORE INFORMATION NEEDEDU3A-led research (SLP)Edinburgh U3AScotland2007
120Study of River Blackwater. Members travelled on foot and by boat, met local experts, visited areas of scientific importance and spoke to local people who work on the river and earn their living from it.U3A-led research (SLP)Blackwater U3AEast of England2008
122Olympic walk along north bank of Thames from estuary to Stratford. Various U3As led sectiions of route from Shoeburyness to StratfordU3A-led research (SLP)East of England U3AsEast of England2012
126Research on tithe maps for Flintshire from 1836U3A-led research (SLP)Flintshire U3AWales
127Membership Survey, FurnessU3A-led research (not an SLP)Furness U3ANorth West2014
128Researching former Fairford Gas WorksU3A-led research (SLP)Gillingham U3ASouth East
131Life and Times of Hayling Island 1914-1919U3A-led research (not an SLP)Hayling Island U3ASouth East2014
132Olympic walks along Hertfordshire Way & Lea Valley Walk to StratfordU3A-led research (SLP)Hertfordshire Network of U3AsSouth East2012
134Project based at Hoddesden MORE INFORMATION NEEDEDU3A-led research (not an SLP)Hoddesdon U3AEast of England
135 History of 200 servicemen who went to war from the Holmes Chapel area - project by U3A Local History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Holmes Chapel and DistrictNorth West2014
137Industrial revolution, effect on locality of IlkleyU3A-led research (SLP)
139Membership Survey, LancasterU3A-led research (not an SLP)Lancaster & Morecambe U3A North West2015
143How effective is the U3A informal learning model in the 21st Century?U3A-led research (not an SLP)Lancing & Sompting U3ASouth East
149Review & assessment of literature of learning methodology a & its usefulness to U3AU3A-led research (not an SLP)Learning Research GroupNational (UK)2007
160Transcribe the gravestone memorials at Stapleford cemetery. The first burials took place in the 1880's and many of the inscriptions were virtually illegible and as time goes by even more headstones will become broken or unreadable.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Stapleford & District U3AEast Midlands2017
161WW1, various topicsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Hounslow U3ALondon2015
163U3A and Men - Survey of male membership and gender imbalance in U3As across London, NW Surrey, and nationally, in comparison with the demographics. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Merton U3ALondon2012
164Nationwide survey of children's literature, using U3A membersU3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2008
165Nationwide survey of memories of school, using U3A membersU3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2011
166Interviews with U3A members who grew up in London 1930-60U3A-led research (not an SLP)Members of London U3AsLondon2015
211East Lothian's archaeology, history and genealogy groups studied the ruined Yester Castle, near Gifford. The study of the condition of the surviving parts of the castle and the threats to their preservation was passed to Historic Scotland.U3A-led research (SLP)East Lothian U3AScotland2015
273Olympic walk along the Thames from west of London to StratfordU3A-led research (SLP)Surrey U3AsSouth East2012
279Places to visit in SW LondonU3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondon2012
280History of Victorian mental health Institutions for people with learning disabilitiesU3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondon2014
281Famous people from the past who lived in SW LondonU3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondon2013
288Article on membership surveysU3A-led research (not an SLP)MANY U3AsNational (UK)2015
290Is Seeing Believing?: The Art and Science of Visual Illusions. We sense with our eyes and perceive with our brain- Psychologist and Neuroscientists still don't know quite how, and visual illusions both clarify and mystify our understanding of the processes.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Watford CentralEast of England2015
291Stories of men from Sussex villages who fell in WW1 and families left behindU3A-led research (not an SLP)Midhurst U3ASouth East2014
296Survey to find out relative numbers of men and women in U3AU3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2009
297Growth of U3As & distribution across the UKU3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2015
298National Research Database - to discover all research involving the U3A, using a variety of sources, and create a searchable databaseU3A-led research (not an SLP)National Research Sub-committeeNational (UK)2015
299Book of memories of childhood from ww2U3A-led research (not an SLP)Newcastle U3ANorth East2009
306 Causes and effects of WW1 battles, conditions and social history, by Northampton U3A World War 1 GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Northampton U3AEast Midlands2014
311Study of the land around Shrewsbury inundated by recent floods and how it had been affected in the pastU3A-led research (SLP)Dorchester U3ASouth West2005
311Study of the land around Shrewsbury inundated by recent floods and how it had been affected in the pastU3A-led research (SLP)Purbeck U3ASouth West2005
316Crewe & Nantwich Local History Group studied their town by working back in time from the present day to build up a chart of the area. Members researched in libraries, museums and archives and on the internet.U3A-led research (SLP)Crewe and Nantwich U3ANorth West2005
326Cataloguing costume collection, PerthU3A-led research (SLP)Perth U3A Scotland
342Compilation of WW2 memoriesU3A-led research (SLP)Ponteland U3A North East
343Lives of 8 men on Pentrefelin War MemorialU3A-led research (not an SLP)Porthmadog U3AWales
345400 biographies based on war memorials, researched by Radcliffe's Local Research Project Group. Includes wartime letters, details of deaths and life in wartime Radcliffe.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Radcliffe-on-Trent U3AEast Midlands2014
346Researching war memorial, RamsayU3A-led research (not an SLP)Ramsay U3A East of England
347Reading Town Study Group researchers take 3 towns each year - 2 months study plus visitU3A-led research (not an SLP)Reading U3ASouth East2003
348Possible project researching aspects of ReadingU3A-led research (SLP)Reading U3ASouth East2005
352Local windmills, RutlandU3A-led research (SLP)Rutland U3AEast Midlands
358A novel hypothesis for atherosclerosis as a cholesterol sulfate deficiency syndromeU3A-led research (not an SLP)Science research reviewNational (UK)2015
359Sugar-Damage in the Lipid Nutrition CycleU3A-led research (not an SLP)Science research reviewNational (UK)2010
36010 years of the Science Seminar at AbergavennyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Science, Technology & Society NetworkNational (UK)2013
363Role of horses in WW1U3A-led research (not an SLP)Sevenoaks U3ASouth East
366How the gentry affected lives of families in S.LancashireU3A-led research (SLP)South Lancashire U3As North West
367Effect of local gentry on the community, LancashireU3A-led research (SLP)South Lancashire U3As North West
368Source to Sea - story of east & west Okement Rivers, DevonU3A-led research (SLP)Launceston U3ASouth West2011
368Source to Sea - story of east & west Okement Rivers, DevonU3A-led research (SLP)Okehampton U3ASouth West2011
368Source to Sea - story of east & west Okement Rivers, DevonU3A-led research (SLP)Tavistock U3ASouth West2011
368Source to Sea - story of east & west Okement Rivers, DevonU3A-led research (SLP)West Dartmoor U3ASouth West2011
374Changes to the town centre of Stanford-le-Hope from 1950, including shops, industry, financial services, pubs, churches, transport and entertainment, by U3A Local Research Projects GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Stanford le Hope U3AEast of England2016
375Home front in Stoke during WW1, researched by U3A WW1 History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Stoke South U3AWest Midlands2014
379Swansea markets 1194-1900U3A-led research (SLP)Swansea U3A Wales2008
383Thames Riverside Project is a mix of walks of different lengths, focusing on industrial history, wildlife, the arts and photographyU3A-led research (SLP)Thames Valley U3A networkSouth East2011
385Financial questionnaire given to all U3A members in Tiverton by U3A Personal Finance GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Tiverton U3ASouth West2008
390The object of Tynedale's Hadrian's Wall Group is to researsh, visit and walk Hadrian's Wall including sites North and South of the Wall and to prepare guides for our websiteU3A-led research (not an SLP)Tynedale U3ANorth East2013
395Researching lives of 100 Wem residents from WW1 - Shropshire, by U3A Family History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Wem U3AWest Midlands2015
398Assessing hydro-plant at Wetherby Weir, YorksU3A-led research (SLP)
403Flintgill project MORE INFORMATION NEEDEDU3A-led research (SLP)Worcester U3AWest Midlands
408Mapping Hadrian's Wall & guidebksU3A-led research (not an SLP)
412Evaluation of move of Totton's meeting venue to Colbury Memorial Hall including survey of members' views U3A-led research (not an SLP)Totton South U3ASouth East2015
418History of street names in Shoreham, Sussex - about 30 people took part and researched and wrote a short article on their allocated name.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Lancing & Sompting U3ASouth East2015
419Local worthies and their influence on the community in south LancashireU3A-led research (SLP)Aughton & Ormskirk U3ANorth West2008
423Entertainment in Sussex - includes games, theatre, Butlins, silent film, horse racing, pubs, joy rides in early flying machines, dance, fairs, galleries, books and home entertainmentU3A-led research (SLP)Sussex U3A Network (SUN)South East2005
424Pictorial history of Cheddar through photographs and images, collected by the Cheddar Valley History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Cheddar Valley U3ASouth West2005
425A study of the history of Great Baddow through oral historyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Baddow & Galleywood U3AEast of England2002
426Stories of the people of Lewes in WW2 as recorded by U3A Oral History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Lewes U3ASouth East1992
427Memories of racing and racecourses recorded by Lewes U3A Oral History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Lewes U3ASouth East1993
428Reminiscences of shopping in Lewes, recorded by U3A Oral History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Lewes U3ASouth East1998
429Study of the history of postal services in SalisburyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Sarum U3ASouth West2004
430A tapestry made by U3A members to commemorate the millennium in Market HarboroughU3A-led research (not an SLP)Market Harborough U3AEast Midlands1997
431Life histories collected by U3A Living Memories Group, to preserve experiences and ways of life which would otherwise disappearU3A-led research (not an SLP)York U3AYorkshire and Humber2013
432Book on the U3A in Britain by Eric Midwinter, one of the founders. Describes the origins, development and aspirations of the British U3AU3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2004
433Community history of Cranleigh in 19th and 20th centuries - topics include communications, families, the hospital, school and High St.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Cranleigh U3ASouth East1998
434A celebration of Sussex for the MillenniumU3A-led research (not an SLP)Sussex U3A Network (SUN)South East1999
435Study of the U3A in ChepstowU3A-led research (not an SLP)Chepstow and District U3AWales1997
436Set of articles about Market Drayton in 19th century by U3A Local History Group - topics chosen by participantsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Market Drayton U3AWest Midlands2012
437Study of the U3A in SheffieldU3A-led research (not an SLP)Sheffield U3AYorkshire and Humber2002
438Memories of Hull in 1930s, collected by U3A Local History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Hull U3AYorkshire and Humber1988
439Research into names on war memorial at Market Drayton, by U3A Local History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Market Drayton U3AWest Midlands2013
440Book on third age by Peter Laslett, one of the founders of U3A in Britain, which argues that it is the age of greatest personal fulfilment.U3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)1991
441Research on saints of the Fife region of Scotland by U3A Local History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Fife U3AScotland1997
442Recollections of Fife collected by U3A Oral History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Fife U3AScotland2004
443Research into old buildings in Somerton by U3A Local History GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Somerton U3ASouth West2003
444Series of publications on the history of York - see list of titles in OutputU3A-led research (not an SLP)York U3AYorkshire and Humber2012
445Memories of WW2U3A-led research (not an SLP)Porthcawl U3AWales2000
446Recollections of VE Day by U3A Lifelong Learning GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Salford U3ANorth West1993
448National Survey - composition of membershipU3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2008
449U3A investigation into self-publishing. Experiences sought from members who have used the methodU3A-led research (not an SLP)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)2011
451Study of the loss of lifeboat George Elmy and her crew at Seaham in 1962, as well as the fishing boat she had gone to rescueU3A-led research (not an SLP)Seaham Harbour U3ANorth East2011
452Article in U3A News by Ian Searle (then national chairman) on research and the U3A movementU3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2011
454Research on names of common soldiers who fought at Battle of Flodden, 1513, in order to compare the effect on small communities with that of WW1U3A-led research (SLP)Northumbria U3AsNorth East2010
456Article in U3A News by Alex McMinn (then chair of Research Committee) on the need for the U3A to take a proactive role in university researchExternal research (U3A as research subjects)National Research Sub-committeeNational (UK)2010
457The Latin group of U3A Stratford has translated the London underground map into Latin, Londinium SubterraneumU3A-led research (not an SLP)Stratford on Avon U3AWest Midlands2009
458Membership survey by Haywards Heath to find out how they wanted their U3A to develop in the futureU3A-led research (not an SLP)Haywards Heath & DistrictSouth East2008
460Recollections by local people of the lives of Major & Mrs Stewart of Burnby Hall and of the impact of WW2 on the people of Pocklington U3A-led research (not an SLP)Pocklington U3AYorkshire and Humber2009
461Not Old but Gold - The Positive Contribution of Older People to SocietyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Isle of Man U3ANorth West2015
462Chew Valley U3A history group have put their own life histories in the context of national eventsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Chew Valley U3ASouth West2007
463Origins of rural nursing service in Gloucestershire, founded by Elizabeth MallesonU3A-led research (not an SLP)Cheltenham U3ASouth West2007
464Survey by U3A News Editorial Board on readers'views and wishes for the magazineU3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2008
466Survey by U3A's Information and Communications Technology Advisory Group to establish use of technology in running U3AsU3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2007
468Study of the period between death of Oliver Cromwell in 1658 and the restoration of the monarchy in 1660U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bury St Edmunds U3AEast of England2005
472Evesham's Local History Group studied English place names, their origins, development and interretation and what they tell us about the language left by five invasions of these islands.U3A-led research (SLP)Evesham & DistrictWest Midlands2005
473What Makes Lochaber Tick? A look behind the scenes at important organisations in the region, to understand how they operate, how they contribute to life in the area and how they are evolving into 21st century.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Lochaber U3AScotland2006
475Dorchester and Purbeck Natural History groups recorded the plants of the local parks and open spaces in the local areaU3A-led research (not an SLP)Dorchester U3ASouth West2005
475Dorchester and Purbeck Natural History groups recorded the plants of the local parks and open spaces in the local areaU3A-led research (not an SLP)Purbeck U3ASouth West2005
476North London's Architecture Group looked at The Shape of London, specifically at typology (the study of the evolution of a particular built form). The main focus of the study was theatre buildings.U3A-led research (not an SLP)North London U3ALondon2006
477Lancaster and Morecambe's Architecture Group experienced the practical problems of designing a building by researching the issues of a (fictional) new library which had to be located in a vacated shop.U3A-led research (SLP)Lancaster & Morecambe U3A North West2006
478Barnet's Family History Group took on the challenge of researching a genuine but unknown marriage certificate (bought at an antique fair) and used it as a case study to build up a history of the two families involved. This provided basic research knowledge for members to use when tracing their own ancestors.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Barnet U3ALondon2009
479Kingswinford's Architecture Appreciation Group have researched their favourite buildings in Dudley town centre and also the work of famous architects, such as Gaudi and Pugin.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Kingswinford & District U3AWest Midlands2011
480Study of the life and works of C.S.Lewis, linked to the 50th anniversary of the death of the authorU3A-led research (not an SLP)Preston Park U3ASouth East2013
481Northampton's Practical Philosophy Group researched how individuals can influence the direction society takes by presenting ten ways of becoming politically active.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Northampton U3AEast Midlands2013
482Bedford's Miniatures Group researched the role of the Bedfordshire Regiment in WW1 and using contemporary photographs, built a 1/12th scale trench system including a mine tunnel. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bedford U3AEast of England2014
484Beverley's Family History Group researched their ancestors' WW1 experiences.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Beverley U3AYorkshire and Humber2014
485Northampton History Group wrote biographies of each of 137 men and one woman buried in the Commonwealth War Graves in NorthamptonU3A-led research (not an SLP)Northampton U3AEast Midlands2014
488Membership survey to discover views and preferences, Islington U3A-led research (not an SLP)Islington U3ALondon2014
491The Disappeared Shops of Shetland, especially the Scalloway shops 1851-1901U3A-led research (not an SLP)Shetland U3AScotland2016
492Tto research the Shetland whaling stations which were in operation from approximately 1904 to 1929. Our aim was to collate the information from the many sources held at the Archives, and online and produce a history of the stationsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Shetland U3AScotland2014
497Energy efficient housing. We aim to investigate the energy efficiency of our homes, to find out what schemes our local authorities are running to improve the efficiency of the housing stock, and what research is being carried out by our local universities into energy efficient buildings.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Cambridge U3AEast of England2016
498Oral history project to provide a means for Cambridge members to talk about their lives whilst being videoed, giving them a record which they could give to their descendants and to provide an in-depth body of knowledge about the current and future membership of the U3A, which could be used in research projects in the futureU3A-led research (not an SLP)Cambridge U3AEast of England2016
500The U3A, the elderly and the need for research into educational gerontology: an opinion by Dr. Jens J. HansenExternal research about U3A2013
501Early background and history of the creation of the U3A in the UK 1960-1989 by Brian GroombridgeExternal research about U3A2003
502Comparative study of two non-credit educational organisations for older people; the University of the Third Age (U3A) in the UK and the Senior University (SU) in South Korea - a PhD thesis by Julian Zerfahs External research about U3A2014
506'Learning in the Third Age in the UK' – MA Dissertation by Yuhua ChengiExternal research about U3ASandwell U3AWest Midlands2012
514Four decades of Universities of the Third Age: Past, present and future (Marvin Formosa)External research about U3ANoneNational (UK)2012
515The role of U3A in lifelong learning (Lydia Hebestreit)External research about U3ANoneNational (UK)2006
516Gender issues in older adults' participation in learning - viewpoints and experiences of learners in U3A (Alan Williamson)External research about U3ANoneNational (UK)2000
517Online membership surveyU3A-led research (not an SLP)East Berwickshire U3AScotland2014?
518Online membership surveyU3A-led research (not an SLP)North London U3ALondon2015
519Membership survey U3A-led research (not an SLP)Kington U3AWest Midlands2014
524Surveying and investigating lookouts from the Napoleonic War and the two World Wars on top of North Berwick Law.U3A-led research (not an SLP)East Lothian U3AScotland2016
525Study of Haddington's churchesU3A-led research (not an SLP)East Lothian U3AScotland2016
528Wokingham Local History Group have produced a history of the town from 1851, based on census dataU3A-led research (not an SLP)Wokingham U3ASouth East2015
530A collection of stories of wartime childhood by members of Alnwick U3AU3A-led research (not an SLP)Alnwick U3A North East2014
536Wooler U3A's Enquiring Minds group asked 'What do the residents of Wooler want to happen to the old Police Station?' We developed a questionnaire and distributed it to every household in Wooler and gave the results to the Parish Council and the Glendale Gateway Trust.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wooler U3ANorth East2015
537Survey of members of Wooler U3A to identify how we could improve what we do - by the Wooler's Enquiring Minds group U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wooler U3ANorth East2015
539Article in TAM by Ivor Manley on the founding principles of the U3A, including the emphasis on researchExternal research about U3ANationalNational (UK)2013
540Lichfield's Local History Group has produced five studies of the city's history, working over several years.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Lichfield U3AWest Midlands
541Salisbury U3A has produced a short history of its development over 25 yearsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Salisbury U3ASouth West2013
542Bookham's Military History group have located and researched material on WW2 in Great and Little BookhamU3A-led research (not an SLP)Bookham & District U3ASouth East2012
543To measure the radius of the earth by the Eratosthenes methodU3A-led research (not an SLP)Perth U3A Scotland1999
543To measure the radius of the earth by the Eratosthenes methodU3A-led research (not an SLP)Swindon U3ASouth West1999
548Georg Christoph Lichtenberg and Étienne Léopold Trouvelot worked on the same subject and published scientific papers on it, but lived a century apart and never met. What they both worked on are called to this day Lichtenberg figures, the strange, beautiful, almost organic shapes formed when a pulse of high-voltage electricity passes over the surface of an insulator. Lichtenberg was the first to describe these figures, and Trouvelot one of the first to record them photographically. I have researched the history of two men who were interested in both science and art, and have also created Lichtenberg figures myself.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Heritage Coast Lyme Regis U3ASouth West2016
549Doves and Fairies - using bottles of Dove shampoo and Fairy Liquid, the chemistries of colours, plastics and the ingredients are explained. The talk includes: history, for those who like to study the past; science for those who like to know how the world works; cleaning for those who like washing and housework.U3A-led research (not an SLP)2016
550The life and times of George Croydon Marks, a Victorian engineer who designed and built cliff railways and founded a patent agency still running today. He was also president of the Sunday School Union and a director of EMI and Columbia pictures, through his friendship with Thomas Edison. He was one of the first Labour peers appointed by Ramsay MacDonald.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bexley U3ALondon2015
551The Bible and the Rise of Modern Science – there was a crucial shift in the worldview of northern Europe, partly brought about by the work of 16th century humanists. They brought a study of 1st century classical texts to the translation of the Bible into European languages. They promoted a shift in authority in matters of religion. The invention of printing spread these ideas and sparked the Protestant Reformation. This, in turn, facilitated a shift in science from trust in ancient authorities to trust in the experimental method. I particularly looked at the effect on the rise of science in Britain by the translation of the Bible into English.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Swindon U3ASouth West2016
552The Perceptive Plant - plants or plant parts are often busy monitoring their environment, checking where they are, what time it is, where other plants are, smelling and seeing, often using mechanisms as sophisticated as those in us and other animals.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Ealing U3ALondon2016
554In Search of Echoes: Distinct echoes are often heard when sound is reflected. In this talk it's explained how echoes come about and describes some unusual examples including flutter echoes, musical echoes, culvert whistlers, whispering galleries, reverberation, as well as how to have a dialogue with an echo and much more. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Merton U3ALondon2016
555The Wellcome Trust - The life and legacy of Sir Hanry Wellcome' The story of two 19th Century American salesmen establishing the first pharmaceutical firm in Britain to do original research, resulting in a fortune endowed and developed as the Wellcome Trust, the second largest funding charity in the world.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Watford CentralEast of England2016
556James Clerk Maxwell is considered to be the greatest 19th-century scientist, as important as Newton and Einstein, but his ideas were ahead of his time. Can we imagine modern life without radio, TV, X-rays and more? They all have their origin in his work, as do ideas that led to the theory of relativity and the birth of the quantum theoryU3A-led research (not an SLP)U3A in LondonLondon2016
558Best Foot Forward: The science of how we walk (and run!). As a result of disease or accident, some people have difficulty in walking. Gait analysis is the scientific method used to analyse their walking but can be applied to everyone, not just those with walking difficulties. This presentation describes the gait analysis method, details the underpinning mechanisms of gait and applies them to areas of interest to U3A members. Applications include the benefits of walking; the effects of ageing; demands of uphill walking; the advantages of walking poles and the mechanisms of running.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Kendal U3ANorth West2016
560Five members of Ilkley U3A have produced a collection of articles on assisted dying.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Ilkley U3AYorkshire and Humber2016
562Wokingham's Walks into History group researched local history and shared their research by walking the routes to see the features, such as the sites of past ferries and how Shiplake grew with the arrival of the railway.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wokingham U3ASouth East2016
563The Reminiscence group have produced a number of small booklets about Life and Work in Brightlingsea, with more to follow. They have interviewed many mostly older people about their life and work, which has produced an insight into the life of the town as it used to be.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Brighlingsea U3AEast of Englandongoing
572Chorleywood's Local History Group produced biographies of the fifty men named on the WW1 war memorial.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Chorleywood U3AEast of England2016
573Literary journey through the history, collective memory and new imaginings of some of the most atmospheric locations in SheffieldU3A-led research (not an SLP)Sheffield U3AYorkshire and Humber2016
579History of local shops and shopping in south west LondonU3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondon2016
585Alnwick U3A's Geology group has made a major contribution to understanding of local geology through its research on the Northumberland coast. They have produced a book of 12 walks with maps, photographs and explanations of local rock formations.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Alnwick U3A North East2016
586Reigate & Redhill decided to survey their members' opinions after a period of rapid growth and several new initiatives including evening events.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Reigate & Redhill U3ASouth East2016
587Students from Duksung University in Seoul, South Korea visited Plymouth U3A as part of their research into educational fulfilment in the third age.External research (U3A as research assistants)Plymouth U3ASouth West2016
588The Sun Street Story is about a street in Lewes, East Sussex which has bee researched by Lewes U3A History Group.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Lewes U3ASouth East2016
590Newmarket U3A's History group has investigated the history of the nearby village of Chippenham, which originated in the bronze age, once had a preceptory caring for wounded crusaders and includes Chippenham Park, a large estate created by a sugar plantation owner.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Newmarket U3AEast of England2016
591Five U3As known as CHaTTR U3As, in the Thames Valley network, have researched the River Thame, a tributary of the Thames. Many different groups looked at historic buildings, footpaths and walks, the flora and fauna and the geology while others produced photographs, paintings, poetry and a banner.U3A-led research (SLP)Thames Valley U3A networkSouth East2016
591Five U3As known as CHaTTR U3As, in the Thames Valley network, have researched the River Thame, a tributary of the Thames. Many different groups looked at historic buildings, footpaths and walks, the flora and fauna and the geology while others produced photographs, paintings, poetry and a banner.U3A-led research (SLP)Chinnor U3ASouth East2016
591Five U3As known as CHaTTR U3As, in the Thames Valley network, have researched the River Thame, a tributary of the Thames. Many different groups looked at historic buildings, footpaths and walks, the flora and fauna and the geology while others produced photographs, paintings, poetry and a banner.U3A-led research (SLP)Haddenham U3ASouth East2016
591Five U3As known as CHaTTR U3As, in the Thames Valley network, have researched the River Thame, a tributary of the Thames. Many different groups looked at historic buildings, footpaths and walks, the flora and fauna and the geology while others produced photographs, paintings, poetry and a banner.U3A-led research (SLP)Greater Thame U3ASouth East2016
591Five U3As known as CHaTTR U3As, in the Thames Valley network, have researched the River Thame, a tributary of the Thames. Many different groups looked at historic buildings, footpaths and walks, the flora and fauna and the geology while others produced photographs, paintings, poetry and a banner.U3A-led research (SLP)Ridgeway U3ASouth East2016
591Five U3As known as CHaTTR U3As, in the Thames Valley network, have researched the River Thame, a tributary of the Thames. Many different groups looked at historic buildings, footpaths and walks, the flora and fauna and the geology while others produced photographs, paintings, poetry and a banner.U3A-led research (SLP)Thame & DistrictSouth East2016
592'Lives that led us to Braintree' is a spin-off from a family history group - the members have traced their own lives and set them in the context that has brought them together in 21st century whilst relating this to the social history and changing attitudes of the times. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Braintree U3AEast of England2016
595The Roman Project group at Burton on Trent U3A has investigated a stretch of Roman road running from Gloucester to Derby which goes through Burton. The members were able to confirm through excavation that a raised area known as an agger was a Roman road.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Burton-upon-Trent U3AWest Midlands2016
596Research into the site of what was once a country house, known as the Hall, using contemporary maps and the 1851 and 1901 censuses.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Forest Town & District U3AEast Midlands2016
597The Local History group at Kingsbridge Estuary U3A has researched street names and created a Town Trail and a Passageways Trail, which are based on the mediaeval burgage system.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Kingsbridge Estuary U3ASouth West2016
599The Local Studies group of Jersey U3A have researched health facilities, the development of St Helier, island planning processes, the history of the port area, a survey of manufacturing and the census returns and BMD registrations for a small rural village.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Jersey U3ASouth West
600Members of Lichfield U3A's Local History group have researched important characters from the city's histroy. They include Dr.Johnson, Elias Ashmole, David Garrick, Erasmus Darwin and George Gilbert Scott.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Lichfield U3AWest Midlands2016
609University of the Third Age; the role of senior citizens - article by Andre Lemieux in Educational Gerontology, Vol. 21, 1995 - Issue 4External research about U3ANoneNational (UK)1995
616Women in 20th century - presented as a mix of oral and written accountsU3A-led research (not an SLP)U3A in LondonLondon2000
617Ripley U3A Genealogy Group has researched the names of 203 men on the town's war memorialU3A-led research (not an SLP)Ripley U3AEast Midlands2016
618A team of U3A members will transcribe the names of individuals from Registry of the Chartist Land Company and then develop personal history profiles for a number of them.U3A-led research (SLP)North London U3ALondon2017
619The life of Anna Sewll, author of Black Beauty, was also a committed abolitionist and a campaigner against poverty and the ill treatment of childrenU3A-led research (SLP)2017
620The Levellers in the Thames Valley 1646-48U3A-led research (SLP)2017
621The story of Elizabeth Wilks who was one of the first female doctors and who refused to pay her income tax because she could not vote. Her husband was deemed responsible and imprisoned.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
622The history of Baptists in Reading, whose church there was established in the aftermath of the Civil WarU3A-led research (SLP)Reading U3ASouth East2017
623The life of Sam Wood who went to work in the mines at the age of nine but went on to become a trade union leader and eventually an MP who introduced the unsuccessful Miners' Eight Hour Bill in 1893U3A-led research (SLP)2017
624The Battersea Redevelopment Action Group was set up in the late 1970s to challenge the local authority's planning strategies and to campaign for the building of new homes for local people.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
625The 'Battle of Lewisham' in August 1977 when 500 members of the National Front and a large force of police were confronted by 4,000 counter-demonstrators, leading to violent clashes.U3A-led research (SLP)South East LondonLondon2017
626The life of the Rev.John Morton who farmed Holly Farm on the Bucklebury estate in Berkshire and defeated an 1885 Bill to enclose Bucklebury Common, one of the largest commons in southern England.U3A-led research (SLP)Thatcham U3ASouth East2017
627Greenham Common and the Bomb - an assessment of the extent to which women protesters were responsible for the eventual US withdrawal from the base.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
629our initiative of researching and digitally capturing the story behind our Guildhall, its art, architecture and inspiration. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Swansea U3A Wales2016
643Stem Cell Research This is a brief overview of “the State of the Art” regarding stem cells and their role in medicine in the 21st century, introducing what stem cells are and where they originate. Stem cell classification covers totipotent, pluripotent and multiple potent stem cells and their origins. What adult and embryonic stem cells including cord blood cells can provide to medicine is covered and the stem cell bank and some of the diseases potentially helped by treatment with stem cells is discussed. The talk includes the challenges posed by an ageing population and the use of stem cells in diseases that are becoming more prevalent, as the life expectancy of individuals increases, e.g. Parkinson’s disease with all its associated morbidity. Where research is likely to develop next for stem cells concludes the presentation. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Lancaster & Morecambe U3A North West2017
644Additive Manufacturing or 3D Printing The talk is an introduction to the very diverse and rapidly expanding area of 3D printing, which seeks to produce products by building them up layer by layer rather than by the more traditional methods or cutting, shaving, removing material and then joining parts together. 3D printing is beginning to impact many areas. It is possible to print metals, plastics, human tissue, and food amongst many materials, so it can be used for a new ear or a fancy chocolate! The talk covers the history and basic processes of 3D printing and looks at the diverse materials which can be used and gives examples of some of the revolutionary products produced. The talk also covers the benefits, drawbacks and future of 3D printing. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bognor Regis U3ASouth East2017
645Florence Nightingale and Medical Statistics - this presentation looks at the position in the early 19th century as the background to Nightingale’s life and work, including medical knowledge and practice, statistics and their use and education. It considers her life and work against this background – family, friends, contacts, beliefs - leading to her well-known role in the Crimean War, and explores the way in which she used her fame politically. It shows that she was very much more than “the Lady with the Lamp” and evaluates the lasting effects of her life and work.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Rugby U3AWest Midlands2017
646Shops, Slums and Sanitation - Watford 1849 and beyond. The 1848 Public Health Act was the first step to improved public health and to stemming outbreaks of cholera, which were to claim in excess of 52,000 lives in the 19th century. Many towns set up Local Boards of Health which assumed responsibility for drainage, water supplies, removal of nuisances, and setting down new paving. Watford is presented as a case study, and illustrations with archive photos and drawings of some of the slum dwellings allow you to 'savour' conditions. Quite radical and surprising changes came about in terms of local governance, and in how High Streets looked and operated, as well as huge improvements in health and welfare. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Watford CentralEast of England2017
647Bats, A Unique Evolution. Bats have been around for over 50 million years. Currently there are over 1300 species, filling ecological niches on almost every continent. For centuries these ‘creatures of the night’ were rarely seen, often feared and barely understood. This talk aims to explain what's so special about the physiology and lifestyle of bats. With equipment able to render ultrasound audible to humans, awareness of their presence and how they live has grown. With the advent of DNA analysis, more and more species have been found. This talk will look at speciation as well as the three key characteristics that make them special: flight, echolocation and longevity. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Warwick & District U3AWest Midlands2017
648Horology - the art & science of timekeeping. The development of increasingly accurate time keeping devices has been one of the great achievements of mankind which has stretched the ingenuity of scientists, engineers and craftsmen. As civilizations developed, there was a need for more accurate devices, leading to the development in the last millennium of mechanical devices, then electrical and currently atomic.U3A-led research (not an SLP)North London U3ALondon2017
649The New Physics – An account of the revolution in physics in the early years of the 20th Century. In 1905 Albert Einstein published a paper that started a revolution in thinking about how fundamental particles behaved and made possible all the modern electronic technology we now have available. It was this paper on “The Photovoltaic Effect” that eventually earned him the Nobel Prize and launched the new “Quantum Mechanics”. By reading a number of popular science books that have been published recently, I feel I have a glimmering of understanding of what it is that I don’t understand. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Arun East U3ASouth East2017
655The Colour Blue - We know that, in mediaeval and classical art, the only thing that was really blue was the cloak of the Virgin Mary, because blue pigment was so very expensive. In this talk we look at the science of colour – what it is, and how it is perceived – to show that blue is something of an outlier in the spectrum. Then considering the history of the use of blue pigments and the scientific, technical, economic and even political factors driving their development, we show that the colour blue is indeed special.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Rugby U3AWest Midlands2015
656The Story of the Chariot; we consider the geography of the Steppes, the materials and technologies involved in the development of the wheel and of weapon systems and the domestication of the horse, to trace the rapid rise of the chariot to its role as the dominant military machine, across Eurasia, for more than 1000 years, then its descent into its now familiar role as sporting vehicle and status symbol.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Rugby U3AWest Midlands2016
657Bexley U3A's Life Story group has researched the development of holiday experiences from the late 1930s, based on reminiscences, and linked them to worldwide changes in leisure, transport and politics.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bexley U3ALondon2014
658Bexley U3A's Life Story group has researched school experiences back to the 1930s, based on reminiscences, including those of members who grew up in Germany and IndiaU3A-led research (not an SLP)Bexley U3ALondon2006
661U3A; making people scientifically literate - article by Ian Nash in Education Journal, 18th May 2015, Issue 233External research about U3ANationalNational (UK)2015
662Education plays a key role in the fight against isolation and loneliness among older citizens - article by Ian Nash in Education Journal, 1st March 2016, Issue 261. It includes a reply to the main article by Pam Jones, National Chair of U3AExternal research about U3ANationalNational (UK)2016
663In Praise of U3A - article by Andrew Brown in the Guardian, 11th April 2015External research about U3ANationalNational (UK)2015
664What do we do in Retirement? - article by Ian Nash in Mature Times, March 2016External research about U3ANationalNational (UK)2016
665Extract from an an article in the Times about U3A including an interview with Barbara Lewis (previous National Chair)U3A-led research (SLP)NationalNational (UK)2016
666Britain's most inspiring university - article by India Sturgis for Daily Mail Online, 10th May 2015External research about U3ANationalNational (UK)2015
667 Open Access; free (or quite cheap) events in London. This is a list of resources (in person and on-line) which are freely available but not usually listed in one place.U3A-led research (not an SLP)National Research Sub-committeeNational (UK)2012
668New technology revolution brings "learning windfall" to 500,000 third-agers - article by Ian Nash in Education Journal, 6th July 2016, Issue 239External research about U3ANationalNational (UK)2015
670Collection of fifty autobiographical stories from members of Swansea U3A to ensure that future generations have their eyes opened to when irons had no flexes and cookers ran on coal.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Swansea U3A Wales2016?
671 A study by Salford U3A's local history group of the major changes in travel since early 17th century in East LancashireU3A-led research (not an SLP)Salford U3ANorth West2016?
675Warrington U3A family history group have transcribed a 90 page hand written diary of a working class man in 1886, chronicling his daily activities and giving monthly accounts of his personal income and expenditure and of his money lending activities. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Warrington U3ANorth West2016
677East Kilbride's family history group has researched the Hunter family, local residents amongst whom were the eminent physician, William, and his son John Hunter, the surgeon.U3A-led research (not an SLP)East Kilbride U3AScotland2016?
684Face blindness is a neurological condition which is little known but surprisingly common - about 2% of the population have it at a severe level. This talk explains the impact of it on daily and social life for the million people in this country who have the condition and looks at current research by universities.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bexley U3ALondon2008
687We are all fascinated by how our memories work. Why is it we cannot remember where we put the car keys, but have no problem remembering how to drive the car? This talk looks at how memory works, how reliable it is and what we can do to improve it.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Merton U3ALondon2017
688Henry Hetherington and the Paupers' Press - Henry had trained as a printer with Luke Hansard and by 1822 was able to set up his own printing and book-selling business. Throughout the 1820s he was already involved in cooperative and radical movements. In particular, he supported the early London Cooperative bodies based on the ideas of Robert Owen, including the London Mechanics’ Institute (now Birkbeck College, University of London). From 1830 to 1835 he published newspapers priced at one penny, first the Penny Papers for the People (a daily published from 1830 – 31) then the Poor Man’s Guardian (a weekly published from July 1831 to December 1835). Hetherington made clear his intention to defy the tax, giving the paper a heading saying “Published contrary to ‘law’ to try the power of ‘might’ against ‘right’ . . . . ..U3A-led research (not an SLP)2017
689'Dig-In Doris' Saves an Acre - Since time immemorial, or since as early as 1189 at least, Bachelor’s Acre, a parcel of land in the centre Windsor, was used by the inhabitants of the town for the practice of archery and other pastimes. This usage was confirmed in 1651 when reference was made to ‘where Butts were usually set up’ (Butts are archery targets). Over the centuries, the local council (claiming ownership) sought to encroach upon the land. This was resisted by the townspeople on a number of occasions and in the 1740 the Society of Bachelors of Windsor (leading citizens) was set up to safeguard the amenities. In 1809 an Ox Roast took place to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of King George III, an obelisk commemorating the event was erected (and is still there). The Acre was used regularly for similar Revels and there was an annual October Fair. In 1847, the council attempted to dig a well in the Acre. Some two hundred people took part in the ‘Battle of Bachelors Acre’ in opposition to this and the council confirmed their rights and privileges in relation to the Acre. Despite these events and activities the council gradually took more and more control . . . .U3A-led research (not an SLP)2017
690Sheffield U3A produced a booklet looking at their first ten yearsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Sheffield U3AYorkshire and Humber2002
691Ian and Sue Nash carried out a long research and interviewing project and produced a 64-page booklet for Hertford and District U3A as part of the 25th anniversary celebrations.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Hertford and District U3AEast of England
692Hertford and District U3A celebrated their first ten years by producing a booklet for their members.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Hertford and District U3AEast of England2002
693A list of the more unusual U3A study groups in the London Region - about 70 of them - where the number for a specific group within the capital is in single figures or in some cases where there is only one group covering the subject.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Members of London U3AsLondon2017
696Maggie Jones has proposed to research the life and campaigning of Annie Bessant prior to her well-known involvement in the Matchgirls strike. Drawing upon archival material held by the Bishopgate Institute, Maggie will examine Annie's earlier writings on subjects including morality, liberty and equality, punishment, landowners and farm workers, and English republicanism.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
697Mary Butcher is investigating the link between William Marshal and Caversham Park and Court, especially towards the end of his long and successful life. Marshal, who had served the Plantagenets all his life, is credited with the survival of Magna Carta, taking this failed peace treaty under John and as his son's regent turning it into a last manifesto of good government.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
698Tony Twigger is researching the Chartist Land Cooperative Society, devised by Feargus O’Connor, a leading Chartist. The aim was to resettle industrial workers on smallholdings. Though ultimately the scheme failed, its legacy can be seen in the ideas of William Morris and the smallholding movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
699Linda Hampson has proposed to research Jayaben Desai, a leader of the Grunwick strike which took place in the borough of Brent between 1976-78. The strike was a landmark event in that the majority of strikers were low paid,black and Asian women, being led by an Asian woman.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
700Verne Hardingham is looking at the women involved in the women's suffrage campaign in and around Rugby, Warwichshire. In particular, Verne is looking at how coordinated the local movement was and what contact it had with the national leadership of organisations like the NUWSS and WSPU.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
701Pat Krivine is proposing to explore the 1984/5 strike at the Betteshanger Colliery in Kent, specifically the role of the Women's Support Group. The group, among other activities, collected food to send to the strikers' families in Kent.U3A-led research (SLP)Harrow U3A London2017
702Dr Peter Borrows is leading a team in Amersham, working with the local museum, exploring the history of the Amersham Martyrs, persecuted for wishing to read the Bible in English during the reign of Henry VIII. In all, about 200 people were implicated in the investigation and five men and one woman were burnt to death.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
703Patsy Clarke is researching the life of Gertrude Von Petzold, the Prussian born first women church minister in England (1904). Gertrude had travelled to England, 'a land of freedom', in 1897, studying medicine at Edinburgh and then for the Unitarian ministry at (Harris) Manchester College in Oxford.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
704Linda Walton is exploring the Women's Suffrage movement in South Buckinghamshire and in particular the differences between the NUWSS and the WSPU. This will be illustrated through the lives of two leading local campaigners, Dame Frances Dove and Emily Brandon.U3A-led research (SLP)2017
705John Croxford and fellow researchers in Richmond are exploring the life and work of Barbara Bodichon, a nineteenth century campaigner for women's rights, author of a Brief Summary of the Laws of England concerning Women and founder of the English Women's Journal.U3A-led research (SLP)Richmond U3ALondon2017
706Joanne Sanderson and Renate Muller are examining the life of Ada Salter (1866-1942), socialist, suffragist, union organiser and environmentalist. She worked and lived throughout her adult life with and for the poor of Bermondsey. She was the first women to be elected to Bermondsey Borough Council and the borough's first Labour woman Mayor. U3A-led research (SLP)2017
707Andrew Collins plans to research the history of riots in Birmingham from the 18th to 20th century, emphasising the variety of underlying causes for these disturbances. Andrew plans to use local archives and libraries to undertake this research, drawing in particular upon local newspaper reports. U3A-led research (SLP)2017
708Max Beran is exploring the history behind a note posted in his home village in 1795 threatening arson against local farmers and bakers. Max is comparing this incident with similar events elsewhere to identify the social, political, agricultural, and legal circumstances behind this threat, drawing upon newspapers, court and parliamentary proceedings, and vestry reports.U3A-led research (SLP)Didcot & District U3ASouth East2017
709Carole Chapman is leading a team from Portsdown U3A that is exploring the Women's Suffrage Movement in the Portsmouth area. The group is looking at some key individuals and the context in which they were working.U3A-led research (SLP)Portsdown U3ASouth East2017
710Merton and its groupsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Merton U3ALondon2014
711Arthur Maltby has put his past profession as a indexer and archiver to good use, by researching and setting up an index of all the unusual U3A interest groups from around the country. The Index of The Rare covers subjects offered by less than 20 U3As which are unusual and cross references each U3A. So not Art, but ‘Art as Therapy’. Not French but languages like Turkish or Danish. Subjects include Sex in Ancient Times, Bolsheviks, Fungi, Zulu War Studies, Walking Netball and Writing Limericks.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Heswall U3ANorth West2017
712Stapleford and District U3A has pioneered a local history research project documenting the names and personal details of every grave in the old part of the town’s Cemetery.  The Shared Learning Project involved around 18 U3A members who spent five months this year transcribing every detail of the headstones in the cemetery which dates back to 1884. This included using different research techniques to fill in the missing details which had been weathered away over time. U3A-led research (SLP)Stapleford & District U3AEast Midlands2017
717Members of Ludlow U3A visited hydro projects, solar arrays, biomass plants, anaerobic digesters and various sustainable building projects.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Ludlow U3AWest Midlands2017 ?
718Faringdon's quilting group presented the mayor with a set of nine panels representing the history and heritage of the town of Faringdon. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Faringdon & District U3ASouth East2017 ?
723Inviting submission of facts and ideas to inform about the Welshcoastline and celebrate it.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wales RegionWales2017
724Bexley Armchair Travellers group researches a country or area in advance of each meeting, sharing out the politics, language, landscape, etc between members.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bexley U3ALondon2008
728An account of Rosa May Billinghurst, a remarkable woman who would not be defined by her disability or let it hinder her support of the Suffragette’s cause. Billinghurst was born and raised in Lewisham and was paralysed from the waist down following a childhood illness. As a result, she had to use a wheelchair for the rest of her life. As a young adult her voluntary work at the Greenwich and Deptford Union Workhouse exposed her to the living conditions endured by the poor. This led to Billinghurst’s interest in politics. Inspired by Christabel Pankhurst, Billinghurst joined the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) in October 1907, becoming secretary of the Greenwich branch in July 1910. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bexley U3ALondon2017
729The 1688 Battle of Reading Julie McLaren (Wokingham U3A) plans to research the Battle of Reading, a skirmish between an advance guard of William of Orange's invading Dutch army and Irish forces stationed in Reading loyal to James II. This was one of the few violent clashes in England during the 'Glorious Revolution'.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wokingham U3ASouth East2017
736Reserach into the human rights of armed forces personnelU3A-led research (not an SLP)Bracknell Forest U3ASouth East2017
737Charles Kitching was an advocate for William Morris's Social Democratic Federation, campaigning for improved haousing for urban and agricultural workers, free compulsory education and an eight hour working dy.U3A-led research (not an SLP)GuildfordSouth East2017
740Croydon's wine tasting group is fortunate to have the National Subject Adviser as a member - they have researched Loire wines for the springU3A-led research (not an SLP)Croydon U3ALondon2018
742Ecomic and social development of ManchesterU3A-led research (SLP)Greater Manchester Network of U3AsNorth West2017
743Economic and social development of ManchesterU3A-led research (SLP)Greater Manchester Network of U3AsNorth West2017
744The Slough Project is a one-man art exhibition at Slough Library, created by a member of Slough U3A and with input from study groups including local history, current affairs and walking.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Slough U3ASouth East2017
745Hayling Island has an HLF grant to document the social history of the Island from 1914-1946U3A-led research (not an SLP)Hayling Island U3ASouth East2018
746Wyre Forest's local and social history group developed a project on the War Graves Commission. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wyre Forest U3AWest Midlands2017
747Holmes Chapel's local history group has received an award from the Local Community Fund to create photo boards for a 'museum in the street'U3A-led research (not an SLP)Holmes Chapel and DistrictNorth West2017
748Spirits of Sussex - Sussex U3A Network (SUN) are working on a special Shared Learning Project during 2018 exploring Sussex ‘s rich tapestry of legends, mixing history with myth. The term ‘spirits’ can be widely interpreted and could include spiritual beliefs, ghostly spectres and brandy smuggling.U3A-led research (SLP)Sussex U3A Network (SUN)South East2018
749Article written by a U3A member who is a retired police officer for the magazine of the Retired Police Officers Association in ScotlandExternal research about U3AFife U3AScotland2018
751As a long standing family history group who only rarely discover anything personal, we decided to research social history in a family history context. Topics have included workhouses, asylums, various regiments, the census, Irish records, evacuees, the co-op movement and memory boxes.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bexley U3ALondon2015
752“The Canterbury Christmas Riot of 1647” In 1647 the celebration of Christmas was made an offence by Parliament. Chris Skingley outlines the riot that followed the Mayor of Canterbury’s efforts to prevent celebrations and to keep shops and businesses open for trade as usual.U3A-led research (SLP)Canterbury U3ASouth East2018
753The Swing Riots: Maggie Smith is researching protests by farm labourers in the 1830s that started in the Elham Valley, but which eventually spread to the rest of the county and to Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire, and which were a response to the introduction of threshing machines and a reduction in their already low wages.U3A-led research (SLP)Canterbury U3ASouth East2018
754Mrs Pankhurst’s Bodyguard: Little is known about Mrs Pankhurst’s Bodyguard which was a fairly secretive organisation and Lesley Griffiths is researching its role, the events in which it participated, and the identity of some of its members. U3A-led research (SLP)Canterbury U3ASouth East2018
756A group in Beccles U3A researched the history of their public hall and wrote a book about it.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Beccles U3AEast of England2018
762Remembering 1968 - 2018 is very much a year of historical anniversaries, some of which we might come back to discuss as a group. One anniversary that is relevant to us all is that this year is the 50th Anniversary of the worldwide radical upheavals of 1968. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Glasgow West End U3AScotland2018
767Pershore's Family History group has produced a booklet for beginners to the subjectU3A-led research (not an SLP)Pershore and District U3AWest Midlands2018
769Epping Sanitary Steam Laundry is at the end of Bower Vale which is a cul-de-sac of mainly old housing ending at the railway line. I started with an article in a 1996 commemorative edition of the former local paper, the West Essex Gazette, which gave a brief history of the laundry which opened in 1894. By 1906 it faced financial ruin and a number of well-known local families put together a rescue bid.U3A-led research (SLP)Roding Valley U3AEast of England2018
771Wood Green Potteries, Upshire. Waltham Abbey is in the Lea Valley, which has been associated with growing fruit, vegetables and flowers for the London market over many years. Wood Green Potteries belonged to friends of my husband so I have been lucky to have had access to the history of the Potteries and Upshire Hall, the house associated with them. I have found photographs of the workers and the premises which closed in 1964.U3A-led research (SLP)Waltham Abbey U3AEast of England2018
772Winston Chruchill in Epping Forest. My interest in the topic was due to the tenuous link of our names and the surprise of learning that Winston Churchill was MP for the area. The project began as a tour of places within EFDC that Winston Churchill had been associated with but discussions with the museum led to the final display being a map indicating where he had been, using photos from their collection to annotate the map. The research included contact with many local historical groups, Conservative party and the Churchill Archives Centre in Cambridge. Winston Churchill’s young Conservative chairman in Woodford whilst he was MP, Tony Woodhead, also provided some valuable information from first-hand knowledge. U3A-led research (SLP)Waltham Abbey U3AEast of England
773A Museum Object - When we first met at the museum I had no idea of a subject to follow not having been born and raised locally so I took the suggestion of researching a museum object. I settled on a picture promoting tobacco. I found a wealth of information on international companies. I produced a Power Point Presentation.U3A-led research (SLP)Roding Valley U3AEast of England
774The Suffragette Surgeons of World War One. At the outbreak of the First World War the Suffragettes not only ceased their military campaign, they actively threw themselves behind the national war effort. One way in which they did this was through their work as nurses, doctors, and surgeons.U3A-led research (SLP)Croydon U3ALondon2018
775A Soldier’s Right to Life. In 2013 the Supreme Court ruled that soldiers’ right to life did indeed extend to cover them when they were away from British bases in warzones. However, concern over soldiers’ equipment and how, when this is inadequate, it puts soldiers’ lives at risk, is not a new problem, and has roots as far back as the Crimean War of 1853-6.U3A-led research (SLP)2018
776‘No pasarán’: The Battle of Cable Street is remembered as a legendary moment in the history of the East End. Powerfully represented in a striking mural, the memory of Cable Street has been physically marked on the capital and the events of 80 years ago will be celebrated this week in events across London. 1 Cable Street, though, also raises questions about the nature of cultural and collective memory and the role archives and documentary evidence play in maintaining or challenging that memory.U3A-led research (SLP)AIUTA (Assoc of U3As)International2016
777Cuffay, the son of a former slave, was a leading figure in the Chartist movement, the first mass popular political movement in Britain. He was transported to Australia for allegedly planning an uprising against the British government.U3A-led research (SLP)
781Will the robots take over? researching the current and future impacts of computerisation and robots. The effect on employment and whether they will become more intelligent than humans are both considered.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wyre Forest U3AWest Midlands
782Mycology is Fun! We learn to identify some of the very many different species to be found rather than looking for fungi to pick and eat. The best way to begin to learn is to see them growing in their natural habitat and in all stages of development. It seems easier to learn this way than to look in a book or listen to a lecture. U3A-led research (not an SLP)South East LondonLondon2017
785Shapurji Saklatvala 1874-1936 Saklatvala was a fervent supporter of Indian independence, a strong advocate of the rights of Indian, British and international workers, and a charismatic public speaker. He was an anti-imperialist parliamentarian protesting in the heart of the British Empire.U3A-led research (SLP)2018
786The Suffragettes in South London and the Arsonist Campaign. In 1912, Emmeline Pankhurst’s eldest daughter, Christabel, planned to escalate the WSPU’s militant action by launching an arson campaign. According to Sylvia Pankhurst, “Women, most of them very young, toiled through the night across unfamiliar country carrying heavy cases of petrol and paraffin. Sometimes they failed, sometimes succeeded in setting fire to an untenanted building- all the better if it were the residence of a notability – or a church, or other place of historic interest.”[1]U3A-led research (SLP)2018
787First World War Conscientious Objectors in South London There was no conscription in Britain at the beginning of the First World War. However, by the end of 1915, 528,272 men had been either killed, wounded, or were missing in action. In response, the government introduced The Military Service Act. It became law on 27 January 1916 and all unmarried men aged 18-41 were automatically enlisted. In May 1916 conscription was widened to include married men. Although many opposed conscription, few actively resisted. However, a significant number of conscientious objectors came from South London; a search of Cyril Pearce’s Register identifies 21 in Southwark, 46 in Bermondsey and 147 in Camberwell, Peckham and Dulwich.U3A-led research (SLP)2018
788Charlotte Despard: “A misfit, a rebel and a legend” While Charlotte Despard is well known for her work as a suffragist, her work with the poor is less recognised. Despard left her upper middle-class life and home in Esher, Surrey to move to one of the most deprived areas of London and improve the lives of the people that lived there. She helped make fundamental changes to regulations surrounding outdoor relief and improved the lives of those in workhouses. Her legacy of change was monumental.U3A-led research (SLP)2018
789Antoni Gaudi was an extraordinarily inventive architect from Spain, using Gothic and Moorish styles coupled with tiles, mosaics and the colours inspired by the Mediterranean tradition. His most famous works are the Park Guell, Casa Mila and the still unfinished Sagrada FamiliaU3A-led research (not an SLP)Harrow U3A London2018
790The New Science of the Teenage Brain. Find out the recent research that explains why teenagers think and behave so differently from us 'sensible' adults. Learn which parts of the brain are used for various functions and how the brains and attitudes of growing children develop at the stages they go through.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Harrow U3A London2018
792Painting Time: time passes; a fleeting moment, the hours of the day, the seasons of the year, the ages of a person's life, the epochs of history. This talk examines some of the ways by which it has proved possible to capture the passage of time in images which are by their very nature motionless. U3A-led research (not an SLP)U3A in LondonLondon2018
793Suffragettes or Suffragists? the campaign for women's franchise. Millicent Fawcett's National Union of Suffrage Societies (1897) advocated peaceful means of protest like leafletting and petitions, whereas the Pankhursts' Womens' Social and Political Union (1903), favoured violent tactics like hunger strikes and damage to property. Historians are divided as to which methods led to success in 1918. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Medway U3ASouth East2018
794The Life and Influences of Mary Hays 1759-1843: although she is unknown to many today, she was an important early feminist, whose ideas were well ahead of her time. She lived in an era when women had few legal and social rights and their options were restricted by social convention.U3A-led research (SLP)Wandsworth U3ALondon2018
797How To Be a Photon - We will learn how to be a wave and a particle (at the same time?) and something about the speed limits we have to obey. We will learn how to make rainbows, stripes and sparkles and how to paint the world. We will learn how to obey the simple laws of optics we learned at junior school and which seemed so obvious. But when you are VERY small, things don’t always behave as you expect them to! U3A-led research (not an SLP)Arun East U3ASouth East2018
798The happy accident – the adrenal gland and asthma treatment - this talk traces the history of asthma therapy and discuss how a happy accident paved the way for all our modern medicines for asthma. Scientists isolated a substance from the adrenal gland which they called adrenaline – asthmatics inhaled it and felt better. Adrenaline was transformed into Ventolin (Salbutamol) – the first effective treatment for asthma, but this was 70 years after the discovery of adrenaline – why did it take so long? But it was all a mistake as adrenaline is not absorbed from the stomach and intestines following ingestion so it can’t have been adrenaline in the adrenal gland extract that improved asthma symptoms in the Victorian era. What was improving asthma following eating of adrenal gland extracts?U3A-led research (not an SLP)Thanet U3ASouth East2018
799Earth’s atmosphere evolved from its beginning with 95% carbon dioxide and no oxygen to the current day composition of 21% oxygen and 0.04% carbon dioxide 4.5 billion years later, but those of Venus and Mars stayed very much the same, at least in composition. My talk attempts to provide an explanation for this observation in three parts: 1) The evolution of the Earth’s atmosphere during the past 4.5 billion years and the important interplay between the atmosphere and the evolution of life. 2) The carbon cycle and greenhouse effect that control the small variations in the present day atmosphere (nevertheless a potentially serious threat for humans). 3) The contrast between the destinies of Venus, Earth and Mars. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wadhurst U3ASouth East2018
800This presentation explains what a genome is and introduces the 100,000 Human Genome project. Chromosome abnormalities and genetic defects will be discussed and the way that modern medicine is starting to tackle these issues shown. The ethical, social and legal implications of these new technologies will be raised. Issues include 3 parent babies, designer babies, eugenics, possible eradication of disease, personalised, targeted treatments and the technique CRISP-R which uses “genetic scissors” to edit genes. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Lancaster & Morecambe U3A North West2018
801Averting comfortable lifestyle crises - How have climate change and diet shaped the evolution of human energy metabolism, and responses to Vitamin C, fructose and uric acid? Studies have revealed the flexibility of human metabolism in response to partial and total starvation and demonstrated that type 2 diabetics were better adapted than healthy subjects to conserving protein during fasting. The industrialisation of food processing in the C20 has led to increases in palatability and digestibility with a parallel loss of quality leading to overconsumption and the current obesity epidemic. New approaches are needed to the chronology of eating, the health benefits of intermittent fasting and the role of diet and exercise in the maintenance of a healthy human microbiome. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Formby U3ANorth West2018
802This presentation shows the power of the graphical representation of data to dramatise and clarify information - often that we probably think we already know - making it more real and relevant. An important source of data and graphics is "Our World in Data". Examples come from a variety of fields including Geography, Agriculture and Food, Energy, Demographics and SportU3A-led research (not an SLP)Rugby U3AWest Midlands2018
803The talk will start with a 'Damned Lie' and finish with some 'Damned Tricky Statistics'. In between the talk will cover some simple statistical concepts: Averages (mean or median), Percentages (relative or absolute) and Probability, Chance & Risk and will aim to explain them clearly with interesting statistics taken from everyday life as examples. However, statistics are frequently misused and examples will be given of their misuse in medicine, politics and the law. U3A-led research (not an SLP)2018
804Caroline Herschel, the Comet Sweeper - often overshadowed by her brother, Sir William Herschel, this remarkable lady had an astronomical career of her own. For years, her brother‘s assistant and support, she was highly respected by the scientific community of the day. This presentation will show how she coped with the restrictions and culture of her day and her ultimate achievements. U3A-led research (SLP)Rugby U3AWest Midlands2018
805History of microwave generators and invention of cavity magnetron used for radar in WW II. What is Heat? What causes substances to rise in temperature? Infra-red radiation and radiofrequency/dielectric heating. How microwave ovens work with a short video looking at a modern microwave oven. U3A-led research (not an SLP)2018
806This is a substantial collection of books on the history of science which were displayed at the Science Summer School.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Rugby U3AWest Midlands2018
809John Archer is often held up as an icon of black British history. He was the first black man to become mayor of a London borough, and only the second in the whole country. In April 2013, he was selected by the Royal Mail as one of the subjects for a series of stamps celebrating “Great Britons”.U3A-led research (SLP)Wandsworth U3ALondon2018
810Life in the Arun ValleyU3A-led research (SLP)Shoreham U3ASouth East
812U3A project researching the lives of the WW1 servicemen named on the Dodworth War Memorial. This four year research project will be completed this November. Leader of the War Memorials Project group, Robert Green, said “We looked at our local memorial and asked ourselves ‘who were these men from our village?’ Using our research experience we have managed to bring to life the story of each serviceman and sadly, in most cases, the circumstances of their death.”U3A-led research (SLP)Barnsley U3AYorkshire and Humber2014-18
813• To find out more about the Radical Rising of 1820 in Scotland – for our own interest and the interest of Local History Group members. • To contribute to raising the general awareness about the rising, and its bi-centenary in 2020. • To publicise the bi-centenary in the hope that other organisations will also act to commemorate the rising, particularly in Paisley, Glasgow, Greenock, Strathaven and Ayr. • To document and pass on our findings – for example on a website, via pdfs on our Local History Group page, via a U3A workshop to mark the bi-centenary. • To use this research project as a means of facilitating inter-group co-operation and shared learning within different groups in the Glasgow West End U3A, and facilitating co-operation and shared learning across different U3A groups in Scotland (Glasgow, Bearsden & Milngavie, Paisley, Falkirk, Ayr, Lanark, East Renfrewshire and Lenzie), perhaps as a step to creating the first U3A networks in Scotland. • To use this research project as a means of facilitating links between the U3A in Scotland and other bodies such as Universities, Local History Societies and Family History Societies. • To use this research project as a means of establishing and developing the U3A Research Ambassador role in Scotland.U3A-led research (SLP)Glasgow West End U3AScotland2018
821Article - The Effect of Learning on Wellbeing in Older Adults in England by Jenkins & MostafaExternal research about U3A2015
822Article - The Benefits of Learning in Later Life; an editorial essay by F.KollandExternal research about U3A2013
823Article - A Better Future of Us All - NIACEExternal research about U3A2015
829Reading U3A has compared lifelong learning in the UK and Germany, using the established town twinning arrangementsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Reading U3ASouth East2018
831A local history group investigated the story of Holmes Chapel during and immediately after the First World WarU3A-led research (not an SLP)Holmes Chapel and DistrictNorth West
832Research into local people killed during First World War; more than 200 residents were killed or missing. The Stitch and Chat Group knitted and crocheted poppies for sale in support of the British Legion.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Halstead U3AEast of England
861How a village grew from a few farms and hamlets to its thriving current state is described in a new book from Chorleywood U3AU3A-led research (not an SLP)Chorleywood U3AEast of England2018
862Holmes Chapel and District's local history group has looked at the impact of WW1 on agriculture, community involvement in volunteer activities such as nursing, and the arrival of Belgian refugees. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Holmes Chapel and DistrictNorth West2018
864Qualitative survey of hearing experiences of members attending Worcester U3A groupsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Worcester U3A South West2018
868Setting up a quantum physics group, an interesting proposal to which I immediately replied, “yes”. We had 15 at our first meeting which seemed to go down well. I gave out ‘homework’ on gamma rays, neutrinos and the positron. At the following monthly meeting we examined the homework and a ppt on radioactivity was shown. At the subsequent meetings we looked at Carbon dating, Thorium decay, quarks and the electron shell. Although it sounds advanced, the group, which has remained basically the same, has accessed it and have learnt together in an interactive way. I believe that presenting, what would seem to be, a very difficult subject in a simple and accessible way helps the learning experience to be more enjoyable.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Newcastle U3ANorth East2018
870Social prescribing is essentially about steps to keep healthy in your Third Age, with GPs guiding well people into paths or activities to help them stay that way. A plan that fits in well with that philosophy is maintaining a personal record of those activities that ensure a sound and balanced lifestyle that is right for you. Heswall U3A member, John Bews, has developed what he calls a MeMap (a simple chart with yourself in the centre). This is used as part of a memory workshop which we run together. The ideas are very much in line with recommendations from The Global Council on Brain Health, as the workshop always seeks to ensure that the best current medical advice is used. The presenters are essentially enablers – seeking to pass on expert guidance, with indication of the authoritative source.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Heswall U3ANorth West2019
882A sequel to the very successful project on Welsh coast and borders. This one will focus on the 600 castles in Wales and hope that U3As outside of Wales will also engage with project. U3A-led research (SLP)Wales RegionWales2019
885Think U3A when you relocate! Many third agers take into account whether there is a U3A nearby when relocating to a new area. U3A is a great way to meet people with similar interests- share interests learning and activities in a relaxed environment.U3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)
887Commemoration of the end of World War OneU3A-led research (SLP)North West RegionNorth West
891Survey of members of Carlisle U3A, with 42 questions covering 7 areas of interest.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Carlisle U3ANorth West2002
892This survey was described as a mathematical x-ray of the innards of a U3A, extracting every possible statistic from the answers and from the information already heldU3A-led research (not an SLP)Dunstable U3AEast of England2003
898Two U3A writing groups have collaborated to produce an anthology of their work. Members of neighbouring Flintshire and Ruthin and District in North East Wales took 18 months to complete the project which involved collating, editing and proof reading poetry and prose all submitted by U3A members taking a sometimes wry look at growing older and embracing retirement,U3A-led research (not an SLP)Flintshire U3AWales2019
898Two U3A writing groups have collaborated to produce an anthology of their work. Members of neighbouring Flintshire and Ruthin and District in North East Wales took 18 months to complete the project which involved collating, editing and proof reading poetry and prose all submitted by U3A members taking a sometimes wry look at growing older and embracing retirement,U3A-led research (not an SLP)Ruthin U3AWales2019
906Wonder materials - During the news review segment of our group’s monthly meeting, frequent attention was given to announcements about new materials with amazing properties. Graphene is the poster child but there are many more - we identified 20. So it was decided to bundle these up into a single endeavour modelled somewhat on the U3A “Shared Learning Project” template whereby each member was assigned a “Wonder Material” to answer a set of points about his or her material, its make-up, its properties that accounted for the announcement, and its actual or potential applications. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Didcot & District U3ASouth East2018
907The Science of Frankenstein - a look at the novel against the background of the EnlightenmentU3A-led research (not an SLP)Swindon U3ASouth West2019
908Liquid Amps - Some highlights of electrochemistry, how it works and its importance in daily life. The story ranges from silver plated cutlery to the battery that powers your devices, and is of ever-increasing impact on society, as well as having a strong historical connection with the Birmingham area.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Heritage Coast Lyme Regis U3ASouth West2019
909Scare stories; risk and perception - a look at how we assess risk, what we base that opinion on and whether the alternative in some cases may be worse.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Rugby U3AWest Midlands2019
910Why doesn't your nose grow an ear? - a talk on why cells grow into the various parts of the bodyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Thanet U3ASouth East
914U3Aness is good for you. Concern about the health effects of loneliness in older people is part of the motivation behind the government strategy on loneliness. Loneliness is a risk factor for poor health and dementia; some argue that it is worse than smoking. One proposal in the policy is the expansion of social prescribing services – “Social prescribing connects people to community groups and services” so that, for example, GPs can prescribe such things as dancing, gardening etc., according to an individual’s social, emotional or practical needs. It is predicted that social prescribing will be in every GP practise within the next two years.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bingham U3AEast Midlands2019
915Lynn Dorf discusses the interesting history of the building that Harrow U3A now uses for some of its classes. The site housed the Royal Commercial Travellers’ School in Pinner, Middlesex. This impressive building has quite a history.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Harrow U3A London
916The Memories Project, a six-week course run for Thanet U3A, was not intended to improve the short-term memory. Far from it: the intention was to delve into our own early lives. However, we soon found that one person’s reminiscence triggered something in everyone else’s mind. Anecdotes emerged that had been long-forgotten, memories were evoked of tastes and sights and smells that were no longer around. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would urge other groups to try it. Don’t let these historical memories fade and die. Let’s preserve the past by talking about it, writing it down and sharing it.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Thanet U3ASouth East2019
917At our Meeting in April 2019, we unveiled the ‘Tree of Knowledge’, a wall hanging made by the Craft Group to celebrate and commemorate U3A Todmorden’s 10th anniversary which took place last year. The piece is housed permanently in the Central Methodist Church frame made from reclaimed wood by John Andreae, the son-in-law of our founder, John McNair. The piece, which also bears witness to hundreds of hours of work by a team of Craft Group members, represents each of our Special Interest Groups extant at the time of our anniversary.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Todmorden U3AYorkshire and Humber2018
920Workshop for 16 U3As across Yorkshire designed to support group leaders, share ideas and explore methods of learning about history and archaeology. A guest speaker spoke on Learning Styles in HistoryU3A-led research (not an SLP)Yorkshire & Humberside RegionYorkshire and Humber2019
921Article about the reissue of a book by one of the founders of U3A in the UK, Eric Midwinter, Education and the CommunityExternal research about U3ANationalNational (UK)1992
922Book about adult educationExternal research about U3ANationalNational (UK)2019
923U3A Robot Challenge 2019. Robots have proved to be an endless source of fun and more importantly, for learning new skills and technology for many science groups. U3A-led research (SLP)
924U3A Robot Challenge 2019. Robots have proved to be an endless source of fun and more importantly, for learning new skills and technology for many science groups. Cannock Chase U3A organised a challenge event for creating controllable or automated projects.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Cannock Chase U3AWest Midlands2019
932 Shared Learning Project between South Solihull U3A and Dorridge U3A investigating the history of Middlefield Hospital 1866-1914. Formerly Midland Counties Asylum, Knowle. A booklet has now been published. U3A-led research (SLP)West Midlands RegionWest Midlands2019
937Get the Knowledge - is it possible for 155,000 people to keep a secret? External research about U3ANationalNational (UK)2006
939Wearside U3A worked with their Architecture group and drew up a questionnaire on housing which was filled in by 75 out of 78 U3A members. The replies gave valuable information on the histories of their house occupation and their future requirements as well as attitudes to moving and size of home, etc. Enquiries of this kind should be of great value to the national debate.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wearside U3ANorth East1999
941The interest in the art of Corn Dollies started when friends were invited to my house for a short talk on the history of this ancient craft of Pagan times. So began the monthly workshops which have now been running for two years. In that time a group of eight members, who had no knowledge whatsoever of working with straw, have learned basic skills and techniques of plaiting and weaving. We are a self-help group and meet in my house where I provide the materials, such as wheat, thread, wire, ribbons etc. with easy instructions and diagrams for both traditional projects and novelties. A short time ago we presented a display to our U3A new members meeting where each member of the group showed their completed work of Corn Dollies, such as Welsh Border Fan, Suffolk Horseshoe, Mordiford Heart, Glory Braid, St. Brigid's Cross, Cat's Foot Plait, Tied-Straw Angels and Dolls, Bells, Owls, Hedgehogs and Christmas Tree Hangings. For the millennium display we are making a full size figure of the traditional Ceres. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Eastbourne Meads U3ASouth East1999
943During the winter our environment group continued our biodiversity studies with a detailed investigation of lichens as indicators of environmental pollution. We were fortunate in one of our members, Peter Swire, being an enthusiastic and knowledgeable member of the British Lichen Society. Following a detailed look at the nature, characteristics and life cycle of lichens, species gathered in the field were first of all identified and then grouped according to their ability to tolerate sulphur dioxide pollution.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Carmarthen U3AWales2000
944The Room for Thought Group was formed to stimulate members who had not done any research for some years to satisfy their curiosity about a wide range of subjects. The subjects are chosen so that each member can take one facet of it, do research and then bring the results to the next meeting. For example, the Solar System was one subject and each member was given the task of finding out as much as they could about an individual planet. The result was a collection of facts which were so interesting that a small booklet was produced. Other subjects included "A famous scientist and his/her most important discovery", "A famous artist and the member's favourite picture" and "The Twenties" with each member looking at one facet of that decade.U3A-led research (SLP)Boston U3AEast Midlands2000
946Len Street, the former U3A Chairman, has pointed out that U3As have linked with the National Trust to research a garden layout, have recorded oral history of a town and are engaged in a project to create an oral history archive of 20th century technological developments. Other U3As could assist museums in local research, cataloguing, using members’ technological knowledge about processes and equipment, restoration work, role players or room stewards. U3As with art groups have given accounts of their visits to galleries in SOURCES, and archaeologists and historians have used the museums’ resources. This Government policy publication, The Learning Power of Museums, will add impetus to the growth of a learning society of which all U3As are a part.U3A-led research (SLP)NationalNational (UK)2000
947The Science Group was one of the first to be formed in Leighton U3A in 1992. Some of us have been scientists or engineers in former lives and some are very enthusiastic laymen. The group discusses a wide range of subjects in the fields of science and technology. Normally a meeting is devoted to a particular topic researched and presented by one of the members, though there is usually time for general discussion of topical scientific events. Sometimes a whole session is devoted to ‘science in the news’ when we all bring along cuttings from newspapers or journals which have caught our eye.Whatever the passion of a member, natural history, physics, astronomy, geology, chemistry, mathematics, the oil industry, the environment and so on, we have enjoyed their contribution. From the lifestyle of solitary bees to the deep mysteries of the Big Bang, we've been there and still keep on looking. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Leighton/Linslade U3AEast of England2001
948What the Oswestry Science group may lack in size is compensated by enthusiasm. In the past we have chosen a subject and worked through a programme. It was then suggested that, as we have varied interests we could each give a presentation on the subject of our choice. In spite of the work involved researching material, everyone was willing to contribute something. So far we have had presentations on ecology, the human genome project, global warming and climate change, and ‘in the beginning’ (the origin of life on earth).U3A-led research (not an SLP)Oswestry U3AWest Midlands2001
949During the last year or two these issues have risen to the top of the agenda of the National Executive Committee. One concerns the profile of the membership of the U3A. Apart from the self-evident truth that our members are thirdagers, we know little else about them. Visually one thing is very clear; almost all our members are white. Another issue raises the question whether there are 'no-go’ U3A territories. Are there parts of our larger towns and cities where U3As do not exist and are unlikely ever to come about? U3A-led research (not an SLP)North Sheffield U3AYorkshire and Humber2001
950Experiments in Third Age Education At the Norwich Conference 2000 the Standing Committee for Education (SCE) mounted a programme designed to focus on the U3A interest group, the resources that support it and the members who animate it. Following a tripartite presentation to the whole conference covering the Resource Centre, SOURCES and new developments in distance learning, ten colleagues led group sessions either replicating a first meeting in selected subject areas or exploring some approaches and methodologies current in U3A. In October the participants met in London to evaluate the project, many contributing considered written papers to the meeting. A similar structure was the basis of a Study Day held by U3A Scotland in Perth and this article is partly a report and partly a personal reflection on both events.U3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2001
952We are currently living through an unprecedented period, due to the coronavirus and everyone’s daily lives are being affected. The situation is impacting on people in lots of different ways and you will all have your own experiences, thoughts and reflections on what this time is like for you and how it is affecting you, both on a practical and on a psychological level. We would really like to capture all of this as part of a UK wide living history project.U3A-led research (SLP)NationalNational (UK)2020
953Evacuees Project - first hand accounts from evacuees and those who got to know them.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Runnymede U3ASouth East
954We are not sure where this project is going but the underlying thought is that if we don’t record our memories they will one day be lost forever .Our plan is to capture as many memories as we can and then set about categorising what we have collected. It seems that photographs are a good way of reviving memories so if can upload one with your comments we will and try and add it to the post . Most importantly however we value your recollections so please add a comment.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Runnymede U3ASouth East
961COVID-19 & Utilitarianism: the philosophyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Worcester U3AWest Midlands2020
962Survey of public information on attitudes to COVID-19 of >60 yrs age groupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Worcester U3AWest Midlands2020
963COVID-19: Survey of Worcester U3A members attitudes towards re-starting U3A activities (2020)U3A-led research (not an SLP)Worcester U3AWest Midlands2020
966Research into the men in the village of Gilwern who fought in WW1U3A-led research (not an SLP)Gilwern U3AWales2019
973Warwick U3A's History group held a geological treasure hunt. Ten teams, consisting of two geologists and 28 members, each chose a different rock and spent the first month at Warwick Museum, looking at where their rock was laid down. Summer days were spent in the field with maps, looking at quarries, houses, churches, the soil, trees, farming - everything dependent on the rock beneath. At the end the teams reported their findings., U3A-led research (not an SLP)Warwick & District U3AWest Midlands1998
974In Orpington's History group, each member in turn researches their favourite subject and presents it to the monthly meeting. Subjects have included mediaeval buildings, the Ottoman Empire, Alexander the Great and Joan of Arc. Researchers check and co-ordinate their findings from books and produce visual aids where possible. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Orpington U3ALondon1998
975Nottingham's History group looked at the origins of language, including the language families of the world, the spread of European languages alongside agriculture, the fate of Celtic languages and modern English as an international language. They researched word origins and loan words and members whose first language was not English contributed interesting comparisons. There were sessions on personal names. place names, writing and the alphabet.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Nottingham U3AEast Midlands1998
976Lincoln U3A's History group concentrated for several years on the mediaeval period. Each member chose a subject for their own research and shared their findings with the group. Topics included St.Hugh of Avalon, Richard III, Stephen and Matilda, Magna Carta and the Wars of the Roses. The City of Lincoln provided a good hunting ground for visits - including the Cathedral and Castle, The Bishop's Palace, the Jews House and St.Mary's Guildhall. Visits of mediaeval kings to Lincoln and meetings of Parliament in Lincoln Chapter House were topics for group research. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Lincoln U3AEast Midlands1998
977Lincoln U3A's History group concentrated for several years on the mediaeval period. Each member chose a subject for their own research and shared their findings with the group. Topics included St.Hugh of Avalon, Richard III, Stephen and Matilda, Magna Carta and the Wars of the Roses. The City of Lincoln provided a good hunting ground for visits - including the Cathedral and Castle, The Bishop's Palace, the Jews House and St.Mary's Guildhall. Visits of mediaeval kings to Lincoln and meetings of Parliament in Lincoln Chapter House were topics for group research. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Lincoln U3AEast Midlands1998
978Article by Jack Yeatman on running a U3A history group, having done that for ten years.U3A-led research (not an SLP)New Forest/Waterside U3ASouth East1998
983Article by John Lloyd on running an Architecture interest group. Expertise such as building, surveying or photography may come from members of the group. But once it is accepted that architecture embraces colour, shape, position, setting, aspect, structure, economics and history, everyone can be involved.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wearside U3ANorth East2000
986Plymouth U3A's Discovery Group explores topics with a historical interest and the current project is 'Forts and Defences of the South West'. Members spend their meetings on site visits, some of which are ruins, overgrown or on private land. They have already gained knowledge of military architecture and a better understanding of the problems of defending our southern shore. U3A-led research (SLP)Plymouth U3ASouth West1998
987Whickham U3A's history group wanted a new direction. The aim was to collect information through personal interviews, and by visits to archives and libraries to research books, journals and maps to show how much life styles have changed in the the 20th century. The final project will record how our fellow citizens were educated, lived, worked, worshipped and spent their leisure time over the last hundred years, from rural views to urban sprawl and from small shops in the front room to the massive Metro Centre.U3A-led research (SLP)Whickham & District U3ANorth East1999
988Boston's Room for Thought group was formed to stimulate members who had not done any research for some years, to satisfy their curiosity about a wide range of subjects. Each member takes one aspect of an agreed topic and brings the results of their research to the next meeting. Every member has felt the satisfaction of digging out facts by their own research and have used a wide range of resources, including newspapers, libraries, encyclopaedias and of course the internet. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Boston U3AEast Midlands2000
990Exploring Social Inclusivity in the U3A by Rebecca Patterson et al. In Ageing and Society No 36, 2016External research about U3ANationalNational (UK)2016
991A New Narrative for Ageing - are we ready for the 100 year life?External research (U3A as research subjects)London Region U3AsLondon2020
992U3A's 5th decade - Quo Vadis?External research (U3A as research subjects)London Region U3AsLondon2020
993Age Friendly London - an account of the U3A's involvement in the Mayor's initiative for London to become an age friendly city.External research (U3A as research assistants)London Region U3AsLondon2020
996The aim of the research was to establish the proportion of domestic main entrance doorways with a level threshold, the number reporting an accident on entering or leaving and whether the door or letterbox conformed to published standards U3A-led research (not an SLP)Sheffield U3AYorkshire and Humber2000
997Maidstone's Design Group looked at access to buildings and especially 'ease of opening shop doors' - the project ran over three years.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Maidstone U3ASouth East2000
998The Resource Centre conducted a survey to investigate usage of the resources by U3A groups. A postal questionnaire was sent to all chairs of U3As whose groups had never used the Centre. U3A-led research (SLP)NationalNational (UK)2001
999Article on Learning Resources for the Lifelong LearnerU3A-led research (not an SLP)Harrogate U3A.Yorkshire and Humber2001
1002This was a practical project looking at, and cooking, historical food, such as that from Richard II's kitchen, the history of nutmeg and the role of women cooks. Tasting was central to the group sessions.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Sevenoaks U3ASouth East1995
1003A study on study groups was carried out by the Editor of Sources, using Sussex U3As as a sample. The results were analysed by the nature of the groups, and a table showing the most popular areas is included.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Sussex U3As South East2001
1005Abergaveeny has an Etymology Group, formed after a talk by the later group leader on proto languages. Each meeting looks at a particular aspect and members research such subjects as first names, place names, accent/dialect or idioms.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Abergavenny U3AWales1996
1006Bath's Etymology group began by researching the 'Word of the Day' on the internet but has progressed to members giving talks to the group on their particular interests, such as musical terms, river names, foreign acquisitions or Australian slang.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bath U3ASouth West
10072003 Survey of U3A Learning - summary of results from first stageU3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2003
1008Leatherhead's Government and Politics group have researched the ways in which our government works, in both theory and practice. The group has looked at the monarchy, parliament, the executive, the EU and made comparisons with other countriesU3A-led research (SLP)AIUTA (Assoc of U3As)International1999
1009Lockdown diaries written by U3A members during the first period of lockdown March-July 2020 U3A-led research (SLP)NationalNational (UK)2020
1015Shop survey George Street, Hove BN3 3YBU3A-led research (SLP)Preston Park U3ASouth East2020
1016Changes in retail trading in my local high Street.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Hammersmith & Fulham U3ALondon2020
1017The High Street project is the first national survey carried out by U3A. It began in 2018 with the intention of recording changes in retail, but in response to the pandemic of 2020 a survey carried out in both 2020 and 2021 was added to the original format.U3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2018
1020An investigation into the changing world of the High Street from 1950's - 2020'sU3A-led research (SLP)Orpington U3ALondon2021
1023The 1694 Great Fire destroyed many of the mainly medieval vernacular buildings in the centre of Warwick: timber-framed. These properties were characterised by wattle and daub walls, jettied upper stories, gables and thatched roofs. The materials for these were largely obtained locally due to high transport costs. Timber came from nearby in the river valleys, with more substantial timbers from the oaks of the Forest of Arden nearby, though these were becoming depleted by the demand for fuel by developing industry in Birmingham. The clay, lime and laths for the walls all came from nearby, as did thatching grass. All were highly flammable materials. U3A-led research (SLP)West Midlands RegionWest Midlands2021
1026Long Eaton's Plant Study Group was unable to go on visits during lockdown so they studied their own gardens or on local walks and shared their findings by email or phone.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Long Eaton U3AEast Midlands2020
1027Cowbridge U3A Natural History Group invested in a trail comera to capture wildlife on film. During lockdown, members also shared wildlife observations from their solo walks.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Cowbridge U3AWales2020
1028This research started with the expectation of unearthing great secrets about the small Warwickshire village of Budbrooke, which, dates back to the time of the Domesday book. In 1086 Ralph de Limesi held Budebroc and the church of St Michaels which still stands today. The Victoria County History says that before that the parish was held by Earl Eadwine of Mercia. The village is to west the Warwick and century the manor passed through various hands, until the early seventeenth when it was granted to Sir Robert Dormer, whose family who still own much of the land today, in the manor known as Grove Park. The county of Warwickshire was divided into 4 hundreds, Budbrooke was in the hundred of Barlichway. U3A-led research (SLP)West Midlands RegionWest Midlands2020
1029A talk on on Darwin the Geologist, highlighting a lesser known but important aspect of Charles Darwin's work.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Heritage Coast Lyme Regis U3ASouth West2021
1030A talk on the creation of the vaccines, covering - What is coronavirus? Vaccines, what they are and how they work; Details of the Pfizer and AstraZenaca vaccines; Clinical trials; Current issues.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Thanet U3ASouth East2021
1031We hear a lot about chocolate and its flavour, but what about its physical attributes – why does it do what it does?U3A-led research (not an SLP)Haxby & Wiggington U3AYorkshire and Humber2021
1040The U3A Future Lives Group is looking at several aspects of Ageing Well - Positive Ageing; Housing; Care and Carers. The Housing group has produced a questionnaire to help people reflect on whether the place where they live at present will be suitable for their future lives. U3A-led research (not an SLP)NationalNational (UK)2020
1041Transcribing Outdoor Poor Relief Records for Warrington from 1798U3A-led research (SLP)
1044COVID-19: Survey of Worcester U3A members attitudes towards re-starting U3A activities (2021)U3A-led research (not an SLP)Worcester U3AWest Midlands2021
1045Flint; a geological explanation of how it is formed, as well as where to find it, how to recognise it and its uses.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Broomfield U3AEast of England2021
1046SETI – the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence and having fun with the Drake Equation – is anybody out there? And if they are, then where are they, and how many civilisations are likely? Are we alone; one of the most fundamental questions we can ask? This presentation covers the SETI search and the attempts to estimate the number of intelligent, technologically advanced alien civilisations in our Milky Way galaxy. We will look at the Drake Equation and its various parameters, and the range of estimates it predicts.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Exeter U3A South West2021
1047For over a hundred years, the ultimate recognition of ground-breaking scientific research has been the award of a Nobel Prize. But there’s another series of annual awards, less prestigious but no less cherished, which honour, not the greatest achievements in science, but the funniest. They’re called the Ig Nobel Prizes, and, since their launch in 1991, they’ve provided a humorous insight into the quirky side of scientific research. This light-hearted presentation takes a look back at some of the most improbable of prize-winners.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Torridge U3ASouth West2021
1048The Science of Drug Abuse in Sport. The World Anti-Doping Agency may state that “Doping is Fundamentally Contrary to the Spirit of Sport”, but reports of sportspeople caught using drugs have been common for at least 50 years. This presentation will cover the mechanisms of action and the performance effects of a number of drugs commonly abused in a range of different sports, including those used to enhance endurance, for increasing strength, and for reduction of pain and fatigue. The side-effects of these drugs, ranging from acne to death, will also be discussed.U3A-led research (not an SLP)St.Albans U3AEast of England2021
1051Ayr's tree-spotting group began as just that, a chance to get out and find real trees. We had started to venture further afield to interesting areas such as Galloway Forest Park and the Isle of Arran, when the pandemic arrived. Our members have been fortunate to avoid covid (touch wood!), but naturally we have had to adapt to the circumstances. For several months when even the smallest of outdoor gatherings was impossible, we held monthly themed zoom meetings. Members were encouraged to research a topic of the month, such as tree mythology, and give a short presentation of their findings. This certainly widened the scope of our discussions, and may well be something we repeat in future.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Ayr U3AScotland2019
1052The Dulwich Tree Identification and Sketching group records leaves and fruits at different stages in the year and look at the trees in detail; the shapes and the bark and the flowers. One thing we’ve noticed looking at trees this way is that all trees are producing flowers, fruit and seeds – not just conventional fruit trees.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Dulwich & District U3ALondon
1056A review of the size/sale of our universe, with details as to how distances to objects in our universe are measured.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Basingstoke & Old Basing U3ASouth East2021
1057The science, history and politics of the Manhattan Project: the Atomic BombU3A-led research (not an SLP)Brecon U3AWales2021
1058The Human Microbiome Pt1 - is the ecological community of microorganisms that literally share our body space. An adult human is said to host over ten times as many (very tiny) bacterial cells as human cells, representing between a few hundred grams and fourteen hundred grams. These are sometimes referred to as the forgotten organ and which are vital for our survival and wellbeing. We need a broad spectrum of Probiotic Bacteria in and on our bodies to promote good health. We also have a wide selection of important viruses in our Guts. In one gram of faeces there are 100M bacteria, 100M viruses, skin cells, yeasts, and other fungi – so it is not just the bacteria. The relationship between the makeup of a person’s microbiota and their immune systems function, nutritional health, body form, and obesity, plus disease incidence such as MS, Crones disease, IBS, and Parkinson’s disease are all now under detailed study by Scientists, globally.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Exeter U3A South West2022
1059The Human Microbiome Pt1 - is the ecological community of microorganisms that literally share our body space. An adult human is said to host over ten times as many (very tiny) bacterial cells as human cells, representing between a few hundred grams and fourteen hundred grams. These are sometimes referred to as the forgotten organ and which are vital for our survival and wellbeing. We need a broad spectrum of Probiotic Bacteria in and on our bodies to promote good health. We also have a wide selection of important viruses in our Guts. In one gram of faeces there are 100M bacteria, 100M viruses, skin cells, yeasts, and other fungi – so it is not just the bacteria. The relationship between the makeup of a person’s microbiota and their immune systems function, nutritional health, body form, and obesity, plus disease incidence such as MS, Crones disease, IBS, and Parkinson’s disease are all now under detailed study by Scientists, globally.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Exeter U3A South West2022
1060The Human Microbiome Pt1 - is the ecological community of microorganisms that literally share our body space. An adult human is said to host over ten times as many (very tiny) bacterial cells as human cells, representing between a few hundred grams and fourteen hundred grams. These are sometimes referred to as the forgotten organ and which are vital for our survival and wellbeing. We need a broad spectrum of Probiotic Bacteria in and on our bodies to promote good health. We also have a wide selection of important viruses in our Guts. In one gram of faeces there are 100M bacteria, 100M viruses, skin cells, yeasts, and other fungi – so it is not just the bacteria. The relationship between the makeup of a person’s microbiota and their immune systems function, nutritional health, body form, and obesity, plus disease incidence such as MS, Crones disease, IBS, and Parkinson’s disease are all now under detailed study by Scientists, globally.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Exeter U3A South West2022
1061The Human Microbiome Pt1 - is the ecological community of microorganisms that literally share our body space. An adult human is said to host over ten times as many (very tiny) bacterial cells as human cells, representing between a few hundred grams and fourteen hundred grams. These are sometimes referred to as the forgotten organ and which are vital for our survival and wellbeing. We need a broad spectrum of Probiotic Bacteria in and on our bodies to promote good health. We also have a wide selection of important viruses in our Guts. In one gram of faeces there are 100M bacteria, 100M viruses, skin cells, yeasts, and other fungi – so it is not just the bacteria. The relationship between the makeup of a person’s microbiota and their immune systems function, nutritional health, body form, and obesity, plus disease incidence such as MS, Crones disease, IBS, and Parkinson’s disease are all now under detailed study by Scientists, globally.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Exeter U3A South West2022
940Doncaster U3A Needlecraft Group was invited by Age Concern to design a piece of work for inclusion in an exhibition entitled "The Time of our Lives", which was initiated by the Debate of the Age. We made a cross-stitch panel of individual pictures showing the different ages throughout our lives. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Doncaster U3AYorkshire and HumberAge Concern1999
942Debate of the Age; many U3As took part in the wide-ranging discussions of the Debate of the Age and contributed points of view from retired people. The future of health provision, work patterns, housing and pensions were all part of the survey of future trends in an ageing population.External research about U3ANationalNational (UK)Age Concern2000
982U3A in London set up a Debate of the Age Study Group to discuss the Millennium Debate and concentrated on just one of the five themes, Values and Attitudes. They prepared a questionnaire and worked with a local secondary school where a Year 8 class was already working on a 'granny project'. A final report on the work was submitted to the Age Concern Millennium Debate. External research (U3A as research assistants)U3A in LondonLondonAge Concern - Millennium Debate1999
981Richmond U3A's Current Affairs group held discussions based on the Millennium Debate proposals. These were Health & Care, Paying for Age, Work & Lifestyles, Values & Attitudes and The Built Environment. The group came to a number of conclusions on the type of changes necessary if an ageing population is to function more effectively. They felt the prevailing value system was one of the major influences on attitudes, priorities and allocation of resources. External research (U3A as research assistants)Richmond (Yorks) U3AYorkshire and HumberAge Concern - Millennium Debates1999
416Age UK wants experiences of health care from over 65s with the aim of reforming the current systemExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)Age UK2011
780Neighbourhoods of the Future - aim is to design better homes for older adults – improving health, care, design and technology.The role of the U3A cohort will develop over time but is likely to include informing the project at an early enough stage to influence design, giving feedback on project proposals or design ideas, providing insight (potentially testing products and assistive technology) and contributing ideas – even potentially co-creating where cohort members' expertise permits. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonAgile Ageing Alliance2018
73Changes in Andover 1945-2000U3A-led research (SLP)Andover U3ASouth EastAndover Museum2008
499Age-related changes in remembering and forgetting emotional words: an electrophysiological analysisExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, East of England, acting on request received by the U3AEast of EnglandAnglia Ruskin University, Psychology Dept.2016
307Public art in Northern IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)N.Ireland RegionNorthern IrelandArts Council for N.Ireland2015
76Researching six mills in Ashfield areaU3A-led research (not an SLP)Ashfield U3AEast MidlandsAshfield Mill Restoration Project
521Investigation of a family burial chapel at Yester, near GiffordExternal research (U3A as research assistants)East Lothian U3AScotlandAssisting professional archaeologists
1025Request from ARCHA for volunteers who want to help improve quality of life in older age.External research (U3A as research subjects)NationalNational (UK)Aston Research Centre for Healthy Ageing2021
493Research to develop a training programme to improve the use of memory for past events in healthy older adults. We are looking for volunteers over the age of 70 to take part in this autobiographical memory training. The results of this work may help us to develop a programme that could one day be used to prevent further decline in people with more significant memory problems. Autobiographical memory also has links to emotional and social functions, therefore we think that training this particular type of memory can have multiple benefits to overall wellbeing in later life. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, West Midlands, acting on request received by the U3AWest MidlandsAston University - Aston Research Centre for Healthy Ageing2015
602Conserving and recording of coins from Roman hoardU3A-led research (SLP)Malmesbury & DistrictSouth WestAthelstan Museum, Malmesbury2016
71Part of 'Museum of My Life' project based on six Northumbrian museums U3A-led research (SLP)Alnwick U3A North EastBailiffgate Museum2008
81Object based research project, BangorU3A-led research (SLP)Bangor U3AWalesBangor Museum2008
1Ageing & memory changesExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, Wales¸ acting on request received by the U3AWalesBangor University
382 Study of the quality of life for carers of people with dementiaExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)Bangor University2011
157Changing face of Barnet High StreetU3A-led research (SLP)Barnet U3ALondonBarnet Museum
321Fauna & flora of gardens, BathU3A-led research (SLP)Norton Radstock U3ASouth WestBath & NE Somerset Council2015
322Roman Beau St Hoard, BathU3A-led research (SLP)Norton Radstock U3ASouth WestBath & NE Somerset Council
283Role of Battersea Town Hall in WW1U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wandsworth U3ALondonBattersea Arts Centre2013
284Good Neighbours - unsung heroes of BatterseaU3A-led research (not an SLP)Wandsworth U3ALondonBattersea Arts Centre2014
285Investigating memories of evacuees in WW2 - intergenerational project in Battersea schoolsU3A-led research (SLP)Wandsworth U3ALondonBattersea Arts Centre2015
320Researching gardens & winter plants at Belsay Hall, NorthumberlandU3A-led research (SLP)Northumbria U3AsNorth EastBelsay Hall, Northumberland (English Heritage))2011
984Members of Reading U3A worked with the Berkshire Industrial Archaeology Group which has restored a water wheel at a silk mill and a horse wheel at a National Trust property, among other projectsExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Reading U3ASouth EastBerkshire Industrial Archaeology Group1999
3812 year project to research & map Berks & S.Oxon pathways, drove roads and toll roadsU3A-led research (SLP)Berkshire Record Office2015
783Discover the hidden history of Woodley in a shared learning project with Wokingham and Reading U3As. Woodley has grown from a few scaered coages and farms into a suburb of Reading, but has kept its sense of community.U3A-led research (SLP)Reading U3ASouth EastBerkshire Record Office2018
783Discover the hidden history of Woodley in a shared learning project with Wokingham and Reading U3As. Woodley has grown from a few scaered coages and farms into a suburb of Reading, but has kept its sense of community.U3A-led research (SLP)Wokingham U3ASouth EastBerkshire Record Office2018
402To produce Gazetteer of Education 1770-1830, Wokingham, BerksU3A-led research (not an SLP)Wokingham U3ASouth EastBerkshire Records Office
167Examining artefacts for inclusion in new Bethlem museum, Beckenham, and research to produce captions and guides. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBethlem Royal Hospital, Beckenham, Kent2014
159Stories of American GIs based at Hall Place, Bexley in 1944 (Station Y in Operation Ultra) U3A-led research (SLP)Bexley U3ALondonBexley Heritage Trust2014
716A 16-y-o from a local school has created a smartphone app as part of an SLP with Wessington U3A's war memorials group. The app complements the group's 'Wor Poppy Walk'U3A-led research (SLP)Wessington U3ANorth EastBiddick Academy2017 ?
2How people can keep and update emotional and neutral information in working memoryExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonBirkbeck College (London University)2014
871A research project investigating the influence of physical fitness and cognitive reserve on executive and olfactory functioningExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonBirkbeck College, London2019
755Study is to investigate how people’s physical fitness is related to their mental abilities such as memory and attention.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonBirkbeck College, University of London2018
872The power of petitioning in 17th century England. In collaboration with Birkbeck university we plan to investigate the petitioners and their communities.U3A-led research (SLP)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonBirkbeck University2019
504Blandford's Local History Group researched the period up tp WW1 and presented the results to Blandford MuseumU3A-led research (not an SLP)Blandford Forum U3ASouth WestBlandford Museum
86Memories of holidays in Bognor, 1950sU3A-led research (SLP)Bognor Regis U3ASouth EastBognor Regis Local History Museum2013
3Veggi-eat project MORE INFORMATION NEEDEDExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South West, acting on request received by the U3ASouth WestBournemouth University
4Attaching electrodes to legs?? MORE INFORMATION NEEDEDExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South West, acting on request received by the U3ASouth WestBournemouth University
614Talking about Technology - web-based presentations telling the story of a particular technological process from the point of view of those living or working with it. The teams were taught interview techniques.U3A-led research (SLP)Basildon & Billericay U3AEast of EnglandBournemouth University2000
614Talking about Technology - web-based presentations telling the story of a particular technological process from the point of view of those living or working with it. The teams were taught interview techniques.U3A-led research (SLP)Wokingham U3ASouth EastBournemouth University2000
614Talking about Technology - web-based presentations telling the story of a particular technological process from the point of view of those living or working with it. The teams were taught interview techniques.U3A-led research (SLP)Stamford U3AEast MidlandsBournemouth University2000
614Talking about Technology - web-based presentations telling the story of a particular technological process from the point of view of those living or working with it. The teams were taught interview techniques.U3A-led research (SLP)Melton Mowbray U3AEast MidlandsBournemouth University2000
614Talking about Technology - web-based presentations telling the story of a particular technological process from the point of view of those living or working with it. The teams were taught interview techniques.U3A-led research (SLP)Southampton U3ASouth EastBournemouth University2000
594The Local History and Archaeology group of Wigtownshire U3A has been involved in projects led by various universities, including geo-physics investigations and the excavation of a crannog.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wigtownshire U3AScotlandBradford University
450Request from Bradt Travel Guides for members' favourite bus pass routesExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)Bradt Travel Guides2011
1053Article in The Bristol Magazine about the benefits of belonging to Bristol U3A and taking part in its activitiesExternal research about U3ABristol U3ASouth WestBristol Magazine2022
899The story of Thomas Elwood, Tyler & Brickmaker, and underdog… The fifth blog in our series from the work of University of the Third Age members participating in the Shared Learning Project with the British Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research, is by Jane Harrington. Using the Hearth Tax returns from the City of London and Middlesex as a starting point, Jane presents the story of one Thomas Elwood.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2019
900The Parish of St Margaret New Fish Street in 1666 - The fourth blog in our series from the work of University of the Third Age members participating in the Shared Learning Project with the British Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research, is by Barbara Sanders. Using the hearth tax returns from the City of London and Middlesex as a starting point, Barbara presents an incredibly detailed picture of the intramural parish of St Margaret New Fish Street in 1666. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2019
901The Druggists of Bucklersbury - The third blog in our series from the work of University of the Third Age members participating in the Shared Learning Project with the British Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research, is by Peter Cox. Using the hearth tax returns from the City of London and Middlesex as a starting point, Peter investigated the ‘druggists’ of Bucklersbury Street in the City parishes of St Stephen Walbrook and St Benet Sherehog.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2019
902St Botolph Aldersgate: Women Printers and Booksellers in 1666. The second blog in our series from the work of University of the Third Age members participating in the Shared Learning Project with the British Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research, is by Lisa Vine. Using the hearth tax returns from the City of London and Middlesex as a starting point, Lisa worked with other documents to trace the stories of women printers and booksellers in 1666.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2019
927The Hearth Tax and and the minister David Barton of St Margaret New Fish Street. This latest blog in our series from the work of University of the Third Age members participating in the Shared Learning Project with the British Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research, is by Barbara Sanders. Using the hearth tax returns from the City of London and Middlesex as a starting point, Barbara revealed the life of the minister David Barton, resident in the intramural parish of St Margaret New Fish Street in 1666.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2019
928Thomas Padnall and the ‘Sunne’ inn, St Margaret New Fish Street in 1666. This latest blog in our series from the work of University of the Third Age members participating in the Shared Learning Project with the British Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research, is by Barbara Sanders. Using the hearth tax returns from the City of London and Middlesex as a starting point, Barbara reveals the life of Thomas Padnall, resident in the intramural parish of St Margaret New Fish Street in 1666. This builds on her earlier blogs, where the parish itself was detailed and the life of David Barton was revealed.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2019
929The Hearth Tax and a series of lives at All Hallows Staining This latest blog in our series from the work of University of the Third Age members participating in the Shared Learning Project with the British Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research, is derived from a series of lives that Joan Hardinges researched at the north-eastern intramural parish of All Hallows Staining. Using the hearth tax returns from the City of London and Middlesex as a starting point, Joan revealed the wider lives of three quite different individuals making the parish home in 1666. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2019
930The Aristocracy of St Botolph’s Aldersgate in 1666 This latest blog in our series from the work of University of the Third Age members participating in the Shared Learning Project with the British Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research, is derived from the work of Aelwyn Taylor, Jane Harrington and Lisa Vine. Using the hearth tax returns from the City of London and Middlesex as a starting point, they reveal the lives of the aristocratic residents at the northern suburban parish of St Botolph’s Aldersgate.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2019
931The Parish of St Katherine Coleman in 1666 This blog in our series from the work of University of the Third Age members participating in the Shared Learning Project with the British Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research, is derived from the work of Pauline Brown and Maryke Koomans. Using the hearth tax returns from the City of London and Middlesex as a starting point, Pauline and Maryke present a view of the City parish of St Katherine Coleman in 1666. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2019
970Between January and June 2018, a shared learning project was run with the University of the Third Age in Greenwich. As with the London and Middlesex SLP, the team was charged with using the hearth tax returns as a starting point and following their interest to reveal stories of Greenwich and the people who lived there in the late seventeenth century. In this post, Michael Zell and Jackie Davies investigate the people that lived in the High Street East and King’s Barn areas of Greenwich.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2018
971Between January and June 2018, a shared learning project was run with the University of the Third Age in Greenwich. As with the London and Middlesex SLP, the team was charged with using the hearth tax returns as a starting point and following their interest to reveal stories of Greenwich and the people who lived there in the late seventeenth century. In this post, Carolyn Heathcote shows continuity in the exempt status of some people living in the Church Wall area of East Greenwich and finds references in the parish registers to people possibly connected with those living in Church Wall (who were listed in the hearth tax return).U3A-led research (not an SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2018
972Between January and June 2018, a shared learning project was run with the University of the Third Age in Greenwich. As with the London and Middlesex SLP, the team was charged with using the hearth tax returns as a starting point and following their interest to reveal stories of Greenwich and the people who lived there in the late seventeenth century. Over the next few weeks, we will share their work through the blog. In this post, Michael Zell andHazel Beale introduce the area and the Hearth Tax for Lady Day 1664. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2018
995Between January and June 2018, a shared learning project was run with the University of the Third Age in Greenwich. As with the London and Middlesex SLP, the team was charged with using the hearth tax returns as a starting point and following their interest to reveal stories of Greenwich and the people who lived there in the late seventeenth century. In this post, Margaret Gravelle takes us on a journey of the wealthy street of Crooms Hill and the people and properties therein.U3A-led research (SLP)South East LondonLondonBritish Academy Hearth Tax Project, Centre for Hearth Tax Research2018
169Preparing guide to BFI Mediatheque film archiveU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Film Institute, South Bank, London2008
170Guide to BFI Mediatheque films about East End of LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Film Institute, South Bank, London2010
168Investigation of BFI films featuring older women, involving Wembley Film Group from Brent U3A. U3A members nationwide involved via questionnaireU3A-led research (not an SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Film Institute, South Bank, London (Until end of 2006 it was known as National Film Theatre)2006
171Children's literature over last 100 yearsU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Library2008
172Children's literature over last 100 years - 2nd projectU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Library2009
173Researching detective fictionU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Library2009
174Travellers' Tales - exploring travel literature and why people travelU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Library2010
175Exploring natural history of London within 20-mile radius of St Paul'sU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Library2011
176History of science in LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Library2013
177Restoration of green LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Library2012
178Members of group each chose a museum object, researched it and gave a talk on it - at the British MuseumU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Museum2002
179Evaluating 'Enlightenment' & 'Living & Dying' galleries at BMU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Museum2004
180Working with interpretation team at BM to identify 'Gateway' artefacts and discover if the item is correctly placed and labelled for visitors by interviewing 50 people using a questionnaireU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Museum2006
181Materials and Motives, 100BC to 100AD - description of objects from India, Africa, the Americas, China, the Middle East and EuropeU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Museum2005
182Handling collection at BMU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Museum2015
183Evaluating two Museum galleries: The Enlightenment Gallery & Living & Dying GalleryU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Museum2004
185Cataloguing articles in Post Office house magazineU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Postal Museum2011
186Hidden heroes of the postal serviceU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Postal Museum2012
187Documenting photographs 1930-60 at Postal MuseumU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Postal Museum2010
188To research sporting history of individuals and groups associated with Post Office or Royal MailU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBritish Postal Museum2012
912Do you have an interest in consumer issues? BSI’s Consumer & Public Interest Network (CPIN) is asking for volunteers from U3A to represent the voice of UK consumers in the development of British Standards. CPIN members are trained to be independent consumer experts, who represent consumers on committees developing standards for many sectors. If you are interested in becoming a CPIN rep, please contact consumer@bsigroup.com with a brief CV, or with any questions you may have. External research (U3A as research assistants)British Standards Institution2019
1050Brunels' Tunnel. which connected Rotherhithe and Wapping, was constructed between 1825 and 1843. It was the first ever tunnel dug under a river and is still in use today as the route for TFLs Overground Railway. However the Brunels did not dig the tunnel themselves, they had a large workforce probably around 36 men on each shift and two shifts a day plus lots of other labourers doing a variety of other support tasks. The museum has good records of the tunnelers who perished whilst working on the tunnel but very limited records of the rest of the workforce. This is where our SLP may be able to help. Our project is likely to research the workforce, what were their names? where did they live? what about their families - did they move with them or stay at home? Indeed where were their homes? were they recruited from the tin mines of Cornwall or the coal mines of Somerset?U3A-led research (SLP)South East Greater London NetworkLondonBrunel Museum, Rotherhithe, SE London2022
1018An online research project to explore how psychological factors such as anxiety influence balance. These results will inform new NHS strategies to reduce the risk of falls.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonBrunel University2021
270Fiction & cultural mediation of ageing - research into leading British novelists' (David Lodge and Jim Crace) depiction of ageingU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonBrunel University, Centre for Contemporary Writing2010
1001Article by Heinz Wolff of Brunel University on the Millennium Homes Project, which looked at the role of technology in supporting older peole in homes of their choice.External research about U3ANationalNational (UK)Brunel University, Institute for Bioengineering2003
5Ageing and well beingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastBuckingham University
651Meopham U3A Bee Watch group began in 2017. We walk, at monthly intervals, a set route of between 1 and 2 km and record the variety and quantity of any bumblebees that we see, taking note of the caste i.e. male, female, worker, or unknown, plus the vegetation & prevailing wind, weather & cloud conditions. Initially 5 routes were surveyed with 4 being recorded on the Bumblebee Conservation Trust website 'BeeWalk' online reporting scheme. In 2017 another site was at a local garden centre which provided an easily accessible area where less mobile members of the group could take part. We are grateful to the BumbleBee Conservation Trust for providing some initial identification training, but anyone interested can take part - the BBCT will help you with identification. During 2018, walks continued & we were able to revise some of our routes as experience grew. The 2019 season ended in October and reports and plans for 2020 are currently in preparation.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Meopham U3ASouth EastBumblebee Conservation Trust2017
726Bumblebee conservation - field studyExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastBumblebee Conservation Trust2018
858Working together on a project to capture memories and create an audio archive. Buxton’s ‘Present from the Past’ project will capture sound-bites and snap-shots of the town and bring the rich history of Buxton and surrounding area to life. U3A-led research (SLP)Buxton U3AEast MidlandsBuxton Museum and Art Gallery
24To understand and map the different categories of learning experience that people use External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestCREATE Group, Ed & Social Research Inst.2012
318U3A contributed to transforming the way research is carried out within Newcastle UniversityU3A-led research (not an SLP)Northumbria U3AsNorth EastCURDS (Centre for Urban & Regional Dev't Studies)2013
215Saltash U3A's Geology group worked with local organisations on the Mapping the Sun project to locate and research a fourth stone circle near the existing three, known as The Hurlers. The circles are thought to be neolithic.U3A-led research (SLP)Saltash U3ASouth WestCamborne School of Mines2015
673The Cambridge BioResource is a panel of around 16,000 volunteers, both with and without health conditions, who are willing to be approached to participate in research studies investigating the links between genes, the environment, health and disease. Volunteers who join the Cambridge BioResource donate their DNA via a blood or saliva sample which is used together with other information, such as gender and ethnicity, to match them to specific research studies. Volunteers are free to choose which studies they would like to take part in, allowing the CBR to provide researchers with groups of participants, tailor-made to the research study.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, East of England, acting on request received by the U3AEast of EnglandCambridge University
93Conservation of the Shining Ramshorn SnailExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastCanterbury Christ Church University2015
727Focus group study on benefits of joint participation in Arts activities with carers and the cared forU3A-led research (not an SLP)Canterbury U3ASouth EastCanterbury Christ Church University/Sidney de Haan centre for the Arts and Health2018
814Decision making in horses and donkeys - an experimental studyExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastCanterbury Christ Church university2018
6Genetics of Alzheimers diseaseExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, Wales¸ acting on request received by the U3AWalesCardiff University
103Researching 1843 riotsU3A-led research (SLP)Cirencester U3ASouth WestCarlton Trust
1021People of Warwickshire - Warwick is most famously known to be the seat for one of England’s greatest castles. Warwick castle had been given back to the crown due to the death of the last Dudley in 1590, who did not produce a legitimate male heir. King James I granted the castle to Sir Fulke Greville in 1604, who was from minor gentry family in south-west Warwickshire. He had successfully been a treasurer of the Navy, Chancellor of the Exchequer and Commissioner of the Treasury. Greville unfortunately had to spend £20,000 to restore and adorn the castle, after it fell into a state of disrepair. Before his death in 1628, he was made Baron Brooke in 1621 and his cousin Robert Greville, inherited the castle and estate and served in the Civil War as an English Roundhead General, until his death in 1643.U3A-led research (SLP)West Midlands RegionWest MidlandsCentre for Hearth Tax Research2020
1022The 1670 Michaelmas hearth tax return is the most complete surviving list as it was the first to be directly collected after the experiment of using tax farmers had collapsed and was administered from the Hearth Tax office in London. It had been subject to two archival studies. During the 1930’s and the 1940’s John Styles created a card index, held in Warwick Record Office, and in 2010 Tom Arkell published the return with an introduction and critical apparatus of people.U3A-led research (SLP)West Midlands RegionWest MidlandsCentre for Hearth Tax Research2021
308Reminiscence, N.IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)N.Ireland RegionNorthern IrelandCentre for Migration Studies, Omagh
189Archives of the Brothers of Charterhouse AlmshousesU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonCharterhouse Trust, London2015
190The lives of past Brothers at Charterhouse from the 17th and 18th century. Spanning a range of professions, from florists to lieutenants, the Charterhouse has admitted a striking list of intriguing personalities.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonCharterhouse Trust, London2016
685This project will seek to look into the impact of the Great Plague, the epidemic of bubonic plague which affected London in 1665, on the residents of Charterhouse, and its close neighbour across Smithfield, St Bartholomew’s Hospital.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonCharterhouse, London2018
750The Year of the Plague, U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonCharterhouse, London2018
97Stories of people who founded Chelmsford MuseumU3A-led research (SLP)Chelmsford U3A East of EnglandChelmsford Museum2008
561Celebration of the 175th anniversary of the opening of Cirencester station and its branch line, in use from 1841 to 1965.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Cirencester U3ASouth WestCirencester Civic Society2015
1049Write That Play! is a ten-week playwriting course for new and experienced playwrights, presented in conjunction with Citadel Arts of Edinburgh. Participants will work together on all aspects of writing plays and we plan to engage a small group of professional actors to perform work produced by course members. After the course participants will have the opportunity to join a playwriting group to further develop their writing skills and experience.U3A-led research (SLP)Scotland RegionScotlandCitadel Arts, Edinburgh2021
843Dame Margery Corbett Ashby was a dedicated supporter of women’s rights. She spent much of her long life fighting for women’s right to equal suffrage and citizenship around the world.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Citizens 800, Royal Holloway2018
842The First World War produced Britain’s first major anti-war movement. Conscientious Objectors (COs) were a collection of individuals who refused to fight. Although there were organisations such as the No-Conscription Fellowship, it was up to the individual, at enormous personal sacrifice, to make the protest. This meant facing alone the combined strength of the judiciary, the military, the government, and the vast majority of public opinion. Changes to attitudes and laws as a result of their protest were not brought about by an inspired or brilliant individual who forced change. There were no leaders of the movement as such, although there were prominent individuals. It was the accumulative action of ordinary citizens that made the difference.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Citizens 800, Royal Holloway College2018
845Eric Lubbock, 4th Baron Avebury, came from a long line of bankers and philanthropists. Although he considered the hereditary peerage to be against his political and personal principles, he served in the House of Lords from 1971 until his death in 2016. He was a champion of human rights both at home and abroad and his Buddhist and humanist beliefs were reflected in the causes he supported. His passion for reform and worthy causes may have been influenced by his ancestor, Sir John Lubbock (1834 – 1913), who had introduced bank holidays and a reduction in working hours in order to provide a healthier lifestyle for the working classes.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Citizens 800, Royal Holloway College2018
846Pat Wilson was a stalwart campaigner for people’s rights to use our network of public footpaths and rights of way. She was for many years the Ramblers’ Association representative in North-West Kent. As Local Correspondent, and later Vice President, of the Open Spaces Society (the oldest conservation society in the country), she also campaigned for the preservation of public open spaces. She founded local walking groups which merged to become the Meopham and District Footpaths Group; she later became their President for life.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Meopham U3ASouth EastCitizens 800, Royal Holloway College2018
847Riot and Rebellion in Mid-Nineteenth Century Devon - The records show numerous occasions when riot and rebellion occurred in Devon. The reasons for disorder were many and included food shortages, price rises, and opposing religious views.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Citizens 800, Royal Holloway College2018
848Torquay is regarded as a sleepy and affluent place. Yet, despite its ‘sleepy’ reputation, the Riot Act was read twice in the nineteenth century. The town was one of great inequality. While large villas were built for wealthy families, there was a shortage of homes for the working people. In one slum, two thousand men, women and children lived in 6 lodging houses. In Torre and Ellacombe, in the town centre, the population rose up, protested, and rioted in pursuit of reform.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Citizens 800, Royal Holloway College2018
849Following an insurrection in Canterbury in December 1647, the accused leaders were put on trial in May 1648. However, the Grand Jury refused to indict. The events that followed culminated in the Kentish Rebellion: one of the most significant uprisings of the Second English Civil War.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Citizens 800, Royal Holloway College2019
192City Lit looked for volunteers to train as co-ordinators for informal adult learningExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonCity Literary Institute, London2010
184Groups at East Lothian have studied the damage to St.Mary's Kirk, at Haddington during the Scots-English conflict of the 1540s. U3A-led research (SLP)East Lothian U3AScotlandCollaborator mentioned but not named
60Healthy volunteers needed for a research study into the optimal design of visual field test stimulus for the detection of retinal changes in glaucoma.researchExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonCollege of Optometrists 2015
78Aughton and Ormskirk U3A trialled Mindfit, computer-based programme to keep the brain efficient. It is designed to combat the natural slowing of cognitive skills.External research (U3A as research subjects)Aughton & Ormskirk U3ANorth WestCommercial organisation producing Mindfit2008
589Members of the Bearsden & Milngavie Genealogy group researched the lives of five young men who had connections with Bearsden and died in the Battle of the Somme.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Bearsden & Milngavie U3AScotlandCommonwealth War Graves Commission Living Memory Project2016
1037VOICES THROUGH TIME: THE STORY OF CARE We need your help to turn our vast archive collection into documents that can be easily accessed and read online. Thomas Coram established The Foundling Hospital in 1739, as the UK’s first home for children whose mothers were unable to care for them. Today, the charity Coram continues to support vulnerable children and young people. Our archive contains thousands of handwritten records, going back to the 1700s, which contain the stories of children who were cared for at the Foundling Hospital. With your help transcribing these records, we can make them available online for the first time. We can find out more about the lives of children in care in the past, the institutions that cared for them, the history of Coram and the story of care in the UK.U3A-led research (SLP)NationalNational (UK)Coram Foundation2021
407Knitting groupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Costume Museum, Bath
593Research by the Radcliffe U3A Archaeology group, including five test pits, a parish hedgerow survey and the historic layout of gardens and orchards.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Radcliffe-on-Trent U3AEast MidlandsCouncil for British Archaeology East Midlands Parish Boundaries Project2016
104Coming of the railways and their impact on Crawley by U3A History GroupU3A-led research (SLP)Crawley U3ASouth EastCrawley Museum Society2014
405Archaeology project - under discussion end of 2013U3A-led research (not an SLP)Crossrail
193Social history of Croydon airport, esp.1928-39 & impact on surrounding areaU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonCroydon Airport2015
960Outdoor Poor Relief records for Warrington from late 18th Century are being transcribedU3A-led research (SLP)Warrington U3ANorth WestCulture Warrington Museum2020
7Active ageing - including balance, weakness and frailty and physical activity and inactivity in older age.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestCumbria University
8Gaze & walking - how visual problems may limit physical activityExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestCumbria University
508Annual lecture series provided for the U3A by DANA with current scientific researchersExternal research (U3A as research subjects)NationalNational (UK)DANA Foundation
215Saltash U3A's Geology group worked with local organisations on the Mapping the Sun project to locate and research a fourth stone circle near the existing three, known as The Hurlers. The circles are thought to be neolithic.U3A-led research (SLP)Saltash U3ASouth WestDartmoor National Park2015
985The 'Ologies Group of Forest of Dean U3A worked with the Dean Archaeological Group to investigate a variety of projects. So far these have included field name studies, Iron Age sites, deserted settlements and they were asked by the county's Sites & Monuments to look at early castles in the Forest of Dean. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Forest of Dean U3ASouth WestDean Archaeological Group1999
858Working together on a project to capture memories and create an audio archive. Buxton’s ‘Present from the Past’ project will capture sound-bites and snap-shots of the town and bring the rich history of Buxton and surrounding area to life. U3A-led research (SLP)Buxton U3AEast MidlandsDerbyshire Record Office
111History of 15th century cruck house, DevizesU3A-led research (SLP)Devizes U3A South WestDevizes, Wiltshire (National Trust)
867Four town trails, different themes printed tri-fold leaflets available to the public and on King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council's tourism website.U3A-led research (SLP)Downham MarketEast of EnglandDiscover Downham Heritage Centre2018
303Researching original and replica objects from WW2 in a Newcasle museum, including newspapers, medals, ration books, blackout curtains & an ARP helmetU3A-led research (SLP)North East Region North EastDiscovery Museum, Newcastle2011
880Subjective benefits of a deeply inserted extended wear hearing aid compared to other in-canal sound-delivering hearing aidsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Bramhall U3ANorth WestDivision of Human Communication, Development and Hearing, Manchester University2019
879Quantification of vascular and neuronal pathology in dementia using PET and MRIExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Bramhall U3ANorth WestDivision of Neuroscience, Manchester University2018
720Working with Downside Abbey Outreach Team, the project is concerned with researching and recording a collection of photographs taken by Monks of the Abbey, Masters and Pupils of Downside School. We are currently creating a database of the 300 or so photographic albums in the archive and we are also scanning all photos to produce digital images. All of this information will be used as material for a future book whose working title is a Pictorial History of Downside.U3A-led research (SLP)Norton Radstock U3ASouth WestDownside Abbey2017
195Gallery accessibility for older and disabled visitors at DulwichU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonDulwich Picture Gallery2006
196Researching Visitor Book 1867-8 at Dulwich. This was a pilot project of one volume to assess whether scanning all 49 volumes would be practical or worthwhile.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonDulwich Picture Gallery2007
420Researching the artist-keepers of Dulwich Picture Gallery, Ralph Cockburn and S.P.Denning, in nineteenth centuryU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonDulwich Picture Gallery
9Effects of technology in over fiftiesExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, Scotland, acting on request received by the U3AScotlandDundee University
389Planting new garden for residents, Dunwhinny LodgeU3A-led research (SLP)Tweeddale U3A ScotlandDunwhinny Lodge
117Accessing Ancient DunwichU3A-led research (SLP)East Suffolk U3AsEast of EnglandDunwich Museum, Suffolk
505​Teesdale U3A's Community Astronomy Outreach Project 2016. We have teamed up with the Durham County Record Office to start up the first photographic archive for amateur astronomers residing in the CountyU3A-led research (SLP)Teesdale U3ANorth EastDurham County Record Office2016
897A survey in preparation for launch of the East End Women's Museum. The museum will have a permanent space in Barking in less than two years and we are trying to collect people's ideas and input as to what they'd like to see represented in the museum, what sort of facilities it should have etc.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonEast End Women's Museum2019
361Learning languages in the third ageU3A-led research (not an SLP)Scotland RegionScotlandEdinburgh University, Neuroscience Research Team
271Studies of birds, insects and plants in Eltham Palace gardensU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonEltham Palace, London (English Heritage)2012
545An excavation searching for a possible Roman town at Sorviodunum. Findings included 1st century pottery, traces of a Roman road and the wall and floor of a structure, probably a house.U3A-led research (SLP)Salisbury U3ASouth WestEnglish Heritage2006
581Maps and MoreU3A-led research (SLP)Epping U3AEast of EnglandEpping Forest District Museum2017
770Maps - Hands On - one of the elements of an East of England SLPU3A-led research (SLP)Roding Valley U3AEast of EnglandEpping Forest Planning Dept2018
770Maps - Hands On - one of the elements of an East of England SLPU3A-led research (SLP)Epping Forest U3AEast of EnglandEpping Forest Planning Dept2018
770Maps - Hands On - one of the elements of an East of England SLPU3A-led research (SLP)Waltham Abbey U3AEast of EnglandEpping Forest Planning Dept2018
125Confirm site of walled garden & layout at Erdigg Hall and identify historical vegetablesU3A-led research (SLP)Flintshire U3AWalesErddig Hall, Wrexham (National Trust)2011
598Halstead U3A's 21st Century group tries to preserve the past for the future. They are working to conserve air raid shelters erected by Courtaulds for their workers.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Halstead U3AEast of EnglandEssex Industrial Archaeology Group2016
1000An oral history project at Great Baddow, Essex, which despite having pre-Domesday roots, has no written history.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Great Baddow & Galleywood U3AEast of EnglandEssex Record Office2000
384Listening Bench Oral History Project U3A-led research (SLP)Southend Area U3AsEast of EnglandEssex Record Office, Sound Archive2018
652The Listening Bench on Southend Pier is intended for people to sit and at the press of a button learn about Southend and its peopleU3A-led research (SLP)Thorpe Bay U3AEast of EnglandEssex Records Office, Sound Archive, National Lottery funded project2017
652The Listening Bench on Southend Pier is intended for people to sit and at the press of a button learn about Southend and its peopleU3A-led research (SLP)Southend Network East of EnglandEssex Records Office, Sound Archive, National Lottery funded project2017
652The Listening Bench on Southend Pier is intended for people to sit and at the press of a button learn about Southend and its peopleU3A-led research (SLP)Leigh Estuary U3AEast of EnglandEssex Records Office, Sound Archive, National Lottery funded project2017
652The Listening Bench on Southend Pier is intended for people to sit and at the press of a button learn about Southend and its peopleU3A-led research (SLP)Southend U3AEast of EnglandEssex Records Office, Sound Archive, National Lottery funded project2017
652The Listening Bench on Southend Pier is intended for people to sit and at the press of a button learn about Southend and its peopleU3A-led research (SLP)Leigh on sea U3AEast of EnglandEssex Records Office, Sound Archive, National Lottery funded project2017
652The Listening Bench on Southend Pier is intended for people to sit and at the press of a button learn about Southend and its peopleU3A-led research (SLP)Southend Area U3AsEast of EnglandEssex Records Office, Sound Archive, National Lottery funded project2017
197Mythology in the European Housewife's Shopping Basket - study of shopping baskets by teams fom six European countries, involving a total of 12 trips to different parts of Europe by the participants.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonEuropean Union Lifelong Learning Programme aka Grundtvig (funded)2010
1010U3A members joined a shared learning project looking into the way that we seek happiness and whether this differs across different age groups. This was co-ordinated by two academics in the department of classics and the college of humanities at the University of Exeter. There are three ancient prescriptions – Epicurus, Stoics, and Aristotelian.U3A-led research (SLP)Exeter U3A South WestExeter University2020
964Transcription of the Knight Family Archives Phase 1U3A-led research (SLP)Minehead U3ASouth WestExmoor National Park Authority (ENPA)2019
74English St in ArmaghU3A-led research (SLP)Armagh U3ANorthern IrelandFederation of Ulster Local Studies2012
19817th-century merchant's house in Hampstead - project will research the history of 4 connoisseurs who donated their collections of ceramics, musical instruments and pictures to the house U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonFenton House, Ealing (National Trust)2014
860A study investigatingwellbeing in retirement and how it is affected by psychological factorsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Cupar U3AScotlandFife Health and Social Care Partnership2019
124Remiscences about the WW2 and 1950s, FlintshireU3A-led research (not an SLP)Flintshire U3AWalesFlintshire CC Social Services
329Researching who is buried at Ford Park, PlymouthU3A-led research (SLP)Plymouth U3ASouth WestFord Park Cemetery
199Where did all the foundlings go? - tracing destinations of children from the Foundling Hospital, LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonFoundling Museum, London2007
200Study of apprenticeship records of Foundlings 1751-62 - LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonFoundling Museum, London2007
201Research into musical education & future army careers of Foundling boysU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonFoundling Museum, London2010
202Education of Foundlings, whether boys and girls were treated differently and if girls were educated to a level that would fit them for jobs other than domestic serviceU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonFoundling Museum, London2009
509Annual lecture series provided for the U3A by National Institute for Medical Research with current scientific researchersExternal research (U3A as research subjects)NationalNational (UK)Francis Crick Institute2009
397War graves project, Wetherby, YorksU3A-led research (SLP)Friends of Beckett St Cemetery
564Research to find out about soldiers who died in 1914/1918 war and are listed on graves in Beckett Street Cemetery.U3A-led research (SLP)Wetherby U3AYorkshire and HumberFriends of Beckett Street Cemetery.2014
203Life of a Victorian governess, Geffrye Museum, ShoreditchU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonGeffrye Museum, Shoreditch2004
204The presence of black people in London 1750-1950. Research to look at contribution of black Londoners to the professions, the arts, sport, trade and in service.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonGeffrye Museum, Shoreditch2005
594The Local History and Archaeology group of Wigtownshire U3A has been involved in projects led by various universities, including geo-physics investigations and the excavation of a crannog.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Wigtownshire U3AScotlandGlasgow University
453Study to track 50,000 Scots to understand why cancer, heart disease and mental health problems often run in families.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)Glasgow University, Scottish Family Health Study2010
98Locating, cataloguing and photographing artefacts from past digs at the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust site at Greystones Farm, Bourton-on-the-Water, that are held in various museums around the countryU3A-led research (SLP)Cheltenham U3ASouth WestGloucestershire Wildlife Trust2012
99Ornithological project, CheltenhamU3A-led research (SLP)Cheltenham U3ASouth WestGloucestershire Wildlife Trust
10PACE dept / ageingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonGoldsmiths College (London University)
531Neural correlates of face blindness across different age groups to show a developmental trajectory.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonGoldsmiths College (London University)2016
532Study looking at whether brain stimulation can improve moods in healthy older adultsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonGoldsmiths College (University of London)2016
534Creative problem solving - to get a better understanding of the interaction between language, culture and creativity in a sample of British native speakersExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonGoldsmiths College (University of London)2016
650A research project that aims to assess whether a very mild, non-invasive form of brain stimulation can improve mood.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonGoldsmiths College, London University2017
719Investigating Autism Spectrum Disorders across the lifespanExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonGoldsmiths College, London University2017
721Investigation of Autism Spectrum Disorders across the lifespanExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonGoldsmiths College, London University2017
933We are running a study examining bodily awareness in dance and movement. The study involves learning to perform two different dance/movement exercises and completing questionnaires and computerised tasks measuring bodily awareness and mood. External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonGoldsmiths College, University of London2020
980Inter-generational forum - a discussion group between a group of U3Agers sixth formers from local grammar schools. Fortnightly meetings take place without either school staff or parents and subjects discussed have included the legalising of cannabis, the politics of smoking, reform of the house of Lords, homosexuality and the future of the Church. U3A-led research (SLP)Salisbury U3ASouth WestGrammar schools in Salisbury1998
351Changing Places; one building, 1000 years - story of Green Howards Museum & Trinity Church RichmondU3A-led research (not an SLP)Richmond (Yorks) U3AYorkshire and HumberGreen Howards Regimental Museum, Richmond, Yorkshire2015
11How people use strategies to complete memory based tasksExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonGreenwich University2014
12Examining police procedures in cases in which older adults are victims of crime External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonGreenwich University2015
410Dummy project for testing of editing functions - will be deleted or recycled after useU3A-led research (not an SLP)National Research Sub-committeeNational (UK)Greenwich University, Rochester2016
410Dummy project for testing of editing functions - will be deleted or recycled after useU3A-led research (not an SLP)Malling and District U3ASouth EastGreenwich University, Rochester2016
911Can you read Pitman Shorthand? The GNM Archive, part of the Guardian Foundation charity is asking for help from U3A members who can read Pitman shorthand. The Archive collects, preserves and makes accessible records of the Guardian and Observer newspapers. It has acquired the unique collection of Clyde Sanger, the Guardian’s first Africa correspondent, reporting for the newspaper between 1960 and 1965. Clyde’s papers include around 130 notebooks mostly covering his work in Central, Southern and Eastern Africa. Many are partially written in Pitman shorthand, which the archivists (and most researchers) can't read! U3A members have so much experience and expertise that the archivists hoped to find anyone who might be willing to transcribe the shorthand text.External research (U3A as research assistants)Guardian2019
1013To transcribe the pitman shorthand notebooks of Clyde Sanger, the first African correspondent for the Guardian Newspaper in the 1960'sExternal research (U3A as research assistants)AIUTA (Assoc of U3As)InternationalGuardian Foundation2020
205Finding lost Londoners, black & Asian, 16-19CU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonGuildhall Library2008
206U3A members making music together as a creative ensemble & working on collaborative compositionU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonGuildhall School of Music & Drama
791A Shared project involving the Friends of the Copperworks and Swansea U3AExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Swansea U3A WalesHafod-Morfa Copperworks Swansea2018
207Possible future project as part of Tales of the Thames - waiting for funding decision. June 2016: now unlikely to happenU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonHammersmith Urban Studies Centre
904Hampton & Kempton Waterworks Railway: Building the Railway ArchiveU3A-led research (SLP)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonHampton & Kempton Railway Volunteers Organisation2019
674The Hanse Festival commemorates the town's historic economic links with northern European ports. Kings Lynn U3A took part in a shared learning project, researching exports and imports in 18th and 19th centuries. U3A-led research (SLP)Kings Lynn U3AEast of EnglandHanse Festival
130History and memories of Electric Palace cinema at HarwichU3A-led research (SLP)Harwich Peninsula U3AEast of EnglandHarwich Electric Palace Trust2013
154Family & village history, farming & machinery in LincolnshireU3A-led research (SLP)Lincolnshire NetworkEast MidlandsHeckington Windmill Info Centre, Lincs
605Heckington Mill Renovation Project near Sleaford: From Field to ForkU3A-led research (SLP)Sleaford U3AEast MidlandsHeckington Windmill Trust2015
274Research on Surbiton citizens as soldiers, auxiliary workers & COs in WW1, also women doing war workU3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondonHillcroft College/Oakhill Community Heritage Project2015
282Hillcroft College in WW1U3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondonHillcroft College/Oakhill Community Heritage Project
406Heritage trail?U3A-led research (not an SLP)Hoddesdon Museum?
574War memorial research into names of local boys killed in action & investigating life on home frontU3A-led research (SLP)Wandsworth U3ALondonHoly Trinity Church, Roehampton2016
208Work of the Horniman Museum's curators over 150 years - Dulwich, SE LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonHorniman Museum, Dulwich
566Researching & commemorating men lost in World War 1 listed on town memorial in HORNSEA.U3A-led research (SLP)AIUTA (Assoc of U3As)InternationalHornsea Museum. Hornsea & District British Legion2014
1035The story of Crouch End using pictures from the Hornsey Historical Society (HHS) Archive. A 6 month project involved a small number of members from the Crouch End & District U3A and the HHS, who researched and made a selection from postcards, photographs, prints and drawings in the HHS archive with which to tell a story of Crouch End’s past.U3A-led research (SLP)Crouch End U3ALondonHornsey Historical Society2019
209Creation of resource material, trails for visitors at Hunterian Museum, LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonHunterian Museum, Royal College of Surgeons
210Creating resource material at Hunterian Museum, London. To create inter-generational learning, eg Top Ten Highlights guide, quizzes for children, CD-ROM of imagesU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonHunterian Museum, Royal College of Surgeons2006
888Commemoration of the end of World War OneA joint event by Huyton and Halewood U3As took place on Thursday 8th November. It was well attended and included members from Knowsley Borough Council and the Huyton Historic Society.U3A-led research (SLP)North West RegionNorth WestHuyton and Halewood U3As in partnership2018
344The Impact on the People of Portsmouth of the Battle of Jutland by Portsdown U3A's Jutland Research group and Local History and Genealogy groups.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Portsdown U3ASouth EastImperial War Museum2015
1019A research project that is exploring opportunities to create innovative design solutions in the digital space for people transitioning from full-time work into retirement or semi-retirement. We are looking for research participants who would like to be involved in the design process by sharing personal experiences and providing feedback on prototypes.External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonImperial College London2021
538The project is a collaboration with Imperial College and is aimed at developing and testing sound processing methods for hearing aids that will make speech easier to understand in noisy backgrounds. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonImperial College, London2016
601A response to the challenges facing the NHS and society by our ageing population. One proposed solution is to increase social interactions between the elderly and various different volunteering schemes to increase social interaction through various activities. We would like to gain an insight into the different forms of more academic stimulation provided by your services and the impact that they have had on your participants. We hope to develop a structure which could be applicable on a larger scale to help solve issues such as loneliness, depression and isolation that the vulnerable elderly are likely to face.External research (U3A as research assistants)NationalNational (UK)Imperial College, London2016
722The All Adenomas Study aims to examine the long-term risk of bowel cancer and the requirement for regular bowel examinations in patients diagnosed with adenomas, which are benign (non-cancerous) polypsExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonImperial College, London2017
758Chariot Register - long term project on dementia prevention research, with subjects not showing symptoms, in association with Charing Cross Hospital,External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonImperial College, London2018
784FIT for Screening study - to find Patient and Public Representatives with the Cancer Screening and Prevention Research Group (CSPRG). The CSPRG are particularly interested in involving individuals in our research who have an interest in the area of bowel cancer screening. The length of involvement will be one year initially and reviewed annually. The Patient and Public Representatives (PPR) will be:  Involved in reviewing research materials e.g. study protocol, grant applications and plain English summaries.  Expected to attend up to two workshops.  Providing advice to CSPRG researchers to ensure that patient and public involvement (PPI) is included throughout the study. There is also an opportunity for PPRs to have a role in the Trial Steering Committee meeting and Data Safety and Monitoring Committee, if they wish. Full training and support will be provided throughout the involvement by the CSPRGExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonImperial College, London2018
212Social history of objects at Imperial War Museum, using the resources of the museum to find the relevant storiesU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonImperial War Museum2006
213tbaU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonInstitute of Engineering & Technology
214 Researching Jewish successes in Olympic Games U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonJewish Museum, Camden2010
559Acting Up; a collaboration between a theatre company and six U3As in the north west. They produced monologues, dialogues and sketches which were performed for an audience.U3A-led research (SLP)Aughton & Ormskirk U3ANorth WestKaleidoscope Theatre Development Company2016
559Acting Up; a collaboration between a theatre company and six U3As in the north west. They produced monologues, dialogues and sketches which were performed for an audience.U3A-led research (SLP)Warrington U3ANorth WestKaleidoscope Theatre Development Company2016
559Acting Up; a collaboration between a theatre company and six U3As in the north west. They produced monologues, dialogues and sketches which were performed for an audience.U3A-led research (SLP)Cockermouth U3ANorth WestKaleidoscope Theatre Development Company2016
559Acting Up; a collaboration between a theatre company and six U3As in the north west. They produced monologues, dialogues and sketches which were performed for an audience.U3A-led research (SLP)Ellesmere Port U3ANorth WestKaleidoscope Theatre Development Company2016
559Acting Up; a collaboration between a theatre company and six U3As in the north west. They produced monologues, dialogues and sketches which were performed for an audience.U3A-led research (SLP)Hale U3ANorth WestKaleidoscope Theatre Development Company2016
559Acting Up; a collaboration between a theatre company and six U3As in the north west. They produced monologues, dialogues and sketches which were performed for an audience.U3A-led research (SLP)Heatons Reddish U3ANorth WestKaleidoscope Theatre Development Company2016
216Study of Hampstead, local people & their trades at time of Keats and are any of them still operating, which families lived there, are any of their descendats still there, what houses were built in 1818?U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonKeats House, Hampstead2010
694Evaluation of reading at home scheme by interviewing parents, children and teachersExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastKent Messenger2017
13Research looking at how older people make plans and how these changeExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonKings College London2010
217Staff & students on Kings College London war memorialsU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonKings College London2011
218British Nursing Assoc's Register, stories of nursesU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonKings College London2012
219Art & artists in Adam International Review (arts magazine) at Kings College LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonKings College London2013
220British Nursing Assoc's Register, social research on nursesU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonKings College London2013
221Looking at lives of Victorian staff at Kings College London to contribute to a database, including the father of D.G.Rosetti, a cousin of Virginia Woolf and an archdeacon alleged to be Jack the Ripper. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonKings College London2015
533The role of nor-adrenaline in cognitionExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonKings College London2016
894Technology Familiarity Questionnaire - to assess people's familiarity with and attitude to technology devices. External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonKings College London2019
1033Addressing Health was a three year study by Kings College of the historical health of postal workers. Part of the project was the transcription of the original records. U3A-led research (SLP)NationalNational (UK)Kings College London2020
1054The purpose of this study is to better understand how people over 65 form beliefs about their ability to remember things and how these beliefs may positively or negatively impact their life experiences.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonKings College London2022
14Online research study to gather data for dementia prevention. 'Protect' study will examine how genes and lifestyle affect cognition in older adults over timeExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)Kings College London, Biomedical Research Unit for Dementia2015
15Various projects including elder abuse, pensions & poverty, housing & technology, end of life care, prevention of falls, biology of ageingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonKings College London, Institute of Gerontology
856We are currently running a study that uses virtual reality to validate an assessment tool that will help with the assessment of cognitive deficits such as Dementia.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonKings College London, Institute of Psychiatry2019
16Urban v country eatingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonKingston University
575Researching the history of Kingston Hill Campus with reference to centenary of Gipsy Hill College in 2017U3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondonKingston University2016
808Our study will be investigating attention and memory and how these change throughout our lives. It will use technology such as an eye tracker and the experiment will include an array of tasks.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonKingston University2018
1038Based on the Cary Ellison Theatre programme collection, held at Kingston University, this is a combination of research and personal memories of lost theatre venues across the UKU3A-led research (SLP)NationalNational (UK)Kingston University2020
414Uncovering the History of the Kingston Hill Campus and the centenary of Gypsy Hill Teacher Training CollegeU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonKingston University Archives & Special Collections2016
878A project has started at Kingston University archives to be based on the Cary Ellison Theatre Programme Collection. Cary Ellison was a talent spotter who worked for Spotlight magazine and as part of his work he went on twice yearly tours of repertory performances around the country in order to find up and coming actors, directors and plays. The programmes of these productions, heavily annotated by Ellison, are now at Kingston University. They cover theatre performances from around the UK and the London West End from the 50s to 70s when Ellison was touring the country. He saw up and coming actors and made notes on their performances. Some of these people eventually became famous. Interested U3A members are being asked to research various aspects of theatre history based on the Cary Ellison programmes and notes. This is an opportunity to include U3A members across the UK because a lot of the information is already archived and can be carried out online at home. U3A-led research (SLP)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonKingstonUniversity2019
138Interviews about memories of Kirkby in 1940s, 50s and 60s, before Kirkby became a New Town. Photography and art groups researched old images of Kirkby and new paintings were produced.U3A-led research (SLP)Kirkby U3ANorth WestKnowsley Borough Libraries2015
110Biographies of owners of Lacock AbbeyU3A-led research (SLP)Devizes U3A South WestLacock Abbey, Wiltshire (National Trust)2010
112Research on grotto & vanished 18thC water gardens at Lacock AbbeyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Devizes U3A South WestLacock Abbey, Wiltshire (National Trust)2000
113Research on grotto & vanished 18thC water gardens at Lacock AbbeyU3A-led research (SLP)Devizes U3A South WestLacock Abbey, Wiltshire (National Trust)2006
140Naval vessels named HMS Lancaster 1694-1900 by U3A Local Research GroupU3A-led research (SLP)Lancaster & Morecambe U3A North WestLancaster Maritime Museum2011
141Convict transportation, links with Lancaster by U3A Local Research GroupU3A-led research (SLP)Lancaster & Morecambe U3A North WestLancaster Maritime Museum2011
142Transcribing early Port of Lancaster documents & account books by U3A Local Research GroupU3A-led research (SLP)Lancaster & Morecambe U3A North WestLancaster Maritime Museum2011
17Ageing - weekly research circleExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestLancaster University
730Multi-modal study regarding the value of non-pharmacological intervention in Alzheimer'sExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Lancaster & Morecambe U3A North WestLancaster University2017
731Defying DementiaExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Lancaster & Morecambe U3A North WestLancaster University2014
732Eye tracking as an early indicator of Alzheimer'sExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Lancaster & Morecambe U3A North WestLancaster University 2014
26SAMS (Software Architecture for Mental Health Self-management)External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestLancaster University & Manchester University jt project
905This is research that is being conducted with Anthony Nolan, the charity that saves lives of people with blood cancer. Anthony Nolan is working with researchers at Lancaster University to understand how members of the public feel about the donation of stem cells for a variety of health conditions as well as for research. As part of this work, we'd like to invite members of the public to participate in a focus group to get their thoughts.External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonLancaster University Medical School2019
925U3A Members from across South West and South East London have taken part in five shared Shared Learning Projects with the Langdon Down Museum of Learning Disability at Teddington. This is the sixth, Normansfield and the Written Word.; correspondence and newspapersU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLangdon Down Museum2019
630Researching the staff who worked at Normansfield between 1868 and 1997 and creating a series life stories of people in different periods of time with photographs and documents. U3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondonLangdon Down Museum of Learning Disability2017
884Normansfield and the written word: Correspondence and Newspapers. This will include letters between families whose relatives were living at Normansfield and the Langdon Down Family. Reports from newspapers will be investigated.U3A-led research (SLP)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonLangdon Down Museum of Learning Disability2019
275Residents of Normansfield 1868-1997U3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondonLangdon Downs Museum of Learning Disability2013
276History of Earlswood, Surrey & other local asylumsU3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondonLangdon Downs Museum of Learning Disability2014
277History of Normansfield’s buildings & development of site from 1868. Create site maps, timeline with photographs, research in archives and talk to local residents.U3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondonLangdon Downs Museum of Learning Disability2015
875The team investigated a large collection of bills and receipts from suppliers of goods to Normansfield Hospital from the late19th to early 20th centuryU3A-led research (SLP)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonLangdon Downs Museum of Learning Disability2018-19
145Restoration of exhibits & displays & transcription of wills etc at Lawrence House, LauncestonU3A-led research (SLP)Launceston U3ASouth WestLawrence House Museum2009
146Restoration & maintenance of garden borders at Lawrence House museum, LauncestonU3A-led research (SLP)Launceston U3ASouth WestLawrence House Museum2009
222Surveying plants & insects in Great Meadow, Waterworks Nature Reserve, Leyton, E.LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLea Valley Regional Park2013
18Online survey to show how memories of the Beatles shape personal identitiesExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, West Midlands, acting on request received by the U3AWest MidlandsLeeds University, Memory Group2008
1032Transcribing the handwritten Notebooks of HW King, a Victorian Antiquary and using these notes on the old houses of Leigh on Sea, Essex to find those listed in the Restoration Hearth Tax records. To produce a leaflet and a PowerPoint presentation called Lost Leigh. U3A-led research (SLP)Leigh on sea U3AEast of EnglandLeigh Society2018
151Creating inventory of archived material, Leigh on Sea, Essex and of contents of museum and fisherman's cottage by U3A Local History GroupsU3A-led research (SLP)Thorpe Bay U3AEast of EnglandLeigh on Sea Heritage Centre2012
151Creating inventory of archived material, Leigh on Sea, Essex and of contents of museum and fisherman's cottage by U3A Local History GroupsU3A-led research (SLP)Leigh U3AEast of EnglandLeigh on Sea Heritage Centre2012
369Victorian letters of Juliana Stuart King, Leigh on Sea, Essex. From rector's wife to her son in Grimsby, describing life in a fishing village and the exploits of their family in the wider world.U3A-led research (SLP)Southend Network East of EnglandLeigh on Sea Heritage Centre2015
19Research on the consolidation of memory in sleepExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, East Midlands, acting on request received by the U3AEast MidlandsLincoln University
27To look at health care for people over 55 with multiple health conditions and discover their experiences in order to make navigating the care system easier. Online surveyExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, East Midlands, acting on request received by the U3AEast MidlandsLincoln University2015
865West Wolds has provided volunteers for Lincoln's Pharmacy Department, for a project on Caring, and have approached another college to see if they can partner some of their Technical departments.External research (U3A as research subjects)West Wolds U3AEast MidlandsLincoln University, School of Health and Social Care2019
156Transcribe and publish Grantham Hall Book 1649-62U3A-led research (SLP)Lincolnshire NetworkEast MidlandsLincolnshire County Archives2014
926This is a research study investigating the 'Housing Preferences of an Ageing Society in the UK'. UK residents ages 55+ are invited to take part in a questionnaire survey on this topic. By participating in this study, you will be helping us to understand the needs of people in your age group. This will potentially impact on future housing developments, promoting residents’ health and wellbeing.External research (U3A as research subjects)NationalNational (UK)Liverpool John Moores University, Dept of the Built Environment2019
116History of EyemouthU3A-led research (SLP)East Berwickshire U3AScotlandLocal Heritage Group, Eyemouth
87Catalogue & organise historic artefacts. at BranstonU3A-led research (SLP)Branston U3AEast MidlandsLocal Heritage Rooms
713Members of the Cultural Activities in Care Homes project work with local care homes to arrange events to enhance the quality of residents’ lives and encourage their inclusion in meaningful activities. The project offers a range of cultural and leisure opportunities to residents and includes performances by local musicians and school children; reminiscence sessions with small groups and life story work with individuals.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Forth Valley U3AScotlandLocal care homes2008
399Project 16 - Major intergenerational project with A-level students from local secondary school on theme of 'being 16' . The following year the group worked with primary pupils on Victorian history and ran a joint project on community arts.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Witney U3ASouth EastLocal schools2013
223Repack artefacts from excavation for Limehouse Link Project 1989U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Archaeological Archive & Research Centre2007
224Working on finds archive for Mansell St, one of the Eastern Roman Cemetery sites, LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Archaeological Archive & Research Centre2008
225Work on findings at Shoreditch Park, London relating to WW2 bomb damage with background history of the areaU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Archaeological Archive & Research Centre2009
226Looking at a wide range of archaeological materials and object types from various sites in LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Archaeological Archive & Research Centre2010
227Volunteers were asked to make something about people behind the archaeologyU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Archaeological Archive & Research Centre2011
228Training project on archaeology - 3 wks on collections care, 3 wks on public presentation techniques, final weeks engaging with publicU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Archaeological Archive & Research Centre2012
229Training project on archaeology - 3 wks on collections care, 3 wks on public presentation techniques, final weeks engaging with publicU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Archaeological Archive & Research Centre2013
230Training project on archaeology - 3 wks on collections care, 3 wks on public presentation techniques, final weeks engaging with publicU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Archaeological Archive & Research Centre2014
231Training project on archaeology - 5 wks on collections care & public presentation techniques, 5 weeks engaging with publicU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Archaeological Archive & Research Centre2015
232Intergenerational memory project working with children to promote understanding of WW2U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Metropolitan Archives2008
421Introduction to archives at LMA - acquisitions, cataloguing, reprographics, conservation, cleaning processes and storage.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonLondon Metropolitan Archives2005
20To gather information about how we can improve eyewitness testimony (on-line test)External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonLondon South Bank University2014
21Osteoporosis in men over 55External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, East Midlands, acting on request received by the U3AEast MidlandsLoughborough University
22Sleep researchExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, East Midlands, acting on request received by the U3AEast MidlandsLoughborough University
147Wormley West End Circular Walk. Members researched a local walk which includes many historical buildings and a variety of flora and fauna.U3A-led research (SLP)Broxbourne U3AEast of EnglandLowewood Museum, Hoddesden2008
147Wormley West End Circular Walk. Members researched a local walk which includes many historical buildings and a variety of flora and fauna.U3A-led research (SLP)Lea Valley U3AEast of EnglandLowewood Museum, Hoddesden2008
148Reminiscence boxes - memory project in residential home in Lea Valley for dementia patients. The aim was to provide objects that could be handled to stimulate memory. Various themes eg Toys, Kitchen, Ladies' items, Gentlemen's items, Handicrafts etcU3A-led research (SLP)Broxbourne U3AEast of EnglandLowewood Museum, Hoddesden2015
148Reminiscence boxes - memory project in residential home in Lea Valley for dementia patients. The aim was to provide objects that could be handled to stimulate memory. Various themes eg Toys, Kitchen, Ladies' items, Gentlemen's items, Handicrafts etcU3A-led research (SLP)Lea Valley U3AEast of EnglandLowewood Museum, Hoddesden2015
393History of Lytes Cary house & gardens, estate and families who owned itU3A-led research (SLP)Cheddar U3ASouth WestLytes Cary (National Trust)2009
393History of Lytes Cary house & gardens, estate and families who owned itU3A-led research (SLP)Somerton U3ASouth WestLytes Cary (National Trust)2009
393History of Lytes Cary house & gardens, estate and families who owned itU3A-led research (SLP)Wells U3ASouth WestLytes Cary (National Trust)2009
394Identify site of Roman villa, mediaeval village & ancient hedges at Lytes CaryU3A-led research (SLP)Cheddar U3ASouth WestLytes Cary (National Trust)2007
394Identify site of Roman villa, mediaeval village & ancient hedges at Lytes CaryU3A-led research (SLP)Somerton U3ASouth WestLytes Cary (National Trust)2007
394Identify site of Roman villa, mediaeval village & ancient hedges at Lytes CaryU3A-led research (SLP)Wells U3ASouth WestLytes Cary (National Trust)2007
869Thrapston & District U3A in North Northamptonshire partnered with Lyveden National Trust for a project aimed at providing clear, detailed reference files that the National Trust could consider when creating future information boards, leaflets or guidebooks. The team made up of three U3A members, three National Trust volunteers and two who are members of both, started last year, by researching Meriel, Lady Tresham who resided at Lyveden Manor. The team researched many aspects of her life and where possible, either attached Primary Sources to the research (if they were available), or labelled the research as being word of mouth hearsay.U3A-led research (SLP)Thrapston & District U3AEast MidlandsLyveden National Trust2018
324Archiving with Oban MuseumU3A-led research (SLP)Oban U3AScotlandMacDougall Clan Museum
24To understand and map the different categories of learning experience that people use External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester Metropolitan University2012
23Measuring the benefits of participation in U3A art and creative groupsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester Metropolitan University, Social Work Dept.2012
25To measure differences in muscle power and motion of people with and without diabetesExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester Metropolitan University, School of Healthcare Scienceon-going 2015
494Research looking at how ageing influences muscle function and thus balance and mobility. We are looking to enrol frail men over 65 years old who suffer from weak muscles and are not as active and mobile as they used to be. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University2016
634The acceptability of reducing sedentary behaviour to older adults: a qualitative studyExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University2016
635The effects of ageing on multisensory integrationExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University2017
636Individual cognitive stimulation therapy (ICST) for people with movement disordersExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University2017
637Memory problems and sensory impairmentExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University2017
28Managing your health together: voluntary organisations, community groups and local networks of supportExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, Applied Health Research & Care (CLAHRC)2013
29Understanding networks of information needs for diabetes, heart disease and kidney diseaseExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, Applied Health Research & Care (CLAHRC)2013
30Individual differences in the preference for musical consonanceExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, Audiology & Deafness Group2014
31How the brain processing of information from hearing changes with ageExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, Audiology Dept.2010
633Recognition memory for visual stimuliExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, Memory Research unit2016
32Thinking styles & brain changes related to clinical depression with & without Type 2 diabetes in older adultsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, Neuroscience & Psychiatry Unit2013
553The acceptability of reducing sedentary behaviour to older adults. Volunteers were interviewed to ask the amount of physical activity that they do and why they may chooose to do little activity. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, Psychology Dept.2016
33To study whether older volunteers can act as peer mentors to reduce number of falls in older peopleExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work2013
34Use of brain imaging to understand changes in the brain associated with normal ageingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, School of Psychological Sciences2012
35How ageing affects our ability to combine information from our senses (see, feel and hear)External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, School of Psychological Sciences2014
36How people with & without Parkinson's disease respond to objects and movements in their environmentExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestManchester University, School of Psychological Sciences2015
233History of N.Islington child welfare from 1913 - Manor Gardens Centre began as a School for Mothers and its history covers the period before the start of the NHS.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonManor Gardens Centre, Islington2005
234History of N.Islington child welfare, 1945-2000History of N.Islington child welfare from 1913 - Manor Gardens Centre began as a School for Mothers and its history covers the period before the start of the NHS.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonManor Gardens Centre, Islington2010
272Logging & photographing graves & researching family histories at Margravine CemeteryU3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondonMargravine Cemetery2014
289Digging test pits at Flambards Manor, Cambs under supervision of Dr.Carenza Lewis of Cambridge UniversityU3A-led research (SLP)Melbourn U3AEast of EnglandMeldreth Local History Group2014
37How various cognitive processes (e.g., memory) change over the lifespan.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonMiddlesex University2014
968The study aims to examine how different kinds of memory are affected by ageing, and how different types of cognitive (mental) processing affect memory. We are comparing the performance of healthy young adults (aged 18-30 years) and healthy older adults (aged 65 years and over), and also measuring changes over time. External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonMiddlesex University2020
292Oral history of old hospital, Minehead, SomersetU3A-led research (SLP)Minehead U3ASouth WestMinehead Dev't Trust & Museum Gp2013
293History of Minehead hospitalU3A-led research (SLP)Minehead U3ASouth WestMinehead Dev't Trust & Museum Gp2013
294Object research at Minehead museumU3A-led research (SLP)Minehead U3ASouth WestMinehead Dev't Trust & Museum Gp
447'Entertainment and Leisure in Minehead's Past', working with Minehead MuseumU3A-led research (SLP)Minehead U3ASouth WestMinehead Museum2015
603Maritime History of MineheadU3A-led research (SLP)Minehead U3ASouth WestMinehead Museum2016
883The development of transport in and around MineheadU3A-led research (SLP)Minehead U3ASouth WestMinehead Museum2017
60Healthy volunteers needed for a research study into the optimal design of visual field test stimulus for the detection of retinal changes in glaucoma.researchExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonMoorfields Eye Hospital2015
760An EEG study of word processingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Bramhall U3ANorth WestMultimodal Neuroimaging and Memory Lab., Manchester University2018
84Researching objects in museum, BathU3A-led research (SLP)Bath & Wells U3ASouth WestMuseum
123Identifying objects for work with children, ExeterU3A-led research (SLP)Exeter U3A South WestMuseum
783Discover the hidden history of Woodley in a shared learning project with Wokingham and Reading U3As. Woodley has grown from a few scaered coages and farms into a suburb of Reading, but has kept its sense of community.U3A-led research (SLP)Reading U3ASouth EastMuseum of Berkshire Aviation2018
783Discover the hidden history of Woodley in a shared learning project with Wokingham and Reading U3As. Woodley has grown from a few scaered coages and farms into a suburb of Reading, but has kept its sense of community.U3A-led research (SLP)Wokingham U3ASouth EastMuseum of Berkshire Aviation2018
235To study plants, artefacts, historical data & botanists and create garden trails at Museum of Garden History, LambethU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonMuseum of Garden History, Lambeth2005
236Possible future project on contemporary garden design archiveU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonMuseum of Garden History, Lambeth
237Assisting with evaluation project, Museum of LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonMuseum of London
238Basic collection care skills in order to help visitors, Museum of LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonMuseum of London
239Framing the Future, Museum of LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonMuseum of London2011
240Possible future project DID THIS ONE HAPPEN?U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonMuseum of London
612To explore the ways in which museum visitors ‘receive’ an exhibition or permanent display, which is crucial to the development of optimum museum provisions for all. The project will take place at the Museum of London.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonMuseum of London2017
631A revolution in shipbuilding technology took place in the 1800s, from wooden, sail-powered ships to metal-hulled steam-powered vessels. At the same time, the London shipbuilding industry moved from being on the south bank of the river to the north bank. Why were some companies able to transition to the new technologies when others were not? U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonMuseum of London Archaeology Dept2017
162Researching St Katherine's Dock, food in war time, pleasure travel on Thames & Sainsbury ArchiveU3A-led research (SLP)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonMuseum of London in Docklands2008
520 The Thames Discovery Programme is a community archaeology project, training and supporting volunteers to record and monitor archaeology on the Thames foreshore. A recent grant from the City Bridge Trust is for a new project to engage older Londoners, particularly people aged over 75, in the archaeology of the Thames foreshore. External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonMuseum of London, Thames Discovery Programme2016
344The Impact on the People of Portsmouth of the Battle of Jutland by Portsdown U3A's Jutland Research group and Local History and Genealogy groups.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Portsdown U3ASouth EastMuseum of Royal Navy2015
816Examining the perceived barriers to using the internet by U3A members - focus group studyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Canterbury U3ASouth EastN/A2018
936What do U3As want from learning? This was the theme of a small research project conducted on behalf of the National Institute of Adult Continuing Education (NIACE) for its Older and Bolder initiative, which aims to persuade educational providers of all kinds to recognise, cater for and encourage older learners. An important part of this campaign has been to update basic data about what kinds of learning older people take up and why, and in what numbers.External research about U3ANationalNational (UK)NIACE1998
796In Their Own Write - for volunteers in the Nottinghamshire area who might be interested in transcribing and researching letters from 19th century paupers. The letters provide an intimate and detailed account of how the recipients of 19th century welfare saw and how they judged the welfare provided. U3A-led research (SLP)Hucknall U3AEast MidlandsNational Archives2018
509Annual lecture series provided for the U3A by National Institute for Medical Research with current scientific researchersExternal research (U3A as research subjects)NationalNational (UK)National Institute for Medical Research2009
459Inquiry into the future of lifelong learningExternal research about U3ANationalNational (UK)National Institute of Adult Continuing Education2007
739Northampton U3A's Leathercraft Activity Group became volunteers on the National Leather Collection's project to help sort and catalogue 800-plus boxes of leather related objects, including fragments of the Dead Sea Scrolls and leather under garments.U3A-led research (SLP)Northampton U3AEast MidlandsNational Leather Collection2015
344The Impact on the People of Portsmouth of the Battle of Jutland by Portsdown U3A's Jutland Research group and Local History and Genealogy groups.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Portsdown U3ASouth EastNational Maritime Museum2015
415Research on paintings by William Hodges, official artist on Cook's second voyageU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonNational Maritime Museum2004
241How older people approach the learning process and make use of the facilities, GreenwichU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonNational Maritime Museum, Greenwich2003
242Lost stories of those directly affected by the Battle of Jutland, to be used as the core of the National Maritime Museum exhibition narrative. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonNational Maritime Museum, Greenwich2016
96The Earl Bishop Hervey and the north coast of Northern IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)Causeway U3ANorthern IrelandNational Trust2014
96The Earl Bishop Hervey and the north coast of Northern IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)Foyle U3ANorthern IrelandNational Trust2014
877575 Wandsworth Road: To look at the history of the house and its interior over 200 years and to document the changes in the local area.U3A-led research (SLP)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonNational Trust2019
761a study investigating language and memory in people with brain damageExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Bramhall U3ANorth WestNeuroscience and Aphasis Research unit, Manchester University2018
413Request from Newark Air Museum for information about the site before RAF Winthorpe opened in 1940External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)Newark Air Musem2012
95Pack for schools at Newark MuseumU3A-led research (SLP)Newark Museum
38Ageing/HealthExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North East, acting on request received by the U3ANorth EastNewcastle University
39Various projectsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North East, acting on request received by the U3ANorth EastNewcastle University
40Recent project on getting olderExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North East, acting on request received by the U3ANorth EastNewcastle University
72Could techniques athletes use after injury could be adapted for older people?U3A-led research (not an SLP)Alnwick U3A North EastNewcastle University2012
101Idea for emergency alarm system for mobile phonesU3A-led research (not an SLP)Chester-le-Street U3ANorth EastNewcastle University2012
317Research Ideas from the Third Age (RITA) submitted by 15 U3As in North East Region U3A-led research (not an SLP)Northumbria U3AsNorth EastNewcastle University2012
318U3A contributed to transforming the way research is carried out within Newcastle UniversityU3A-led research (not an SLP)Northumbria U3AsNorth EastNewcastle University2013
741Young and old learning together - Seaham Harbour U3A compared how it's done here and in GermanyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Seaham Harbour U3ANorth EastNewcastle University, Centre for Vitality and Learning2017
129Exploring barriers to lifelong learning - aim of improving the inclusivity of U3AU3A-led research (not an SLP)Hartlepool U3ANorth EastNewcastle University, Institute of Health and Society2014
503Mental Wellbeing and Quality of Life researchU3A-led research (SLP)Individual U3A members, North East, acting on request received by the U3ANorth EastNewcastle University, Institute of Neuroscience2014
557Intolerance of uncertainty, worry and engagement in personally meaningful activities in older adultsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)NationalNational (UK)Newcastle University, Institute of Neuroscience2016
300Ireland in Tudor Times - Bagenal's Castle and the Flight of the EarlsU3A-led research (SLP)North Down & Ards U3ANorthern IrelandNewry and Mourne Museum2013
300Ireland in Tudor Times - Bagenal's Castle and the Flight of the EarlsU3A-led research (SLP)Newry U3ANorthern IrelandNewry and Mourne Museum2013
243Researching the nursing archivesU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonNightingale Fellowship
510Merton U3A Membership Survey 2013. Questionnaire included questions on sources of information on U3A, reasons for joining and preferred methods and venues for learning .U3A-led research (not an SLP)Merton U3ALondonNone2013
511Merton U3A New Members' Survey 2014. Questionnaire used in Merton 2013 Membership Survey was given to members who had recently joined.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Merton U3ALondonNone2014
512Merton U3A Non-Renewal Survey 2015. Telephone interviews to establish why ex-members chose not to renew their membership.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Merton U3ALondonNone2015
610A qualitative study of older people's views on and experience of receiving help from neighbours. Group discussions and semi-structured interviews with 23 people (9 U3A members, 15 voluntary service users) included topics relating to the neighbourhood, interactions with neighbours and getting/giving help.U3A-led research (not an SLP)TynedaleNorth EastNone2014
133Voices of Hickling - Recording early 20th century oral history of village of Hickling, Norfolk through recollections of older residentsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Hickling Broad U3AEast of EnglandNorfolk County Records Office2015
82Food & drink in N.DevonU3A-led research (SLP)Barnstaple U3A South WestNorth Devon Biosphere Group
934North Down & Ards U3A with Bangor Historical Society in Northern Ireland, are researching the Bangor area side of the Commercial and Industrial history of Ards & North Down Borough Council area. External research (U3A as research assistants)North Down & Ards U3ANorthern IrelandNorth Down Museum2019
467Volunteers from Northallerton's Family History group have been working on the conservation of ordnance survey maps at their local Record Office.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Northallerton U3AYorkshire and HumberNorth Yorkshire Record Office2006
305Philanthropy of shoe manufacturers, interviews with descendants, Northampton, by U3A Buildings GroupU3A-led research (SLP)Northampton U3AEast MidlandsNorthampton Museum2011
470Renovated nature gardenU3A-led research (SLP)Downe U3ANorthern IrelandNorthern Ireland Environment Agency2015
96The Earl Bishop Hervey and the north coast of Northern IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)Causeway U3ANorthern IrelandNorthern Region College2014
96The Earl Bishop Hervey and the north coast of Northern IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)Foyle U3ANorthern IrelandNorthern Region College2014
764Study of older people's experience of technology in the past, and currently of that used for payments and banking.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North East, acting on request received by the U3ANorth EastNorthumbria University2018
764Study of older people's experience of technology in the past, and currently of that used for payments and banking.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonNorthumbria University2018
371Ecological monitoring & photography at Southwell Hall, NottsU3A-led research (SLP)Southwell U3AEast MidlandsNotts Trent U, Sch of Env'l Science2012
372U3A members learning IT in local schools, NottsU3A-led research (SLP)Southwell U3AEast MidlandsNotts Trent University
323Oral history of 4 schools in NuneatonU3A-led research (SLP)Bedworth U3AWest MidlandsNuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council2011
323Oral history of 4 schools in NuneatonU3A-led research (SLP)Bulkington U3AWest MidlandsNuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council2011
323Oral history of 4 schools in NuneatonU3A-led research (SLP)Nuneaton U3AWest MidlandsNuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council2011
244Surbiton in WW1 & Hillcroft CollegeU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonOakhill Community Heritage Project2013
245History of healthcare in Surbiton, for websiteU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonOakhill Community Heritage Project
486SE London's Photography Group is working with the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich. The project will involve taking pictures over a period of 18 months whilst the ceiling in the Painted Hall is being restored.U3A-led research (SLP)South East LondonLondonOld Royal Naval College, Greenwich2016
487Background research on the role of WRENs at Greenwich for their Centenary in 2017.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonOld Royal Naval College, Greenwich2016
41Technology and older peopleExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastOpen University
43OPTIMA project on ageing brainsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastOxford University
44How people have their blood pressure measured during routine GP appointments which will involve 2 short online surveys. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastOxford University - Nuffield Dept of Primary Care Health Services2015
495Cognitive training and transcranial stimulation in over-60s. Participants will perform several cognitive tasks on computers over eight visits to the Experimental Psychology Department. EEG recordings of brain activity will also be performed.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastOxford University, Dept of Experimental Psychology2014
42Research study on memory in the elderly, using brains scans and simple tasksExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastOxford University, Division of Clinical Neurology2016
465Request for photographs or transcripts of personal WW1 memorabilia as part of online archiveExternal research (U3A as research subjects)NationalNational (UK)Oxford University, English Faculty2008
496A pilot study looking at how both teachers’ experiences of ageing,and their relationships with their pupils, have changed from 1970 to the presentExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastOxford University, St.Anne's College
247To research some of the forgotten stories of Conscientious Objectors (COs) in WW1U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonPeace Pledge Uniom2016
246Lives of conscientious objectors in London, WW1U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonPeace Pledge Union2014
144Researching history of Pencarrow wireless station, CornwallU3A-led research (not an SLP)Lands End U3ASouth WestPencarrow Wireless Station, Cornwall
325House to Mouse; a history of shopping in Perth from Middle Ages to presentU3A-led research (SLP)Perth U3A ScotlandPerth Museum2008
327Researching people of Peterborough - famous, infamous and interesting people from the town's historyU3A-led research (SLP)Peterborough U3A East of EnglandPeterborough Museum2008
248Pioneering women in archaeology: lives of Amelia Edwards & Margaret MurrayU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonPetrie Museum2009
249Socks & More; weaving and knitting at the Petrie Museum and making ancient Egyptian socks from scratchU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonPetrie Museum2010
392WW1 Parcels for POWs, Warrington, researched by U3A Family History Group. We transcribed onto two databases the entries in six ledgers, found in Warrington Museum Archives, detailing the sending of bread, tobacco, and food parcels to soldiers from the South Lancashire Regiment held in Germany as Prisoners of War towards the end of World War 1. The parcels were sent out by the local Regimental Care Committee under the auspices of the Red Cross, and paid for by public subscriptions and sponsorship. We carried out much research into the contents of the parcels, conditions in the camps, the fund-raising events organised in the town, the identity of the sponsors (whose details formed the substance of the second database). The research was then given as a presentation to the Family History Group and compiled into a printed booklet, copies of which were given to the Museum, the Regimental Museum, and Warrington U3A, and were bought by some members of the group.U3A-led research (SLP)Warrington U3ANorth WestPhilip Jeffs, Archives and Heritage Officer, Culture Warrington Museum2014
965When the Pioneer Sailing Trust completed the renovation of the 1864 deep sea oyster smack, the 'Pioneer', they asked Brightlingsea U3A to research the kind of clothing that would have been worn by the fishermen in the harsh winter conditions of the North SeaU3A-led research (SLP)Brighlingsea U3AEast of EnglandPioneer Sailing Trust2019
330Mention in Sources of possible project - more information neededU3A-led research (SLP)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth Aquarium2005
332Mention of possible project on local buildings, PlymouthU3A-led research (SLP)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth Art Gallery
333Mention of possible project on Barbican (Plymouth) history, using recovered documentsU3A-led research (SLP)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth Art Gallery
334Museum items for world ethnic events, PlymouthU3A-led research (SLP)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth Art Gallery??
331Researching paintings from the Maritime Exhibition, PlymouthU3A-led research (SLP)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth City Museum and Art Gallery2005
45Nautical studies, PlymouthExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South West, acting on request received by the U3ASouth WestPlymouth University
191Cognition in Aging and Parkinsons Disease. Participants with either a diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease or individuals without any known neurological impairment, took part in a study looking at measures of cognitive function and a measures of motor cognition.External research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2016
194Developing Computerised Measures of Cognition in Aging. Individuals without any known neurological impairment took part in a large scale study validating the use the computerised assessments of cognition. This study will in part help inform the develop of tasks to aid early detection of cognitive decline. Participants were asked to compete a range of computerised tasks and paper and pen tasksExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2016
251Assistance with Dental Students' Community Engagement Module which involves understanding different sectors of the communities within which they will work External research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2016
268Research into the use of web based support for GP Exercise Referrals. The aim of the e-coachER study is to find out whether having access to a web-based support package in addition to the exercise referral encourages people to attend their exercise scheme, and helps to increase physical activity even more than just attending the scheme.External research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2016
335School Transport. This research project (which forms part of a wider study on school transport and choices in education) hopes to make a contribution to the development of understanding about how decisions made about schooling impact on one’s life course and how the physical journey from home to school affects families choices of schooling for their children, the school experience and future education and work decisions. To start this project, we would like to speak with people who consider themselves life-long learners and listen to their experiences of education. External research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2013
336Sensory re-weighting for balance control and the effects of ankle foot orthoses and stance width: A comparison of people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy and healthy participantsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2014
337Clinical Psychology Research Study: developing more reliable and accurate ways of assessing thinking and behaviour in ageing using questionnaires, computerized tasks and pen-and-paper tasks. Participants included healthy over 60s as well as those with Parkinsons and DementiaExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2015
338Physiotherapy research project: To what extent are different sensations in the foot and ankle impaired as part of the ageing process?External research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2015
339Department of Health Study into the diversity of providers in health care and their effectivenessExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2015
340Antibiotics Resistance Research - inqury into the historical impact of the introduction of antibiotics and what health care had been like before it.External research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2015
341Research to compare eye movement control in healthy people with people who have Multiple Sclerosis.External research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2016
527Partnership between Plymouth University and Plymouth U3A which will encourage U3A members to work with the university on a variety of projects. External research (U3A as research assistants)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2010
576Physiotherapy Research Project: a study of active older adults to investigate why people choose to be physically activeExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2016
577A Study to better understand how ageing affects the eyeExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2016
578A study in Parkinson's disease to investigate some of the cognitive and social symptomsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Plymouth U3ASouth WestPlymouth University2016
344The Impact on the People of Portsmouth of the Battle of Jutland by Portsdown U3A's Jutland Research group and Local History and Genealogy groups.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Portsdown U3ASouth EastPortsmouth University2015
88Brecon men killed in WW1, from war memorial, by U3A Family History GroupU3A-led research (SLP)Brecon U3AWalesPowys County Council2014
852PREDICT-PD is an innovative project that aims to identify people at high risk of Parkinson’s before the symptoms appear. We are using a set of simple online tests that screen for factors linked to increased risk of Parkinson’s. We want to know whether a person’s combined score in these tests can tell us about their risk of developing Parkinson’s.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonPreventive Neurology Unit, Wolfson Institute2019
310Vere Foster - Philanthropist, Education in IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)North Down & Ards U3ANorthern IrelandPublic Records Office NI2014
310Vere Foster - Philanthropist, Education in IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)Downe U3ANorthern IrelandPublic Records Office NI2014
310Vere Foster - Philanthropist, Education in IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)East Antrim U3ANorthern IrelandPublic Records Office NI2014
250Cataloguing collection of 130 nurses' badges at Queens Nursing Institute & writing a history of each nurse's careerU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonQueens Nursing Institute2012
158History of Rangers House, Blackheath, its architecture and room layout and its occupants from 1700 as well as history of the Rangers of Greenwich ParkU3A-led research (SLP)Bexley U3ALondonRangers House Blackheath2006
783Discover the hidden history of Woodley in a shared learning project with Wokingham and Reading U3As. Woodley has grown from a few scaered coages and farms into a suburb of Reading, but has kept its sense of community.U3A-led research (SLP)Reading U3ASouth EastReading Central Library2018
783Discover the hidden history of Woodley in a shared learning project with Wokingham and Reading U3As. Woodley has grown from a few scaered coages and farms into a suburb of Reading, but has kept its sense of community.U3A-led research (SLP)Wokingham U3ASouth EastReading Central Library2018
252Creating a walk based on philanthropy in City of LondonU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonRed Kite Learnng
640Redditch U3A's photography group collaborated with Redditch History Society to chronicle the visual history of the town's evolution from agriculture to industry.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Redditch U3AWest MidlandsRedditch History Society2017
1011The project is to transcribe, research and encode the first of Kew Gardens' Register Books ( 1793-1809) in collaboration with the University of Roehampton and Kew GardensExternal research (U3A as research assistants)London Region U3AsLondonRoehampton & Kew Gardens2021
46Memory and emotion in ageingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonRoehampton University2013
47Project on active older peopleExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonRoehampton University
638The effects of motion on memory - we are interested in investigating the association between space and time. More specifically, we want to see how observing motion can induce mental time travel, and in turn whether this affects performance in a memory task.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonRoehampton University2017
150Oakwood Clock oral project, LeedsU3A-led research (SLP)Leeds U3AYorkshire and HumberRoundhay High Historical Society. Roundhay School2011
979Design/Age was a project run by the Royal College of Art. U3A Design/Age was a subset of the main project, looking at ways that the world of the future could be made age-friendly. This included diffentiating between different age groups within the term 'elderly' where a 50 year old, a seventy year old and a ninety year old will have very different capabilities.External research (U3A as research assistants)NationalNational (UK)Royal College of Art1999
994Bromley's Design Group established links with seneral organisations and worked on projects including household items, transport, clothing, communications and packaging.External research (U3A as research assistants)Bromley U3ALondonRoyal College of Art2020
1019A research project that is exploring opportunities to create innovative design solutions in the digital space for people transitioning from full-time work into retirement or semi-retirement. We are looking for research participants who would like to be involved in the design process by sharing personal experiences and providing feedback on prototypes.External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal College of Art2021
714A one day workshop to learn about and discuss the increaingly complex world of digital music. All volunteers were videoed individually. There was a follow up video session and U3A volunteers were on view in a video loop at the RCA Design annual research exhibition.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal College of Art, Design Dept2017
546The Design for Age Project - looked at such design issues as Arriva buses, lines painted in hospital corridors and many other items. Members acted as informants on specified items, such as tetra milk cartons, with the hope of evaluating and improving design for older peopleU3A-led research (not an SLP)U3A in LondonLondonRoyal College of Art, Helen Hamlyn Research Centre2001
654MindEd - e-learning to support healthy minds; this project is about providing resources specifically written with older people in mind who may be experiencing distressing mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, confusion and addictions. Previously we have provided free, online, education about child and teen mental health for any adult; professional, volunteer or parent, who works with or cares for children or teens.We have recently been commissioned by NHS England and Health Education England to extend the scope of our learning and advice to cover aspects of the mental health of older people.External research (U3A as research assistants)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonRoyal College of Psychiatrists2017
309Study to scan hearts of healthy men over 80, to look for abnormal protein deposits occurring in a condition called ATTR amyloidosis.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonRoyal Free Hospital, sponsored by University College London2016
75Walk on Dartmoor created by U3A members for Discovering Britain series of guidebooksU3A-led research (not an SLP)Ashburton U3ASouth WestRoyal Geographical Society2014
356Walk on Bodmin Moor created by U3A members for Discovering Britain series of guidebooksU3A-led research (not an SLP)Saltash U3ASouth WestRoyal Geographical Society2014
362Walk in Yorkshire Dales created by U3A members for Discovering Britain series of guidebooksU3A-led research (not an SLP)Settle District U3AYorkshire and HumberRoyal Geographical Society2014
404Walk along Dee estuary created by U3A members for Discovering Britain series of guidebooksU3A-led research (not an SLP)Wrexham U3AWalesRoyal Geographical Society2014
844For the 3 million people living in slums in post-war Britain, the refrain that “they had never had it so good” was an insult. Families were living in single rooms with no bathroom, sharing toilets and cooking facilities with multiple other residents. The housing was often substandard, with no foundations and crawling with vermin. Paying extortionate rents, they were exploited by rogue landlords and lived with the daily fear of eviction. One man, the Reverend Bruce Kenrick, was moved by their plight, inspired a group of like-minded people to take action against the appalling housing conditions in post-war Notting Hill. He established the Notting Hill Housing Trust (NHHT) and co-founded the homeless charity, Shelter.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Royal Holloway College2018
850In 1647 the celebration of Christmas was declared by Parliament to be a punishable offence. In Canterbury, attempts to enforce this led to discord, rebellion, and violence that erupted in a series of riots. On Wednesday 22nd December 1647 the Canterbury Town Crier declared that Christmas Day would be a normal market day. The mayor ordered the shops to open as usual. However, on Christmas Day one church in the High Street held a service in defiance of Parliament’s decree. The mayor moved in and broke up the service. It was alleged that he beat some of those present, including women and children.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Royal Holloway College2018
837How extensive were Suffragette militant acts and what forms did they take? Join us as we delve into the online newspaper archives to discover how far some Suffragettes were willing to take the motto 'deeds not words'. External research (U3A as research assistants)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastRoyal Holloway College, Egham, Surrey2019
837How extensive were Suffragette militant acts and what forms did they take? Join us as we delve into the online newspaper archives to discover how far some Suffragettes were willing to take the motto 'deeds not words'. External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Holloway College, Egham, Surrey2019
839What was the response to the first mass Chartist petition presented to Parliament in 1839? Join us as we delve into contemporary newspaper archives and biographies of key figures to find out more. External research (U3A as research assistants)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastRoyal Holloway College, Egham, Surrey2019
839What was the response to the first mass Chartist petition presented to Parliament in 1839? Join us as we delve into contemporary newspaper archives and biographies of key figures to find out more. External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Holloway College, Egham, Surrey2019
840The Great Unrest - The period 1910-1914 saw a wave of industrial action across Britain. In this Research Retreat we will look at one month in particular to map, using contemporary newspaper accounts, the scale of the challenge facing the government. External research (U3A as research assistants)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastRoyal Holloway College, Egham, Surrey2019
840The Great Unrest - The period 1910-1914 saw a wave of industrial action across Britain. In this Research Retreat we will look at one month in particular to map, using contemporary newspaper accounts, the scale of the challenge facing the government. External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Holloway College, Egham, Surrey2019
841Peers vs the People - What was the press coverage like of the constitutional crisis that followed the House of Lords' attempts to frustrate Lloyd George's 1909 budget, dubbed 'the People's Budget'? Join us as we explore the newspaper archives.External research (U3A as research assistants)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastRoyal Holloway College, Egham, Surrey2019
841Peers vs the People - What was the press coverage like of the constitutional crisis that followed the House of Lords' attempts to frustrate Lloyd George's 1909 budget, dubbed 'the People's Budget'? Join us as we explore the newspaper archives.External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Holloway College, Egham, Surrey2019
838What was the reaction to the Peterloo Massacre in August 1819? Join us as we examine copies of testimonies held at The National Archives and review contemporary newspaper accounts of this seminal event in our democratic heritage. External research (U3A as research assistants)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastRoyal Holloway College, Egham, Surry2019
686Starting in January 2018, members of the U3As of South West London who sign up for this project will identify events and people in London, particularly but not exclusively in South West London, which have contributed to the history of liberty, protest, rebellion and reform. You will be given some ideas for your research and you will find more in local libraries, archives and on the web: the aim is to identify and explore topics which are not well known nationally but were of importance locally.U3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondonRoyal Holloway University2018
895On 7th November 2018 a small group of U3A volunteers joined us at Royal Holloway to delve into the British Newspaper Archive to plot reports in March 1913 of 'Suffragette Outrages'. The resulting Google My Map now features in our online course with the UK Parliament, Beyond the Ballot, and will later be added to our resources for schools.External research (U3A as research assistants)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastRoyal Holloway, Egham2018
547Citizens; 800 years in the making. Exploring the history of liberty, protest, power and rebellion from Magna Carta to the suffragettes and beyond. The aim is to highlight local heroes and heroines and local struggles for our rights and liberty.U3A-led research (SLP)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonRoyal Holloway, University of London2017
547Citizens; 800 years in the making. Exploring the history of liberty, protest, power and rebellion from Magna Carta to the suffragettes and beyond. The aim is to highlight local heroes and heroines and local struggles for our rights and liberty.U3A-led research (SLP)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastRoyal Holloway, University of London2017
715Local heroes and eventsU3A-led research (SLP)South West London U3A NetworkLondonRoyal Holloway, University of London2018
569A study old documents, based at the museum of the Royal Institution of S.Wales.This work is under the guidance of museum staff, and often involves newly acquired subjects when members of the public contact the museum, perhaps after the death of a relative. One of the ongoing projects concerns a firm of photographers set up in Morriston in the early years of the 20th century.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Swansea U3A WalesRoyal Institution of South Wales2015
507Annual lecture series provided for the U3A by the Royal Institution with current scientific researchersExternal research (U3A as research subjects)NationalNational (UK)Royal Institution, London2003
253Archive research from founding in 1732; Royal Opera House in other collections; what users would want from digital archive. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Opera House2004
254Pilot project to collect oral histories at Royal Opera House - training given for interviewingU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Opera House2006
255Interviews with Royal Opera singers & dancers from re-opening 1946U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Opera House2007
257Research into infamous stamp forger Jean de Sperati & his hand printing press. The RPSL has Sperati's printing press and a set of his forged stamps. Research included understanding his complex techniques, his life and background and getting his printing press working U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Philatelic Society2014
258History of postal printing, perforation etc in UK. In 1911 Grover & Co Ltd started making perforating machines and rapidly became the leading supplier and developer of this technology in the UK. In 2001 their archive was donated to the RPSL. The U3A project researched the archive and the social context of the firm.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Philatelic Society2015
259Research artwork and design a 'Cinderella' stamp to promote a U3A group. Volunteers will learn about Cinderella stamps and stamp design from an external speaker and will use photography, drawing, painting or other art forms to create the stamps. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Philatelic Society2016
584The U3A and The Royal Philatelic Society London (RPSL) are instigating a Shared Learning Project (SLP) to produce a virtual tour of items from the Society's Museum and Archive that are not normally on permanent display. The aim is to make a range of interesting and important items available on the internet through appropriate visual images and audio descriptions. It will be possible to take a 'guided tour' through the items, creating an on line virtual museum that will greatly increase awareness and knowledge of items in the collection.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Philatelic Society2018
256Philatelic exhibition medals from 1897. This was a project to understand and document the 800 medals held by the RPSL, including what the medals were awarded for, their historical context and even what they were made from. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonRoyal Phitatelic Society2013
529Study of the Fair Maid's House in Perth (linked to Walter Scott's novel) which is claimed to be the oldest secular building in the cityU3A-led research (SLP)Perth U3A ScotlandRoyal Scottish Geographical Society2012
994Bromley's Design Group established links with seneral organisations and worked on projects including household items, transport, clothing, communications and packaging.External research (U3A as research assistants)Bromley U3ALondonRoyal Society of Art2020
401Interviews with people at a day centre by Woking U3A Writing GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Woking U3ASouth EastRunnymede Council day centres2002
1004Working with other organisations, Witney U3A helped to create a new network, 'Older and Bolder in West Oxfordshire' which meets regularly to plan and implement initiatives with older people. This included lobbying for the reinstatement of adult education classes and making closer links with Ruskin College, in Oxford.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Witney U3ASouth EastRuskin College, Oxford1998
48To find out whether systemic sclerosis also has gastrointestinal effectsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestSalford Royal Hospital2015
951Dr Mike Nevell, head of Salford University’s Centre for Applied Archaeology (CAA) suggested that a mills survey would fill in an important gap in their field record. This led to the Salford Mills Survey, a project undertaken by ten members of Salford U3A. The proposal chimed with existing interests in Salford U3A’s Local History Group, and their leader Mark Child coordinated their local research and fieldwork. The survey covered a total of twenty mills in the Salford area. The group also looked into the two families largely involved in the management of the factories, Ermen and Engels.U3A-led research (SLP)Salford U3ANorth WestSalford University, Centre for Applied Archaeology2019
951Dr Mike Nevell, head of Salford University’s Centre for Applied Archaeology (CAA) suggested that a mills survey would fill in an important gap in their field record. This led to the Salford Mills Survey, a project undertaken by ten members of Salford U3A. The proposal chimed with existing interests in Salford U3A’s Local History Group, and their leader Mark Child coordinated their local research and fieldwork. The survey covered a total of twenty mills in the Salford area. The group also looked into the two families largely involved in the management of the factories, Ermen and Engels.U3A-led research (SLP)Greater Manchester Network of U3AsNorth WestSalford University, Centre for Applied Archaeology2019
355Sorting archaeology items, SalisburyU3A-led research (SLP)Salisbury U3ASouth WestSalisbury & S.Wilts Museum2013
357Development of archaeological collections, SalisburyU3A-led research (SLP)Sarum U3ASouth WestSalisbury & S.Wilts Museum
354Survey of hospital wards to check infection control, SalisburyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Salisbury U3ASouth WestSalisbury District Hospital, Infection Control Team2004
354Survey of hospital wards to check infection control, SalisburyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Sarum U3ASouth WestSalisbury District Hospital, Infection Control Team2004
354Survey of hospital wards to check infection control, SalisburyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Spire U3ASouth WestSalisbury District Hospital, Infection Control Team2004
938The idea of bringing together a group of U3Agers and school Sixth Formers came from a report of activities in Seaford U3A. They had run a discussion group which had the rule that neither parents nor school staff were to be present. Two grammar schools in Salisbury warmed to the idea and for two years about ten U3Agers and ten teenagers have met after school to hold a forum, a mix of ideas and opinions on matters of topical, ethical or political interest. The Salisbury young adults come from the history and politics class in their first year of sixth form. Subjects tackled this academic year have included President Clinton, the legalising of cannabis, the politics of smoking, reform of the House of Lords, the state of matrimony, homosexuality and the future of the church. Both age groups have discovered their prejudice about each other. Assumptions have been seen to be unfounded. Not all U3Agers want to restore capital punishment and not all teenagers want to smoke tobacco or cannabis. This forum is a real learning experience.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Salisbury U3ASouth WestSalisbury Grammar Schools1999
353Survey of U3A members in Salisbury to identify patient healthcare concerns, by U3A Combined Healthcare GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Salisbury U3ASouth WestSalisbury Healthcare Trusts2004
353Survey of U3A members in Salisbury to identify patient healthcare concerns, by U3A Combined Healthcare GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Sarum U3ASouth WestSalisbury Healthcare Trusts2004
353Survey of U3A members in Salisbury to identify patient healthcare concerns, by U3A Combined Healthcare GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Spire U3ASouth WestSalisbury Healthcare Trusts2004
913To explore use and perceived impacts of green space on urban older population in Manchester. UKExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Bramhall U3ANorth WestSchool of Health and Society, Salford University2019
903Loss of power in old age: a question of force or velocity?External research (U3A as research subjects)Bramhall U3ANorth WestSchool of Healthcare Science, Manchester Metropolitan University2019
260Members studied an object or theme from Science Museum collectionU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonScience Museum2003
261Science Museum based project on unknown women in science - in aeronautics, engineering, medicine, physics etc - where they may not be the famous names but where women have played a crucial role.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonScience Museum2005
422Renewable sources of energy, looking at solar, photovoltaic cells, underground coils etcU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonScience Museum, London2003
811Stories from the Graveyard; Settle U3A Family History Group is helping Settle Parish Church with a graveyard plan and transcribing the gravestones for posterity. The group has realised the potential and significance of the project is much wider than they imagined and extended to preserving the heritage of their town and church. .U3A-led research (SLP)Settle District U3AYorkshire and HumberSettle Parish Church2018?
364Investigation into age and well beingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Sheffield U3AYorkshire and HumberSheffield Hallam University2015
378 To measure psychological strengths of the well elderly, eg gratitude,hope, optimism, curiosity and forgiveness and how they relate to wellbeingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)Sheffield Hallam University2011
945Architecture, art, social history, science and technology, but where does modern design fit? Three years ago a few members grouped together to look at a range of ideas beginning with the Festival of Britain 1951. Clearly the Festival did not spring into life from nowhere; it was post war and a younger generation (our generation) was looking for fresh ideas. In our initial discussions it soon became clear that the Festival was only a feature of changes already tried in the earlier part of the century. We looked at the Bauhaus and the strange influence of the Larssons in Sweden and realised that design goes back, at least, to the 1890s and is an inter-related subject with other disciplines. As the group enlarged we redefined our aims to include changing fashions, urban design in the modern city, industrial design and packaging, communications technology and modern art. This enabled each member to find a place of special interest and it placed an emphasis on their contribution to the programme rather than relying on guest speakers.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Sheffield U3AYorkshire and HumberSheffield Hallam University2000
989Sheffield's Modern Design group looked at a range of ideas such as Festival of Britain, the Bauhaus and other sources of modern design. It expanded to include changing fashions, urban design and industrial design and packaging.U3A-led research (SLP)Sheffield U3AYorkshire and HumberSheffield Hallam University1999
365Passage Theatre Group, SheffieldU3A-led research (not an SLP)Sheffield U3AYorkshire and HumberSheffield University2012
957Sheffield Oral History project - 12 volunteers from Sheffield U3A met with 70 pupils (age 13/14) from two schools in the Sheffield University History Department. Mini lecture on historical resources. Children asked from history who they would like to interview and what would they ask ? Techniques of interviewing orally. Children in tables of 6 interviewed our volunteers about their life as teenager in the 1960’s. Report back to the room about most interesting facts.U3A-led research (SLP)Sheffield U3AYorkshire and HumberSheffield University History Dept2020
474Analysis of focus group transcripts for Singing and Health projectsExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastSidney De Haan Research Centre for Arts and Health2016
763The way older people engage with and contribute to arts and heritage in North Kent - action researchExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastSidney de Haan Centre for the arts and health, Canterbury Christ Church University2018
262Researching Regency costume & making models to be part of Soane Museum's handling collectionU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonSir John Soane Museum, Lincolns Inn2012
1024The Slow Ways project aims to create a network of safe, easy and enjoyable walking routes that connect towns, cities and villages across the UK. The website is open to anyone but it's hoped that U3A members taking part will create activity in their local areas and that it may develop into more specialised aspects of walks, eg, bird watching, geology etc by way of local interest groups.External research (U3A as research assistants)NationalNational (UK)Slow Ways project2021
759Transitions and mobilities. Experience of being young women in the 1950s to mid-1970s.External research (U3A as research assistants)Bramhall U3ANorth WestSociology department, Manchester University2018
263Research into frost fairs held on Thames in 1680s, to provide background for a Fair, based on 17th century ice fairs, on terrace of Somerset House at Christmas 2005.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonSomerset House2004
264Research to provide an archive about Somerset House, from images and information in other institutionsU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonSomerset House2005
301Wartime memories, especially German POWs and Gibralarian refugees.U3A-led research (SLP)North Down & Ards U3ANorthern IrelandSomme Centre, Newtownards2010
377Celebrating the South Downs - lost villages, geology, bonfires, stained glass, paintings & photographyU3A-led research (not an SLP)Sussex U3A Network (SUN)South EastSouth Downs National Park2014
768This unusual Shared Learning Project is at its heart about mentoring and supporting a group of local students as they develop their business idea. The young inventors are from South Eastern Regional College (SERC) Bangor, County Down, and the four budding engineers won top prize in an enterprise competition by devising an innovative fishing trawler safety mechanism.U3A-led research (SLP)Bangor U3ANorthern IrelandSouth East Regional College, Bangor, Co.Down2017?
471Inter-generational projectU3A-led research (not an SLP)North Down & Ards U3ANorthern IrelandSouth Eastern Regional College2015
778The Botanical Institute is partnering the U3A in an SLP to discover more of its history and traditions. We will need participants to interview key botanists who have been involved in the Institute over many years and to capture untold stories about their passion for plants and experiences at the SLBI. U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonSouth London Botanical Institute2018
874A partnership between the South London Botanical Institute and London U3As researched details of the SLBI building's history and development.The project also collected and documented oral histories from past botanical experts and staff.U3A-led research (SLP)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonSouth London Botanical Institute
278Norwood U3A has worked with their local theatre to catalogue their costume collection. Each of the 1,256 costumes was inspected, measured, categorised according to period, style and colour and recorded on a database.U3A-led research (SLP)Norwood U3A LondonSouth London Theatre2015
155Banks-Stanhope Papers: CataloguingU3A-led research (SLP)Sleaford U3AEast MidlandsSpalding Gentleman's Society2018
955Stukeley Memoirs Online Tanscription ProjectU3A-led research (SLP)Sleaford U3AEast MidlandsSpalding Gentleman's Society2020
918The History Group of Spalding and District U3A has been meeting for 7 years and during that time we have studied British History. As many of our members have come to live in the Spalding area from other parts of the country, we wished to learn more about the history of our area. We started a project investigating ‘Medieval Spalding’, 1050 – 1550, 18 months ago in conjuction with Spalding Gentlemen’s Society and Ayscoughfee Hall. U3A-led research (not an SLP)Spalding & District U3AEast MidlandsSpalding Gentlemen's Society2018
286Oral history of Wellworthy's, Lymington - the main employer in the town from 1919 to 1989 - manufacturer of piston rings. Study was mainly oral history.U3A-led research (SLP)Lymington U3ASouth EastSt Barbe's Museum2013
287History of French soldiers in LymingtonU3A-led research (SLP)Lymington U3ASouth EastSt Barbe's Museum
750The Year of the Plague, U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonSt Bartholomews Hospital, London2018
96The Earl Bishop Hervey and the north coast of Northern IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)Causeway U3ANorthern IrelandSt Columb's Cathedral, Derry2014
96The Earl Bishop Hervey and the north coast of Northern IrelandU3A-led research (SLP)Foyle U3ANorthern IrelandSt Columb's Cathedral, Derry2014
766This is an SLP working with St. Nicholas' Cathedral Community History Project and the cathedral's archaeologist and the Sacred Learning Project. Their work is centred around researching some cathedral floor gravestones. Work began in April 2018. THank youU3A-led research (SLP)Newcastle U3ANorth EastSt Nicholas' Cathedral Community History Project2018
391Local church building's Statement of Significance describing its history & function, Upholland, LancsU3A-led research (SLP)Upholland U3ANorth WestSt Theresa's RC Church, Upholland, Lancashire2012
265Nightingale FellowshipU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonSt Thomas' Hospital2009
304Microscope for third world - research by U3A Science GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Northampton U3AEast MidlandsStanford University, California2015
1049Write That Play! is a ten-week playwriting course for new and experienced playwrights, presented in conjunction with Citadel Arts of Edinburgh. Participants will work together on all aspects of writing plays and we plan to engage a small group of professional actors to perform work produced by course members. After the course participants will have the opportunity to join a playwriting group to further develop their writing skills and experience.U3A-led research (SLP)Scotland RegionScotlandStirling University2021
121Book of walks near Stow Maries airfield, EssexU3A-led research (SLP)Blackwater U3AEast of EnglandStow Maries Great War Aerodrome2014
121Book of walks near Stow Maries airfield, EssexU3A-led research (SLP)Woodham Ferrers U3AEast of EnglandStow Maries Great War Aerodrome2014
119Study of only surviving WW1 airfield at Stow Maries, EssexU3A-led research (SLP)Blackwater U3AEast of EnglandStow Maries Great War Aerodrome, Essex2014
119Study of only surviving WW1 airfield at Stow Maries, EssexU3A-led research (SLP)Woodham Ferrers U3AEast of EnglandStow Maries Great War Aerodrome, Essex2014
90Stowe House MORE DETAIL NEEDEDU3A-led research (SLP)Buckingham U3ASouth EastStowe House
757Members of Buckingham and District have worked with Stowe House on the history of the Temple family in the area.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Buckingham U3ASouth EastStowe House Preservation Trust2018
490Research into the Cold War and how it affected our lives; the public’s experience of the Cold War from 1945 – 1962 through oral history interviews with men and women about their daily lives, families, jobs, leisure time and awareness of the Cold War especially in the 1950sExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)Strathclyde University2016
483Sully Remembers 1914-1918. Continuation of previous research into names on war memorial in Sully church, with input from children at the local primary school with a Design a Medal competition.U3A-led research (not an SLP)Sully U3AWalesSully Primary School2014
469Academic study; why does the U3A work and will it continue to do so?External research (U3A as research subjects)Northumbria U3AsNorth EastSunderland University, School of Education and Lifelong Learning2005
350WW1 Surrey graves projectU3A-led research (SLP)Reigate & Redhill U3ASouth EastSurrey County Council
349Surrey in Great WarU3A-led research (not an SLP)Reigate & Redhill U3ASouth EastSurrey Family History Centre
513Camberley 's Family History group researched the names on the memorial stones of those killed in WW1 from St George's, Camberley, now demolishedU3A-led research (not an SLP)Camberley U3ASouth EastSurrey Heath Museum2014
734Electra is a research initiative to investigate the effectsof emerging, life-changing technologies - good and bad - and exploring the advantages for U3A members.External research (U3A as research assistants)GuildfordSouth EastSurrey University2017
152History of NHS through eyes of its users based on Mass Observation archivesU3A-led research (not an SLP)Brighton U3ASouth EastSussex University2011
152History of NHS through eyes of its users based on Mass Observation archivesU3A-led research (not an SLP)Lewes U3ASouth EastSussex University2011
489Exploring how brain processes memoryExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Brighton and HoveSouth EastSussex UniversityMay 2016
571Methodology was to have participants react to stimuli provided by a computer programme and a DNA swab was taken. The research concerned researching the risk factors relating to memory as aging occurs. The risk factor being considered was a particular gene which was thought to affect memory loss.External research (U3A as research subjects)Brighton and HoveSouth EastSussex University
49Age related studiesExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, Wales¸ acting on request received by the U3AWalesSwansea University
50Older people and the internetExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North East, acting on request received by the U3ANorth EastTeesside University
380Study of the Teign estuaryU3A-led research (SLP)Teign U3ASouth WestTeign Estuary Partnership2008
386Fishing trade between Teignmouth and Newfoundland 16-19th centuryU3A-led research (SLP)Torbay U3ASouth WestTeignmouth & Shaldon Museum2015
631A revolution in shipbuilding technology took place in the 1800s, from wooden, sail-powered ships to metal-hulled steam-powered vessels. At the same time, the London shipbuilding industry moved from being on the south bank of the river to the north bank. Why were some companies able to transition to the new technologies when others were not? U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonThames Discovery Programme2017
570A Buzz in the Meadows. - Identifying and monitoring the different bumblebees present on a day in the Yorkshire DalesU3A-led research (SLP)Ilkley U3AYorkshire and HumberThe Bumblebee Conservation Trust.2016
876Life in 17th century Charterhouse. An investigation into the lives of ordinary staff in collaboration with the brothers of the charterhouse and the museum volunteersU3A-led research (SLP)Islington U3ALondonThe Charterhouse2018-19
606Home for Good Project: exploring the history of social housing in ChesterfieldU3A-led research (SLP)AIUTA (Assoc of U3As)InternationalThe Derbyshire Law Centre2016
606Home for Good Project: exploring the history of social housing in ChesterfieldU3A-led research (SLP)Chesterfield U3AEast of EnglandThe Derbyshire Law Centre2016
807Home for Good Project. Historical research, photographing of social housing in the area and transcription of oral recordings U3A-led research (SLP)Chesterfield U3AEast of EnglandThe Derbyshire Law Centre2016
607National Holocaust Centre Notttinghamshire Study DayU3A-led research (SLP)Arnold U3AEast MidlandsThe National Holocaust Centre2016
956NHS at 70: The story of Our Lives an oral history project External research (U3A as research assistants)Individual U3A members, East Midlands, acting on request received by the U3AEast MidlandsThe University of Mancester2019
779Good things come in trees - recording the details of around 140 trees in the arboretum's ancient tree collection. They wanted an in depth look at the collections, measurements of specimens, with details of each, health profiles from VTA’s (visual tree assessments) and photographs.U3A-led research (SLP)Bedale U3A.Yorkshire and HumberThorp Perrow Arboretum2018
881A group of volunteers from Bedale and District U3A took part in a Shared Learning Project with a local landmark – the Thorp Perrow Arboretum in North Yorkshire – recording the details of around 140 trees in their ancient tree collection.U3A-led research (SLP)Bedale U3A.Yorkshire and HumberThorpe Perrow Arboretum2017
387Life & work of Devon naturalistsU3A-led research (SLP)Torbay U3ASouth WestTorquay Museum2011
819Energy Efficiency Scams - One of the most problematic areas that keep emerging as a concern for consumers is the misselling of energy efficiency measures. Typically, a consumer will be contacted out of the blue by telephone to be informed that they have qualified for energy saving measures for their home such as a new boiler, solar panels etc and a follow up appointment will be arranged for a sales consultant to come out to provide further information. Once the sales consultant comes to the house, they will then subject the consumer to pressurised sales tactics in a bid to convincing them to sign an installation agreement where quite often no cancellation rights are provided. Whilst there are grants available, establishing whether you qualify can be cumbersome and confusing. An improvement in energy efficiency is of concern to government, energy suppliers and consumers alike. But this just provides an opportunity for rogues to trade on confusion and the lack of information. The aim is to equip consumers with what they need to know to be able to make improvements but not to fall victim to the scammers.U3A-led research (SLP)Individual U3A members, Scotland, acting on request received by the U3AScotlandTrading Standards Scotland2018
417Research at Transport Museum in two formats - oral history through interviews about people's memories of travelling on or working for London Transport. Another group was based at the Museum researching objects for a planned Handling CollectionU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonTransport Museum, London2004
1012Transcription, indexing and interpreting the minute books of the early umbrella companies of Transport for LondonExternal research (U3A as research assistants)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonTransport for London ( TfL Corporate Archives)2021
388Members of Trowbridge U3A are to help museum staff raise the profile of the important history of West of England cloth, as woven in the County Town. This will feed into plans to move and expand the museum, creating a centre of excellence for the study of the woollen cloth industry as well as a fun venue for local history displays and activities. U3A-led research (SLP)Trowbridge & W.Wilts U3ASouth WestTrowbridge Museum
92Researching history of mediaeval port of Fordwich for display boards in new Visitors CentreU3A-led research (SLP)Canterbury U3ASouth EastTrutees of Fordwich Charities2010
396Residents of Wessington killed WW1 from the Harraton War Memorial, by the U3A War Memorials GroupU3A-led research (SLP)Wessington U3ANorth EastTyne & Wear Archives2011
312Under-appreciated Irish women in historyExternal research (U3A as research assistants)N.Ireland RegionNorthern IrelandU.Limerick & Queens U, Belfast2015
471Inter-generational projectU3A-led research (not an SLP)North Down & Ards U3ANorthern IrelandUFTM and other voluntary organisations2015
77Learning package for retired people on sustainable development in collaboration with UnescoNot knownAughton & Ormskirk U3ANorth WestUNESCO2005
859WOMEN'S COMMUNITY ACTIVISM IN PORTSMOUTH SINCE 1960: THE HIDDEN HERITAGE OF A NAVAL TOWNExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Portsdown U3ASouth EastUNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH2018
302Health, housing, cinema, photography & suffragettes in Victorian times, N.IrelandU3A-led research (not an SLP)North Down & Ards U3ANorthern IrelandUlster Folk & Transport Museum2009
471Inter-generational projectU3A-led research (not an SLP)North Down & Ards U3ANorthern IrelandUlster Folk & Transport Museum2015
313WW2 memoirs, BelfastU3A-led research (SLP)N.Ireland RegionNorthern IrelandUlster Museum, Belfast2005
314Conversations with contemporary Ulster artistsU3A-led research (SLP)North Down & Ards U3ANorthern IrelandUlster Museum, Belfast2005
314Conversations with contemporary Ulster artistsU3A-led research (SLP)Belfast U3ANorthern IrelandUlster Museum, Belfast2005
315Meteorite collection - Researching sourcesU3A-led research (SLP)North Down & Ards U3ANorthern IrelandUlster Museum, Belfast2005
857Following an approach to the National Museums Northern Ireland’s Ulster Museum, agreement was reached to set up a small working group to produce guidelines to help people look at art. Using the many paintings in the Museum’s collection the working group looked at portraits, landscapes and abstract art. We began to develop a series of headings that related to the different categories of paintings.U3A-led research (SLP)Belfast U3ANorthern IrelandUlster Museum, Belfast2018
765Often hearing aid users report difficulty hearing speech in noisy environments as well as identifying where the speech is coming from. We have developed a new way of testing this to work towards improving the performance of hearing aids in these situations. External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniverity College London, Ear Institute2018
376Impact of industrial revolution in SuffolkU3A-led research (SLP)Suffolk U3AsEast of EnglandUniversity Campus Suffolk History Dept
660Although people talk about family size a lot, there is little research evidence about people's emotions around having children compared to not having children, and especially how much the choice not to have children is related to factors such as health, life stress etc. We also don't know how similar the opinions of men and women are on this subject. Although being a parent is a popular choice for many people, others prefer a life without children, and others find they are unable to have children. This survey is about people’s thoughts about being a parent, what makes people decide to be childless, and feelings around problems in having children.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)University College London2016?
863A study funded by Alzheimers Research UK. This study will help us learn more about how people navigate and, specifically, how peoples' abilities to navigate decline with age.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London2019
889We are a group of researchers at University College London and we are looking for individuals aged 55+ to participate in a small group discussion about your experiences with mobile games, what motivates you to play games and your likes and dislikes. Your insights will really help us learn more about how you view gaming, which we hope will allow us to develop more engaging therapies for stroke and dementia in the future!External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London2019
890A research study in older people who are experiencing problems with their memory and/or attention, but who have been told by a healthcare professional that their memory and/or attention is normal. I am particularly interested in finding out whether there is a relationship between how we think and feel about things and self-reported problems with memory and/or attention, satisfaction with life and mood.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London2019
893A study with people aged 55+, particularly to find out how to make a gaming app more attractive for them through proper design, by inviting some participants to join in a group discussion.External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London2019
896A study related to navigational ability among 50-70 year-olds. Investigating how people rely on their memory for navigating, as well as monitoring movement patterns, could give us important clues into what patterns could potentially be an indicator of early onset Alzheimer’s.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London2019
959A research project to better understand how individuals find their way around cities and how this changes as they get older. The research includes an online task requiring participants to navigate from two points within London, and provide directions as they go along. This is followed by a series of survey questions. External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London2020
1039A project to examine older adults’ views and experiences of using herbal medicines and dietary supplements to promote health in later life. This will involve one to one interviews, conducted online or by telephone. This is an important subject especially as we climb out of the pandemic and should provide an overview of the healthcare issues that older adults choose to address using herbal medicine/dietary supplements. Are they preventative or taken when users are unwell or diagnosed with a condition? Do they discuss any of this choice with GP's and healthcare professionals and what is the feedback from this? The study will also look at the polypharmacy awareness aspects and potential interactions with traditional prescribed medication. External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London2021
1043We are seeking participants for an online study that investigates how listening abilities change during healthy aging. The study will involve listening to various artificial and speech sounds and answering some questions about them.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London2021
827For many people with a hearing loss, cochlear implants are used with the intention of improving hearing. However, large variations remain in the benefit provided by a cochlear implant on an individual basis. Predicting the differences has been a challenge, but being able to do so may help to alleviate some of the problems.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London Dept of Speech, Hearing and Phonetic Science2018
826We are interested in how people with a normal history of reading and visual perception perform on a range of behavioural tests. This data will be compared to that of patients with reading and visual perception difficulties caused as a result of brain injury, such as stroke.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience2018
828We are interested in how the brain recovers following brain injury (e.g. Stroke). The knowledge will help us to understand why some people make a rapid recovery after brain damage but other people make a poor recovery. This research is conducted using structural and functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI). External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London Institute of Education2018
1055We would like to know how well commercial hearing aids perform in situations that you may often experience. Many hard-of-hearing people complain about their hearing aids in noisy or reverberant places, for example in a restaurant, a car or kitchen. However, manufacturers rarely try out their products in such daily environments, typically using artificial sounds in laboratory settings. Hence, it is difficult to know which hearing aid works best in different real life situations. IExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London - Dept of Speech, Hearing & Phonetic Sciences2022
60Healthy volunteers needed for a research study into the optimal design of visual field test stimulus for the detection of retinal changes in glaucoma.researchExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College London - Institute of Opthalmology 2015
733The role of music in restoring certain functions lost due to brain degeneration. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College London, Dementia Research Centre2018
683Comparison of cognitive profiles of individuals over the age of 50 with and without ASD. Although a lot of research has been done with younger people with autism, very little research has looked at older people with and without autism. Developing a better understanding of the memory and cognitive abilities of older adults with ASD will aid understanding of potential cognitive decline in this group and tailoring of psychosocial and support interventions for them. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College London, Dept of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology2017
639Remembering 1960s British cinema-goingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)University College London, Dept of History2017
632Study investigating the effects of multilanguage acquisition on cognitive development. In particular, we are interested in how the brain learns to speak multiple languages. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College London, Dept of Psychology & Human Development2017
583This study aims to investigate the effect of ageing on motor control in speech. As we age, the way our brain decodes speech changes in important ways, and we are using exciting new techniques, including transcranial magnetic stimulation, to gain insights into how this happens.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College London, Dept of Speech, Hearing & Phonetic Sciences2017
682The FACTOID study is examining how acceptable and feasible it is to develop a new form of talking therapy for older people with generalised anxiety disorder or chronic worrying that has not responded well to treatment. It will be based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy which is a form of talking therapy that helps people to learn new ways of handling distressing thoughts and feelings. It also helps people to develop ways of taking part in activities that are important and meaningful to them.External research (U3A as research subjects)Barnet U3ALondonUniversity College London, Division of Psychiatry2017
682The FACTOID study is examining how acceptable and feasible it is to develop a new form of talking therapy for older people with generalised anxiety disorder or chronic worrying that has not responded well to treatment. It will be based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy which is a form of talking therapy that helps people to learn new ways of handling distressing thoughts and feelings. It also helps people to develop ways of taking part in activities that are important and meaningful to them.External research (U3A as research subjects)Dulwich & District U3ALondonUniversity College London, Division of Psychiatry2017
958We are a group of researchers at University College London (UK). We are studying the effect of hearing problems on quality of life. We are especially interested in comparing the effect of hearing loss that occurs as one gets older with the hearing loss that occurs in a certain rare neurological condition (infratentorial superficial siderosis). This study will help us understand how hearing problems may affect the quality of life in both groups and how they differ between the two. This may be valuable in the clinical setting in the future.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London, Ear Institute2020
642A study which investigates the effect of ageing on sound perception and listening abilities in busy environments (such as a bustling train station or a loud restaurant). External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College London, Ear Institute, Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory2017
836In this study, we are interested in how participants with normal history of reading and visual perception development perform on a range of behavioural tests. We will also ask you to complete an MRI scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging). This uses a strong magnetic field to take pictures of the brain and will take place at UCL. This data will be compared to results from patients with reading and visual perception impairments caused as a result of brain injury, such as stroke.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London, Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience2019
919We are interested in different cognitive processes such as reasoning, memory, and attention, and their role in people’s ability to remember intentions for the future. It is important to understand these processes, so that we can help individuals maintain their independence and wellbeing across the lifespan.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London, Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience2019
455Research on River Emergency Service, formed in 1939 to assist damaged ships and clear the Thames of minesExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)University College London, Riverpedia Project2010
835The main purpose of this study is to evaluate the use of a new measures, known as functional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), to look at brain patterns to sound. We hope to compare this technique to EEG, and apply it with normal hearing adults, and adults with cochlear implants.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London, Speech Hearing and Phonetic Sciences2019
611The second part of a 3-year ESRC funded research project in which we investigate the impact of ageing on speech communication in good and difficult listening conditions. In the first part of the study, we focused on speech production, and in this second part, we are inviting volunteers to take part in a listening study.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London, Speech, Hearing & Phonetic Sciences Dept2017
628To address the impact of learning two or more languages on the cognitive decline due to ageing and investigate its potential use for offsetting the effects of age related degenerative disorders in adults and the elderly. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College London, Speech, Hearing & Phonetic Sciences Dept2017
641Investigating the impact of ageing on speech communication in good and difficult listening conditions. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College London, Speech, Hearing & Phonetic Sciences Dept2017
653Research into why some speakers are easier to understand than others are, and how age and hearing levels influence speech intelligibility.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College London, Speech, Hearing & Phonetic Sciences Dept2017
834We are interested in how the brain recovers following brain injury (e.g. Stroke). The knowledge will help us to understand why some people make a rapid recovery after brain damage but other people make a poor recovery. This research is conducted using structural and functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI). External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity College London, Wellcome Trust Centre for NeuroImaging2018
51How various cognitive processes (e.g., memory) change over the lifespan.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - (Dept not known)2011
52Research on Parkinsons diseaseExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - (Dept not known)2014
53The ability of people with dementia to take part in cognitive behavioural therapy - controls wantedExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - (Dept not known)2014
55Research into the effect of ageing on the immune system - to understand why this declines as people get older. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Division of Infection and Immunity2015
54Tests of memory, visuospatial & language ability External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Clinical, Ed & Health Psych2011
56Control participants for a study of Parkinson's diseaseExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience2013
57Vocal emotions and ageingExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience2013
58Study on pathophysiology of dystonia - controls wantedExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Institute of Neurology2014
59Research project to understand neurological problems called movement disorders especially Parkinson’s diseaseExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Institute of Neurology2015
61To establish baseline for language ability for aphasia treatment - controls wantedExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Psychology & Language Services2015
62Impact of ageing on speech communicationExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Psychology & Language Services2015
63Comprehension of languageExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Psychology & Language Services2015
409Study of the relationship between brain functions and speech/hearing performances in both elderly normal-hearing and hearing-impaired individuals and try to establish frameworks to help improve hearing performances of elderly people.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Psychology & Language Services2016
535Study to assess how older listeners perform in a speech test compared to younger listeners. The aim is to look at the processes people use to understand speech in difficult situations. The work may have important implications for older adults who experience increased difficulties communicating in a noisy environment. We hope that this study will provide guidance to future methods of diagnosis and rehabilitation in Audiology.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Psychology & Language Services2016
538The project is a collaboration with Imperial College and is aimed at developing and testing sound processing methods for hearing aids that will make speech easier to understand in noisy backgrounds. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity College, London - Psychology & Language Services2016
680Locating the lost histories of the west midlands in the late 17th century through the Restoration Hearth Tax and other historical sources. The Hearth Tax provides evidence of who lived in every property, its taxable wealth and location. Volunteers will be provided with core hearth tax data which will be used as a basis from which to explore the early modern history of the area and the lives of the local people..U3A-led research (SLP)West Midlands RegionWest MidlandsUniversity of Birmingham2017
994Bromley's Design Group established links with seneral organisations and worked on projects including household items, transport, clothing, communications and packaging.External research (U3A as research assistants)Bromley U3ALondonUniversity of East London2020
967A survey asking people over 70 to complete several questionnaires about their wellbeing, coping strategies, and levels of social contact. The survey also asks people questions designed to measure their 'social cognition', which refers to a person's ability to understand other people's emotions and points of view.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of East London, Dept.of Psychology2020
969This online survey will ask people over 70 to complete several questionnaires about their wellbeing, coping strategies, and levels of social contact. The survey also asks people questions designed to measure their 'social cognition', which refers to a person's ability to understand other people's emotions and points of view.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of East London, Dept.of Psychology2020
825Language learning in later life- contribution to memory skillsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Scotland RegionScotlandUniversity of Edinburgh2019
833A questionnaire-based survey investigating how well-being in retirement is affected by psychological factors.External research (U3A as research subjects)Cupar U3AScotlandUniversity of Edinburgh & NHS Fife Health & Social Care Partnership2018
818The question is whether learning a language, even in later life, has a significant effect on the brain’s cognitive abilities and resistance to degenerative illnesses. Edinburgh University is offering to repeat an exercise carried out with the popular BBC series Trust Me I’m a Doctor, specifically with U3A members in Scotland. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, Scotland, acting on request received by the U3AScotlandUniversity of Edinburgh School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences (PPLS)2018
526Memorandum of Understanding between University of Exeter and Exeter U3A which will allow U3A members to collaborate with academics in research projects, as well as attend lectures and become involved in events. Members are already acting as lay members on university committees and help with Medical School trials. External research (U3A as research assistants)Exeter U3A South WestUniversity of Exeter2016
1036The Beetle Project is looking at strategies which aim to improve recovery and reduce time spent in hospital for older adults who go in for planned procedures. We would like to work with people aged 60 or over who have been admitted to hospital overnight for a planned procedure; or carers, family, and friends who have supported older adults around their hospital admission. A ‘planned procedure’ is basically a non-emergency admission to hospital for something like surgery. We are creating an advisory group to ensure the perspectives of patients and carers are considered and addressed.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of Exeter2021
672Research by viewing a video about robotic home companions and specifically on how novice users can quickly learn to teach/programme such a robot. We are interested in how members of the public respond after watching this video of a real robot performing tasks that we might expect to see carried out by robots in the future. To assess this response, we have created a short questionnaire which we would ask you to complete after watching the video.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, East of England, acting on request received by the U3AEast of EnglandUniversity of Hertfordshire2016
604An experimental study of ageing and memory with some U3A members ( having received training) as experimenters and others as participantsExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastUniversity of Kent2017
608History of women's war work by analysing films and magazinesExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastUniversity of Kent2017
695An experimental study of the relationship between memory and balance in an older population External research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastUniversity of Kent2017
795Experimental design into the effect of psychosocial factors on postural controlExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastUniversity of Kent2018
815Isometric exercise for patients with hypertension- experimental designExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastUniversity of Kent2018
817Reading emotions in faces - changes in ageing - an experimental studyExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth EastUniversity of Kent2019
830A project to discover how plays written and performed during the great War represented and responded to the conflictExternal research (U3A as research assistants)Individual U3A members, South East, acting on request received by the U3ASouth EastUniversity of Kent2018
565Could Wetherby Weir provide a reliable, sustainable cost effective energy supply from hydro-power to meet local community needs.External research (U3A as research subjects)Wetherby U3AYorkshire and HumberUniversity of Leeds. The Enviromental Agency- River Hydro Projects2014
796In Their Own Write - for volunteers in the Nottinghamshire area who might be interested in transcribing and researching letters from 19th century paupers. The letters provide an intimate and detailed account of how the recipients of 19th century welfare saw and how they judged the welfare provided. U3A-led research (SLP)Hucknall U3AEast MidlandsUniversity of Leicester2018
136Research projectsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Horncastle U3AEast MidlandsUniversity of Lincoln2014
153Sleep questionnaire for older peopleU3A-led research (SLP)Lincoln U3AEast MidlandsUniversity of Lincoln2015
738Cottonopolis is a large research project based on Manchester, the world's first industrial city.U3A-led research (SLP)Greater Manchester Network of U3AsNorth WestUniversity of Manchester2017
328Details requiredU3A-led research (not an SLP)Plymouth U3ASouth WestUniversity of Plymouth
678Locating the lost histories of the City of London in the late 17th century through the Restoration Hearth Tax and other historical sources. The Hearth Tax provides evidence of who lived in every property, its taxable wealth and location. Volunteers will be provided with core hearth tax data which will be used as a basis from which to explore the early modern history of the area and the lives of the local people.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of Roehampton2018
679Locating the lost histories of south east London in the late 17th century through the Restoration Hearth Tax and other historical sources. The Hearth Tax provides evidence of who lived in every property, its taxable wealth and location. Volunteers will be provided with core hearth tax data which will be used as a basis from which to explore the early modern history of the area and the lives of the local people..U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of Roehampton2017
669Talk to a computer - researcher looking for over-fifties to test a computerised problem solving programExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)University of Sheffield2017
820The project was conceived for members of Sheffield U3A born between 1945 and 1955 in order to gather information about being a young person during the sixties. Although it may feel like yesterday, these members are now aged between 63 and 73 and a whole module within modern history courses is devoted to this period! Sharing and recording our Sixties memories now will be both enjoyable for members and useful for students. It will be important to place this decade within the context of both a post-war childhood and the changes which occurred in Seventies Britain.U3A-led research (SLP)Sheffield U3AYorkshire and HumberUniversity of Sheffield Department of Modern History2018
370Research to establish value of U3A for both members and communitiesExternal research (U3A as research assistants)South Wales & Severside U3A NetworkWalesUniversity of South Wales2014
1042Grocery shopping is considered one of the Instrumental Activities of Daily Living which helps older people live independently. This research aims to explore the grocery shopping experiences in a physical store of customers aged 65 and over in the UK and to design better solutions by using emerging technologies that supermarkets could adopt. External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of Southampton2021
544In this study we are looking at how different brain areas work together to help us remember events. In the future this might help professionals to diagnose diseases that cause memory problems and to develop strategies to help with these problems.External research (U3A as research subjects)Arun East U3ASouth EastUniversity of Sussex, School of Psychology2016
64What motivates people to do exercise when they have osteoarthritis? Online questionnaire. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South West, acting on request received by the U3ASouth WestUniversity of West of England2015
582The Dept. of Psychology at the University of Westminster, in collaboration with the University of Lausanne, is seeking volunteers for a project investigating how combining information from different senses (seeing and hearing) impacts on memory in older adults with and without age-related memory differences. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity of Westminster2017
851Although audio guides are offered in many museums and galleries, very little research has looked at people’s experience of audio resources. Researchers from the University of Westminster are looking at experiences of recorded audio for a series of photos, taken from the collections of the Museum of London.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of Westminster2019
935The University of Westminster is working in collaboration with the Chelsea Physic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in London. This project is about exploring people's experience of sensory descriptive tours, which may include touch, scent and even taste. The aim is to understand what makes for a successful and enjoyable tour.External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of Westminster2020
1034An online research project, about an inclusive online tour of the Chelsea Physic Garden. With Covid-19 impacting on our ability to visit historic gardens in person, we wanted to explore ways to bring the Chelsea Physic Garden to people at home. We have created an inclusive video tour which introduces you to the delights that this unique heritage site has to offer. By taking part in the study, you will provide invaluable feedback to help us, and the Chelsea Physic Garden, understand how to develop engaging and inclusive online tours. Our objective is to develop ways for us all to access and enjoy our cultural heritage at home.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of Westminster2021
612To explore the ways in which museum visitors ‘receive’ an exhibition or permanent display, which is crucial to the development of optimum museum provisions for all. The project will take place at the Museum of London.External research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of Westminster, Dept of Psychology2017
613Museum memories - this study is exploring what makes for a memorable museum visitExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of Westminster, Dept of Psychology2017
866This study looks at possible generational differences in cinema going culture, and the potential impact on memory. We are interested in looking at personal memories for leisure time activities. Research has shown how important our personal or autobiographical memories are for the development of our sense of identity, but little has been done on our memories for activities or hobbies. We have worked on a similar project looking at theatre, which we are about to publish, so we hope that this study will generate some equally interesting information about cinema. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity of Westminster, Dept of Psychology2019
886 This is an online study exploring the link between visual imagery and memory. Visual imagery is the ability to form images within the mind without these images physically being in front of us External research (U3A as research subjects)NationalNational (UK)University of Westminster, Dept of Psychology2019
615A project to relate participants' experience of exercise in green spaces and the natural environment in childhood to their resilience in older age, based on cortisol levels which will be tested through saliva sampling, as well as heart monitoringExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Members of London U3AsLondonUniversity of Westminster, Dept. of Psychology2017
681To find out what happens to our mental capabilities and our calmness when we become dizzy or disorientated. This line of research may help us to appreciate the day-to-day difficulties experienced by people with dizziness secondary to vestibular (inner ear) dysfunction. It may also lead to a deeper understanding of why in-flight conditions, which render flight crew dizzy or disorientated, can lead to human error and air accidents.External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonUniversity of Westminster, Dept. of Psychology2017
659The aim of this study was to explore what people know about cognitive impairment to gain a better understanding of how people view this and what people have heard about this previously. Understanding what people know and do not know about cognitive impairment will allow us to develop information in the future which can better inform people about this. External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, National, acting on request received by the U3ANational (UK)University of Worcester2015
853Designing for Low Dexterity - External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonVOICE@Imperial2019
854FIT kit perception and acceptability study and workshop. This is an opportunity to help to improve a bowel cancer detection test by making it easier and more acceptable for future patients to use. The purpose of the study is to better understand your views of a new stool (poo) sample test called the FIT kit.External research (U3A as research assistants)Members of London U3AsLondonVOICE@Imperial2019
319Exploring social inclusivity within the University of the Third Age (U3A): a model of collaborative research - NewcastleU3A-led research (not an SLP)Northumbria U3AsNorth EastVOICENorth (Valuing Our Intellectual Capital & Experience)2015
735A research project to mark the 200th anniversary of the death of the great 18th century landscape designer, Humphry ReptonU3A-led research (not an SLP)Aylsham U3AEast of EnglandVarious Repton 200 events in Aylsham in 20182017
1014Thoughts about the Big Questions for my grandchildren in their middle ageU3A-led research (not an SLP)Tring U3AEast of EnglandVarious academic contacts, see bibliography2020
266Working on Victoria & Albert's Adult Learners website - testing the independent study resources on Understanding objects, Colour, Drawing and Creative WritingU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonVictoria & Albert Museum2004
267Working with objects in Victoria & AlbertU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonVictoria & Albert Museum
824Hampstead Old Town Hall. Archival and library research into its history, architecture and people.U3A-led research (SLP)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonWac Arts2018-19
873Hampstead Old Town Hall. Archival and library research into its history, architecture and people.U3A-led research (SLP)London Kent & Essex U3As LondonWac Arts2018-19
770Maps - Hands On - one of the elements of an East of England SLPU3A-led research (SLP)Roding Valley U3AEast of EnglandWaltham Abbey Historical Society2018
770Maps - Hands On - one of the elements of an East of England SLPU3A-led research (SLP)Epping Forest U3AEast of EnglandWaltham Abbey Historical Society2018
770Maps - Hands On - one of the elements of an East of England SLPU3A-led research (SLP)Waltham Abbey U3AEast of EnglandWaltham Abbey Historical Society2018
676Warrington U3A's Family History Transcription Group has transcribed two volumes of police records from the beginning of 20th century, one a Register of Warrants, and a second one of Robberies. These will both be compiled into publicly searchable electronic databases.U3A-led research (SLP)Warrington U3ANorth WestWarrington Museum and Art Gallery2017
65Study investigating personality and perception (on-line test)External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, London, acting on request received by the U3ALondonWarwick University 2014
66Influence of personality and perception on eyewitness identification performanceExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestWarwick University 2015
67Driving Choices Survey: Keeping Older Drivers Safe and Mobile - online study External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, West Midlands, acting on request received by the U3AWest MidlandsWarwick University 2015
373Watford's Printing Past - a history of printing in WatfordU3A-led research (not an SLP)South West Herts U3AEast of EnglandWatford Museum, Birmingham City University
855A 'Snapshot' of The High Street Watton 2015-17. The start of a social/business survey of the High Street in Watton focusing on the period from 1900 to the present day.U3A-led research (SLP)Watton and DistrictEast of EnglandWatton Town Council and Watton Library2015
68Development of garments for active walkers, especially over age 65External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, North West, acting on request received by the U3ANorth WestWestminster University, Dept of Psychology2011
83Interviewing local people to develop website on history of Wickford. Pages relate to road transport, railways , schools and WW2 bombs.U3A-led research (SLP)Basildon & Billericay U3AEast of EnglandWickford Community Archive Group2013
269To improve the marketing & how assess how the Barnes Wetlands Centre can raise its profileU3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonWildfowl & Wetland Trust, Barnes, London2016
411To Have and to Hold - the history of weddings using dresses, invitations, orders of service, original bills, telegrams, boxes for wedding cake and original dress patterns.U3A-led research (SLP)Heswall U3ANorth WestWilliamson Art Gallery, Birkenhead2016
400Interviews with people at day centre by Woking U3A Writing GroupU3A-led research (not an SLP)Woking U3ASouth EastWoking Council day centre1997
580Research into housing for working women after WW1, using a recently discovered archive belonging to Women's Pioneer Housing. This project was the brain child of a prominent suffragist, Etheldred Browning.U3A-led research (SLP)Members of London U3AsLondonWomen's Pioneer Housing2017
783Discover the hidden history of Woodley in a shared learning project with Wokingham and Reading U3As. Woodley has grown from a few scaered coages and farms into a suburb of Reading, but has kept its sense of community.U3A-led research (SLP)Reading U3ASouth EastWoodley Library2018
783Discover the hidden history of Woodley in a shared learning project with Wokingham and Reading U3As. Woodley has grown from a few scaered coages and farms into a suburb of Reading, but has kept its sense of community.U3A-led research (SLP)Wokingham U3ASouth EastWoodley Library2018
783Discover the hidden history of Woodley in a shared learning project with Wokingham and Reading U3As. Woodley has grown from a few scaered coages and farms into a suburb of Reading, but has kept its sense of community.U3A-led research (SLP)Reading U3ASouth EastWoodley Town Council2018
783Discover the hidden history of Woodley in a shared learning project with Wokingham and Reading U3As. Woodley has grown from a few scaered coages and farms into a suburb of Reading, but has kept its sense of community.U3A-led research (SLP)Wokingham U3ASouth EastWoodley Town Council2018
69Exploring what people know and understand about cognitive impairment Paper and online versionsExternal research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, South West, acting on request received by the U3ASouth WestWorcester University2015
523East Lothian's history group has helped with the recording and mapping of graveyards at Garvald, Morham, Tranent and Pencaitland.External research (U3A as research assistants)East Lothian U3AScotlandWorking with others, not named2014
522East Lothian's archaeology group were involved in a dig at the site of a building on the Green at DirletonExternal research (U3A as research assistants)East Lothian U3AScotlandWorking with professional archaeologists
70Ageing External research (U3A as research subjects)Individual U3A members, West Midlands, acting on request received by the U3AWest MidlandsYork University
567Dementia Outdoors. Taking dementia patients and carers a walk in the Yorkshire DalesU3A-led research (SLP)Ilkley U3AYorkshire and HumberYorkshire Dales Millenium Trust2016
568U3A-led research (SLP)Ilkley U3AYorkshire and HumberYorkshire Dales Millenium Trust2016
94Evaluating care at the Hospice External research (U3A as research assistants)Canterbury U3ASouth Eastlocal Hospice2016-2017
109Research into names on village war memorials, W.MidlandsU3A-led research (not an SLP)Dene Valley U3AWest Midlandssee Notes2014
295To restore Old Hospital a Victorian building in Minehead, SomersetU3A-led research (SLP)Minehead U3ASouth Westvarious2012

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