Program Health
There is much more to discover during the European Researchers' Night! With more than 40 activities in Dutch and English, it is the place for everyone who wants to know more about science: researcher, non-researcher, student, local, young or old. In short, the science festival for all the curious!
Sleep tight!
Getting a good night's sleep should be a top priority throughout the day! But why and how? Discover the answers in this interactive installation. Relax and find out what happens while you sleep, see in the object theater what promotes restful sleep, learn about your biological clock, and create a stop-motion video of your own dream. Sleep tight! The workshop is available in both English & Dutch.
By: Aletta Jacobs School of Public Health.
What do emotions look like?
Have you ever wondered what your emotions would look like as a drawing or comic? Discover it together with illustrator Anne Stalinski. Join her in conversation and work on a colorful design!
VR Relaxation therapy
Experience a 40% stress reduction with VRelax! VRelax is a scientifically validated relaxation tool in virtual reality, transporting you to stunning virtual worlds filled with exercises and experiences. It helps reduce stress and improve mental health. We say, "More glasses, fewer pills!". Curious about the possibilities of VR? And want to see this innovative solution for yourself? Come by and experience the healing effect of VRelax!
By: Wim Veling - University Center for Psychiatry, UMCG, Catheleine van DrielUniversity Center for Psychiatry, UMCG, Simon Riches - King’s College London, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, London.
Resilience in focus
For people with a mental health vulnerability, finding connection with society can be challenging. This difficulty may stem from symptoms that lead them to withdraw into low-stimulation environments, exclusion by others, or doubts about their own role in society. This can create a gap between them and others. This exhibition showcases the work of individuals with mental health vulnerabilities and provides insight into their talents, challenges, experiences, and emotions.
By: Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, faculteit Gedrags & Maatschappijwetenschappen, Lentis, cluster Langdurige Zorg en Wonen & Autisme Team Noord-Nederland, Nima Roomez Khaksari; Celia Tjassing; Joy Nieuwzwaag; Yvonne Groen; Lisette van der Meer; Monique Heuvel.
Discover how to sleep better
Life is spent about 30% sleeping, but what do you actually know about sleep? How are light and your biological clock related? What factors influence whether you sleep better or worse? What can you do about it?
Chrono@Work and Sleep in Sync: Rieks Hoekman en Michelle Luxwolda.
Can you save a life with a comic?
Can comic books teach you how to save a life? We want to test this in a small experiment—with your help! Comics are seen as a powerful way to share information. But how effective are they for teaching first aid in an emergency? To save a life, you need to know the correct steps to follow. Can comics help with this too? Come and discover!
Janina Wildfeuer & Ielka van der Sluis, Center for Language and Cognition (CLCG), Faculty of Arts.
