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Public lecture on the psychology of (not) eating meat

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Event date
Wednesday 5 March 2025, 5.30pm to 7pm
Location
In-person only
PS/B/020, Psychology Building, Campus West, University of York (Map)
Audience
Open to alumni, staff, students, the public
Admission
Free admission, booking required

Event details

Thomas Davies (Psychology) will explore the ethical, moral, and environmental consequences of eating meat, then discuss research on the meat paradox - most people both love animals and care for the environment, but surprisingly still eat meat.

Emily Nicholls (Sociology) will then provide an overview of her research on the psychology of consuming plant-based meat substitutes.

 

N.B. The event is held as part of York Sustainability Week. To book your place, please complete the event registration form.

About the speakers

Dr Thomas Davies is a Lecturer in Psychology at the University of York.

Dr Emily Nicholls is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at York. Both research the moral, ethical and environmental implications of meat consumption / meat reduction.

Venue details

Wheelchair accessible

Contact

Thomas Davies

thomas.davies@york.ac.uk