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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Still time to register for our upcoming conference that is online on Oct 21. Theme is Dialogue and Engagement with Death and Loss. More info and registration via www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-centre... #ThanatologyThursday

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The Centre for Open Thanatology Conference-online

Join us for the 'The Centre for Open Thanatology Conference: Dialogue and Engagement with Death and Loss' online event

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Open Thanatology member Beth Michael-Fox co-edited Dead Women and Gendered Death in Visual Culture, a focus issue of MAI: Feminism and Visual Culture. It dives into the factors behind the deeply gendered representations of death and dead bodies in visual culture. Read more oro.open.ac.uk/110941/

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

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The Centre for Open Thanatology Conference-online

Join us for the 'The Centre for Open Thanatology Conference: Dialogue and Engagement with Death and Loss' online event

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Join several members of Open Thanatology on Oct 20th (2-3pm UK, online) talking about Death, Dying and Bodily Autonomy as part of the BARE Seminar Series. More info and registration: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bare-semin...

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BARE Seminar Series: Death, Dying and Bodily Autonomy

Join us online for the next Bodily Autonomy Research & Engagament (BARE) Seminar.

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Visiting Fellow Neil Thompson just published the second edition of Loss and Grief: A Manual for Human Services Professionals. Great for counsellors, social workers, healthcare providers and educators across all sectors who work with individuals experiencing loss. www.routledge.com/Loss-and-Gri...

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Loss and Grief: A Manual for Human Services Professionals

This comprehensive guide offers a holistic perspective on loss and grief that extends beyond traditional death-related circumstances. The integration of sociological insights and spiritual dimensions ...

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Looking for a new podcast to listen to? Try Open Thanatology Talks! We have one about voluntary gravedigging open.spotify.com/episode/0Dzk... #ThanatologyTalks

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Voluntary Gravedigging in the West of Ireland

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Prof Erica Borgstrom @ericaborgstrom.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Recently shared the award-winning animation 'The unexpected places we choose to lay our dead to rest' on OpenLearn. You can watch it for free here: www.open.edu/openlearn/un...

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The unexpected places we choose to lay our dead to rest

Watch this award-winning animation and question what you know about different cultural practices after someone dies.

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Prof Erica Borgstrom @ericaborgstrom.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

With MPs set to vote on assisted dying tomorrow, I'm reminded of the three-part series on the topic I was part of for Inside Health on Radio 4, where we explored some of the nuances in more depth. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

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BBC Radio 4 - Inside Health, Assisted Dying: What might the final moments be like?

James Gallagher and the panel consider if an assisted death can guarantee a peaceful end.

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

This is the last week (Sept 10) to register for the 2026 start of our Death, Dying and Bereavement module. If you have been thinking about it but not yet committed, this is your sign to sign up! www.open.ac.uk/courses/modu...

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Death, dying and bereavement | Open University | K220

Explore social and cultural attitudes towards death, end-of-life care, ethics, communication and grief through contemporary theories and real-world practices.

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

See the recent news with Russel Howard discussing the death of his child shortly after birth? Several Open Thanatology members research men's grief and support in such contexts, and you can read more here www.open.edu/openlearn/he...

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Men’s grief and belonging through football following perinatal loss

How do bereaved fathers find support after losing a baby shortly before or after birth? This article looks at men’s experiences of belonging to a Sands United football team (the stillbirth and ...

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Listen to one of our recent podcast episodes - What is it like researching death and loss? Now on spotify and Amazon. open.spotify.com/episode/7AJq... #ThanatologyThursday

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What is it like to research death and loss?

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

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BARE Seminar Series: Death, Dying and Bodily Autonomy

Join us online for the next Bodily Autonomy Research & Engagament (BARE) Seminar.

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Are you on LinkedIn? You can also follow us there! www.linkedin.com/showcase/the... #ThanatologyThursday

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

During August, quite a few of us go on leave and take a vacation. We'll be a bit quieter at this time. #ThanatologyThursday

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

What free resources and courses have you tried from the Open Thanatology Hub on OpenLearn? We'd love to hear what you enjoyed, what sparked your interest, and what you might like to learn more about. www.open.edu/openlearn/he... #ThanatologyThursday

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Centre for Open Thanatology Hub

The Open University’s interdisciplinary research centre dedicated to the study and education of death, dying, loss, and grief across the life course and in diverse contexts.

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Congratulations to Kerry Jones and colleagues on their work about supporting young carers at the end of life and into bereavement. oro.open.ac.uk/109234/ #ThanatologyThursday

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Want to learn more about death and loss? Meet others who are fascinated by these topics? Then book your place at our online conference, and put 21st Oct in your diary. More info and tickets here

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The Centre for Open Thanatology Conference-online

Join us for the 'The Centre for Open Thanatology Conference: Dialogue and Engagement with Death and Loss' online event

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Want a discount on your next death-related book purchase from Routledge? Check out the discount code below... and look out for their sales, too!

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Looking for ways to keep young readers entertained this summer? 🧑‍🧒‍🧒📖 Explore our Young Readers collection on Libby and OverDrive, with ebooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines, biographies, fantasy, crafts and more. Free for OU students and staff 👉 ow.ly/6zHO50ZgLyf

A selection of colourful young reader book covers. Text reads: 'Summer reading for every young reader on Libby and OverDrive. Free for OU students and staff'.

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Ever heard of voluntary grave digging? Danny researched the practice as part of his doctoral studies, and shares what he found out here in this short article and podcast interview: www.open.edu/openlearn/op... #ThanatologyThursday

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Registrations are now open for our upcoming conference on 21st October - online and full of fascinating talks! Book now to reserve your place! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-centre...

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The Centre for Open Thanatology Conference-online

Join us for the 'The Centre for Open Thanatology Conference: Dialogue and Engagement with Death and Loss' online event

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

What is Thanatology? It is derived from the Greek word ‘thanatos’, which means death. Thanatology is the study of death and the events around it from different perspectives. #ThanatologyThursday

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Want to catch up on any recordings or resources we share? Sign up to our free mailing list (hosted by JiscMail) www.jiscmail.ac.uk/cgi-bin/wa-j... #ThanatologyThursday

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Great to see several Open Thanatology members are presenting at this week's @cendeathsociety.bsky.social conference, including Carly Speed, Erica Borgstrom, Jane Ribbens McCarthy, Korina Giaxoglou and Lystra Hagley-Dickinson

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Our conference on 'Dialogue and Engagement with Death & Loss' is coming up soon - June 23rd! Don't miss out! Book your ticket now this #ThanatologyThursday to attend online or in-person (Milton Keynes) - get access to multiple talks and a live podcast recording.

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Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology

Join us for the 'Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology: Dialogue and Engagement with Death and Loss'

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

We are postponing our conference to a later date. Therefore, there is no hybrid event on June 23 2026. Thanks for your understanding!

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Today is #HigherEducationDay! Since 1969, The Open University has helped transform access to higher education through flexible distance learning. 🎓💙 Explore the OU’s history and impact via the OU Digital Archive 👉 ow.ly/CSoj50Z5tG7

Large group of graduates in blue and black gowns seated closely during a graduation ceremony. Text reads: 'OU graduation ceremony in Cardiff, 2018'.

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

2026 is the National Year of Reading - what death or loss-related book would you recommend others read? #ThanatologyThursday

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Sara MacKian @saramackian.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Join us at @openthanatology.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social to explore all aspects death and loss. From changing funeral practices to careers in palliative care, from grieving divergently to existential disconnections and global change. This hybrid conference covers all this and more!

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The Death Studies Podcast @deathstudiespod.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Want to experience a live podcast recording? Join the @openthanatology.bsky.social Launch and watch host Dr Bethan Michael-Fox in conversation with Dr Korina Giaxoglou www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/launch-of-...

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Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology

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Dr Sophie Michell @sophiemhistory.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Finally finished writing my paper for tomorrow, in which I argue that we should BRING BACK PUB INQUESTS

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Dr Sophie Michell @sophiemhistory.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

If anyone should find more inquests, send them my way so I can add them to the Spreadsheet of Inquest Caches.

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Still time to register for our upcoming conference. If you're interested in #DyingMatters this week, this event in June is for you!

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Centre for Open Thanatology @openthanatology.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

One of our directors - Prof Borgtrom - is giving an inaugural lecture on June 3rd. Registration is free! You can attend in person (Milton Keynes) or online). www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/reimaginin... #ThanatologyThursday

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Reimagining Sexuality, Ageing, and Death: Inaugural Lectures

Dive into fresh takes on ageing, queer joy, and what it means to rethink death in this thought-provoking lecture.

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Dr Sophie Michell @sophiemhistory.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Open University Folks! I am talking about inquests at the @openthanatology.bsky.social meeting next Tuesday (12th) and how Victorian practice shifted our cultural response to sudden death. If you'd like to come, email me and I'll send you the link.

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