Festival
FSW Researchers Bring Science to Werfpop
- Date
- Sunday 12 July 2026
- Explanation
- Keep an eye on the Werfpop website for the programme announcement and event timings.
- Address
- Leidse Hout
Bart Barendregt
Bart Barendregt, Professor of Digital Anthropology and dean of our faculty, will take you on a journey during his flash lecture into the world of Islamic pop music from Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.
From the popular genre nasyid to religious boy bands, from cassette tapes to streaming, social media, and AI: what happens to religious music when a computer can suddenly sing with soul?
Anna Lotz
Assistant professor Anna Lotz is fascinated by the relationship between biology and behavior. Why do people respond differently in certain situations? And how do hormones influence the brain?
As a musician and passionate dancer, Anna explores how dancing and making music can strengthen our sense of connection with others and what biological processes underpin this. Put on a Silent Disco headset and take part in her experiment!
University coach Thalia Thomassen
University coach and DJ Thalia, will provide the musical backdrop for the flash lectures. With disco house, ’90s, hard house, UK Garage, and trance, she’ll keep your energy levels high!