The science behind the experiment

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Teachers TV has teamed up with the BA to bring schools the opportunity to take part in a nationwide experiment being run during National Science and Engineering Week 2008. The Experiment is designed to investigate the impact of lifestyle on children's readiness to learn.This programme explores the science behind the experiment, looking at the roles that nutrition, exercise and sleep have on children's concentration, memory and reaction times.Neuro-scientists Baroness Susan Greenfield and Dr Paul Howard-Jones outline the lessons for education from the latest findings on the functioning and development of the brain.We also look at the latest research in schools. Contributions come from Professor Gregory Stores from Oxford University, Professor David Benton of Swansea University and Professor Stuart Biddle from Loughborough University.Plus we find out about a school leading the way in using nutrition and exercise to raise academic attainment.