Professor Barbara Weaver Memorial Lecture 16 September 2026

16 September 2026 | 17:00 - 18:15

Hodgkin Lecture Theatre, Langford Campus

Barbara, who died on 4 April at the age of 98, was a pioneering figure in veterinary anaesthesia. She qualified MRCVS at the Royal Veterinary College in 1949 before moving to the University of Bristol in 1957, where she spent the rest of her career. 

The event will celebrate the life and work of Barbara Weaver, professor of veterinary anaesthesia, bringing together colleagues, collaborators, former students, friends and family, with lectures delivered by those who worked alongside her to reflect on her contributions to anaesthesia and analgesia.  

Programme (Provisional) 

Welcome and introductions (Tim Parkin, Head of Bristol Veterinary School) 

17:00 – 17:10  

Barbara’s career (Emeritus Professor Ron Jones) 

17:10 – 17:40   

Barbara and WAG (Ann Naylor)  

17:40 – 17:45  

Barbara's Legacy (Paul Macfarlane)  

17:45 – 18:15 

Talks will be followed by light refreshments.