Activities

Seminar by Dikai Guan from the University of Southampton, entitled “Static recrystallisation behaviour in magnesium alloys” – on August 30th, 2024, at noon, in the Seminar Room.

Abstract: Magnesium alloys, known for their low density and high strength-to-weight ratio, are increasingly important in the aerospace and automotive industries. Understanding the static recrystallisation (SRX) behaviour of these alloys is crucial for optimizing their mechanical properties and manufacturability. This

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Seminar of Dr. Yunxian Yang from Beijing Institute of Technology entitled “Flame-retardant Polymer for Impact and Energy-absorbing Composite” – Monday, July 8th, 2024, at noon, in the Seminar Room.

Abstract: High-performance fiber-reinforced polymer composite have been increasingly used as personnel protection system owning to their high strength and/ or stiffness to weight ratio and good damage tolerance. Amongst, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber/ thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), and aramid

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Seminar of Prof. Suveen Mathaudu from Colorado School of Mines, USA entitled, “There is plenty of room at the bottom… For magnesium alloys!”– On Thursday, June 27th, 2024, at 11:00 am, in the Seminar Room.

Abstract:  Mg-alloys are becoming increasingly important based on the technological advantages given their low density compared to current structural metals such as Al- and Fe-based alloys. However, unlike their fcc and bcc counterparts, little has been done to investigate the

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Seminar of Dr. Wenqing Yan from the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering in ETH Zurich (Swiss), entitled “Oxygen-Tolerant Radical Polymerization Techniques and Macromolecule Design for Industrial Applications” – on June 27th, 2024, at 12:30 pm, in the Seminar Room.

Abstract: By utilizing innovative polymerization techniques involving zero-valent metals and UV light, we have developed radical polymerizations that exhibit low dispersity, high monomer conversion rates, exceptional oxygen tolerance, and minimal catalyst content. These advancements are crucial for streamlining production processes,

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Sergio Lucarini, an alumni of IMDEA and now a prominent researcher at BC Materials in Bilbao, will give a seminar entitled “Multiphysics Modeling for Multifunctional Composite Materials” on June 25th, 2024, at 10:30 AM in the Seminar Room.

Abstract: Recent advances in multifunctional materials are revolutionizing various fields, such as biomedicine, soft robotics and smart sensors. The ability to model and predict the behavior of these materials in different physical interactions is crucial. In this regard, multiphysics modeling

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Dr. Jiří Červenka from the Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences will give a seminar entitled ‘Electrolyte and Electrode Design for Next Generations of Batteries’ on June 24th, 2024, at noon in the Seminar Room.

Abstract: Electrochemical energy storage systems with high energy density, safety, affordability, and a low carbon footprint are essential in today’s world of widespread electronics, electric vehicles, and grid storage. Li-ion batteries have become the leading rechargeable battery technology, surpassing others

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Seminar of Prof. Sudesh Sivarasu from the University of Cape Town (South Africa), entitled “Developing impactful medical technologies in international contexts” – on June 21st, 2024, at 11:00 am, in the Seminar Room.

Abstract: Professor Sudesh Sivarasu leads the University of Cape Town (UCT) MedTech laboratory. Prof Sivarasu is one of the best known in the field of medical device innovation both nationally and internationally. He has been named a prolific inventor by

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Seminar of Alejandro stratchan the Reilly Professor of Materials Engineering at Purdue University and the Co-Director of nanoHUB and chipshub, entitled “Physics-based modeling, machine learning, and cyber-infrastructure accelerating materials research and innovation” – on June 25th, 2024, at noon, in the seminar room.

Abstract: Predictive machine learning (ML) tools can accelerate the discovery of new materials and enable semi or fully autonomous research. In addition, ML tools are playing an increasingly central role in physics-based simulations, enabling a combination of accuracy and computational

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Seminar of Prof. Kavan Hazeli from the University of Arizona (USA), entitled “Musicale Phenomena in Additively Manufactured Lattice and Thin-Wall Structures” – on June 4th, 2024, at 12:30 pm, in the Seminar Room.

Abstract: To this end, full-field mesoscale computational modeling of statistical volume elements and calibration and validation experiments provide a pathway for establishing microstructure-property relationships in additively manufactured parts. However, the fidelity of these relationships is sensitive to the microstructure representation

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Seminar of the Dr. Lluis Montoliu, from the CSIC Research Scientist and Deputy Director at the National Centre for Biotechnology, entitled “Not Everything is Possible in Science! The Fundamental Role of Ethics in Research” – on June 28th, 2024, at noon, in the Auditorium.

Abstract: Often the society thinks researchers can do almost everything they want. They imagine that we can convert immediately all our ideas into experiments, even the silliest and strangest ones, without telling anyone or asking permission. And this far from

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Seminar of Prof. Mengying Liu from Washington and Lee University in the US, entitled “In situ investigation of hydrogen-assisted crack initiation in nickel-based alloy 725”. On May 27th, 2024, at noon in the seminar room.

Abstract: When metals are exposed to hydrogen (H)-rich environments, they may lose ductility and fail catastrophically without showing any sign of damage. This problem is known as hydrogen embrittlement (HE). Over the last few decades, extensive research on HE has shown that hydrogen-assisted cracking is a microstructure-sensitive phenomenon.

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Seminar of Martin Otto from Leibniz Institute, entitled “Optimisation of Fe-Mn-C steels for biodegradable vascular implant applications”. On May 23rd, 2024, at noon in the Auditorium.

Abstract: The demand for advanced clinical treatments for various soft and hard tissue injuries and diseases has led to the development of innovative biodegradable implant materials. Compared to their non-degrading counterparts, implants made of biodegradable polymers or metals degrade progressively

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Seminar of Dr. Moumita Rana from Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands, entitled “How Do Charge Carrier Transport and Microstructure Influence Solid-State Battery Performance: Solving the Jigsaw”. July 22nd, at noon in the Seminar Room.

Abstract: Solid state lithium ion batteries are promising as the next-generation energy storagesystem due to their high energy density, thermal stability, and volumetricminiaturization. Even though, the ionic conductivity of solid state electrolytes is oftenblamed to be the bottle neck of

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