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Academic shortlisted for the University Engineering Staff Member of the Year
Congratulations to Dr Jennifer Thompson, who has been shortlisted for the University Engineering Staff Member of the Year, in the Engineering Talent Awards 2024, for her outstanding work as PI for the 50% for the Future project.
Jennifer's continued dedication to the project, alongside her
existing roles as Mechanical Engineering Senior Lecturer, Admissions Tutor and SACEME ED&I Lead, has resulted in this well-deserved recognition.
The 50% for the Future project, is a longitudinal study focussed on developing an iterative, collaborative process to improve representation and experience of females studying Mechanical Engineering at Higher Education level
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Young People's Book Prize 2024 - Shortlisting panel invitation
Dr Emrys Evans, Department of Chemistry, was recently invited to become a panellist for the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize.
The Young People's Book Prize aims to promote literacy in young people and inspire them to read about science. It also supports the writing of excellent, accessible STEM books for under-14s. Each year, the winner is selected by judging panels made up of thousands of young people at schools across the UK
from a shortlist selected by an adult panel.
The other panel members include a Fellowship of the Royal Society, a head teacher, a children's TV presenter and a writer.
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Swansea NanoMaterials Lab 7th year celebration
The Swansea NanoMaterials Lab, is celebrating its 7th year and a new name - the NanoMaterials Lab: Manufacturing with Atoms.
The Swansea University Nanomaterials Lab was established on 1 June 2017 to connect the fundamental science of materials on the sub-10 nanometre scale to the full spectrum of technological applications.
To date, the lab’s output includes 81 publications (plus 17 in preparation), 3 new patents, the formation of two new spin-off companies, Nium and Grove, and established two "satellite" labs – Harwell and
Universite Sorbonne Paris Nord.
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Funding success for green printed electronics
Following the completion of the ICURe Explore program, and a recommendation from an expert business panel, the creation of a spinout company was deemed the best route to commercialisation of the innovative reusable silver ink developed by researchers at Swansea.
The team, led by Dr James Claypole, Department of Mechanical Engineering, went on to complete the 3 month ICURe Exploit training program and was invited to submit an application for the Innovate UK follow on grant to support
the creation of the spinout company.
Following a highly competitive Innovate UK application process, a grant of £250k was award to the team to establish “Ail Arain’, the spinout company to exploit this technology.
James currently holds a Research Wales Impact Fellowship.
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Visiting Professor receives prestigious prize
Professor Thuc-Quyen Nguyen from University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB) recently visited the Department of Chemistry where she was presented with a prestigious award. The 2023 de Gennes prize from the Royal Society of Chemistry, was awarded for her ‘seminal contributions to the development of organic semiconducting materials and device physics of organic photovoltaics to mitigate climate change’.
Thuc-Quyen talked about the work that has led to this
prestigious prize, but also covered her humble upbringing in a Vietnamese village and how she has set up a foundation to support people in similar villages.
During the visit, Thuc-Quyen was keen to meet with ECRs and PGRs and coach them a little on career paths in academia.
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International Women in Engineering Day success
On 10th June, the Faculty of Science and Engineering hosted a highly successful International Women in Engineering Day 2024 event which was attended by over 70 female students from four Comprehensive Schools. Students had the opportunity to learn more about Chemical, Aerospace, Civil and Mechanical Engineering through presentations and tours.
The day was completed by a “Zine” (magazine) making Workshop, which they thoroughly enjoyed.
The event was organised by Lydia Webber, Project Officer and Dr Jennifer Thompson, Department of Mechanical Engineering with Rhian Jeffs from MRI taking the photographs!
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Mechanical Engineering student wins the 3MT
Congratulations to PhD Mechanical Engineering student Oli Fryatt who triumphed at the Three Minute Thesis competition final, competing against 13 other postgraduate student across the University’s three faculties.
In his compelling presentation, Oli addressed the urgent need for improved recycling methods for end-of-life solar panels to recover valuable raw materials. He highlighted an innovative recycling method using liquid nitrogen, which has the potential to significantly support the green energy
transition by embracing the principles of the circular economy.
The event took place as part of the Postgraduate Research (PGR) Festival, a month-long series of events showcasing the cutting-edge research conducted by Swansea University students.
"I'd like to thank my supervisors Dr Jenny Baker and Prof Davide Deganello for their support and guidance throughout my 3-minute thesis journey. Their expertise and encouragement have been invaluable to helping me achieve this success."
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New IPM 2024: Emerging Opportunities
Looking to learn more about the developments in Integrated Pest Management? Sign up for our symposium this September where we will be bringing together world-renowned researchers, industry representatives, regulatory bodies, growers, supply chain professionals, and end-users to discuss the latest in research and development, policy, and market trends.
Don't miss out on:
- Engaging discussions on IPM-related issues
- Industry networking opportunities
- Integration of various disciplines like biopesticides, AI, health, and more
- Showcasing multifunctional microbes and growth stimulants
- Product demonstrations and strategy sessions
- Networking events for grant applications and collaborations
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