This Week at Loughborough | 22 July
General:
IAS Seminar: Triboelectric Nanogenerator for Self-powered Sensing
24 July 2024, 12pm-1pm, International House/Zoom
Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS) Visiting Fellow Professor Zhen Wen will deliver a seminar on their research.
Tactile sensors have attracted much attention for their potential applications in health monitoring, wearable devices, electronic skin and smart robots, etc. A new generation of self-powered tactile sensor based on triboelectric nanogenerator has been developed in terms of its incomparable advantages in power consumption and potential performance.
In this talk, the key advancements in materials, structures and applications of self-powered triboelectric pressure sensors will be systematically introduced. Then, the theoretical basis, impact mechanism and the approaches to optimise the pressure sensing performance will be comprehensively analysed. Afterwards, Professor Zhen Wen will summarize the typical applications of triboelectric pressure sensors in different pressure ranges and working frequencies. Finally, the future perspectives of self-powered triboelectric tactile sensor and self-powered microsystem will also be discussed.
Universities under fire: How can UK HE change the narrative and demonstrate its undeniable impact?
26 July 2024, 9.30am-10.30am, Online
Join our panel of experts for this live event as we debate the perceptions of our sector, and argue that we must do a better job of fighting for it.
Our panel will discuss rapidly changing government policies, funding and value for money, and internationalisation. The prevailing narratives which have damaged the sector to a point where universities are making difficult decisions and, in some cases, fighting to survive. A new government marks an opportunity to change the narrative and push the sector further up the agenda. As a collective we have not always been good at demonstrating what we offer. This session will look at how we work together to do better and build back understanding of why universities exist, and must continue to exist.
The panel of experts includes:
– Phil Baty (Chair), Chief Global Affairs Officer for Times Higher Education
– Vivienne Stern MBE, Chief Executive of Universities UK
– Professor Nick Jennings, Vice Chancellor and President of Loughborough University
– Professor Lisa Roberts, Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive of University of Exeter
– Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President and Vice Chancellor of University of Leicester
Atmospheric Forces Artist Residency: Drop-in session
26 July 2024, 10am-12pm, Martin Hall Exhibition Space
Meet artists Sheila Ghelani and Sue Palmer during their residency at Martin Hall Gallery (23-26 July) and hear about their work in progress.
As part of Radar’s Visiting Artists 2024 series, Sheila Ghelani and Sue Palmer are working on a piece titled ‘Atmospheric Forces’. The work they are developing will be a performance unfolding around a long table with materials, objects, sound, film, and spoken text, incorporating perspectives from scientists, historians, and more. It builds on their previous piece, ‘Common Salt’, and explores themes of colonialism and human-nature relationships.
The final performance work will be presented in Loughborough this autumn.
Summertime Socials:
Monday Chill Out – Crafts and Board Games
22 July 2024, 6.30pm-8.30pm, Royce Common Room
Come along to Royce Common Room for a chance to “chill out” where you can expect crafts and board games with the opportunity to catch up with friends or make news ones!
No need to book, just pop by to Royce Common Room.
Speaking Club
23 July 2024, 2pm-3pm, LDS018 (Design School)
Every Tuesday over the summer period the International Student Experience Team will run a Speaking Club. Come along, practise your English speaking and listening skills with a chance to catch up with friends and meet new ones too. Ask any questions that you might have about life in the UK or just pop by for a general chit-chat and each week we will have a new topic to discuss – no need to book!
Active Wednesday – My Lifestyle: Turn up and Play – Netball
24 July 2024, 6.30pm-8.30pm, Netball Centre (Zone 1)
The My Lifestyle programme is a FREE and welcoming recreational sport and physical activity offer, that is open to and welcomes everybody of any ability. Come along for a free game of Netball, get active and make new friends.
Please select the My Lifestyle tile on the Loughborough Sport App home screen to book your place. Booking will open one week before the event. Numbers are limited so book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Summertime Lunch
25 July 2024, 12pm-2pm, Royce Common Room
The International Student Experience Team is hosting an International Students Day-time Social at Royce Common Room where you can expect a free lunch, board games and the opportunity to catch up with friends or make new ones!
Places will be limited so we advise you to book early to avoid disappointment!
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