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Research: 2006 Seminar Series

Date

Speaker

Topic

16th February

John Provis
PhD Completion Seminar
abstract [pdf]
Modelling the formation of geopolymers

23rd February

 

Martin Leahy
PhD Completion Seminar
abstract [pdf]
Temperature and gas flow effects in the modelling of bacteria in heap bioleaching of chalcocite

2nd March

Sindhunata
PhD Completion Seminar
abstract [pdf]
The effect of curing on geopolymeric reaction

16th March

 

Dr Hans Riegler
Max-Planck-Institut fur Kolloid- und Grenzflaechenforschung, Potsdam
abstract [pdf]
Molecularly thin films of long-chain alkanes at solid/vapor interfaces: Transport mechanisms, wetting dynamics and structure formation
20th April Lucy Rodd
PhD Completion Seminar
abstract [pdf]
Planar entry flow of low viscosity elastic fluids in micro-fabricated contraction geometries
27th April Professor Michael Tam
School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, and Division of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
College of Engineering, Singapore
abstract [pdf]
Rheology and dynamics of pH-responsive microgel systems

25th May

Dr Pierre Schuck
INRA France
Abstract [pdf]
Water dynamics during the concentration, spray drying and rehydration of milk products
Fri 26th May
@ 3pm

Dept Surgery LT
Austin Hospital
Kyle Hathaway
PhD Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]
The expression, structure and function of proteins involved in the development of colorectal carcinoma
1st June Dr Timothy Raymond
Department of Chemical Engineering, Bucknell University, USA
Abstract [pdf]

Tewkesbury Lecture

Aerosol-Water Interactions in the Atmosphere: from the Nanoscale to the Global Scale

15th June

Chor Sing Tan
PhD Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]

Electrophoresis through membranes and capilliaries containing structured fluids
23rd June Prof Martyn Pemble,
Tyndall National Institute, University College Cork, Ireland Abstract [pdf]
Chemical Routes to the Production and Modification of Photonic Band Gap and Related Materials

29th June

Dr Cordelia Selomulya

Dept of Chemical Engineering
Monash University

Designing magnetic nanoparticles for protein separation - A comparative study between flame spray pyrolysis and sol-gel synthesis

5th July

 

Dr Andrew Harris

Dept of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
University of Sydney

Current research in sustainable technology
6th July

Prof Gil Garnier

Director, Australian Pulp & Paper Institute (APPI)
Dept of Chemical Engineering
Monash University

Surface engineering for papermaking, printing and beyond

13th July

Prof Nadrian Seeman

Dept of Chemistry
New York University, USA

DNA: "Not merely the secret of life"
27th July

Dr Karen Hapgood

Dept of Chemical Engineering
Monash University

Wet granulation: Advances and future directions
10th August Sarah Glasson
PhD Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]
Effect of modifiers on the kinetics of solvent extraction
15th August *Architecture Room 303 Hui Tan
PhD Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]
Effect of carbonaceous matter on gold extraction
24th August Prof Peter Vinden 

Chair, Forest Industries
The University of Melbourne
Abstract [pdf]

Innovation and sustainable engineering in forest industries  
31st August Prof Raphael Semiat

Chem. Eng. Dept., Technion - Israel Institute of Technology (www.technion.ac.il) Head of the Nancy and Stephen Grand Water Research Institute (GWRI) (gwri.technion.ac.il) and the Rabin Desalination Laboratory (RDL)
Abstract [pdf]

Nano Technology and Water issues 

08 Sept

Prof Angel Palomo

PhD in Chemistry
Eduardo Torroja Institute (CSIC). PO Box 19002 Madrid ( Spain)
Abstract [pdf]

Mineral Alkaline Polymers: Cement or Ceramic?

14 Sept

Dr Yan Tsaur
Vice President,
Technology & Innovation, Degussa -
China Region
Abstract [pdf]
China: on a fast track!

25 Sept

Australia-Japan Core to Core Workshop Program
28 Sept

Dr Sean O'Shea and Dr William Birch
Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE), Singapore abstract [pdf]

Three topics in scanning microscopy and surface functionalisation
12 Oct Dr David Snoswell
School of Chemistry University of Bristol, U.K.
Dynamic control of diffraction within colloidal photonic crystals
19 Oct Mr Richard Watson
PhD Research
Complex Fluids Group
Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]

Spectroscopy of complex fluids in flow
02 Nov Ms Qi Li
PhD Research NIMS Group
Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]
Layer-by-layer assembled smart thin films and capsules
09 Nov
Cuming
Theatre
Dr Aaron Olsen
School of Chemistry Bristol University, UK

Heterogeneous colloids: Building blocks for novel crystalline structures?

14 Nov
Tuesday
@ 12:30 pm
Ms Catherine Rees
PhD Research
Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]
Kinetics and mechanisms of gel formation in geopolymers
16 Nov

Prof Phil Singer
Dan Okun Distinguished Prof of Enviro. Engineering
Univ. of North Carolina
USA
Abstract [pdf]

Coagulation of disinfection by-products precursors - bridging theory and practice
23 Nov

Mr Sasha Boskovic
PhD Research
Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]

Microemulsion Templated Mesoporus Silica for Affinity Separation
28 Nov
Tuesday
Old Geology 1

Mr Luke Connal
PhD Research Abstract
Polymer Science Group
Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]

From well defined star polymers to highly ordered honeycomb coatings
30 Nov
Theatre
A1 OE

Ms Elvira Tjipto
PhD Research NIMS Group
Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]

 
07 Dec
Theatre
A1 OE
Dr Will Goodall
Principal Consultant MinAssist Pty Ltd, Milton Qld
Abstract [pdf]
 
11 Dec
Monday
Theatre

A1 OE

Ms Emma Prime
PhD Research
Polymer Science Group
Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]

Synthesis of functionalised, biosorbable biopolymers with novel architecture for soft tissue engineering
14 Dec
Theatre
 A1 OE

Mr Xavier Duthie
PhD Research
Completion Seminar
Abstract [pdf]

A Study of Polyimide Gas Separation Membranes: Carbon Dioxide-Induced Plasticization and the Influence of Temperature

 

 

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