Adelia Bennett’s Post

Bart Wanten will defend his PhD on the 19th of December at 15:00. In his thesis, he focused on the combined conversion of CO2 and CH4 by means of a plasma reactor, specifically a confined atmospheric pressure glow discharge. An excellent performance was achieved in terms of conversion and energy cost. The product was a mixture of CO and H2, of which the value was improved after adding H2O to the reaction mixture. An improved environmental performance compared to the state-of-the-art was obtained, showing the potential of this plasma-driven process.

Another presentation of my PhD work 🎓🔬 This time I discussed work I've been doing with my supervisors Martin King from Royal Holloway, University of London and Becky Welbourn from the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source using Neutron Reflectometry to delve into the evolving nature of aerosol surfaces and their impact on the temperature of our atmosphere. We're looking at the development and structure of thin organic coatings on aerosol surfaces and how these change when exposed to different oxidants, thus affecting an aerosol's role in the atmosphere. On top of this, we're improving the facilities available at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source by building and developing the capability of in-situ light absorption techniques to neutron reflectivity measurements in order to enhance our confidence in data collected of reacting interfaces. This work not only deepens our understanding of atmospheric chemistry but also contributes to more reliable climate models. #PhDResearch #ClimateScience #NeutronReflectometry #AtmosphericChemistry #Aerosols #PhD

Dust-DN: 17 PhD OPPORTUNITIES on atmospheric dust (deadline for applications: 31 August 2024) Looking for a prestigious PhD opportunity in Europe? With this message I would like to introduce you to the DUST DOCTORAL NETWORK (Dust-DN, https://dust-dn.cyi.ac.cy/ ) which is recruiting on 17 ambitious research projects in the theme of *atmospheric dust*.   Dust is a major atmospheric aerosol, and it gives us one of the most visible and detectable aspects of transboundary transport of atmospheric constituents, impacting visibility, radiation and climate. It affects the environment, society, and several economic sectors, with impacts on the transportation and energy sectors for example, the nature and cost of which is not fully understood and quantified. The Dust Doctoral Network will train a cohort of scientists to become leaders in this field of research.   Dust-DN in a nutshell: - The first doctoral network on a European scale (to our knowledge), bringing together expertise on mineral dust in the atmosphere, combining multidisciplinary aspects. - A strategic international, interdisciplinary and intersectoral alliance of high-profile partners, able to leverage on unique state-of-the-art facilities - A careful blend between individual research projects and integrated combined training and networking, and a critical mass on dust-focused studies using complementary methodologies. - Exposure of the doctoral candidates to differing research and working environments, multiple technologies and methodologies. - Training in the atmospheric sciences, dust science questions, transferable skills and on the partners’ unique research infrastructures, enabling to tackle the bigger picture of dust challenges. - Dedicated applied research projects with direct contributions and impacts embedded with the societal and industrial sector.   Are you interested in this exciting opportunity? Please visit our webpage ( https://dust-dn.cyi.ac.cy/ ) and consider the positions available (deadline for applications: 31 August 2024). The selected candidates will be appointed under a 36-months full-time employment contract and will be enrolled in a PhD programme at one or more project partner institutions, under the MSCA scheme ( https://lnkd.in/dnpX4_va ).   Many thanks for your attention!

We recently caught up with Future Energy Exports CRC PhD scholar to hear about his research trip to Boulder Colorado. Mark said "recently I was lucky enough to attend the 22nd Symposium on Thermophysical Properties in Boulder. I presented some of my recent research which is supported by FEnEx CRC, focussing on measuring the freeze-out of solids relevant to the hydrogen liquefaction process. At liquid hydrogen temperatures, there is a significant disagreement about where these solids can form (when comparing the predictions of thermodynamic models to the existing literature data). Our recent work seems to suggest that the predictions of the model are accurate, potentially indicating some issues with this low-temperature data. The conference was a great opportunity to get feedback on this initial conclusion and some new ideas for future directions. Alongside the conference, it was also great to catch up with a recently completed FEnEx CRC PhD scholar, Catherine Sampson Ayers, for a hike in the mountains!"  Enabling researchers to network internationally as soon as possible is one way FEnEx CRC supports Australia's global connections.  #fenexcrc #phdlife #thermophysics #hydrogenliquefaction Eric May

At ISF we develop a rigorous theoretical and experimental framework for a unified filed theory, exploring the fundamental intersection of quantum mechanics and gravitational fields, where vacuum energy density presents unprecedented potential for energy harvesting. Through our ongoing research into quantum vacuum fluctuation dynamics and coherent zero-point energy extraction techniques, we're developing practical frameworks to access this ubiquitous energy source, while creating a road map to localized gravitational field modifications through quantum vacuum engineering. Our team is pioneering novel approaches to extract zero-point energy from quantum vacuum fluctuations at the Planck scale of spacetime geometry. Our theoretical models suggest the possibility of tapping into vacuum energy densities of 10^113 joules per cubic meter, representing an effectively inexhaustible clean energy resource. Everyone is invited to get involved as we advance the theoretical foundations and engineering applications of quantum vacuum energy extraction. Our work challenges conventional thermodynamic constraints while adhering to established quantum field theory principles. As we progress toward practical zero-point energy utilization systems, ISF continues to lead the scientific community in this paradigm-shifting domain. Learn the foundations of our Unified filed theory reading our paper: The Origin of Mass and the Nature of Gravity - DOI https://lnkd.in/ePrQpm5K

Happy Birthday William Thomson (1824-1907) aka Lord Kelvin 🎉 Lord Kelvin was an Irish physicist and engineer whose contributions have left an incredible mark on science and technology. 👨🏫 Thermodynamics : Kelvin was instrumental in formulating the second law of thermodynamics, which states that the total entropy of an isolated system can never decrease over time. This fundamental principle underpins much of modern physical science and engineering, influencing everything from heat engines to information theory. 🔬 Absolute Temperature Scale : He also introduced the concept of absolute temperature, leading to the creation of the Kelvin scale. This scale provides a universal standard for measuring temperature, essential for scientific precision and industrial applications. 🌡️ Impact Today : His work on thermodynamics and temperature measurement is crucial for advancements in energy efficiency, climate science, and various fields of engineering. 💡 #Physics #Chemistry #Thermodynamics #LordKelvin #SecondPrinciple #Absolute0 #KelvinScale #Ireland #HappyBirthday

🎤#synikia went to the International Building Physics Conference (IBPC) 2024💡 Held in Toronto, Canada, is the ninth official triennial conference of the International Association of Building Physics (IABP). The IBPC conferences bring together researchers, practitioners, educators, and students from the #building science and building #physics sectors worldwide🏗️. The syn.ikia project is represented by Daniel Satoła from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He presented a summary of the research related to #energy and indoor environment quality performance predictions for multi-residential demonstration projects in four European climates.🏘️ The discussions focused on the concept of #Sustainable #PlusEnergy #Neighborhoods (SPEN), key performance indicators, challenges and opportunities related to scaling plus energy buildings (#PEN) to #SPEN, and the performance gap between predictions from performance models and operational monitoring data. If you would like to go more in depth, all the resources are available on our website: 🟣scientific reports➡️https://lnkd.in/eAV-etrw 🟣technical reports➡️https://lnkd.in/eGFPmxdx

I'm excited to be at ANS Winter in Orlando this week where four of my PhD students are presenting: Mon, 2:00 PM, Canaveral 2, Jeremy Smith "RoM Thermal Property Development for NTP Advanced Carbides in Bison" Mon, 3:15 PM, Canaveral 2, Kaylee Cunningham "Modeling UN Fission Gas Release in BISON for Microreactor Applications" Wed, 1:00 PM, Canaveral 1, Yogesh Kumar "Benchmarking the Current Capability of BISON to Model Constituent Redistribution and Swelling in U-Zr Annular Fuels Without a Sodium Bond," Wed, 1:20 PM, Canaveral 1, Thompson Igunma "Phase Field Modeling of Irradiation Impact on the Corrosion Behavior of SS 316H by Molten Salt" #ANSMeeting #ANSWinter2024

Materials Science in Extreme Environments (MSEE) https://lnkd.in/e9Eq72Nf highlighted me and my work in the 2024 Annual Newsletter under personnel spotlight: Together with my advisor Edward Dreizin and co-advisor Mirko Schoenitz, we are investigating the thermal decomposition of the chemical warfare agent (CWA) surrogate DIMP at moderate temperatures. We are also exploring the interactions of DIMP with the combustion products of reactive materials. Working with CWA surrogates is challenging, yet we did not stop there; we have also examined the thermophysical properties of DIMP. Throughout this process, we have collaborated with many research groups under MSEE, which has been inspiring. Working with MSEE has been a rewarding and engaging experience, allowing me to participate in innovative projects and collaborate with leading experts in the field, providing me with invaluable research experience.

17 PhD Positions on Atmospheric Dust which we are now recruiting for: We are launching the Dust Doctoral Network, and we have 17 unique PhD opportunities on the theme of atmospheric dust, and based in Nicosia, Cyprus; Reading, UK; Évora, Portugal; Athens, Greece; Barcelona, Spain; Darmstadt, Germany; Karlsruhe, Germany; and Davos, Switzerland. I would greatly appreciate if you could circulate this announcement within your scientific network and to potentially interested students. Dust-DN: PhD opportunities on atmospheric dust Looking for a prestigious PhD opportunity in Europe? With this message I would like to introduce you to the DUST DOCTORAL NETWORK (Dust-DN, https://dust-dn.cyi.ac.cy/ ) which is recruiting on 17 ambitious research projects in the theme of *atmospheric dust*. Dust is a major atmospheric aerosol, and it gives us one of the most visible and detectable aspects of transboundary transport of atmospheric constituents, impacting visibility, radiation and climate. It affects the environment, society, and several economic sectors, with impacts on the transportation and energy sectors for example, the nature and cost of which is not fully understood and quantified. The Dust Doctoral Network will train a cohort of scientists to become leaders in this field of research. Dust-DN in a nutshell: The first doctoral network on a European scale (to our knowledge), bringing together expertise on mineral dust in the atmosphere, combining multidisciplinary aspects. A strategic international, interdisciplinary and intersectoral alliance of high-profile partners, able to leverage on unique state-of-the-art facilities A careful blend between individual research projects and integrated combined training and networking, and a critical mass on dust-focused studies using complementary methodologies. Exposure of the doctoral candidates to differing research and working environments, multiple technologies and methodologies. Training in the atmospheric sciences, dust science questions, transferable skills and on the partners’ unique research infrastructures, enabling to tackle the bigger picture of dust challenges. Dedicated applied research projects with direct contributions and impacts embedded with the societal and industrial sector. Are you interested in this exciting opportunity? Please visit our webpage ( https://dust-dn.cyi.ac.cy/ ) and consider the positions available (deadline for applications: 31 August 2024). The selected candidates will be appointed under a 36-months full-time employment contract and will be enrolled in a PhD programme at one or more project partner institutions, under the MSCA scheme ( https://lnkd.in/gYF_mV4F ). Best wishes, Claire Ryder and the Dust-DN Team