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January 2018

  Mon 8 Jan 2018First day of teaching for Semester 2
  Wed 10 Jan 2018
 13:00 - 14:00
Education Board
  Wed 17 Jan 2018Postgraduate (taught) virtual Open Day
This will be an online Open Day where prospective students can chat to admissions tutors. Prospective students will not be on campus.
  Wed 31 Jan 2018
 13:00 - 14:30
SEMS All Staff Meeting
  Wed 31 Jan 2018
 14:45 - 15:15
Study Abroad SEB
To follow.

February 2018

  Wed 7 Feb 2018
 13:00 - 15:00
UG SSLC
  Wed 7 Feb 2018
 15:00 - 16:00
TPG SSLC
  Wed 7 Feb 2018
 16:00 - 17:00
An overview of our Conversion MSc programmes in Mechanical, Sustainable and Biomedical Engineering
As part of our PG Open Evening taking place on the 7th of February Dr Henri Huijberts will be giving a talk for any prospective applicants interested in our Conversion MSc programmes. The talk will…
  Wed 7 Feb 2018
 16:30 - 19:00
Postgraduate (taught) Open Evening
If you are considering postgraduate study, joins us at our next Postgraduate Open Evening to find out about the world- leading research, teaching and support we have on offer at Queen Mary. Find…
  Thu 8 Feb 2018
 12:00 - 17:00
Research Skills for Undergraduates Research Skills for Undergraduates
Dear QMUL Undergraduate students, Do you need help with referencing, databases, search engines, or all the above? Are you having difficulty finding and organising your research? Find us in…
  Mon 12
 - Fri 16 Feb 2018
Engineering Spring SchoolEngineering Spring School
We will provide Y12 students with a chance to sample what engineering at QMUL can offer. Places are assigned on a strict basis and eligible schools will be contacted by the Widening Participation…
  Wed 14 Feb 2018
 13:00 - 14:00
Education and Learning Group
  Wed 14 Feb 2018
 13:00 - 14:00
(AEFM Division) Lipschitz Global Optimization
Abstract. Global optimization is a thriving branch of applied mathematics and an extensive literature is dedicated to it. In this lecture, the global optimization problem of a multidimensional…
  Wed 14 Feb 2018
 14:30 - 15:30
(AEFM Division) Lattice Boltzmann modelling and simulation of complex multiphase flows
Abstract. Multiphase flow techniques have a broad range of applications in the fields of biomedicine, chemical engineering, energy and environment. Currently, multiphase flows have not been well…
  Wed 14 Feb 2018
 15:30 - 16:30
(AEFM Division) Nonlinear shape manifold learning with applications to shape optimization and materials science
Abstract. We present the concept of a “shape manifold” designed for reduced order representation of complex “shapes” encountered in mechanical problems, such as design optimization,…
  Mon 19
 - Fri 23 Feb 2018
Week 7 Semester B
  Wed 21 Feb 2018
 13:00 - 14:00
(AEFM Division) A hybrid molecular dynamics / fluctuating hydrodynamics approach for modelling liquids at multiple scales in space and time
Abstract. In the presentation, a novel multiscale state-variable coupling scheme between the Molecular Dynamics and the Fluctuating Hydrodynamics representations of the same liquid is considered. In…
  Wed 21 Feb 2018
 15:00 - 16:00
Materials Divison Meeting

March 2018

  Wed 7 Mar 2018
 10:00 - 17:00
Alumni Industrial Liaison ForumAlumni Industrial Liaison Forum
This particular forum will focus on building new opportunities to develop research collaborations within SEMS and the Materials Research Institute (MRI). As always we hope to build new relationships…
  Wed 14 Mar 2018
 13:00 - 14:00
Education Board
  Wed 14 Mar 2018
 14:00 - 15:00
(AEFM Division) Modeling swimming at the micrometer scale: numerical results, engineering applications, and challenges ahead (AEFM Division) Modeling swimming at the micrometer scale: numerical results, engineering applications, and challenges ahead
ABSTRACT: Many cells and microorganisms are motile: they are capable of navigating fluid environments to accomplish tasks required for survival (feeding, evading predators) or specialized functions …
  Wed 14 Mar 2018
 15:00 - 16:30
Materials Division Meeting
  Sat 17 Mar 2018
 10:00 - 17:00
Trash-to-Treasure International WorkshopTrash-to-Treasure International Workshop
One-day only, hands-on, Trash-to-Treasure International Workshop (focused on reuse and recycling!) Resurrect your old electronics into VERY LOW COST INSTRUMENTS by combining 3D printing and…
  Wed 21 Mar 2018
 12:00 - 13:00
Academic Standards Committee Meeting
  Wed 21 Mar 2018
 13:00 - 14:30
UG SSLC
  Wed 21 Mar 2018
 15:00 - 16:30
TPG SSLC
  Wed 21 Mar 2018
 15:00 - 19:00
Workshop on Assistive Robotics & TechnologiesWorkshop on Assistive Robotics & Technologies
Robotics and assistive technologies can improve mobility for persons with a disability. Such technologies are diverse: powered wheelchairs, prosthetic limbs, wearable exoskeletons, etc. Safe and…
  Thu 22 Mar 2018
 18:30 - 19:30
Prof. Vassili ToropovThe Inaugural Lecture of Prof. Vassili Toropov: 'Lose weight and go electric: planes, trains and automobiles'
Vassili Toropov is Professor of Aerospace Engineering and Chair of the Division of Aerospace Engineering and Fluid Mechanics in the School of Engineering and Materials Science. He is a Chartered…
  Fri 23 Mar 2018
 13:30 - 16:45
Biomedial Applications of ElastomersConference: Biomedial Applications of Elastomers
The IOM3 Rubber in Engineering Group is hosting an afternoon technical discussion meeting (ATDM) will focus on the behaviour of elastomers that are used in biomedical applications. Introduction -…
  Thu 29 Mar 2018Last day of Semester B

April 2018

  Wed 11 Apr 2018
 13:00 - 14:00
Education and Learning Group
  Tue 17 Apr 2018
 09:30 - 17:00
PhD Year 1 Induction Course (DC100)
PhD Induction (DC100) This is a one day induction event for new PhD students. The day will give a brief overview of a research degree at Queen Mary and allow you to meet other students who have…
  Mon 23
 - Fri 27 Apr 2018
Revision week
  Mon 23 Apr 2018
 10:00 - 12:00
Examination Skills WorkshopsExamination Skills Workshops
Next week, Learning Development will be running a series of Examination Skills Workshops and Exam-related Drop-ins in the Blomeley Rooms of the Students’ Union! The format for the session is a…
  Thu 26 Apr 2018
 08:45 - 17:30
The Russell Binions Memorial SymposiumThe Russell Binions Memorial Symposium
The School of Engineering and Materials Science are proud to announce The Russell Binions Memorial Symposium, which will take place on Thursday 26th April 2018 in People’s Palace Seminar Rooms PP1 &…
  Mon 30 Apr
 - Fri 8 Jun 2018
Exam period

May 2018

  Wed 2 May 2018
 12:00 - 14:30
SEMS All Staff Meeting
  Tue 8 May 2018
 11:00 - 12:00
SEMS Health and Safety Committee
  Wed 9 May 2018
 14:00 - 15:00
AEFM Seminar: Reduced-order Transport Models for Energy and the EnvironmentAEFM Seminar: Reduced-order Transport Models for Energy and the Environment
Abstract. In this talk, I will introduce several reduced-order modelling studies motivated by energy resource recovery and global climate change mitigation. In particular, I will demonstrate the key…
  Wed 16 May 2018
 13:00 - 14:00
Education Board
  Tue 22 May 2018
 13:00 - 15:00
SEMS School Leadership Group
  Wed 30 May 2018
 11:00 - 13:00
Engaging through filmEngaging through film
As part of The Centre for Public Engagement' s series of Engaging topics, join us for an informal discussion of how film can be used to engage audiences in a variety of ways. Hear from three…

June 2018

  Fri 8 Jun 2018
 11:45 - 14:00
Intercalated Symposium and Networking Event
  Mon 11
 - Fri 15 Jun 2018
QMUL-NPU  Summer School and Workshop on Energy NanomaterialsQMUL-NPU Summer School and Workshop on Energy Nanomaterials
We are pleased to announce that the 2nd QMUL-NPU Summer School and Workshop - Energy Nanomaterials will take place from the 11th to 15th June 2018. This event will host 15 PhD students and 8…
  Tue 12 Jun 2018
 10:00 - 12:00
EC committee meeting
  Wed 13 Jun 2018
 13:00 - 14:00
Education and Learning Group
  Thu 14 Jun 2018
 10:00 - 13:00
Engineering Pre-lim SEB Years 3 & 4
  Fri 15 Jun 2018
 10:30 - 13:00
Materials Pre-lim SEB
  Fri 15 Jun 2018
 14:00 - 17:00
Pre-lim TPG SEB
  Mon 18 Jun 2018
 14:00 - 17:00
Materials Final SEB
  Wed 20 Jun 2018
 10:00 - 13:00
Engineering Final SEB Years 1, 2 & 3
  Wed 20 Jun 2018
 14:00 - 17:00
Engineering Final SEB Years 3 & 4
  Thu 21 Jun 2018
 09:00 - 17:00
Teaching and learning day
  Fri 22
 - Sat 23 Jun 2018
QMUL Open Day
  Tue 26 Jun 2018
 15:00 - 17:00
Image Awards Prize Ceremony and ExhibitionImage Awards Prize Ceremony and Exhibition
Join us for the official Prize Giving Ceremony and Exhibition of the Life Science Image Awards 2018 on Tuesday 26th June. Where our panel of judges – including Wellcome Image Awards Coordinator…
  Wed 27 Jun 2018Final TPG SEB

July 2018

  Tue 3 Jul 2018
 11:00 - 12:00
SEMS Health and Safety Committee
  Fri 6 Jul 2018
 10:00 - 12:00
UG DEB Meeting
  Thu 12 Jul 2018
 14:00 - 15:00
Two Phase Flows with ComplexitiesTwo Phase Flows with Complexities
Real two-phase flows can be much affected by departures from the basic model of two-phase flows that is commonly used (incompressible flows of perfectly clean fluids, without contact lines). This…
  Tue 17 Jul 2018
 13:30 - 15:30
Managing Exam Stress WorkshopManaging Exam Stress Workshop
Resitting exams this August? Feeling stressed and not sure how to cope? Sounds like you? Come along and get some support! 15 available places available on a first come, first served basis.
  Wed 18 Jul 2018
 12:00 - 15:00
Postgraduate Virtual Open Day
Find out more about life as a postgraduate at our university and gain access to videos, downloads and other resources. All you need to take part is an internet connection; you won't need a webcam and…
  Wed 18 Jul 2018
 13:00 - 14:00
Education Board
  Wed 18 Jul 2018
 15:00 - 16:00
Division of Mechanical Engineering Meeting
  Fri 20 Jul 2018TPG DEB Meeting
  Mon 23
 - Fri 27 Jul 2018
Graduation Week
  Fri 27 Jul 2018
 14:00 - 16:30
SEMS Summer graduation ceremony

August 2018

  Mon 6
 - Fri 17 Aug 2018
Late summer exam period
  Wed 15 Aug 2018
 13:00 - 14:00
Education and Learning Group
  Thu 16 Aug 20182018 A level results day
Sixth Form students receive their results and find out if they have been placed at their Firm choice institution. Clearing begins.

September 2018

  Tue 4 Sep 2018
 13:00 - 17:00
LSR Final SEB
  Mon 17
 - Fri 21 Sep 2018
Welcome Week
  Tue 18 Sep 2018
 11:00 - 12:00
SEMS Health and Safety Committee
  Mon 24 Sep 2018First day of teaching for Semester A
  Mon 24 Sep 2018
 10:00 - 13:00
PhD Enrolment

October 2018

  Wed 3 Oct 2018
 12:00 - 13:00
Academic Standards Meeting
  Thu 4 Oct 2018
 14:00 - 17:00
TPG Final SEB
  Sat 6 Oct 2018
 10:00 - 16:00
QMUL Open DayQMUL Open Day
  Wed 17 Oct 2018
 13:00 - 14:30
UG SSLC
  Wed 17 Oct 2018
 15:00 - 16:00
The 2018 Swinburne Lecture
Professor Cees Bastiaansen has been invited to deliver the highly prestigious Swinburne Lecture on the 17th October 2018 at 3pm at the IOM3. He will talk about his research on "Static & Responsive…
  Wed 17 Oct 2018
 15:00 - 16:30
TPG SSLC
  Fri 19 Oct 2018TPG DEB Meeting

November 2018

  Mon 5
 - Fri 9 Nov 2018
Week 7 Semester A
  Wed 14 Nov 2018
 10:30 - 18:00
Industrial Liaison ForumIndustrial Liaison Forum
This particular forum will focus on building new opportunities to develop research collaborations within SEMS and the MRI. As always we hope to build new relationship and to develop further those we…

December 2018

  Wed 5 Dec 2018TPG SSLC
  Wed 5 Dec 2018
 13:00 - 14:30
UG SSLC
  Fri 14 Dec 2018Last day of teaching Semester A