MAPEX Methods Workshops

MAPEX CF-Workshop 2022

"Functional Oxides: Synthesis, Analysis, and Characterization"

Promoted by the MAPEX-CF investigation areas Spectroscopy and X-ray Diffraction, this workshop connected researchers working with 'Functional Oxides' and provided different perspectives ranging from synthesis and characterization to the applications of such materials.Around 30 participants from diverse research areas ranging from Chemistry, Physics, and Engineering joined the event on June 9 and 10, 2022 at the campus of the University of Bremen and also online.

During the two days of the event, a multidisciplinary audience was able to follow invited talks from experts from Germany and abroad showcasing cutting-edge research done with oxides. Hot topics such as synthesis of nanoparticle oxides, thin-film and single-crystal growth, structure-property relationships, and advanced characterization techniques were covered and valuable discussions took place.

The event was closed with guided laboratory tours, where the participants could see firsthand the instrumentation available at MAPEX-CF within the investigation areas Spectroscopy, X-ray Diffraction, and Electron Microscopy.

A complete list of contributions can be found in the workshop's webpage.

MAPEX Methods Workshop 2022

"Fluid Dynamics"

The fourth MAPEX Method workshop was focused on Fluid Dynamics and addressed both experimental and numerical techniques. After being delayed twice, it finally took place on May 12th 2022. The event was fully booked and the audience was filled with around 40 (PhD) students, post docs and MAPEX members that participated in lively discussions. Prof. Marc Avila, director of the ZARM and co-speaker of MAPEX, started the morning with a comprehensive lecture on computational fluid dynamics, followed by three talks that focused molecular and particle diffusion, reactive flows, and multiphase flows. The afternoon sessions focused on experimental methods and started with a lecture of Prof. Andreas Fischer, director of the BIMAQ, giving an overview of experimental techniques to investigate fluid flows. This was followed by three talks that discussed rheology, flow visualization, and microfluidics. The event was accompanied by eight posters from PhD and master students. The day was brought to an end with beers and pretzels and stimulating discussions.

MAPEX Methods Workshop Fluid Dynamics

MAPEX-CF Workshop & User Meeting 2021

"3D Materials Analytics"

Developed within the investigation area 3D Materials Analytics of the MAPEX-CF, this meeting aimed to connect researchers active or interested in the fields of x-ray microscopy and x-ray computed tomography. From engineering to biology, geology, and materials science, the one-day workshop and user meeting hosted around 30 participants from diverse research areas in a fully virtual environment.

Early career researchers were given the opportunity to present their work and also follow an outstanding introductory lecture about 3D X-ray microscopy and X-ray microtomography given by Dr. Wolf-Achim Kahl, displaying the know-how that MAPEX and MAPEX-CF can offer to the science community. The event was complemented by round-table discussions, which instigated the knowledge exchange between the participants further strengthening the commitment of the MAPEX and MAPEX-CF to connect researchers and bridge the gaps between scientific fields.

workshop flyer with a complete list of contributions

Event program