About this day
For A level and IB students
Five sessions of phenomenal physics will be brought to you by the brightest lights in the field in 2019. Join us for a day full of inspiration, challenge and experimentation across the breadth of physics. A special session on examination success will provide students with the tools to excel. We look forward to welcoming you to Physics in Action this year!
Programme & speakers
The SI redefined Michael de Podesta, National Physical Laboratory
2019 sees changes to the definitions of the kilogram, ampere, kelvin and mole, four of the seven ‘SI’ units. Michael explains these changes and why, even though you probably didn’t even notice anything, you should be happy about them.
About Michael de Podesta
Michael’s research interests concern all aspects of temperature measurement. Michael is a chartered physicist, a member of the Institute of Physics, and received an MBE for Services to Science
Strange ice Andrea Sella, UCL
About Andrea Sella
Andrea is a synthetic chemist and broadcaster who is interested in the structure and bonding in the rare earths. He has been involved in numerous radio and television projects.
The physics of smart buildings Ozak Esu, Centre for Smart Homes and Buildings
Building physics employs creative ways to manipulate a building’s indoor and outdoor environment to influence its performance. Ozak introduces the basics of building physics and the application of smart electronics and technology to improve operational efficiencies.
About Ozak Esu
Ozak is the Technical Lead in Smart Buildings at The Centre for Smart Homes and Buildings. She arrived the UK from Nigeria at 17 to study for a degree and PhD in electronic and electrical engineering at Loughborough University.
Electrifying the voice Trevor Cox, University of Salford
How does the voice work and how has it been changed by technology? Drawing on examples from opera to hip-hop, Trevor shows how physics, psychology and neuroscience can help explain diverse singing styles.
About Trevor Cox
Trevor Cox is Professor of Acoustic Engineering at Salford University where he teaches and researches room acoustics and audio.
Exploring the invisible universe Jen Gupta, Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation, University of Portsmouth
We see only a tiny fraction of all there is in our possibly-infinite universe. Jen will look at the universe in different wavelengths across the electromagnetic spectrum, and explore some of the unsolved mysteries facing astrophysicists and cosmologists today.
About Jen Gupta
Jen Gupta is an astrophysicist who loves to talk about how awesome space is with anyone who will listen!