The ISVR at 50: Making a World of Difference Event
- Date:
- 11 - 12 July 2013
- Venue:
- Turner Sims Concert Hall, Highfield Campus
For more information regarding this event, please telephone ISVR 50th Anniversary on 023 8059 2291 or email isvr50@soton.ac.uk .
Event details
In 2013 the Institute of Sound and Vibration Research (ISVR) will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of its foundation. On the 11th and 12th July 2013 Engineering and the Environment will host a two day Symposium.
Invited speakers who have links to the ISVR will give presentations on sound and vibration topics having scientific, engineering and societal impact. The celebrations will encourage interaction between participants and guests with tours, demonstrations and social events. For up to date details see the dedicated 50th Anniversary Website
Symposium Programme
Thursday 11th July 2013
| 1300 | Buffet lunch |
| Chair: Professor Phil Nelson, Pro Vice-Chancellor, University of Southampton | |
| 1400 | Symposium Opening and welcome from Vice-Chancellor/Dean of Faculty |
| 1415 | The ISVR; a Brief History: Professor Bob White, Former Director, ISVR |
| 1450 | Presenters: Ms Julie Brinton, South of England Cochlear Implant Centre Professor Tim Leighton, ISVR Professor Goran Pavić, Institut National des Sciences Appliquées, Lyon |
| 1645 | Tea |
| 1730 | E J Richards Lecture: ‘Thirty Years of Auditorium Design' Chair for Lecture Professor Brian Clarkson, Former Director, ISVR Speaker: Mr Rob Harris, Global Acoustic Leader, Arup |
| 1845 | Drinks reception and BBQ in the Staff Club |
Friday 12th July 2013
| Chair: Professor Frank Fahy, ISVR | |
| 0930 | Presenters: Professor Mike Griffin, ISVR Professor Stuart Bolton, Purdue University |
| 1030 | Coffee |
| 1100 | Presenters: Mr Colin Smith CBE, Rolls-Royce Mr John Shelton, AcSoft |
| 1230 | Buffet Lunch |
| Chair: Professor Joe Hammond, ISVR | |
| 1345 | Presenters: Professor Paul White, ISVR Mr John Dixon, ISVR |
| 1445 | Tea |
| 1515 | Presenters: Professor Steve Elliott, ISVR Dr Stefan Bleeck, ISVR |
| 1630 | Symposium Closure: ISVR Director Professor Jeremy Astley |
| 1645 | Tea |
| 1845 | Main social function in the Staff Club; ISVR History (DVD, photos, videos), Musical entertainment, buffet supper, closing speeches |
Book your place online
Delegate rates:
Rates include lectures, refreshments, buffet lunches and the social functions.
- Day 1 only: £25.00
- Day 2 only: £30.00
- Full Attendance: £50.00
- Full Double Ticket: £80.00
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