- May 10, 2024
- Posted by: M. Sadegh Riasi
- Category: Society News
Oral presenters, who have not yet uploaded their presentations, can do so via this link.
Detailed program
The detailed program is available to view in Whova. Any changes in the schedule will be reflected in Whova. Presenters are reminded to verify their presentation times on the program as presentation times are subject to minor changes.
SAC / LOC activities
The Student Affairs Committee (SAC), together with the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) student representatives, has curated a suite of activities to make your experience at InterPore2024 both memorable and professionally rewarding. Mark your calendars for these must-attend events on Tuesday and Thursday:
| ➡️ Career Development Event
📅 Tuesday, 14 May | ⏰ 14:00-15:30 | 📍 Function Room 35/37 This interactive panel features esteemed academics and industry leaders discussing essential skills for success in the evolving energy and environmental landscapes. You’ll leave with actionable insight into building your competency and effectively showcasing your expertise for “Mastering In-Demand Skills and Expertise Spotlight.” |
➡️ Chinese Art Appreciation Session
📅 Tuesday, 14 May | ⏰ 17:00-18:30 | 📍 Function Room 22 Immerse yourself in China’s rich heritage with our calligraphy and paper-cutting event. This hands-on experience will allow you to appreciate the precision and artistry of these ancient practices. |
| ➡️ ECR Rendezvous Game Night
📅 Tuesday, 14 May | ⏰ 19:00-21:00 | 📍 Bar Constellation Unwind and expand your network in a casual setting. Our Game Night promises exciting games, challenges, and opportunities to strengthen connections with peers. |
➡️ Grant Writing Mastery Workshop
📅 Thursday, 16 May | ⏰ 13:00-15:00 | 📍 Function Room 35/37 Prof. Nima Shokri will guide you through the intricacies of grant writing. Hone your skills in constructing compelling proposals, project design, and budget planning. |
🏆 Spotlight on Excellence: Student Awards at InterPore2024
As you prepare to join us for the enriching lineup of events, we’re thrilled to announce two prestigious awards for students that could be your gateway to recognition and accomplishment:
MDPI Student Poster Award
Nominate yourself for the [MDPI Energies Student Poster Award]Show off your research prowess with a visually compelling poster and take the chance to win one of two 500€ MDPI Student Poster Awards. Stand out from the crowd with your poster and the way you present, and you could be celebrating with a prize that’s not just monetary, but a testament to your hard work.
Invited Student Paper Award by InterPore Journal
Presenting at InterPore2024 also puts you in the running for the prestigious Invited Student Paper Award. Select presenters will earn the chance to submit an invited paper to InterPore Journal, gaining not just visibility but a mark of distinction for their academic portfolio.
Visit us at the Conference!
With the conference just around the corner, we’re happy to extend a warm invitation to visit us at Booth #2 in the exhibition area. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn more about InterPore, including the Foundation, the Academy, the Journal, and our diverse National Chapters. Drop by during breaks for a friendly chat and to stay updated on our latest activities. Plus, you can get your very own copy of the very first issue InterPore Journal while you’re there!
Whether you’re craving information or simply eager to connect, we’re looking forward to seeing you!
Tips for China
For those of you who will be attending the Conference in Qingdao next week, we look very much forward to seeing you! And in case you have not yet started your journey (or are currently en route), here are some tips for a hopefully stress free arrival!
First, you have wonderful weather to look forward to! Sunny and 25°C during the day. More weather updates can be found from Weather China or from Time and Date.
In terms of getting around, Google Maps will not work (unless you are using a VPN). Apple Maps however does work. Non-iPhone users however should download maps for offline use, one option for doing so is here.
China SIM Cards can be purchased at Qingdao Jiaodong Airport. Please make sure to have some Yuans on hand as foreign credit cards are often not accepted. If it is not possible to bring any Yuans with you, then it would be best to withdraw some cash at the ATMs located in the airport when you arrive. Alternatively, there is a bank with a proper ATM just a 5-minute walking distance away from the Shangri La Hotel.
You may also want to consider linking your credit card to one of China’s widely adopted mobile payment platforms such as WeChat and Alipay as a lot of places in China, including taxis, do not accept credit cards. The following tutorials can teach you how to link your bank card to WeChat pay or Alipay. – Introduction videos for Alipay and WeChat.
For help with the Chinese language, you can try using one of the following translators: DeepL, Microsoft Translator, or U Dictionary Translator. Please note that the following apps will not work in China: Google (incl. Chrome, Maps, Translate), WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram, Skype and some other software. Bing can instead be used as a browser.
Conference courses
There is still time to register for one of the following Friday Conference Courses at InterPore2024!
Multiphase Flow in Permeable Media: A Pore-Scale Perspective – Martin Blunt (Imperial College London) – full day, €150
Introduction to powder metallurgically manufactured porous materials – Olaf Andersen (Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials IFAM) – half day, €75
Advances in CO2 Sequestration in Reactive Basaltic Rocks through Mineral Carbonation – Helge Hellevang, Mohammad Nooraiepour & Mohammad Masoudi (University of Oslo) – half day, €75
If you are interested in registering for one of these courses on Friday, 17 May, please contact Margaret Dieter.