Another abstract submitted to Acoustics 2012

The Acoustics Group have submitted a fourth abstract to the Institute of Acoustics Spring Conference to be held in Nantes, France in April 2012. Visiting Research Fellow Dr Bob Peters will talk on the Institute of Acoustics Distance Learning Diploma during the Education session run (conveniently by Dr Steve Dance:)

A Visit to Eindhoven University

On the 21st November 2011, Dr Stephen Dance and Mr Luis Gomez visited the Technical University of Eindhoven. After many delays due to fog a productive meeting was held with Prof Renz Luxemburg. A visit to the local concert hall was arranged, and discussions were held on further collaboration!

IoA Reproduced Sound in Brighton

On the 15/16/17th November the Institute of Acoustics held the Reproduced Sound Conference in Brighton. Luis Gomez represented the Acoustics Group in discussions, which were obviously informal! Looks like fun though.

Abstract submitted to ASA in Hong Kong

On the 19th November 2011, an abstract entitled, 'Improving orchestra pits for the benefit of musicians', was submitted to the 163rd Acoustical Society of America held jointly with the Acoustical Society of China in Hong Kong. The paper was a collaboration with 3 MSc students Sarah, Alba and Sheldon. Looking forward to May 2012.

Bridget gives the IoA Xmas dinner speech

On the 9th November 2011 the Institute of Acoustics London Branch held it's Christmas Dinner at the Bleeding Heart Restaurant amongst the student protests. We had to be kettled along the way!! Bridget gave a presentation on 'Life's Leq' - a great title which covered 37 years in acoustics - with lots of emphasising old photographs. There was also great support from researchers past and present :)

Bridget wins Life Time Achievement Award

On the 8th November 2011, to Professor Shield's great surprise, the Noise Abatement Society presented her their Life Time Achievement Award at a packed ceremony at the Houses of Parliament. Bridget’s research has informed new legislation on the acoustic design of schools and, in 2003, she was appointed by the Department for Education and Skills, as editor of Building Bulletin 93 which contains the statutory acoustic performance specifications for schools, under the Building Regulations. Well done - shame the crystal trophy got chipped!

Steve wins Mentoring Award from the ASA

Dr Stephen Dance was nominated by his students 2009-10 for the Acoustical Society of America Student Mentoring award. He is the first non American to win and the first non Professor. Thanks guys - you see Facebook does have a practical use!