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DTSTAMP:20260909T145311
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T153000
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:IES Energy Seminar Series - Elucidating phase-change heat transfer mechanisms and their role in developing next generation energy systems
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nLiquid–vapor phase change is one of the most effective ways to absorb and reject thermal energy\, yet many of the mechanisms governing phase-change heat transfer remain poorly understood. In this talk\, I will discuss our recent advances in optical diagnostics that have enabled us to directly probe the physics of boiling heat transfer. We find that bubbles substantially enhance single-phase liquid heat transfer by increasing turbulence within the liquid\, enabling a simple model that predicts the boiling curve from optical measurements alone - without machine learning. I will also discuss our measurements of microlayer evaporation\, where a new spatial-temporal analysis technique enables accurate determination of microlayer thickness and accommodation coefficient\, and motivates a boundary-layer-based scaling law for the initial microlayer thickness. Together\, these studies demonstrate how advanced optical measurements can reveal previously inaccessible heat-transfer mechanisms and translate them into predictive models that provide a foundation for designing next generation thermal energy systems.\n\nBiography:\nMatt Hughes is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at University of Michigan and currently an editor of the journals Applied Thermal Engineering and AI Thermal Fluids. He was previously a Research Scientist in the Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.  His research focuses on the fundamentals of multi-phase flow and heat transfer\, autonomous operation of thermal hydraulic systems and experiments\, and advanced thermal system design.\n\nFor the most up to date information on the location\, please check the related link the week of this event
UID:150369-21909103@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/150369
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free
LOCATION:Francois-Xavier Bagnoud Building - FXB1012
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260928T140226
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T173000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Catalyst Discovery for Metal-free\, Photoredox CO2 Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Our goal is to identify sustainable\, light-driven routes for CO2 utilization. Prior experiments show that upon excitation by light and subsequent reduction\, a simple organic chromophore\, p-terphenyl\, can reduce and transform CO2 into valuable molecules such as amino acids. These photoredox reactions are attractive because organic chromophores are metal-free and can access highly reactive states upon excitation and quenching that are otherwise energy-intensive. However\, the steps of the photoredox cycle and the reasons for the low turnover numbers of these catalysts are poorly understood. We use state-of-the-art quantum chemistry methods and automated workflows to delineate mechanisms of steps constituting the catalytic cycle\, develop design principles\, and leverage these insights to drive the discovery of viable chromophores. The driving force for the desired electron transfer (ET) step to reduce CO2 cannot be increased without simultaneously increasing that for competing deactivation via carboxylation\; this indicates the existence of fundamental relationships that limit catalyst performance. Deactivation can also occur via Birch reduction of the catalyst by the radical cation form of the sacrificial electron donor. These steps are highly sensitive to the choice of solvent\, as is the quenching of the excited-state catalyst. I will describe our work establishing a protocol for calculating and characterizing excited-state complexes (exciplexes) that are the result of incomplete quenching. I will also share our recent efforts towards applying structural causal frameworks to photoredox chemistry.
UID:151929-21912474@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/151929
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Physical Chemistry,Chemistry
LOCATION:Chemistry Dow Lab - CHEM 1640
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DTSTAMP:20260908T114922
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:EEB Thursday Seminar Series - Understanding adaptation to anthropogenic disturbance at a global scale
DESCRIPTION:Seminar Summary - Anthropogenic disturbance is a dominant force driving evolutionary change on Earth today. From global land use change\, to resource extraction and consumption\, to rapid and ongoing climate change\, humans are fundamentally changing our planet. While the geochemical\, ecosystem and ecological consequences of anthropogenic caused environmental change are well studied and increasingly understood\, the impacts on evolution are less understood. In this talk I will address this problem by seeking to answer a single general question: How does anthropogenic disturbance influence the evolution of life? As a case example\, I will describe our work on the the cosmopolitan plant white clover\, where we are examining how various anthropogenic disturbances affect all major mechanisms of evolution. I will describe our global studies examining whether urbanization affects phenotypic and genomic evolution. I will then explore whether invasive populations can adapt to novel environments in their invaded range\, including the role of functional traits and structural variants across the genome in these adaptations. Finally\, I will explore whether populations can adapt to rapid climate change through time in introduced and native ranges. The results from the white clover system provide insight into when species are likely to be able to adapt to anthropogenic disturbance\, and when they may be unable to adapt. When combined with studies of other systems\, it is becoming clear that anthropogenic disturbance is becoming one of the most important drivers of evolution.
UID:151705-21912004@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/151705
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Workshop,Talk,symposium,Science,evolutionary biology,Research
LOCATION:Biological Sciences Building - 1060
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260902T145359
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T180000
SUMMARY:Reception / Open House:From Frightful to Delightful: East Asian Monsters in the Stacks
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Halloween in the Asia Library\, and meet the monsters lurking in our collections! This exhibit brings together demons\, shape-shifters\, and mythical beasts from across East Asia. You'll discover how those East Asian monstrous creatures have frightened\, amused\, and fascinated audiences across cultures and generations.\n\nCome encounter whimsical and eerie beings that defy easy categorization\, and discover what they can tell us about the societies that created and reimagined them. This event offers a playful exploration of East Asian folklore\, literature\, art\, and popular culture. Costumes and curiosity are welcome!\n\nThird Thursdays at the Library is a themed monthly open house where we share materials from our collections. While you’re here\, pick up a passport and collect a stamp from each of this month's Third Thursday locations — Asia Library\, Clark Library\, International Studies\, and the Special Collections Research Center — to win a prize!
UID:151411-21911551@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/151411
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Asian Languages And Cultures,Free,Library
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Asia Library (4th floor-North)
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DTSTAMP:20261009T182127
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T180000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:FYRST Workshops 2026 - 2027
DESCRIPTION:If you are only seeing one workshop\, please SIGN-IN and refresh the Sessions page! If still having issues\, click this link. \nFirst-Year Relationship and Sexuality Talk (FYRST) is a required\, in-person\, and peer-facilitated workshop that came directly from feedback and listening sessions with current University of Michigan students. Our goal is to create an accessible\, supportive space for student-driven conversations where all identities and experiences are welcomed and in which students can build skills and tools around identifying goals and values and then communicate effectively about those. Workshops will be offered at multiple locations and times throughout the fall semester\, so please sign up for the workshop that works for you!! First-Year Relationship Sexuality Talk (FYRST) FAQ:\n“How many workshops do I have to sign up for?”\nYou only need to sign up for 1 workshop. Attending 1 workshop will fulfill the requirement for the training. \n“I see that there is more than one session\, does it matter which one I sign up for?”\nIt generally does not matter which workshop you sign up for. There will be a few that are designated for specific groups such as transfer students or for students looking for accommodations. If you do not fit these groups please try to save these workshops for those that do and you are free to choose among any of the other workshops. \n“Is this workshop required?”\nThis workshop is required for all transfer and first-year students at the University of Michigan.\n“I’ve experienced harm around relationships or sexual experiences in the past and I am worried that attending this workshop may be harmful for me.” \nOur team is aware that students who are coming into the university that have experienced harm in the past. Our workshop is specifically designed to respect and validate the experiences of survivors and has been carefully constructed to avoid any specific descriptions of violence and focus instead on themes of empowerment\, communication\, and boundary setting. However\, if you still have concerns about programming and would like to request alternative programming\, please feel free to reach out at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.\n“What if I struggle to learn in a presentation setting? I’m an active learner.”\nOur workshop is built to meet a variety of learning styles\, including time for self-reflection\, small group sharing\, and resources to take with you to work through on your own time! This workshop is meant to be interactive and inclusive. \n“Can I request accommodations?”\nWe considered accessibility in creating this workshop and selecting the locations in which the workshops are help. However\, we recognize many places at the University are inaccessible and we've set an * next to workshops that are on the first floor and lack stairs. These workshops also will have a presentation (other workshops we do not) and are a good fit for those who might need a large font. Please sign up for those if you feel that accommodations would assist you and reach out to SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu if you are concerned or have questions. \n“I missed my workshop\, what should I do ?”\nOur team tracks attendance at each workshop by having participants swipe in with their MCard. If you are not able to attend the workshop you signed up for\, our team will continue to send reminder emails until you have completed a workshop. In this case\, please sign up for another workshop as soon as you can as the workshop is required and may fill up especially near the end of the semester. No need to contact SAPAC unless you are not able to reschedule. \n“I have had gender-based violence training before\, can I get this requirement waived?”\nAs this workshop was designed with University of Michigan student feedback in mind\, our workshop is unique to the UM community. Our curriculum focuses on individualized reflection and because of its interactive nature\, each workshop will be unique to the people attending. Although we are excited you already have familiarity with the subject\, this workshop is required for every first year and transfer student. \n“I’m a commuter/non-traditional student\, do I still have to attend?\"\nYes\, this workshop is required for every first-year and transfer student - not only do we want every student to benefit from having this time to connect with peers\, but we also want to make sure your peers benefit from what you bring to our community. If you have any concerns or questions about being able to participate\, please contact SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.\n“I still have questions! Who should I contact?\"\nPlease contact us at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.
UID:149176-21905922@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/149176
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:2210ABC (Union, 2nd Floor)
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260904T155355
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T160000
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SUMMARY:Reception / Open House:Magic and Monsters
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to be spooked by Stephen King’s “Dreamcatcher” monster (Lawrence Kasdan Papers)\, get into the Halloween spirit with witchcraft and wizardry\, learn about real family curses\, and surround yourself with mystical creatures from Special Collections!\n\nHave a magical and spooky Halloween!\n\nJoin us in the Special Collections Research Center (on the 6th floor of Hatcher) for Third Thursdays at the Library\, a themed monthly open house where we share materials from our collections. While you’re here\, pick up a passport and collect a stamp from each of the four Third Thursday Open Houses — Asia Library\, Clark Library\, International Studies\, and Special Collections Research Center — to win a poster.
UID:151609-21911823@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/151609
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Library,Free,Food
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Special Collections Research Center, 6th floor
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260904T155712
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T160000
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SUMMARY:Reception / Open House:Magic and Monsters in Folklore Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Explore Magic and Monsters through folklore materials from the International Studies collections. Featuring supernatural beings\, legendary creatures\, spirits\, and shape-shifters from around the globe\, this exhibit examines how stories of magic and monsters help cultures interpret the unknown\, express shared values\, and confront fears. \n\nDiscover surprising connections and fascinating differences across global traditions\, and consider how these fearsome\, protective\, mysterious\, or misunderstood figures reveal what communities fear\, value\, question\, and imagine. Come browse the exhibit\, meet creatures from around the world\, and decide for yourself which ones deserve their fearsome reputations.\n\nJoin us in International Studies (1st floor Hatcher) for Third Thursdays at the Library\, a themed monthly open house where we share materials from our collections. While you’re here\, pick up a Third Thursdays Passport and collect a stamp! Make it around to all four Third Thursday Open Houses — Clark Library\, International Studies\, Asia Library\, and Special Collections Research Center — and win a prize!
UID:151610-21911824@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/151610
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Library,International,Global,Free,Food
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - International Studies Reading Room, 1st Floor
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