Masterclass 2007
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At Surrey we are strong believers in a great end product - this means both the student and the application of theory to real-life solutions. Come and find how YOU can make a difference in space, medicine, the City, nuclear science ...
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The Physics Masterclass is a fantastic opportunity for Y12 students to deepen their experience and knowledge of physics, and to gain an insight into physics at university. The one-day event provides a range of hands-on experimental workshops based in our research laboratories, covering topics in:
- Nanomaterials- Nanotechnology and nanomaterials are now part of our everyday life. This workshop aims to show how these tiny materials can have a huge impact on the larger, everyday scale. The session will include hands-on activities and a demonstration of an atomic force microscope.
- Nuclear Astrophysics- Nuclei heavier than 56Fe are not energetically favourable for formation by nuclear fusion. However, we can see from the periodic table that elements much heavier than iron (Z=26) exist in nature. So how are these elements formed in stars?
- Medical Physics- There have been huge advances in medical imaging over the past few decades. Increasingly sophisticated use of established techniques such as X-rays enable detailed investigation of the human body without invasive surgery. This workshop will look at the use of computer tomography (CT) to produce three dimensional images of the human body from two dimensional X-ray and optical scans. It will involve hands-on activities and demonstrations.
Programme for Physics Masterclass on Thursday 5th July 2007
| Programme | ||
|---|---|---|
| On arrival, please make your way to Lecture Theatre 1 in the Austin Pearce building.. Please aim to arrive by 10:00, so that the registration can be completed for a 10:15 start. | ||
| Time | Event | Location |
| 10:00 – 10:15 |
Registration and Introduction (Dr. Kathryn Harkup / Dr. Stephen Sweeney) |
Austin Pearce 1 |
| 10:30 – 12:30 |
Session 1: One of the following: |
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| Nuclear Astrophysics (Dr. Paddy Regan) | Radiation Laboratory | |
| Medical Physics (Dr. David Bradley) | X-ray and UG Laboratories | |
| Nanomaterials (Dr. Joe Keddie) | TBD | |
| 12:30 – 13:30 |
LunchPlease return to Austin Pearce 1 after lunch at 13:30 for allocation to the next session |
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| 13:45 – 15:45 |
Session 2: One of the following: |
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| Nuclear Astrophysics (Dr. Paddy Regan) | Radiation Laboratory | |
| Medical Physics (Dr. David Bradley) | X-ray and UG Laboratories | |
| Nanomaterials (Dr. Joe Keddie) | TBD | |
| 16:00 – 16:30 |
Physics at University (Dr. Richard Sear) Conclusion (Dr. Kathryn Harkup / Dr. Stephen Sweeney) |
Austin Pearce 1 |
Information and Reservations
Masterclass students in the Radiation Labs
Attendance at the Masterclass is free to all students and teachers, but advance booking is essential as places are limited. You are welcome to attend as an individual, or as part of a teacher-led group.
For Students: we welcome applications from individual students. The Masterclass is aimed at Y12 students who are studying Physics AS/A2.
For teacher-led groups: we also welcome teacher-led groups of Y12 students. However due to limitations of size, we can only confirm bookings for small groups, with a maximum of 5 students. We may be able to offer places to larger groups later, once the application numbers have become clearer - please contact us for more information about this.
To Reserve Your Place: Whether you are applying as a student or as a teacher, please reserve your Masterclass place by contacting Kathryn Harkup, either by email (k.harkup@surrey.ac.uk) or by writing to:
Physics Masterclass
Kathryn Harkup
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
University of Surrey
Guildford GU2 7XH.
Tel: 01483 686134
Travel directions to the University campus can be found here.
