Events

Velocity and the Faculty of Science provides students interested in a science startup with the lab space, equipment, and mentorship needed to initiative and develop world-class science companies. 

Join us to celebrate the opening of the new Velocity Science lab, which has tripled in size to 2,500 sq. ft. Refreshments will be served.

Register: http://velocity.uwaterloo.ca/event/velocity-science-grand-opening/

Tuesday, July 12, 2016
2-4 p.m.
ESC 319

The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology presents

Bacterial biofilm research renaissance by combining nanoscience and microfluidics

Professor Jesse Greener
Department of Chemistry
Laval University

Tuesday, July 12, 2016
3:00-4:00 p.m.
QNC 1501

Further information can be found on the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology website. 

From bench to business: Why having a multi-billion dollar idea is only 5% of becoming a successful business.

Speaking at this talk is Miron Derchansky, an accomplished entrepreneur and strategist who will provide insight into his experience developing a neuro-software startup and successfully raising $5M from Canadian investors. Pizza and water provided.

Register: http://velocity.uwaterloo.ca/event/velocity-start-speaking-startup-with-miron-derchansky/

pH-controlled complex formation in charged polymer systems

Kenneth R. Shull
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL USA

åThursday, July 14, 2016
3:30 p.m.
E6-2024

(coffee and donuts served at 3:20 PM)

Electrical conductivity, electromagnetic interference shielding and dielectric properties of carbon nanotube/polymer nanocomposites

Mohammad Arjmand
Postdoctoral Scholar
Polymer Processing Group
​University of Calgary

Monday, July 18, 2016
11:30 AM
E6-2024

​Coffee and donuts served at 11:20 a.m.

Adhesion, friction & lubrication of surfaces & liquid films and their relation to diverse phenomena such as how geckos climb on walls and ceilings, surface damage and sensing

Professor Jacob Israelachvili
Chemical Engineering
University of California Santa Barbara, USA

Thursday, July 21, 2016
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
QNC Room 0101

Reception to follow

  
Join the Entrepreneurship Society for their Stages of Entrepreneurship Mixer! Whether you have a budding entrepreneurial spirit, currently work for a startup, or have already started your own company, this event is for you. Come on out to the Abe Erb Brewery to network with future teammates and enthusiastic peers, all while enjoying great appetizers and drinks.

Thursday, July 21, 2016
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Abe Erb (15 King St S)

Remember to come early as the first 50 people will receive a free drink!

Spring term 2016 lectures and classes end on Tuesday, July 26.

Spring term 2016 pre-examination days run from Wednesday, July 27 to Monday, August 1.

The role of mathematical modeling and computer simulation in nanotechnology

Professor Duncan J. Mowbray
Juan de la Cierva Research Fellow
Nano-Bio Spectroscopy Group
Universidad del País Vasco (UPV/EHU)
Centro Joxe Mari Korta
Donostia - San Sebastián, Spain

Thursday, July 28th , 2016
3:30-4:30 p.m.
QNC 1501

Further information can be found on the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology website