Testing beautiful sound absorbing panels

 

On the 27th May 2025 three new beautiful designs from Anne Kyyro Quinn were measured in the acoustics laboratory of London South Bank University. The panels were part of the display at the Biennale in Venice and were measured using the Microflown Impedance Gun to gather the sound absorption coefficients. We also kept one for display in the lab! 

Testing at the Royal Festival Hall

 

On the 27th May 2025 Professor Stephen Dance and MSc student Antonella Bevilacqua from London South Bank university measured the acoustics of the seating at the Royal Festival Hall. Using the Microflown impedance gun the sound absorption of a sample of seating was quickly taken. This was part of a project to partially redesign the hall for its 75th anniversary. 

Prof Dance presents at ICA 25 and ASA 188th Meeting in New Orleans

 

On the 18th May 2025 the 188th Acoustical Society of America meeting was held jointly with the 25th ICA conference in New Orleans, USA. Professor Stephen Dance was invited to speak o, "Acoustics of a Choir Rehearsal Room" joint research with Masters student Vincent Tham. He also acted an official student presenter prize assessor. In addition he mentored two student lunches for the purposes of mentoring. The new ICA is in Madeira in 2028 and will have to go some to compete with New Orleans!  

Institute of Acoustics Short Course students 2025

 

On the 16th May 2025 the Acoustics Team of London South Bank University ran the Institute of Acoustics Certificate in Environment Noise Measurement. This is the 12th year we have run the course. Dr Luis Gomez-Agustina delivered the course with the assistance of Dr Haydar Agun and Professor Stephen Dance.  All 12 candidates enjoyed their experience of acoustics. We hope to see some of you back for the Diploma course next Autumn! 

Institute of Acoustics Heat Pump 1 Day Meeting

 

London South Bank University is to host an Institute of Acoustics London Branch meeting on 11th June 2025. This one day meeting is focused on Air Source Heat Pumps. You can register for the event here.

Six PhD Chancellor Scholarships in Acoustics for September 2025

 

On the 9th May 2025 London South Bank University offered six PhD Chancellor Scholarship in Acoustics for entry in September 2025. The School of Engineering and Design is pleased to announce this opportunity for international students, application submission by 30th June 2025. The projects include: Just noticeable difference for speech intelligibility, new technology for speech and hearing, acoustics and robotic manufacturing, Machine Learning for the acoustic and thermal performance of buildings, Heat Pumps and their affect on human health,  and acoustics of composite panels for reducing CO2. See what you think here.

PhD student wins Early Career Award

On the 8th May 2025 at the Institute of Acoustics Awards events at the Balmoral Hotel, Edinburgh Alec Korchev was presented the IOA Early Career Award. Alec won for his research on Wind induced noise in Tall Buildings and his commitment to progressing engagement with the student body for the Association of Noise Consultants. Alec also sits on a UKAN special interest group for Room Acoustics and Communication. He currently works for Clarke Saunders Associations. Well done Alec!