This fall, two members of our SFB team, Monika Ritsch-Marte and Mia Kvåle Løvmo from the subproject on imaging of trapped particles, had the opportunity to attend two prominent international conferences focused on acoustofluidics.
The annual Acoustofluidics 2024 conference, organized by the Acoustofluidics Society, took place in Uppsala, Sweden, from August 14 to 16.
Researchers from around the globe gathered to share insights and discuss a diverse range of topics related to acoustic trapping and microfluidics – from theoretical advancements to innovative devices and novel applications.
In September, The European Summer School on Physical Acoustics and its applications was held in Cargèse in Corsica. The summer school offered a week filled with courses on ultrasonic fundamentals and engaging ‘Hot Topic’ seminars led by experts in the field. Attendees benefited from experimental demonstrations and numerical tutorials that provided valuable hands-on experience, and young researchers also showcased their work through short talks and poster sessions.
Monika was an invited keynote speaker in Uppsala. In Cargèse, she teamed up with Bruce Drinkwater, and together, they gave a ‘Hot Topic’ seminar on the ‘Parallels, Differences and Synergies of Optical and Acoustic Manipulation’. Mia contributed presentations on her recent work on acoustofluidic devices for optical tomography.
Both Uppsala and Corsica events offered great opportunities for sharing knowledge, fostering collaborations, and discussing the latest advances in acoustic manipulation – in peaceful and beautiful surroundings.
