Research Innovation Office, Memorial University’s Post

🎉 Come celebrate the 10th anniversary of the TU Delft | Sports Engineering Institute at our event, "𝒆𝑿𝒑𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒆 | 𝒂 𝒅𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒅𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏" on June 18 from 12:30 to 17:30 in the TU Delft Aula Conference Centre. In a world where sport and technology collide, innovation pushes the boundaries of performance while creativity drives progress. Every pattern, movement, and shape tells the story of groundbreaking achievements and the endless possibilities that arise when human creativity and technological progress combine. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭? 🥇An intriguing 𝐞𝐗𝐡𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 showcasing the most revolutionary sports innovations of the past decade. 🥈Have you ever wondered what it's like to use the latest innovations firsthand? 𝐞𝐗𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 and see for yourself! 🥉Meet the brilliant minds behind these 𝐞𝐗𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 technological breakthroughs. Our scientists are ready to answer all your questions and provide insights. Visit our event website for more information about the program, and register your attendance to avoid missing out on this event! https://lnkd.in/egHMgFEu #sportsinnovation #anniversary #explore #10yearssei

🎉 Come celebrate the 10th anniversary of the TU Delft | Sports Engineering Institute at our event, "𝒆𝑿𝒑𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒆 | 𝒂 𝒅𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒅𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏" on June 18 from 12:30 to 17:30 in the TU Delft Aula Conference Centre. In a world where sport and technology collide, innovation pushes the boundaries of performance while creativity drives progress. Every pattern, movement, and shape tells the story of groundbreaking achievements and the endless possibilities that arise when human creativity and technological progress combine. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭? 🥇An intriguing 𝐞𝐗𝐡𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 showcasing the most revolutionary sports innovations of the past decade. 🥈Have you ever wondered what it's like to use the latest innovations firsthand? 𝐞𝐗𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 and see for yourself! 🥉Meet the brilliant minds behind these 𝐞𝐗𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 technological breakthroughs. Our scientists are ready to answer all your questions and provide insights. Visit our event website for more information about the program, and register your attendance to avoid missing out on this event! https://lnkd.in/egHMgFEu #sportsinnovation #anniversary #explore #10yearssei

Professor David James, CEO of Labosport Group, is a Director and Fellow of the (ISEA) International Sports Engineering Association and has been continuously involved with the organization since 2002. This year's ISEA conference, in its 15th year, reaffirmed its status as the premier global gathering for sports engineering research, attracting top academic researchers, industry leaders, and representatives from prestigious sports federations such as FIFA, World Rugby, International Hockey Federation (FIH) and the International Tennis Federation . The focus on sport surfaces was a highlight of the conference where David James chaired several sessions, showcasing groundbreaking research. Notably, the collaborative work between Loughborough University and Labosport on the rotational traction test for synthetic turf, led by Harry McGowen, was presented. This innovative research promises to enhance the safety and efficiency of sports surfaces. Professor David James and Professor Paul Fleming also presented a paper on their work with the FIH regarding the step change to using 'dry' turf for elite level play in field hockey. David Rigby and Carolyn Webb, both with Labosport UK, were also in attendance, taking advantage of the opportunity to engage with the latest advancements and networking with leading experts in the field. For those interested in exploring the research further, full peer-reviewed papers are available here: Springer Link: https://lnkd.in/eEVPhG4M Nature: https://lnkd.in/eCns6BGu #SportsEngineering #ISEA #ISEA2024 #Innovation #Research #Collaboration #SportsScience

🎓💡 What were the defining accomplishments at the Swiss Federal Institute of Sport Magglingen last year? They are all featured in the SFISM 2023 Annual Report. The move into the new building on Lärchenplatz is just as much a topic as the further development of the institution, the training and continuing education programmes and the main areas of activity of the departments in terms of teaching, research and development and services. Take a look inside and discover the different facets of the university of applied sciences! 👀 #annualreport #SFISM

As we gear up for the Olympics, delve into the captivating intersection of mathematics, physics, and sports with the "Be a champion: Fascinating facts you didn't know about sports and science" exhibition. Curated by Amandine Aftalion from France's Centre national de la recherche scientifique and vividly illustrated by Estelle Chauvard, this display features 10 engaging panels that explore intriguing questions such as: What's the fastest sport? Why do runners lean into curves? What's the advantage of running with bent arms? Discover why a sprinter might slow down before the finish line, how basketball players seem to defy gravity, and why cycling faster feels more stable. The exhibition also unravels the science behind drafting in running, the benefits of swimming slightly underwater, and the art of scoring soccer free kicks. Designed to make complex scientific concepts accessible, "Be a Champion" offers simple, illustrated explanations perfect for all ages. Interested in sharing this knowledge? Libraries, town halls, parks, and schools can download a free high-resolution PDF in English or French for printing. Just fill out the form to access your copy! English: https://lnkd.in/eSdyap6b French: https://lnkd.in/eTp-VzZ5

On November 6th, at Mainz University (Germany), I had the privilege of presenting on the future of sport and the responsible integration of technology in a way that preserves the essence and spirit of athletic competition. This inspiring event, titled “Connecting Technology with Humans – An Ethical Challenge?” and led by Professor Holger Preuss with the support of Professor Mathias Schubert, invited us to explore the fascinating interplay between human capability and technological progress. We delved into questions about the challenges and ethical considerations of merging human experience with technological advancements, pondering whether these two elements might even come into competition. 1. Why connecting Technology and Humans is a challenge? And why should it be? 2. Do we have “competition” between Human and Technology? 3. For the moment, we have technology developed on human specifications and objectives, will we reach a point where technology will become self-reliable and autonomous in the articulation between hardware (robots) and Software (artificial intelligence)? 4. As sport is also a political and geopolitics stake, does it bring an ethical challenge? 5. How sport can help this bridge? Through Futurous initiatives— the think tank on the future of sport (Futurous Observatory), our capacity building programme for sport organisations, bidding committee and government (Futurous Academy) and the visionary Futurous Games—we are exploring how the world of sport can act as a bridge, guiding technology toward positive growth while safeguarding the human-centric values at its core. I thank both Holger and Mathias, as well as the attendance for the discussions we had post the conference; they were not only thought-provoking but also profoundly inspiring, underscoring sport’s unique role in shaping a future where technology enhances rather than overshadows human potential. #sport #Future #technology #ethics #moral #esport #robots #Futurous #education #consulting #BidCommittee #Governance #Government #2036Olympics #India #Qatar #KSA #Europe #MiddleEast #Russia #integrity

The Urban Mobility Game created for our elective course, 'Mobility Network and Collective Futures'. Designing this game was an incredibly enriching experience, offering a unique approach to understanding urban mobility dynamics. Huge thanks to my dedicated team members for their invaluable contributions in bringing this project to life! #UrbanMobility #GameDesign #Teamwork"

The WOW of New European Bauhaus Forum 2024 Look Back at the recordings or attend the last day - Friday 12 April - live/or via live stream. When the NEB movement was kicked off in September 2020 by Mrs President Von der Leyen, the name - New European Bauhaus - was controversial for some and appreciated by others. It surely attracted interest, aroused energy for creating change together. In a swift tempo the EU Commission's Joint Research Centre Designed and Delivered the foundation for the New European Bauhaus movement in cocreation with hundreds of partners: NEB Prizes, Calls, Lighthouses, Festival. This 2nd NEB festival demonstrates the value of rapid prototyping and quick learning in three years and is all about Disseminating contagious examples of good projects and actions by a growing group of change makers. NEB stands as a Now!How?Wow!! House. I looked back at 10 mind blowing Visions for an Alternative Everyday in ARCHIPELAGO OF POSSIBLE FUTURES with Cooking Sections, ROTOR, Future Farmer Amy Franceschini and more. Hope giving is the panel on NEB Economy with Michela Magas, Stephen Quest, Alexandra Pisco and Indy Johar of Dark Matter Labs, who states: 'We are in the middle of a paradigm shift. Capital holders are starting to see the risks. Instead of an excavating system, there is a move towards a flourishing one. It is either fly or die together. Europe has the democratic infrastructure to make the systemic change'. #neweuropeanbauhaus

In the recent years, the stadium sector, with its infrastructure and engineering works, has grown like never before due to sports and technological innovation. The first research paper of the EPSI Observatory investigates this growth with data on facilities and characteristics of stadiums in Europe and around the world. Download for free the research study by the EPSI Business Manager Edoardo Ciampelletti, MBA 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dJg9h8mD 🔎 About the OBSERVATORY: The EPSI Observatory is an offshoot of EPSI that serves as a research library and monitoring tool, which will help you obtain data as the basis for an effective business strategy or research, as well as your sports project. Whether you are a sports professional, educational institution or entrepreneur, the EPSI Observatory provides you with valuable information and data to help you make informed decisions for your business and obtain valuable data for any project. #EPSIobservatory #Observatory #research #stadium #stadiumsector #reasearchpaper #football #sport #innovation #sportstechnology

Inspirational final keynote at the (ISEA) International Sports Engineering Association 2024 conference from David Constantine MBE on the value of user-centred design. Really inspiring to see the human element explored so deeply in such a technical setting. We (engineers) often get lost in the world of product optimisation, not least because the human elements of design can be so hard to quantify. Great to see such a clear example explored in depth.