The ECo-Series provides a forum for discussing scientific issues of societal relevance, sharing new and innovative techniques, and for interacting with other scientists, stakeholders and policy makers. Our aim is to provide entertaining, educational, and provocative events which foster discussion and creativity both within and outside of the Department.
Seminars & Events
PERFORCE3 Webinar: Professor Jennifer Field
Curious Incidences of PFAS at Environmental Interfaces Impacted by Aqueous Film Forming Foams Dorin Bodgan, Emerson Christie, Konstantinos Kostarelos, Charles Schaefer, Trever Schwichtenberg, and Jennifer A. Field Many per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are surface-active-agents, designed to impart properties of oil and water repellency to surfaces of consumer products and to lower the surface tension of aqueous commercial solutions. Given their …
Seminars & Events
The roles of greenhouse gases and aerosols in the climate system
Lars Ahlm will hold a 45-minute trial lecture for appointment as a Docent/Associate Professor. The lecture will be streamed online.
Environmental Science Colloquium Series (ECo-Series)
Droning on about UAVs & Innovative applications
Droning on about UAVs & Innovative applications January 18th, 2021 15:00 – 16:00 View the full seminar below: https://vimeo.com/502152727 Unmanned aerial vehicles (a.k.a drones), allow researchers to investigate new and challenging problems that are otherwise difficult or impossible to address by conventional means. The use of integrated systems (e.g. UAVs LiDAR) and advanced technology ensures highly accurate data collection, provides …
Seminars & Events
Global Biogeochemical Cycling of Mercury
Anne Sorensen will hold her 45-minute Docent/Associate Professor lecture entitled “Global Biogeochemical Cycling of Mercury.” The lecture is aimed as an introduction to our understanding of current problems related to mercury at global-, regional- and local scale. The lecture will be streamed online.
Environmental Science Colloquium Series (ECo-Series)
Building a Modern European University – What’s Up With CIVIS?
We’ve seen some unwelcome developments in the last few years, both domestically and internationally. Some of these unwelcome developments – like an increase in exclusionary nationalist tendencies, growing animosity towards immigrants and immigration, the “Make [place your country name here] Great Again!” mentality – not only affect society, but even higher education. The ideals of openness, collaboration and solidarity that allowed the European Union to be created and develop are being challenged.
Seminars & Events
Biotransformation of organic environmental pollutants
Hitesh Motwani will hold a 45-minute trial lecture for appointment as a docent/Associate Professor. The lecture will be streamed online.
Seminars & Events
Bolin Days
The Bolin Days will take place in a COVID-19- adjusted format, meaning live stream from Aula Magna for participants and with the possibility to participate in person at Aula Magna for speakers. The Bolin Days is the annual conference of the Bolin Centre for Climate Research where new climate science results are presented and we meet each other to exchange …
Seminars & Events
Stockholm University Master’s Fair
Thinking about studying a master’s programme in Stockholm? Join us at Stockholm University Virtual Master’s Fair. The Stockholm University Virtual Master’s Fair is a unique opportunity to meet online with admissions representatives, students and alumni to learn more about our programmes, application process, and get your questions answered. Join us from wherever you are to learn more about our Master’s …
Seminars & Events
“Is there a conflict between the clean air goals of the European Green Deal and climate neutrality?”
We are delighted to invite you to a panel discussion celebrating the release of the first FORCeS policy brief. “Is there a conflict between the clean air goals of the European Green Deal and climate neutrality?” The brief addresses the following questions: Why is there a potential conflict between the climate and clean air goals? What is known about the …
PhD Thesis defence
Toxicometabolomics and biotransformation product screening in single zebrafish embryos
Anton Ribbenstedt will pubically defend his thesis “Toxicometabolomics and biotransformation product screening in single zebrafish embryos.” Due to the corona virus situation the defence will take place online.
Environmental Science Colloquium Series (ECo-Series)
Panel discussion on PFAS and the Essential Use concept
https://vimeo.com/459260842 Click and download the Audience Q&A from PFAS/Essential Use Webinar. PFAS and the Essential Use Concept Per and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of more than 4700 anthropogenic organic chemicals that are widely used in many industrial applications and consumer products. They are persistent and ubiquitous in the environment and it is known that the exposure to …
PhD Thesis defence
Modelling the effects of organic aerosol phase partitioning processes on cloud formation
Samuel Lowe will defend his thesis “Modelling the effects of organic aerosol phase partitioning processes on cloud formation.” Due to the corona virus situation the defence will take place online (Zoom link above)