Industrial and Materials Science

"3D Bioprinting of Soft Matter"
Program: MPISC Innovative and Sustainable Chemical Engineering Examiner: Roland Kádár, IMS Supervisor(s): Ases Akas Mishra, IMS &amp; Viney Ghai, IMS
Opponent: Charlotta Andersson
Date and time: 23 January 2025, 16.00-17.00 Location: <a rel="noopener" href="https://maps.chalmers.se/#e1f4d060-8d4d-11ee-9a03-0be3d8eb7a1e" target="_blank" title="Rheology lab" data-anchor="#e1f4d060-8d4d-11ee-9a03-0be3d8eb7a1e">Rheology and Processing of Soft Matter Laboratory</a>

"A home for a House Martin"
Abstract: This study explores the implementation of user-centered design (UCD) through the development of an innovative artificial nest to support the conservation of the House Martin. This small bird species is currently experiencing a significant population decline in Sweden, as well as throughout Europe. Most of the existing artificial nests on the market often overlook the needs and preferences of human users; focusing solely on the nature, or in this case the birds, needing protection. As a response this project aimed to design a solution that fosters both ecological and social benefits. Through an iterative design process, informed by extensive research and active user participation, key challenges such as material accessibility, ease of construction, and user engagement were addressed. A co-design workshop with industrial design professionals and feedback from diverse stakeholders, including experts on House Martins and possible end-users, guided the development of a cost-effective, inclusive nest design made from a widely available material; milk cartons. By prioritizing the user’s involvement and creating a product that balances practicality with ecological functionality, this project demonstrates how user-centered design can enhance the conservation effort surrounding the House Martin, as well as how public participation in protecting vulnerable species can be promoted.
Program: MPDES Industrial Design Engineering Examiner: Helena Strömberg, IMS Supervisor(s): Helena Strömberg, IMS
Opponent: Linnea Bjöörn
Date and time: 31 January 2025, 10.00-11.00 Location: <a rel="noopener" href="https://maps.chalmers.se/#dcce1020-9ec8-11e8-a0b8-f1d1dcb8e3ff" target="_blank" title="Nordanvinden" data-anchor="#dcce1020-9ec8-11e8-a0b8-f1d1dcb8e3ff">Nordanvinden</a>

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Presentation of master thesis

Master thesis presentations at Industrial and Materials Science

23 January 2025

16.00-17.00: Manoj Chandregowda, MPISC

31 January 2025

10.00-11.00: Fokke Verburgh, MPDES