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SUMMARY:Sustainability and Social Inclusion in Public Decisions: The Provision and Management of Safe Water – A Case Study
DESCRIPTION:Short Course: “Sustainability and Social Inclusion in Public Decisions: The Provision and Management of Safe Water – A Case Study”\n\nDates & Times:\n\n1 December\, 14:15 – 18:15 (4h)\n3 December\, 9:15 – 18:15 (4+4h)\n4 December\, 14:15 – 18:15 (4h)\n5 December\, 9:15 – 18:15 (4+4 h)\n\nLocation: Aula Fassò\, Building 4A\, 1st floor\n\nCourse Description:\nThe seminar is open to students from all disciplines at Politecnico di Milano who are interested in exploring the challenges and opportunities related to water supply systems. It offers a multidisciplinary environment where participants can approach the topic from technical\, social\, economic\, and environmental perspectives.\nThroughout the seminar\, students will take part in both lectures and interactive sessions designed to encourage active participation. Discussion groups will be formed to facilitate the exchange of ideas\, experiences\, and viewpoints among students from diverse academic backgrounds. This participatory format aims to stimulate critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving around real-world issues in water supply and management.\nBy the end of the seminar\, participants will have gained not only a deeper understanding of participatory approaches to water supply but also practical insights into how community engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration can enhance the sustainability and equity of water systems.\n\nLearning Objectives:\n\nShare and compare realities regarding public policies focused on water supply in Italy and Vietnam\nIntroduce examples of participation and social inclusion in public decisions that contribute to equitable access to treated water in rural areas\n\nDuration: 25 hours\, distributed over 5 days\nMain Topics:\n\nParticipatory methods for environmental management\nThe use of focus groups in qualitative research\nInterview approaches and methodologies\nInterpretation of qualitative data\n\nSpeaker’s bio:\nDr. Eva Ferreira completed her bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sanitation in 2012\, placing among the four best students in the group. Soon after\, she began her MBA in Environmental Planning and Management and in early 2013 she began her M.Sc. in Agronomy. Along with her Ph.D.\, she did another MBA in Waste and Wastewater Management. In 2016\, she was among five Brazilians selected by the Erasmus Mundus Association to receive the IBrasil scholarship to do a Sandwich Doctorate in Europe for 10 months. She was hired by the Erasmus Mundus Association to evaluate environmental management policies in Central Europe\, specifically in Slovakia and Austria. During this time\, she acquired in-depth knowledge about European Environmental Policies. With this opportunity she learned about different realities and presented Brazil at the International Conference of Young Scientists and Doctoral Students in Europe. Dr. Eva Ferreira has a Ph.D. in Sanitation\, Environment and Water Resources\, with M.Sc. in Agronomy\, an MBA in Project Management\, an MBA in Environmental Planning and Management and an MBA in Treatment and Final Disposal of Waste and Wastewater. She has been working as a Lecturer in Brazil (Federal University of Goiás and University of São Paulo)\, Vietnam (Vietnamese-German University)\, and Researcher in Portugal (University of Aveiro)\, the Netherlands (Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences) and Czech Republic (Tomas Bata University). Her main topics are Environmental Management and Public Policy\, Soil Sciences and Water Management. \nRegistration:\nIf you are interested in attending either the seminar or the short course\, please register at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/m7dTvk1Y65\n 
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/sustainability-and-social-inclusion-in-public-decisions-the-provision-and-management-of-safe-water-a-case-study/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Life Cycle Assessment of E-Diesel production
DESCRIPTION:Il prossimo appuntamento con la serie di incontri PhDTalks si terrà Mercoledì 3 dicembre nell’aula Grandori (Edificio 4)\, dalle 12:00 alle 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks è una serie di seminari e discussioni tra dottorandi. Gli eventi hanno lo scopo di fornire un luogo dove creare un network tra dottorandi ed entrare in contatto con i molti progetti sviluppati nel nostro dipartimento. \nLa speaker Paula Martina Barbato condurrà un seminario dal titolo “Life Cycle Assessment of E-Diesel production”.  \nAl termine dell’evento sarà disponibile un piccolo rinfresco finanziato dal dipartimento. \nSarà possibile seguire la conferenza anche online al seguente link. \nAbstract\nIn recent years\, electrofuels (e-fuels) have gained increasing attention as a promising alternative to conventional fossil fuels\, offering a potential pathway for decarbonising multiple sectors. Synthesised from hydrogen and carbon dioxide (CO2) using renewable energy\, e-fuels are currently being discussed within the European automotive policy framework as a possible solution to enable the continued registration of new internal combustion engine (ICE) passenger vehicles beyond 2035. \nSo far\, most research has focused on their use in hard-to-electrify sectors\, leaving their potential role in passenger road transport underexplored. This talk investigates the environmental performance of e-diesel production through the application of the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology. Six production scenarios\, differing in CO2 sources\, electricity supply mixes\, and methodological choices\, are investigated and compared. By examining these variations\, the study aims to identify under which conditions e-diesel could provide environmental improvements compared to fossil diesel\, and whether it can truly represent a bridge toward a more sustainable transport future.\nSpeaker’s bio\nPaula holds an MSc in Environmental and Land Planning Engineering from the Politecnico di Milano (2023) and is currently in the final year of her PhD (39th cycle). Her research focuses on evaluating the environmental impacts of alternative fuels for the automotive sector through the Life Cycle Assessment methodology\, with a particular emphasis on the emerging e-fuels. \nIn her free time\, she loves reading\, swimming\, and travelling.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/life-cycle-assessment-of-e-diesel-production/
CATEGORIES:PHD Life,Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Learning the physics of free-surface fluid flows with AI
DESCRIPTION:Il prossimo appuntamento con la serie di incontri PhDTalks si terrà Mercoledì 3 dicembre nell’aula Grandori (Edificio 4)\, dalle 12:00 alle 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks è una serie di seminari e discussioni tra dottorandi. Gli eventi hanno lo scopo di fornire un luogo dove creare un network tra dottorandi ed entrare in contatto con i molti progetti sviluppati nel nostro dipartimento. \nLo speaker Federico Lanteri condurrà un seminario dal titolo “Learning the physics of free-surface fluid flows with AI”.  \nAl termine dell’evento sarà disponibile un piccolo rinfresco finanziato dal dipartimento. \nSarà possibile seguire la conferenza anche online al seguente link. \nAbstract\nThe study of free-surface fluid flows is of significant interest across various research fields\, including civil\, aerospace\, and biomedical engineering. Numerical simulations approximating Navier–Stokes equations provide accurate descriptions of such phenomena but are often computationally expensive for real-world applications. In recent years\, deep learning has emerged as a promising approach for modeling complex physical systems\, offering data-driven alternatives to traditional solvers. However\, applying these techniques to free-surface flows is particularly challenging compared to standard fluid dynamics problems on fixed geometries\, as it requires neural network architectures capable of handling unstructured and dynamically evolving domains. By carefully designing such architectures and training them on datasets generated from high-fidelity numerical simulations\, it is possible to learn the complex underlying physics governing free-surface dynamics\, effectively building surrogate models that reproduce accurate solutions at a fraction of the computational cost. This approach opens new perspectives for real-time analysis\, optimization\, and control in engineering applications involving free-surface flows. \nSpeaker’s bio\nFederico is a PhD candidate in Structural\, Seismic\, and Geotechnical Engineering (40th cycle). He obtained a master degree in Mathematical Engineering in 2024 and he is now in the second year of his PhD. His work focuses on developing machine-learning methods to enhance and speed up simulations of free-surface fluid flows\, in particular cases involving complex materials. \nIn his free time\, Federico enjoys playing the saxophone\, hiking\, running and playing tennis
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/learning-the-physics-of-free-surface-fluid-flows-with-ai/
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SUMMARY:Reinventing Concrete: Towards a Low-Carbon Future
DESCRIPTION:Giovedì 4 dicembre alle ore 16:30 si terrà\, presso l’Aula Grandori (Edificio 4)\, il seminario “Reinventing Concrete: Towards a Low-Carbon Future”. Il seminario sarà tenuto dal Prof. Ruben Paul Borg dell’University of Malta. \nAbstract\nConcrete is the most widely used construction material worldwide. Yet\, its production—particularly that of ordinary Portland cement—accounts for roughly 8% of global CO₂ emissions. The construction sector is also a major contributor to global waste generation\, with concrete representing a significant portion of construction and demolition (C&D) waste. These challenges highlight the urgent need for more durable\, recyclable\, and low-carbon concrete solutions. \nThis lecture reviews emerging scientific advances\, engineering practices\, and policy frameworks that are driving the transition toward low-carbon concrete. Building on current research and real-world applications\, the presentation explores strategies for reducing embodied carbon across the concrete life cycle\, including clinker substitution\, the use of supplementary cementitious materials from industrial by-products\, alkali-activated and geopolymer binders\, carbon sequestration approaches\, and optimized\, performance-based design methods. \nA dedicated focus is placed on the role of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) within low-carbon design strategies. Although traditionally associated with higher material intensities\, recent advances in low-carbon UHPC formulations and application-driven optimization show its potential to significantly reduce whole-life emissions. Thanks to its exceptional mechanical performance and ultra-low permeability\, UHPC can enhance durability\, extend service life\, enable structural optimization\, and reduce maintenance needs—resulting in substantial lifetime carbon savings. In coastal and marine environments\, UHPC’s resistance to chloride ingress provides a pathway for more durable and sustainable infrastructure. The presentation will draw on case studies and discuss challenges to large-scale implementation. \nBy situating material innovation within the broader context of climate targets and sustainable infrastructure\, the lecture aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of both opportunities and constraints in the decarbonization of concrete—one of the world’s most essential building materials. \nSpeaker’s bio\nProf. Ruben Paul Borg is Full Professor at the University of Malta and a Structural & Materials Engineer. He is a Fulbright Scholar\, Visiting Academic at the University of Missouri S&T (USA)\, Affiliate Professor at the Center for Infrastructure Engineering Studies (CIES)\, Adjunct Professor at Vellore Institute of Technology (India)\, and Visiting Academic in several European institutions. He graduated from the University of Malta\, completed the Specializzazione in Cemento Armato at the Scuola F.lli Pesenti of Politecnico di Milano\, and earned his PhD from the University of Sheffield. \nProf. Borg currently serves as Director of the Climate Action Authority in Malta. He has held positions on the Board of Directors of iiSBE\, as Chairman for Knowledge and Technology at ECCE (European Council of Civil Engineers)\, and as Representative of the Institution of Civil Engineers (UK). He is active within fib (International Federation for Structural Concrete)\, where he convenes TG7.8\, and within RILEM. He also contributes as an expert to the European Committee for Standardization (CEN TC350) on Sustainability of Construction Works.He has served on the Executive Committee and Administrative Board of the BICC (Government of Malta) and chaired its Research and Innovation Committee. He coordinates the Industrial Heritage Platform and is a member of the Committee for Sustainability at the University of Malta. He has been Principal Investigator for international research projects under HORIZON 2020\, HORIZON Europe\, and INTERREG\, focusing on low-carbon concrete\, ultra-durability materials\, cultural heritage renovation\, sustainable building\, and climate resilience. \nProf. Borg is also active in industrial practice and has received multiple international awards\, including the International Energy Globe Awards (2013\, 2022\, 2024)\, the Prix d’Honneur in Restoration\, the Judge Caruana Curren Awards\, and recognition for advancements in 3D-printed low-carbon concrete.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/reinventing-concrete-towards-a-low-carbon-future/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Guideway Condition Monitoring\, Assessment\, and Maintenance Technology: Practices from the Shanghai High-Speed Maglev Line
DESCRIPTION:Data e oraGiovedì 11 dicembre\, ore 10:30 CET \nLuogoAula Lerici\, Edificio 3A – Politecnico di MilanoStanza virtuale: https://politecnicomilano.webex.com/meet/stefano.mariani \nRelatoreProf. Guofeng Zeng\, Tongji University \n\nAbstract \nIn December 2002\, the Shanghai High-Speed Maglev Demonstration Operation Line commenced trial operation\, designed for a operation speed of 430 km/h and achieving a test speed of 501 km/h. This marked the beginning of China’s high-speed maglev technology development. To this day\, the Shanghai line remains the world’s fastest ground transportation system in commercial operation. This report begins with an overview of recent developments in maglev technology in China. Then\, the report introduces the guideway system of the high-speed maglev system and its characteristics. The system imposes extremely high demands on the geometric precision and deformation requirements of the guideway. However\, as the Shanghai line was constructed on soft soil foundation\, its guideway service condition has degraded after over two decades of operation. To address this challenge\, the Maglev Center’s research team has\, over many years\, conducted research on vehicle-guideway dynamics theory\, guideway detection\, monitoring and maintenance technologies. The team has proposed a guideway maintenance methodology based on “dynamic simulation + data-driven” approaches and has preliminarily established an integrated “air-ground-rail” monitoring system for guideway service condition. This report provides a comprehensive presentation of these achievements\, along with the practical experience gained from providing technical services for the operation and maintenance of the Shanghai line’s guideway system. \nSpeaker’s bio  \nZeng Guofeng\, Ph.D. Professor\, Doctoral Supervisor，Deputy Director of Maglev Transportation Engineering Technology Research Center\, Tongji University. Dr. Zeng has long been engaged in research on maglev line and track systems. He has achieved significant research outcomes in key technological areas including maglev track structures\, guideway switch systems\, maglev vehicle-track interaction theory\, as well as maglev guideway detection technology and system condition assessment. He led the development of China’s first low-speed turnout for high-speed maglev systems and the world’s first gear-rack driven high-speed maglev turnout\, based on which he also spearheaded the development of the first 600 km/h high-speed maglev turnout. He directed the design of China’s first three-segment centering medium-low-speed maglev turnout and subsequently completed the construction design of all turnouts for the Changsha medium-low-speed maglev line. These achievements were awarded the First Prize of Hubei Provincial Technology Invention Award in 2019. Dr. Zeng presided over the project “High-speed Maglev Line Geometry Rapid Detection Equipment and Maintenance Technology” under the National Key Technology Support Program\, achieving line inspection at speeds of up to 430 km/h. He established a service condition assessment system for high-speed maglev systems\, proposing for the first time a systematic set of evaluation indicators and methods for the state of high-speed maglev systems. Throughout his years of research\, he has led one National Key Basic Research Program and is leading a National Key R&D Program project focused on theoretical research of high-speed maglev systems. The research project titled “Study on the Mechanism of Dynamic Stability in Conductor-Rail High-Speed Maglev Train-Turnout Systems” that he conducts has received funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). In the past decade of research\, he has authored one monograph\, published over 30 papers\, obtained more than 10 invention patents\, chaired the compilation of three group standards on turnouts\, and participated in the formulation of two national maglev standards.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/guideway-condition-monitoring-assessment-and-maintenance-technology-practices-from-the-shanghai-high-speed-maglev-line/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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