Call for Application - SHORT COURSE IN APPLIED RHEOLOGY

A short course in applied rheology provides a focused exploration of the principles and practical applications of rheology – the study of the flow and deformation behaviour of materials. Participants gain insights into key concepts like viscosity, elasticity, and shear stress, and learn how these properties impact diverse materials in industrial settings.

By combining theory with practical application, participants acquire essential skills to analyze and manipulate material behaviour, enhancing their expertise and immediate applicability in various industries, such as making better food, medicines, and cosmetics.

This short course is designed to cater to professionals, researchers and those interested in material behaviour seeking to broaden their understanding of rheological principles and apply them to real-world scenarios. By the end of the program, participants will have acquired a practical skill set that enables them to analyze and manipulate the rheological properties of materials, contributing to improved product development and manufacturing processes.

The Department of Food Science and Technology (FST) of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, in collaboration with the University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada are organizing the Short Course in Applied Rheology from 7th to 9th May 2024.

The objective of this short course is to train interested stakeholders in the field of applied rheology.

The short course can be attended in-person or online/virtual.

Note: FST-KNUST has acquired a state-of-the-art rheometer to be used for training, research and analysis of rheological properties of biopolymers, food and non-food materials.

Date: Tuesday 7th to Thursday 9th May.2024.

Time: 10:00 to 2:00 pm GMT each day.

Venue: FST-KNUST, Aboagye Menyeh Complex, KNUST-Kumasi, Ghana.

Course content        

• Introduction to rheology and its applications
• Rheometry and flow characterization
• Practical session with a rheometer

Benefits of the course

• Gain a solid understanding of rheological principles.    
• Apply knowledge to enhance product development processes.
• Improve quality control measures.
• Network with experts in the field.

Facilitators

Prof. Vassilis Kontogiorgos - UBC, Vancouver, Canada

Prof. Jacob K. Agbenorhevi - KNUST, Kumasi, Ghana

Target Participants

• Scientists/Engineers
• Researchers/Students
• Technicians
• Quality Control Professionals
• Product Development Teams
• Industrialists interested in applied rheology
• Anyone with a keen interest in material behaviour

Fees

Category	International Participant (USD)		Ghanaian Participant (GHS)
	In-person	Virtual	In-person	Virtual
Professional	300	250	3000	2500
Student	150	100	1500	1000

DISCOUNTS:

30% Discount for Early bird registration (closes on 30^th March 2024).

10% Discount for a Group of 10 or more participants.

BANKS ACCOUNT DETAILS FOR PAYMENT:

FOR INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPANTS

FOR GHANAIAN PARTICIPANTS

Account name:            College of Science Address:                                  PMB UPO, KNUST-Kumasi, Ashanti Region Bank:                            GCB Bank PLC. Bank Address: P. O. Box UP 35, KNUST-Kumasi, Ashanti Region Branch:                                    KNUST, Kumasi. Account number:         6031620001763 Branch Sort Code:       040603 Swift Code:                  GHCBGHAC Account class:             Current Currency:                     USD

Account name:            College of Science -KNUST Address:                                  PMB UPO, KNUST-Kumasi, Ashanti Region Bank:                            GCB Bank PLC. Bank Address:                         P. O. Box UP 35, KNUST-Kumasi, Ashanti Region Branch:                                    KNUST, Kumasi. Account number:         6031210000695 Branch Sort Code:       040603 Swift Code:                  GHCBGHAC Account class:             Current   Currency:                     GH¢

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