MCR/SCR Pre-Dinner Research Talks

Thank you to Dane Luo, Vice-President Academic of the MCR, who is leading the organisation of this term's talks. All MCR and SCR members are welcome to attend. The remaining Pre-Dinner Talks of Trinity term will be held on Friday of weeks 4, 6 and 8. Further information will be added to the website shortly.

In 1991 the commercialisation of the lithium-ion battery sparked a revolution in rechargeable technology, ushering in the age of portable electronics. Today, batteries are everywhere, from bike lights to busses, and modern technology requires ever-improving performance. The key polymeric components in commercial batteries are not sufficient to meet current demand for energy density, long-term performance, and safety. Introducing multifunctional polymers that combat these issues is a key target when designing batteries for the future.

The Royal Family is usually seen as a British institution. But Charles III is not just the King of the United Kingdom but also the King of Canada, King of Papua New Guinea, King of The Bahamas and King of 12 other Realms. This presentation explores how the divisibility of the Imperial Crown occurred and recounts some of the controversies on the way.