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2024

October 2024 CSE Newsletter

Announcements | October 8th, 2024

The CSE's October Newsletter has been published! Read it here. 

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Guy Gistau-Baguer (1940-2024)

Announcements | September 9th, 2024

The Cryogenics Society of Europe pays tribute to Guy Gistau-Bauger, an emblematic figure of cryogenics, who passed away on 25 August 2024.

The news of Guy Gistau's death both surprised and deeply affected the CSE. Guy has been one of the constants of cryogenics. Upon meeting him a long time ago, he promised that if you dip your finger into cryogenics, it would grab your arm to never release it again. This may not be true for everyone, but it was definitely true for Guy.

Even after his retirement from Air Liquide in 2020, Guy continued to play an active role in cryogenics through his work in Helium refrigeration, the ICEC, his writings and the education of younger scientists. He continued to teach future generations, sharing his knowledge up until his final days. Guy was a CSE member from the foundation of the society and supported students with his active teaching role during the European Cryogenic Days and Cryo-Ops.

Guy was awarded the Mendelssohn award in 2020, a prize awarded every two years by the ICEC (International Cryogenics Engineering Conference) in recognition of his lifetime achievement in helium refrigeration.

His passing leaves an immense void in the scientific community but his heritage continues to live through his indelible contributions to cryogenics. To his wife, Anna, we pass our warmest sympathies. His work will continue to inspire future generations of scientists and engineers.

Read the ICEC obituary here.

Challenges and Opportunities in Next-Gen Cryogenically Cooled Electric Propulsion Systems

Announcements | August 22nd, 2024

The CSE is proud to collaborate with the UK Magnetic Society for this seminar on Cryogenic Electrical Machines.

This seminar will explore cryogenic coolant applications in electric propulsion systems, focusing on conventional windings (copper or aluminium, non-superconducting). Topics will include the liquid hydrogen supply chain, the cryogenic behaviour of electric propulsion components and the design of cryogenically cooled electrical propulsion system. The latest developments in cryogenically cooled electrical machines such as cryogenic pumps will also be discussed.

Visit the UK Magnetic Society event webpage for program details and registration.

Don't Forget the CSE 10th General Meeting!

Announcements | July 19th, 2024

The 10th General Meeting of the Cryogenics Society of Europe will be held just prior to the ICEC29/ICMC 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland.

Date:    Monday, July 22, 2024
Time:   15:00-16:30 CEST
Venue: International Conference Centre Geneva (CICG), Room 14

About 40 minutes of public transport is required between the CICG and CERN, so all GM participants will be able to attend the ICEC29/ICMC 2024 Welcome Reception starting at 18:00 at the Science Gateway (close to CERN).

We look forward to seeing you at the GM!

Job Opportunity at the Institut Laue-Langevin (ILL)

Announcements | May 15th, 2024

There is a vacancy for a Scientific Instrumentation Technician in the Advanced Neutron Environment Service, responsible for the development, maintenance and user support of equipment used to subject samples to extreme conditions.

Interested? Check out their job advertisement.

CCS Seeking Experts for Carbon Capture Project

Announcements | May 3rd, 2024

Climate Care Solutions Belgium is working toward a climate-neutral Europe thanks to cryogenic carbon capture technology. CCS is currently undertaking proof-of-concept pilot tests to demonstrate the viability and effectiveness of their system in real-world conditions.

In order to ensure the success and accuracy of these tests, CCS is seeking academic assistance with experts in air liquefaction and/or thermodynamics of CO2 at cryogenic temperatures.

Interested in helping? Read more about CCS's project here.

10th General Meeting of the CSE

Announcements | April 30th, 2024

The 10th General Meeting of the CSE will be held in conjunction with the ICEC29/ICMC 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland.

Date: July 22, 2024
Time: 15-16:30 CEST
Venue: International Conference Centre Geneva (CICG)

We hope to see lots of members in attendance!

IWC-HTS 2024 Abstract Submission Now Open

Announcements | April 23rd, 2024

The 4th International Workshop on Cooling System for HTS Applications (IWC-HTS 2024) will be held in in Matsue, Japan from October 23-25, 2024.

The Local Organizing Committee has opened abstract submission. You're invited to apply to participate and present your latest results in the field of cooling technology for high temperature superconducting application systems.

For further information, you can download the IWC-HTS 2024 First Call for Papers here.

Job Opportunity at Chipiron

Announcements | March 13th, 2024

Chipiron is recruiting!

Chipiron is a start-up company that designs, manufactures, and markets a clinically viable ultra-low field of MRI machines, designed to make MRI accessible to all.

Read about the job offer for a Cryogenic Engineer here.

Don't Forget! CSE Spotlight Talk

Announcements | March 6th, 2024

Be sure you mark your calendars for CSE's next Online Showcase event on March 7th! Daniel Willems, from Thales Cryogenics BV, will take the virtual stage to present a showcase talk on "How off-the-shelf cryocoolers are used in applications."

Date: March 7
Time: 16:30-17:30 CEST
Venue: Zoom (Virtual Event)

(In case the link doesn't work, copy and paste this URL into your browser: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83065901653?pwd=bTLTFFvJmYRpNEmdqWUGGL0oXllnYn.1)

ICEC29/ICMC 2024 Abstract Submission Extended

Announcements | March 1st, 2024

The ICEC29-ICMC2024 abstract submission deadline has been extended to provide additional time for all interested participants to finalize their submissions. The new deadline for abstract submissions is March 10th, 2024.

Save the Date! CSE Spotlight Talk

Announcements | February 16th, 2024

Be sure you mark your calendars for CSE's next Online Showcase event on March 7th! Daniel Willems, from Thales Cryogenics BV, will take the virtual stage to present a showcase talk on "How off-the-shelf cryocoolers are used in applications."

Date: March 7
Time: 16:30-17:30 CEST
Venue: Zoom (Virtual Event)

(In case the link doesn't work, copy and paste this URL into your browser: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83065901653?pwd=bTLTFFvJmYRpNEmdqWUGGL0oXllnYn.1)

Job Opportunity at CNES

Announcements | January 30th, 2024

The CNES is Recruiting!

The Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales is hiring an Engineer in Space Cryogenics.

Read more about the job offer here.

European Course of Cryogenics 2024

Announcements | January 28th, 2024

Applications for the European Course of Cryogenics (ECC) 2024 are now open.

This summer course is held over three consecutive weeks and comprises two main subjects:  “Cryogenic Fundamentals” and “Cryogenic Processes.” Lecturers will be members of the organizing universities plus a number of external experts such as John Weisend and Joh. Toepler as well as speakers from Linde Cryogenics Swiss and Chart Industries, among others.

Course dates:

  • August 19-23: TU Dresden, Germany
  • August 26-30: WUST Wroclaw, Poland
  • September 2-6: NTNU Trondheim, Norway

The ECC 2024 is open to all master and PhD students with a fitting background, primarily from the organizing universities, moreover as well from all over the world.

Details can be found on the flyer and on the event website.

CryoSpain Press Release

Announcements | January 25th, 2024

Cryospain‘s commitment to the design and implementation of the most cutting-edge cryogenic equipment means that we place ourselves again and again at the center of progress towards a more sustainable future.

On this occasion, we refer to our new project in Rotterdam, in which we have been involved in the design, procurement, manufacturing and supply of the vacuum insulated piping system for transportation, distribution and filling of tank trucks that will transport hydrogen in liquid state to final consumers.

Hydrogen is positioned as a promising source of clean energy in the progress towards decarbonization and the energy transition. However, the ability to store and transport hydrogen in liquid form is crucial to advance in this direction, since only companies that are capable of doing it efficiently and safely have the key to progress in their hands.

This is precisely where Cryospain comes into play, providing the technology and specialized equipment for the safe and efficient handling of hydrogen in its liquid state. Let’s see more about this project and our involvement in it.

Continue reading more about this project here.

ICC23 Call for Papers is Open!

Announcements | January 8th, 2024

The 23rd International Cryocooler Conference (ICC23) will take place at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin from June 3 - 6, 2024.

The International Cryocooler Conference invites proposals for paper presentations for ICC23. Don't miss out on this opportunity to showcase your work and link up with your fellow worldwide cryocooler participants from industry, government, and academia. 

For more information and to submit your paper, click here.