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Infos pratiques Date : Mercredi 12 mars 2025Lieu : PA01, l’entrée se fera par le hall de la faculté des sciences18h45 : Ouverture des portes19h15 : Début du spectaclePrix et vente des places : 5 € en prévente / 7 € le jour mêmeVente : Sur le temps de midi toute la semaine du 3 mars dans le hall de la fac !Paiement : Nous privilégions le liquide, mais nous acceptons également les paiements par code QR ou virement. En savoir plus

Le GIEC alerte sur l’impact croissant du réchauffement climatique sur l’eau, avec des sécheresses et inondations plus fréquentes, menaçant l’approvisionnement mondial. D’ici 2050, 42 % des bassins hydrographiques seront gravement affectés, et les dégâts liés aux inondations pourraient quadrupler en cas de réchauffement de 4 °C. Les populations les plus vulnérables, bien que peu responsables, en subissent les pires conséquences. En Wallonie, les récentes catastrophes climatiques et pollutions de l’eau illustrent ces enjeux. Pour sensibiliser le public, un événement est organisé à Charleroi avec débats et projections.Au programme17h00 | Séance d'introduction           Responsable UNESCO Belgique           Mr Aurélien Dumont, Secrétariat du Programme hydrologique intergouvernemental de l’UNESCO, Situation Mondiale de l’eau17h40 | Projection du film "H2O, l’eau, la vie et nous : l’Urgence"18h30 | Pause18h45 | Conférences et débat           Prof. Marnik Vanclooster (UCLouvain), « Situation en Wallonnie »           Prof. Alfred Bernard (UCLouvain), « Normes et toxicologie »           Débat Animé par le Prof. Karim ZouaouiBoudjeltia (ULB), avec la participation d’Aurélien Dumont, Marnik Vanclooster, Alfred Bernard.20h30 | Cocktail dinatoireGRATUIT : Inscription souhaitée : f.amer@wbi.beLes membres de la Sous-Commission « sciences exactes et naturelles »Bernard Feltz (UCLouvain, Président), Bertrand Hespel (UNamur), Marie-Geneviève Pinsart (ULB, CIGB), René Rezsohazy (UCLouvain), Frédéric Rychter (Secrétaire général), Olivier Sartenaer (UNamur), Didier Serteyn (ULiège), Anne Staquet (UMons), Marnik Vanclooster (UCLouvain), Karim Zouaoui Boudjeltia (ULB)

Programme 18:00 – 18:30: Formation à la cartographie18:30 – 21:00 : CartographiePizza et drink offertsIl y aura plusieurs PC à disposition mais amenez si possible votre PC portable et votre souris!Pour s'inscrire, c'est ici : https://www.eventbrite.be/e/belgian-interuniversity-mapathon-2025-tickets-1277481905769?aff=oddtdtcreator

La conférence parlera des origines de l'eau, des raisons de sa stabilité, mais aussi, paradoxalement, de sa très grande réactivité qui permet la vie telle que nous la connaissons. Ces notions fondamentales de chimie seront ponctuellement illustrées par des expériences parfois décoiffantes.La conférence sera suivie d'un drink.

Une conférence donnée en anglais par André Füzfa, Professeur au sein du Département de Mathématique de l'UNamur. Quand : Lundi 14 avril 2025 à 19hOù : Université de Namur - Faculté des sciences - Amphithéâtre S01GratuitEn anglaisPossibilité de rejoindre la conférence en ligne, le lien sera partagé quelques heures avant l'évènement. Retrouvez toutes les infos sur les comptes Facebook (Kapto.UNIVERSEH.) et Instagram (@kapto_universeh) du Kot-à-projet. Un drink sera organisé suite à la conférence.Cette conférence est proposée par "Kàp to UNIVERSEH", le projet sans kot de vulgarisation spatiale de l'Université de Namur, et Local Student Club d'UNIVERSEH. S'inscrire

2025 theme: Stress and emotions in animals The purpose of the symposium aligns with the missions of BCLAS to promote the replacement, reduction and refinement of laboratory animal use by driving reflection, sharing information, providing education and support to the scientific community, authorities and public, in order to lead to an ethical, responsible and qualitative research enabling further improvement in human & animal health.

Abstract Over the past two centuries, advances in healthcare have significantly extended life expectancy by reducing the impact of many diseases. As this progress continues, attention shifts toward more complex illnesses, with cancer emerging as the foremost challenge. Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a light-activated cancer treatment approved in 1995 that offers a targeted approach by using photosensitizers (PSs) — compounds that, upon light activation, generate reactive singlet oxygen to selectively damage tumor tissue. However, current commercial PSs suffer from several drawbacks: ill-defined composition, poor accumulation in tumors and slow clearance, limited application depths, and insufficient fluorescence for diagnostic imaging. This thesis addresses these limitations by pursuing the development of efficient and partially fluorescent PSs that absorb strongly in the red to near-infrared (NIR) range. The first part of the work focuses on computational tools based on quantum chemistry, particularly density functional theory, to predict molecular properties relevant to PDT. These methods are benchmarked and refined to ensure accurate and efficient screening of candidate compounds. Additionally, a commonly used metric for quantifying charge transfer distance in excited states is reformulated to be independent of molecular symmetry, allowing broader and more robust applicability. In the second part, these tools guide the design of novel PSs. One strategy involves modifying pyrrolopyrrole aza-BODIPY dyes into donor–acceptor structures to enable singlet oxygen generation via spin–orbit charge transfer intersystem crossing (SOCT-ISC). Another approach focuses on a twisted BODIPY compound that achieves photosensitization by facilitating ISC through a distortion of the symmetry. This PS is tuned to absorb NIR light and, in some cases, leverage the SOCT-ISC mechanism. Overall, these efforts did not only yield promising PSs but also provided computational insights to accelerate future developments in the field. Le jury Prof. Guillaume BERIONNI (UNamur), PrésidentProf. Benoît CHAMPAGNE (UNamur), SecrétaireProf. Wouter MAES (UHasselt)Prof. Dirk VANDERZANDE (UHasselt)Prof. Anitha ETHIRAJAN (UHasselt)Prof. Yoann OLIVIER (UNamur)Prof. Wim DEHAEN (KULeuven)Prof. Anna PAINELLI (Universita di Parma)Prof. Mariangela DI DONATO (LENS)Prof. Jan COLPAERT (UHasselt)

Depuis son inauguration en 2019, l’observatoire astronomique de l’UNamur a déployé un programme pédagogique et de médiation scientifique ouvert à toutes et à tous, avec l’ambition de faire découvrir les sciences par le prisme de l’observation des merveilles du ciel. 5 ans plus tard, le pari est réussi ! La petite équipe qui anime les lieux multiplie les collaborations et les activités proposées aux étudiantes et aux étudiants, aux écoles et au grand public. Cet automne, l’Observatoire astronomique célébrera l’empreinte durable qu’il a construite dans les yeux et les cœurs de son public en fêtant son 5e anniversaire. Une occasion de rassembler la communauté qui s’est développée autour de ses projets passés, présents et futurs ! Au programme 11H-16H : Visites de l’observatoireUNamur – Faculté des sciences12H-18H : Possibilité de visiter de l’exposition Stellar ScapeLe Pavillon de la Citadelle de Namur18H30 : Séance académique et réceptionUNamur – Faculté des sciences (S01)Inscriptions demandées via billetweb :

This event will be the perfect opportunity not only to discover the latest advances in the field of biological macromolecules research, but also to share knowledge, collaborate, as well as to showcase the outstanding work of PhD students. PhD students are encouraged to submit an abstract for an oral presentation and/or poster. Five talks will be selected on the basis of received abstracts and added to the final programme. Prizes will be awarded for the best oral presentation and the best poster at the end of the event.  More info about abstract submission and registration on the website

Jury Prof. Nathalie BURNAY (UNamur), présidenteProf. Sabine HENRY (UNamur), secrétaireDr. Florence DE LONGUEVILLE (UNamur)Prof. Nathalie MONDAIN (Université d’Ottawa)Prof. Etienne PIGUET (Université de Neuchâtel)Prof. Sane TIDIANE (Université Assane Seck/Ziguinchor) Abstract Recent attention to environmental change has highlighted its impact on rural communities, particularly in Africa, where household-level adaptations play a crucial role in larger societal responses. Current research often overlooks these small-scale, everyday adaptations and how they evolve over time, limiting our understanding of rural communities' dynamic responses to environmental changes. This study focused on households living in rural West Africa, more specifically in the region of Saint-Louis in Senegal. To capture the complexity of the household adaptation journeys, the structured timeline mapping methodology was developed, which consists of completing timelines during interviews. Timelines were collected from 39 individuals in 17 households to explore how families perceive and adapt to environmental shifts. In addition, this research reflected on the added value and necessity of interviewing multiple household members to capture diverse lived experiences and ensure a comprehensive household-level perspective.Analysis of the data categorized the adaptation journeys into four typological groups reflecting different sensitivities and adaptive capacities: (1) diversified adjusters, (2) system maintainers, (3) environmental independence strivers, and (4) opportunity-driven adapters. All groups have differentiated responses to similar environmental changes, with differences in the temporality of the response, differences in the types of adaptations, and differences in the amount and diversity of adaptations. These differences result in resilience that evolves unevenly over time. Understanding these varied adaptation pathways lead to formulate policy recommendations aimed at improving adaptive capacity, resilience, and sustainable livelihoods.

Jury Prof. André FÜZFA (UNamur), présidentProf. Alexandre MAUROY (UNamur), secrétaireProf. Joseph WINKIN (UNamur)Prof. Raphaël JUNGERS (UCLouvain)Dr Milan KORDA (LAAS-CNRS, Toulouse)Prof. Igor MEZIC (University of California Santa Barbara) Abstract Switched systems became more and more interesting since they are conceptually closed to the description of real complex dynamics in which the state is not necessarily fixed in time but can abruptly change with the environment. In this context, not only a finite number of subsystems (said modes) are given to describe the possible state of the system, but also a switching (or commutation) law is assigned to indicate the active mode at each time.The stability theory of such systems is not intuitive since it is influenced by the commutation law, which plays a capital role.This dissertation investigates the uniform stability (i.e. stability under any commutation laws) and the switching stabilization (design of a stabilizing commutation law) problems of switched nonlinear systems.In the last decades, these problems have mainly been studied for switched linear systems and partially solved for the nonlinear case.The strategy exploited here is based on a successful tool today: the Koopman operator. This is a linear operator acting on an infinite-dimensional space of functions valued on the nonlinear system's state space. Roughly speaking, it allows one to transform a nonlinear finite-dimensional dynamics into a linear infinite-dimensional dynamics, from which one can deduce results for the original nonlinear system. More precisely, we utilize the Koopman operator framework to address switched nonlinear systems' uniform stability and stabilization problems.For the first problem, by using a Lie-algebraic solvability condition, we show that individual globally asymptotically stable nonlinear vector fields which admit a common Koopman finite-dimensional invariant subspace generate a uniformly globally asymptotically stable switched nonlinear system. In a broader context, we develop a general framework for studying the (uniform) stability of (switched) nonlinear systems on the polydisk or the hypercube. This systematic approach allows us to construct a common Lyapunov function that guarantee global uniform  asymptotic stability on the polydisk or the hypercube. We then apply this framework to derive systematic criteria for the global stability of nonlinear systems defined on the polydisk or the hypercube. Finally, for the second problem, we utilize the previously developed results to provide a  state-dependent switching stabilization strategy from  a systematic Lyapunov function of a convex combination of nonlinear vector fields.

JuryProf. Guillaume BERIONNI (UNamur), présidentProf. Zineb MEKHALIF (UNamur), secrétaireProf. Catherine MICHAUX (UNamur)Prof. Noureddine NASRALLAH (Université des Sciences et Technologies - Houari Boumediene)Prof. Nacira NAAR (Université des Sciences et Technologies - Houari Boumediene)RésuméThe increasing in global energy demand and environmental concerns related to traditional energy sources necessitate the exploration of sustainable alternatives. This thesis investigates the potential of thermoelectric (TE) energy conversion using conducting polymer-based composites. Traditional TE materials, while efficient, face challenges such as toxicity and limited availability. Conducting polymers offer a promising solution due to their flexibility, processability, and tunable properties. By forming composites with materials like carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and graphene, their TE performance can be significantly enhanced. Surface treatment and functionalization are crucial for optimizing these composites and improving their efficiency.The thesis reviews the principles of thermoelectricity, including the Seebeck and Peltier effects, and the limitations of traditional TE materials, setting the stage for investigating conducting polymers as alternatives.The research methodology involves synthesizing and characterizing conducting polymer-based composites, focusing on surface treatment and functionalization techniques to enhance TE performance. Various composites incorporating graphene, CNTs, and metal oxide nanoparticles (bismuth oxide or nickel oxide) are synthesized and evaluated for their TE properties. The influence of surface modifications on composite morphology, charge transport, and TE parameters is systematically studied.The findings reveal significant improvements in TE efficiency through surface treatment and composite formation. Functionalization of graphene and CNTs enhances their compatibility with polymer matrices, improving dispersion and interfacial bonding, leading to higher electrical conductivity, reduced thermal conductivity, and ultimately, greater TE efficiency. Incorporating metal oxide nanoparticles further enhances the power factor, demonstrating the potential of hybrid composites in TE applications.Bienvenue à tous et toutes !