主讲人：Chris Bowen 英国巴斯大学教授

时间：2026年5月19日  11:00

地点：三一大楼409-1

报告一：Understanding the dielectric properties of composite systems using Resistor-Capacitor (RC) networks

报告二：Top tips for writing literature review

报告摘要：

Frequency-dependent conductivity and permittivity in ceramic conductor-insulator composites can beeffectively modeled using Resistor-Capacitor (RC) networks, in which capacitors represent insulating regions andresistors represent conductive pathways. This modelling approach provides a simple and effective method for themicrostructural design of ceramics and other materials with tailored dielectric properties. In addition, a strongreview can shape emerging research fields, build shared academic visions and generate broad scholarly impact.Therefore, this report also offers top tips on how to conduct a successful literature review.

主讲人简介：

Prof. Chris Bowen is from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bath. He has aBSc degree in Materials Science from the University of Bath and a DPhil in Ceramics from the University ofOxford. Post-doctoral work has been undertaken at Technische Universitat Harburg-Hamburg and University ofLeeds. His research expertise covers ferroelectric materials, piezoelectric/pyroelectric composites, energyharvesting, actuation, and sensing, with a focus on developing smart materials for next-generation sensors andself-powered systems. Total funding since joining the University of Bath in 1998 is over 9M (60% as PrincipalInvestigator, PI). This has included funding via a prestigious ERC Advanced Grant, EPSRC, FP6/FP7, RoyalSociety, Leverhulme Trust and direct funding from industry. He has published over 350 journal papers in refereedinternational journals and over 50 conference publications.