Paper Spotlight – Investigating the acoustic transparency of materials at live events
This week’s paper spotlight features “The effect of purported acoustically transparent materials on sound propagation” by Zsombor Szoke, Jon Burton, Adam Hill, and Mark Dring and provides an in-depth look at how materials used in stage designs, like LED walls and acoustic scrims, influence sound quality at live events. This research is of interest to...
Read MoreGraduate Spotlight – Jonathan Pearce
Jonathan Pearce, a proud graduate of the University of Derby’s BSc (Hons) Sound, Light, and Live Event Technology programme, has harnessed his educational experience to carve a remarkable path in the live events industry. Armed with a solid foundation from Derby, Jonathan embarked on a journey that has seen him excel in various roles within...
Read MoreStaff Spotlight – Bruce Wiggins
Bruce Wiggins, Associate Professor in Audio Engineering at the University of Derby, brings a rich blend of technical prowess and musical passion to his role. Hailing from Oakham, Bruce’s journey intertwined mathematics and music, leading him to Derby where he found an ideal fusion of diverse programs and exceptional faculty. With a focus on audio...
Read MoreGraduate Spotlight – Eduardo Mota
Eduardo Mota, a 2021 graduate of the MSc Audio Engineering program, has swiftly transitioned into a dynamic role as a Quality Assurance Engineer and Sound Designer at Sound Particles, a leading audio software company specializing in spatial and 3D audio solutions for the film and gaming industry. Eduardo’s initial passion for electronics remained strong throughout...
Read MoreStaff Spotlight – Adam Hill
This week’s staff spotlight showcases Adam Hill, Associate Professor of Electroacoustics at the University of Derby, who channels his expertise in electroacoustics, sound reinforcement, and signal processing in his work at the university. His journey from the USA to Derby was fueled by the allure of teaching and researching around live event engineering. Adam’s most...
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