Midi SDG – A Monthly Webinar Series for Sustainable Innovation
The SDG Innovation Network is proud to launch Midi SDG, a new monthly webinar series designed to spark dialogue, foster interdisciplinary exchange, and showcase innovative initiatives aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Each month, experts from academia, industry, and the community will share insights on key challenges and opportunities related to sustainability, innovation, and digital transformation. Join us for an inspiring and engaging lunchtime session that fuels collaboration and action!
Lunch & Learn – Past Events
🗓️ June 10, 2025
Digital Twin in Smart Digital Chain
🎤 Prof. José Fernando Jimenez (Université Savoie Mont Blanc)
Exploring the role of digital twins in smart and connected supply chains.
🗓️ April 15, 2025
Fixtureless Assembly Enabled by 3D Metrology
🎤 Prof. Souheil-Antoine Tahan (ÉTS Montréal)
Innovations in flexible and precise assembly processes in manufacturing and aerospace.
🗓️ March 25, 2025
Holistic User Research for Passenger Drones
🎤 Prof. Andreas Riener (AAMI)
💬 Moderated by Jean-Marc Frayret
User-centered research on acceptance criteria for passenger drones and air mobility adoption.
🗓️ February 19, 2025
Foundation Models for Industrial and Engineering Applications
🎤 Prof. Yaozhu Zhao (Université Savoie Mont Blanc)
Introduction to foundation models (AI/ML) and their applications in engineering contexts.
🗓️ November 26, 2024
Data Streaming & Processing in Production: Do’s & Don’ts
🎤 Prof. Ralf Walthoff
Best practices and pitfalls in real-time industrial data processing.
🗓️ October 29, 2024
Connecting Physical and Digital Worlds: Not So Simple
🎤 Prof. Igor Tchouchenkov (UQAM)
Challenges and complexities of integrating physical systems with digital technologies.
