The Sound of Science: A dive into Sound Measure and Hearing

BEST Course in Summer 2022
Brought to you by BEST Patras


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About the Course

Organizer: Have you ever wondered why you like 'I want it that way' by Backstreet Boys so much?
Student: TELL ME WHY!

In this 10 day Course, we are going to dive into the science behind some major audio technology, as well as human perception and emotional response to music.

Have you ever wondered how your noise cancellation headphones work? Audio technology has dominated modern days direction towards the music and tech industry. Sound is traveling in mechanical waves which enter the human ear and cause vibrations that are enabling hearing. Music as a sound, is evoking some powerful emotional responses, shaping personal preferences and a very strong connection to TikTok sounds.

If the Idea of doing a workshop inside an actual roman odeon sounds appealing to you… If your fire, your one desire is to experience the famous Greek Summer with tasty tzatziki, souvlaki, and ouzo… Then Patras is waiting for you!

Hope to “hear” from you soon

Important Info !

Patras

Patras is located in the northern Peloponnese and it's the regional capital of Western Greece. According to mythology, its name comes from Patreus, who was the founder of the city. Patras has a big port which is a nodal point for trade and communication with Italy and the rest of Western Europe.

Nearby, Rio-Antirrio Bridge is the world's longest multi-span cable-stayed bridge which is also widely considered to be an engineering masterpiece.

Some Fun Facts!

Patras Carnival

It is the largest carnival in Greece and like most carnival events in the Mediterranean and the Balkans was associated with ancient pagan events and rituals, such as those in honor of the god Dionysus(god of wine and feasting)!

Rio-Antirio Bridge

It is a cable-stayed bridge with a length of 2880 meters and it has been calculated that it can withstand a possible collision of a tanker with a displacement of 180,000 tons!

Name

The name of the city is based on mythology and comes from Patreas, the mythical settler of the city, who came as head of settlers in the area of Aroi and expelled the Ionian inhabitants. He gave the settlement the name Patrai.

Location

Patras is located on the north coast of the Peloponnese. It extends from the western ends of Mount Panacheikos to the sea of Patras. There are both sea and mountains for all tastes!

Our Core Team

Main Organiser

Aggelos Kokkinis

Main Organiser

Elena Matzavela

Social Responsible

Anna Tzelepi

Logistics Responsible

Panos Tofalos

Participants Responsible

Sofia Politi

FundRaising Responsible

Chris Galazoulas

Academic Responsible

Elena Poulikidi

Testimonials

A few words on my experience as a Local Course Pax. It definitely was nothing less than amazing. I got to meet lots of new fun people and had a blast gaining useful knowledge while also joining special activities. Definitely my best 10 days of 2021 summertime !

Dimitris Participant of BEST Local Course in Summer 2021

I had a great time! I met a lot of interesting people and had fun in social activities. Most importantly, I've learned about a topic that I was interested in. All in all, it was one of my BEST experiences in the summer.

Anna Participant of BEST Local Course in Summer 2021

Due to covid it was local but we still had an amazing time. From the very interesting lectures and the visits at the laboratories of Patras' University to the social and fun parts of that 10-day Course we had the BEST time and I can't wait for the next one to come.

Sofia Participant of BEST Local Course in Summer 2021

10 days I'll definitely never forget. Meeting new people, creating friendships, fun and entertaining activities, the perfect bundle for a BEST summer.

Aris Participant of BEST Local Course in Summer 2021