I devote most of my time to research, supervising students, and collaborating with regions and industry to develop future materials and sustainable technologies that contribute to a better society with a minimal environmental footprint.
I have obtained dual-doctoral degrees (2016 – 2020) in Materials Engineering awarded jointly by Luleå University of Technology (Sweden) and Polytechnique University of Catalunya (Spain) under the Erasmus (DocMASE) program where Catalan Centre for Plastics (Spain) acted as an integral industrial partner. My research consisted of developing bio-based nanocomposites for sustainable packaging applications. Afterwards, I pursued my post-doctoral research (2021 – 2024) at Department of Mechanical Engineering, McGill University (Canada) where my research consisted of the development of high-performance multifunctional materials comprising of polymer composites and blends and deploy them for additive manufacturing of industrial components. During this tenure, I worked in close partnership with Hutchinson Aerospace and NanoXplore (both in Montréal, Canada). Another aspect of my post-doctoral research involved the development of efficient and sustainable recycling of post life-cycle aviation parts. Meanwhile, I have been actively engaged in mentoring undergraduate and post-graduate students for their research projects, teaching partial courses, writing and securing research grants.
I will teach courses in Assistive technology and the Production Technology programme in the upcoming semester.
My research experience and expertise include:
High-Performance Materials: Developing multifunctional polymer composites and blends for light weight-structures, aerospace and transportation sectors.
Additive Manufacturing: Optimizing Fused Filament Fabrication (3D printing) techniques for industrial-grade components.
Bio-based Nanocomposites: Creating eco-friendly materials for packaging and other industrial applications.
Sustainability & Recycling: Engineering mechanical recycling processes for industrial waste materials and/or parts for sustainable development and circular economy.
At Dalarna University, I will be working on the following projects:
Assistive Technology: Design and develop materials and methods for personalized assistive products such as orthoses and prosthetics.
Sustainable Industrial Process: Focus on sustainability, digitalization, and innovation to develop sustainable products.
My research methodology relies on a deep understanding of structure – process – property relationships.