Advancing Sustainability in 2D Materials

Bio: Dr Alexander Felix Tiniakos obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and Master’s degree in Chemical Research from Queen Mary, University of London, UK. He then acquired his PhD degree from the University of Glasgow UK where he worked on the organic synthesis of complex natural products as well as various methodology projects that involved asymmetric catalysis, organometallic chemistry, free radical chemistry, high pressure hydrogenations, ozonolysis, use of pyrophoric reagents and alkali metals. Also routinely performing light, air and moisture sensitive reactions using Schlenk line technique or a glovebox. During his postgraduate studies he published 3 papers in peer-review journals and participated in 4 conferences. Before joining Creative Nano as a R&D Scientist & Project manager, he was a R&D Senior Chemist at New Zealand Pharmaceuticals Dextra UK working on API process development and scale-up. Currently he is working on several EU projects related to synthesis and characterisation of biopolymers, 2D materials, nanomaterials, dispersions for various applications and scale-up processes.

Bio: Matteo Maccanti is an environmental researcher with a Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Technology. He currently works as an LCA Analyst at Next Technology Tecnotessile, contributing to European projects on sustainability and innovation. His expertise includes Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Social LCA, and Life Cycle Costing, with a focus on textiles, packaging, bio-based materials, and eco-design. He has previous experience in academic and consulting roles, conducting environmental impact assessments, sustainability certifications, and training. Matteo has published several scientific articles and actively engages in outreach and volunteer initiatives.