Arab Region’s First Innovative & Industrial 2D/Advanced Materials Summit & Expo Focuses on Current Innovation Trends and Applications
Khalifa University of Science and Technology’s Research & Innovation Center for Graphene and 2D Materials (RIC2D) is proud to play a pivotal role in graphene and related materials’ research and innovation, contributing to the UAE’s status as a leader in fostering research and development in advanced materials, said His Excellency Homaid Abdulla Al Shimmari, Chairman of RIC2D’s Senior Management Board, at the Arab region’s first Innovative & Industrial 2D/Advanced Materials Summit & Expo (I2DM2024).
Organized by RIC2D and Phantoms Foundations, I2DM2024 has brought together some of the brightest minds from around the globe to the Arab region for the first time. The summit that runs until 28 November explored the insights and innovations in the industry, led by experts who offered plenary and keynote talks. . They included Nobel Laureate Professor Sir Andre Geim, University of Manchester, UK, and Professor Yury Gogotsi, Drexel University, US, Director, A.J. Drexel Nanomaterials Institute.
In his welcome remarks, Dr. Bayan Sharif, Khalifa University’s Provost, said: “Khalifa University is privileged to welcome the large gathering of scientists and innovators to this important summit on graphene, 2D, and advanced materials. This summit is not only about sharing knowledge, but is about forging connections to drive future innovations, collaborations, and tangible outcomes. The roundtables on startups and commercialization, and the B2B meetings on direct engagement will immensely facilitate potential partnerships and further cement Abu Dhabi’s role as a center for innovation in 2D materials.”
The summit features oral and poster presentations, a series of parallel workshops focused on topics of interest for the Arab region, most recent advances in technology developments, business opportunities in Advanced Materials commercialization, and an exhibition featuring the latest innovations and offerings. The day also includes two round tables titled ‘From Lab to Business’ and ‘Promoting Start-ups in Advanced Materials.
The second day’s sessions included five workshops focusing on Advanced materials in desalination and water treatment; Advanced materials in biotechnology and healthcare; Smart and advanced nanocomposite materials; Materials for hydrogen production, transportation, and storage; and Advanced Materials Characterization.
