Biography

Since completing my PhD in Advanced Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology in 2015, I have developed a robust career in R&D, with a particular focus on sustainable electronics, energy storage systems, and biomedical engineering applications. My research has consistently contributed to advancements in stretchable/flexible electronics, soft materials, and nanotechnology, resulting in significant publications, collaborative projects, and novel technologies.
PhD in Advanced Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology, ITMA, University Putra Malaysia (2012–2015)
During my PhD at the Institute of Advanced Technology (ITMA), I focused on synthesizing magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) using wet-chemical and solid-state reaction methods, aimed at high-frequency applications in fields such as electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding. The electrical, dielectric, and magnetic characteristics of the various nanostructured materials were considered as well. Employing a design of experiments approach, I optimized MNP synthesis parameters to achieve high reproducibility and tailored magnetic properties, addressing challenges related to nanoparticle stability and functionality. I gained extensive experience in advanced characterization techniques, including TEM, SEM, DSC, XRD, VSM, SQUID, and FTIR, which allowed for detailed analysis of the structural, thermal, and magnetic attributes of MNPs.
Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (2016)
In my postdoctoral work at MJIIT, I explored magnetorheological (MR) materials, focusing on MR fluids and elastomers for adaptive damping and soft robotics applications. I synthesized MR fluids with improved viscosity and stability, contributing to greater control over material response under magnetic fields. My work on the mechanical and rheological properties of MR materials led to advancements in adaptive systems, culminating in publications in several ISI journals and a book entitled “Field responsive fluids as smart materials”. This experience expanded my expertise in adaptive materials, opening new avenues for their integration into robotics and automotive applications.
University of Tabriz, Faculty of Mechanical and Materials Engineering (2017–2018)
At the University of Tabriz, I served as an invited fellow researcher, supported by the Iranian Nano Center. My research focused on energy storage systems, particularly flexible supercapacitors, with an emphasis on enhancing electrode materials' capacitance and durability through innovative carbon-based composites. Additionally, I supervised undergraduate and graduate students, mentoring them in materials synthesis, data analysis, and characterization techniques. My work in supercapacitor development advanced understanding in charge/discharge efficiencies and electrode scalability, leading to publications in Electrochimica Acta and Journal of Power Sources, etc.
MagNano/BioISI, Faculdade de Ciências da Universidade de Lisboa (2019–2020)
At the University of Lisbon, I developed water-based magnetic nanoparticle (MNP) suspensions for biomedical applications, specifically hyperthermia cancer treatments and drug delivery. By employing green synthesis methods with stabilizing agents such as pectin and gelatin, I improved the colloidal stability and magnetic properties of MNPs. I implemented new protocols for MNP quantification and characterization, utilizing XRD, FTIR, TEM, ICP, Mossbauer and SQUID magnetometry, which allowed for refined assessments of MNP properties and behavior in alternating magnetic fields. My work led to publications in a book entitled “Magnetic Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications”, highlighting MNPs’ efficacy in medical treatments and reinforcing their potential in biomedicine.
Instituto de Sistemas e Robótica (ISR), University of Coimbra:
At ISR, I was involved in the CMU-Portugal WoW project and the Dermotronics project, both supported by FCT grants, where I spearheaded research on liquid metal (LM) composites for stretchable/flexible and sustainable electronics. I developed 3D printable biphasic LM composites, which enabled innovations in stretchable electronics for sensors, wearable monitors, and 3R (Resilient, Repairable, Recyclable) devices. This research extended into LM-based energy storage systems, where I created resilient and customizable supercapacitors and batteries, including a unique gallium-carbon anode configuration. Key applications included the battery-on-the-board health-monitoring patch for real-time cardiac and respiratory tracking, with findings published in Advanced Materials and Advanced Materials Technologies.
Additionally, I expanded my work into hydrogel-based technologies, using photodegradable substrates to design flexible and sustainable electronics. These materials demonstrated significant potential in next-generation stretchable/flexible storage systems.