Strengthening Innovation with Deakin University: Advancing Sustainable Materials in Melbourne
Strengthening Innovation with Deakin University: Advancing Sustainable Materials in Melbourne
Our Australian tour concluded with an inspiring close through two major visits in Melbourne, marking a significant step in strengthening international scientific collaborations.
Last Wednesday, our Scientific Director Coralie Jehanno visited the University of Melbourne, where she met with Dr. Pooria Pasbakhsh and Dr. Massoud Sofi. The discussions focused on exploring potential collaborations and exchanging ideas in key areas such as plastic recycling, sustainable materials development, and innovative approaches to tackling environmental challenges. This meeting provided an opportunity to identify synergies between European and Australian research teams and explore ways to accelerate the translation of laboratory discoveries into practical, scalable solutions.
On Thursday, Coralie was warmly welcomed by Mega Kar and Jenny Pringle at the Deakin Institute for Frontier Materials, part of Deakin University, a globally recognized institution in materials research and technological innovation. During the Energy Symposium, she had the opportunity to present alongside leading experts including Professor Michel Armand, Joel Gaubicher, and Felix Bauer. Coralie shared insights from our journey from lab to market, highlighting the scale-up of newly developed advanced materials. Among these are the fluorine-free polyDADMAs, designed as next-generation binders for battery applications, which aim to improve performance while minimizing environmental impact.
This visit further emphasized Deakin University’s pivotal role in fostering collaborations between European and Australian research communities. Their expertise in materials science, cutting-edge laboratories, and commitment to impactful research make them a key partner in driving innovation in sustainable technologies. The discussions also explored opportunities for joint research projects, knowledge exchange programs, and potential co-development of solutions for energy storage, recycling, and next-generation battery technologies.
We are grateful for Deakin University’s vision, expertise, and dedication to meaningful science, as well as the enthusiasm of their team in creating a collaborative environment. Initiatives like this demonstrate the power of international partnerships in accelerating scientific discoveries and bringing innovative materials closer to real-world applications.
This collaboration is supported through the IONIBIKE project, funded by the European Union under grant number 101129945. The project aims to drive sustainable innovation in energy storage, materials development, and environmentally friendly technologies, highlighting the importance of cross-border scientific cooperation.