We are Hiring – Postdoctoral Position in Polymer processing/synthesis, degradation and characterisation
An experienced researcher is required in polymer synthesis/processing, degradation, and characterisation of polymers, specifically bio-based polymers, for an EU-CBE funded Innovation action, ReBiocycle project (https://www.cbe.europa.eu/projects/rebiocycle), co-funded by Horizon Europe. This EU project centred on developing a blueprint for recycling biobased plastics. ReBioCycle aims to demonstrate that bio-based biodegradable plastics can be kept in the cycle for […]
Inspiring Tomorrow’s Scientists: PMNC Researchers Engage Primary Students with Material Science Workshop
It has always been fantastic to interact with inquisitive minds. AMBER Centre researchers Siva Ponnupandian Jessica De Micco Saranya RameshKumar, PhD delivered material science workshop to primary school students and talked about their research on bioplastics, nanofibers, lignin and so on
Professor Ramesh Babu Secures Funding for Two Innovative Projects Under CBE JU
Glad to announce that Professor Ramesh Babu has 2 projects selected for funding under the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) The CBE JU has completed its evaluation, selecting 30 proposals to receive nearly €215.5 million in funding, with Professor Babu involved in two of these projects. The first project, led by James Gaffey […]
Engaging Tour of Polymer Processing Labs for PLANCKS UK & Ireland Participants
Competitors and young scientists of PLANCKS UK & Ireland had a great time visiting our research laboratories on polymer processing. Thanks to Siva Ponnupandian for talking about the ongoing research projects on processing and recycling of biodegradable polymer composites
Science Talk with primary school children
Science Talk with primary school children – our researcher Siva Ponnupandian had a fantastic day delivering AMBER Centre workshop as a part of school’s STEAM week. It was an amazing experience to interact with a bunch of inquisitive school students and talk about his research on bio-based plastics
AMBER conference 2024
Our PhD students Jessica De Micco Minu Masliha and Post-doc researchers Saranya RameshKumar, PhD Dr. Shital Potdar Siva Ponnupandian had an engaging day at AMBER conference, delivering a talk and poster presentations on their area of research
AMBER science workshop
Our researchers Aslı Çoban and Kona Mondal had a wonderful day showcasing their research projects on powder sheet additive manufacturing @PoSAddive and sustainable food packaging IMPRESS Project as a part of delivering AMBER science workshop to primary school students AMBER Centre Brian Callagy. More details on the PoSAddive project at https://pmnc.ie/maps/IMPRESS project at https://pmnc.ie/ipress/
We are Hiring – Research Fellow in Separation Technologies
Polymeric Materials and NanoComposites (PMNC) group (www.pmnc.ie) at TCD led by Prof. Ramesh Babu. The mission is to provide world-class research in Polymeric Materials and separation sciences, to act as an intellectual powerhouse and a catalyst for the development of a smart, globally competitive industry sector in Ireland and Europe. The overarching performance target of […]
𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐀 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠!
Explore our latest blog post, authored by Ramesh Babu & Kona Mondal of PMNC Trinity College Dublin Discover how biopackaging is revolutionising the realm of sustainable packaging solutions in our blog post! Flora, fauna, or microorganisms utilized in the development of biodegradable packaging solutions offers a greener alternative to traditional fossil-fuel-based plastics, addressing environmental concerns and promoting […]
PMNC group participated in the European Researchers Night 2023
Dr. Mukesh Padnekar, representing the PMNC group, participated in the European Researchers Night 2023