Dr. Stefanos Karkanis | Polymer Science | Young Researcher Award
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki | Greece
Dr. Stefanos Karkanis is a polymer chemist specializing in sustainable polymer synthesis, advanced composite materials, and dynamic covalent chemistry. His research integrates chemical recycling of plastics with the development of high-performance thermoplastic and thermoset systems, including BPA-free dental resins and adaptable polymer networks. He is experienced in PET valorization, monomer design, and polymer optimization supported by techniques such as FTIR, NMR, DSC, TGA, GPC, and HPLC. His work extends to nanoparticle-enhanced dental materials, mechanical and thermal evaluation, and ISO-aligned quality control. He brings strong expertise in R&D, materials innovation, and leadership within multidisciplinary polymer science environments.
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