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About us
Mission Statement
The SMAPDEV Research Network is fundamentally committed to advancing sustainable material and process development through thoughtful research, collaborative efforts, and the sharing of knowledge. Our mission is to drive positive change by fostering innovation that aligns with our values of community service and environmental stewardship.
Vision
Our vision goes beyond traditional research. SMAPDEV aims to be a global leader, advancing sustainable solutions. In our envisioned society, the use of innovative and sustainable materials and processes meets current needs while paving the way for a strong and peaceful future. We aspire for our initiatives to inspire and support the shift towards sustainable living.
Core Values
- Excellence: Lead scientific and engineering research advances in the sustainability of materials and manufacturing processes.
- Innovation: Innovation is the heartbeat of SMAPDEV. We embrace creativity, encourage unconventional thinking, and strive to be at the forefront of ground-breaking discoveries in sustainable technology.
- Collaboration: SMAPDEV thrives on collaboration. We recognize the strength in diversity and actively seek partnerships with industry, academia, and other research institutions to amplify the impact of our work.
- Sustainability: Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond research – it is ingrained in our daily practices. We advocate for responsible and ethical conduct, ensuring that our actions align with our mission.
Our Team
SMAPDEV is a vibrant community of researchers, scholars, and professionals with diverse expertise
spanning materials science, engineering, chemistry, environmental science, and more.
Under the leadership of
Achievements
SMAPDEV has been at the forefront of ground-breaking material and product development research since its inception, accomplishing noteworthy milestones that demonstrate our dedication to sustainability and innovation. One of our most significant achievements has been the successful utilization of solvated polystyrene resin as a substitute for epoxy resin in composite development. This breakthrough not only resulted in over 30 recent publications, showcasing the depth of our research, but has also led to the filing of patents. One of these patents, in particular, has advanced to the point of being developed for ballistic applications, which is a significant achievement in materials science that might have ramifications for many other sectors. Our commitment to environmental sustainability and pollution management is demonstrated by our team's ground-breaking work in biomass carbonization and biomass-plastic co-carbonization. SMAPDEV achieved the remarkable distinction of being the first globally to successfully attempt biomass-plastic co-carbonization. This ground-breaking process demonstrates our dedication to investigating novel solutions with measurable practical impact, as does our in-depth study on retort-heated carbonization, which has resulted in over 30 publications. These achievements represent only a fraction of our ongoing efforts. SMAPDEV continues to lead the charge in sustainable material and process development, contributing to the global discourse on eco-friendly alternatives and innovative methodologies. Join us in celebrating our accomplishments and stay tuned for more pioneering developments as we forge ahead, shaping a future consistent with our vision of a resilient, egalitarian, and sustainable society.
