THETA confirms its commitment to R&D of nano-technologies by developing exciting hybrid materials with the Centre of Materials Innovation and Design at Athlone Institute of Technology. Through this partnership with one of the leading polymer research centres in Ireland and UK we are investigating novel organic-inorganic compounds. The project is in collaboration with Dr. James Kennedy, a leader in the field, with research interests in the thermal and mechanical properties of novel polymers.
Blending of nano-particles (with unique surface chemistries and performance characteristics) and plastics (with excellent processing, handling and physical characteristics) provide the opportunity to produce materials with unique innovative properties. This has led to specific research areas including functioning light sensors as well as integration of low temperature substrates.