About Dr Panagiotis Karagiannidis
I studied Physics (BSc) at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and received an MSc degree in Nanosciences and Nanotechnologies. I gained my PhD in Physics on the growth and study of thin films and the fabrication of organic photovoltaic devices. I gained three years of postdoctoral experience at the Cambridge Graphene Centre at the Electrical Engineering of the University of Cambridge. In Cambridge, I worked on the production of 2D materials by new solution processing methods, the formulation of printing inks and the development of polymer composites. I joined the University of Sunderland in 2017 as senior lecturer and progressed to associate professor in 2022. I established and lead a polymer composites laboratory.
I have over 15 years of experience in working and managing research projects, over 50 peer-reviewed research papers, granted patents and patent applications, over 60 conference participations including oral presentations and invited talks. I have an extensive track record of collaborations with the industry and world-class academic institutions. I have commercialised three graphene products.
Teaching and supervision
Modules:
- Thermofluids
- Manufacturing and Materials
- Sustainable Engineering
- Manufacturing Processes
- Vehicle Chassis Engineering
- Automotive Dynamics and Control
Supervisions:
- Final Year Project
- MSc Projects
Interests
I welcome enquiries from potential PhD candidates who are interested in the areas of:
- Polymer-matrix nanocomposites for applications in automotive, aerospace and construction industries
- Graphene printed and structural electronics
Research
My research is focused on the development of advanced materials and printed electronics:
- Polymer matrix nanocomposites (including thermosets, thermoplastics and elastomers)
- Functional films by coating or printing techniques.
- Printed and flexible electronics (organic solar cells, capacitive touchpads, RFIDs, strain sensors).
Highlights
- Introducing Functional Mouldings, thermoformable conductive inks redefine electronics
- Development of new graphene/epoxy nanocomposites and study of cure kinetics, thermal and mechanical properties(opens in new tab)
- Microfluidization of Graphite and Formulation of Graphene-Based Conductive Inks(opens in new tab)
- Terahertz saturable absorbers from liquid phase exfoliation of graphite(opens in new tab)
Current PhD students:
- Razlinda Talbot, Sustainable 4D‑Printed bioepoxy–bioacrylic hybrid smart composites reinforced with graphene and natural fillers for shape memory and self‑sensing enabled by UV and thermal dual‑curing for advanced engineering applications, (1st supervisor)
- Abdelaziz Alhannini, Enhancing defect detection using AI and machine learning in Health Care PCB Assembly, (1st supervisor)
- Paul Leckenby, Design and manufacture of noise-reduced enhanced-flight-performance drone propellers using acoustic analysis and material science, (1st supervisor)
- Dwane Cossey, Study of 2D materials within thermosetting resins for structural applications (1st supervisor)
PhD completions:
- Spyridon Fakiridis, Development of thermal interface materials based on polydimethylsiloxane matrix, filled with graphene and ceramic fillers. Study of thermal and mechanical properties – completed 2024 (1st supervisor)
- Bankole Oladapo, Development of polymer scaffolds for spine bone implants – completed 2023 (1st supervisor)
- Haishang Wu, Localised Plastic Recycling and Additive Manufacturing: Sustainability Strategy – completed 2023 (co-supervisor)
- Sheikh Rehman, Synthesis and study of novel nanocomposites with polymer matrix and graphene or related layered materials (GRMs) for lightweight automotive applications - completed 2022 (1st supervisor)
- Molchanov Dmitrii Sergeevich, Damage monitoring of aircraft structures made of composite materials using wavelet transforms – completed 2020 (1st supervisor).
Further information
Membership of professional bodies:
- Chartered Scientist (CSci)
- Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry (MRSC)
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
Journal Editor:
- Associate Editor for the Journal of Nanomaterials, Nanoengineering and Nanosystems (JNNN), SAGE Publishing
- Member of the Editorial Board of Discover Materials, Springer Nature
- Member of the Editorial Board of Energies, MDPI, Advanced Energy Materials Section
Reviewer:
I am peer reviewer for 10+ Journals.
