Area A — Functional Materials

Area A covers functional materials, from 2D materials and nanomaterials to materials for catalysis, electronics, photonics, and energy applications. Seven symposia address advanced functional materials including nature-derived materials, responsive and soft materials, and quantum technologies.

FEMS Coordinator

Luís Pereira

Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Portugal

Biography

Luís Pereira is a professor at Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Portugal. His research focuses on functional materials, including transparent electronics, paper electronics, and advanced functional materials for energy and sensing applications.

ASMET Coordinator

Bernhard C. Bayer

TU Wien, Austria

Biography

Bernhard C. Bayer is a professor at TU Wien, Austria. His research centers on functional nanomaterials, thin films, and advanced characterization techniques for applications in electronics, energy, and catalysis.