Demetra Achilleos

Dr. Demetra Achilleos is a Lecturer/Assistant Professor at the School of Chemistry, University College Dublin. She holds a PhD in Materials Science from the University of Crete and has conducted postdoctoral research at MIT and the University of Cambridge. Her research focuses on sustainable nanomaterials and solar energy conversion, addressing global challenges in clean energy and environmental sustainability. She leads projects funded by grants such as the Ad Astra Fellowship and explores topics like photocatalytic systems for solar fuels and waste utilization.

Education: PhD in Materials Science (University of Crete), MSc (University of Crete), Professional Certificates in University Teaching & Learning (University College Dublin).

Research Interests: Development of low-cost, scalable nanomaterials for solar-driven fuel production, waste-to-energy conversion, and water purification. Her work integrates theoretical calculations, synthetic approaches, and advanced characterization techniques to engineer next-generation materials.

Grants & Awards: Ad Astra Fellowship (2020-2025), grants for projects like 'Semi-artificial systems for green solar-to-chemical synthesis' and 'Sustainable Nanoparticulate Photoabsorbers.'

Teaching: Coordinates modules like 'Soft matter & interfacial chemistry' and 'The Molecular World.' Actively involved in outreach and student recruitment initiatives.

Labs/Teams: Leads a research group focused on UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration across chemistry, materials science, and environmental engineering.