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Dr. Dina Maniar is an Assistant Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, specializing in Polymer Chemistry. She leads the Maniar Group, focusing on sustainable polymers, biocatalytic synthesis, and biobased composites. Her work bridges material science and environmental sustainability, with projects like the TINKER education initiative and SOLARLab's biobased photovoltaic encapsulants. She holds a PhD from the University of Groningen (2019) and degrees from Institut Teknologi Bandung (MSc 2014, BSc 2013). Notable awards include the Vlieland Lectureship (2019) and finalist status for the Best PhD Thesis Award (2020). Her research emphasizes green synthesis methods and applications in health, energy, and environmental remediation.
Education:
- PhD in Polymer Chemistry, University of Groningen (2015–2019)
- MSc in Chemistry, Institut Teknologi Bandung (2013–2014)
- BSc in Chemistry, Institut Teknologi Bandung (2009–2013)
Research Interests: Her group explores biobased polymers, enzymatic polymerization, and functional composites. Key areas include:
- Green synthesis of furan-based polymers
- Biodegradable and recyclable materials
- Applications in drug delivery, renewable energy, and sustainable packaging
Awards:
- Finalist for Best PhD Thesis Award (2020)
- Vlieland Lectureship (2019)
- NWO Poster Award (2015)
Advising & Projects: Supervises PhD students in polymer chemistry and collaborates on education initiatives like the TINKER Project. Manages ongoing projects on biobased encapsulants for solar cells and sustainable composite development.
Labs/Teams: Maniar Group at the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials, leading projects in both polymer innovation and STEM education reform.
