Mady Elbahri

Prof. Mady Elbahri is a Professor at Aalto University's Department of Chemistry and Materials Science. His research focuses on functional nanomaterials, plasmonics, and advanced materials for energy and biomedical applications. He leads projects on nanocomposite design, plasmonic metamaterials, and sustainable nanofabrication techniques such as Leidenfrost-based synthesis. Notable collaborations include work with Prof. Adelung on strain-invariant conductive foams and studies on zinc oxide nanotherapeutics.

His educational contributions include innovative teaching methods leveraging nanochemistry experiments, such as the Leidenfrost droplet synthesis platform. He has supervised over a dozen PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, contributing to high-impact publications in Advanced Materials, Nature Communications, and ACS Nano. His lab develops materials for applications ranging from anti-corrosion coatings to antiviral nanomaterials.

Prof. Elbahri's research emphasizes interdisciplinary innovation, bridging chemistry, physics, and engineering. Key themes include smart plasmonic absorbers, nanostructured membranes for water treatment, and biomimetic materials with adaptive properties. His work has been featured in international conferences and industry partnerships, advancing both fundamental science and practical applications.