Michael Gasik

Michael Gasik is a Professor at the Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering, Aalto University. With over 30 years of experience in technology transfer, he has led initiatives across the EU, Japan, and the Middle East, including BC-Net (EC DG Enterprise). He serves as an expert for European bodies like EC/REA, COST, and ERC since 1993.

His research spans

• biomaterials
• ceramic materials
• metals processing
• sustainable manufacturing
• additive manufacturing
• green energy systems

and focuses on interdisciplinary applications in biomedical and environmental engineering.

Recent research trends include

• advanced biomaterials for medical implants (e.g., PEO-coated magnesium alloys)
• multi-material 3D printing for industrial components
• green hydrogen production via HyS cycle optimization
• sustainable polymer composites
• photocatalytic nanomaterials
• blockchain-enabled recycling for electric vehicles

Scientific accolades include

• 2023 EORS Ambassador for Finland
• 2015 National State Prize of Ukraine
• 2013 M.M. Dobrohotov Award
• 1997 JSPS Scholarship
• 1995 Best Doctorate Thesis Award
• 2007 Certificate of Appreciation for Functional Graded Materials

He has secured funding through 10 EU projects, 2 IEA projects, and over 15 national projects, contributing to >300 publications and patents. His expertise extends to technology transfer leadership and peer review for journals and funding agencies in multiple countries.