Abu Dhabi, UAE
November 17-20, 2025

ACCELERATING INNOVATION IN ADVANCED MATERIALS

- ROUND TABLES -

During I2DMSUMMIT2025 several round tables will be organised.
Round table 1: From Lab to Business: Innovation in Advanced Materials
Francesco Bonaccorso
BeDimensional
Italy
Moderator
Vincent Bouchiat
Grapheal
France
Panelist
Jose Hugo Garcia
Apeiron / ICN2
Spain
Panelist
Matteo Negro
ESANanoTech
Italy
Panelist
Simon Thomas
Paragraf
UK
Panelist
How can cutting-edge materials move beyond the lab and into real-world applications? This roundtable will bring together researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry experts to explore the challenges and opportunities of turning scientific breakthroughs in advanced materials into market-ready solutions. Topics will include tech transfer, scaling, funding, and collaboration across sectors.
Round table 2: Lifting Innovation: Advanced Materials Transforming Aerospace and Aviation
Yarjan Abdul Samad
Khalifa University
UAE
Moderator
Shaikha Abdulrahim Almulla
MBRSC
UAE
Panelist
Giacomo Riboni
Roboze
Saudi Arabia
Panelist
This roundtable will explore how cutting-edge materials are driving innovation in the aerospace and aviation sectors. Experts from industry and academia will discuss the latest developments in lightweight composites, high-performance alloys, and multifunctional materials, and their impact on design, efficiency, sustainability, and performance. Besides potential of 2d materials in future space exploration will also be discussed. Join us for a forward-looking conversation on how advanced materials are reshaping the future of flight.
Round table 3: What it takes to build a startup worth investing in
Giovanni Baldassarri
Rialto Ventures Capital
Italy
Moderator
Round table 4: 2D and Advanced Materials for Energy: Challenges and Opportunities
Lourdes F. Vega
Khalifa University
UAE
Moderator
Fahad Alyafei
Siemens-Energy
UAE
Panelist
Suhail Diaz Valderrama
WOOD
UAE
Panelist
Ying Wang
Kimwan Energy
UAE
Panelist
This roundtable will explore the latest advances in 2D and other cutting-edge materials for energy applications, including storage, conversion, and efficiency. Experts from academia and industry will discuss current challenges, emerging opportunities, and the path from fundamental research to real-world implementation in sustainable energy technologies.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND:
1. Networking Opportunities: Engage with industry leaders, potential partners, and investors to build valuable connections.
2. Knowledge Sharing: Gain insights from other experts and share your own experiences and innovations.
3. Market Visibility: Increase your company's visibility and reputation within the industry.
4. Collaboration: Identify opportunities for collaboration on projects, research, and development.
5. Feedback: Receive constructive feedback on your ideas and products from peers and experts
6. Trends and Innovations: Stay updated on the latest trends, technologies, and market demands.
7. Influence: Have a voice in shaping industry standards and practices.
8. Business Opportunities: Discover new business opportunities and potential markets for your products or services.
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