Igor KrupaProf. Igor Krupa is Professor and QAPCO Polymer Chair at the Center for Advanced Materials, Qatar University, Qatar. His research interest includes various aspects of polymer science and technology, particularly focused on polymeric blends and compostes, electrically and thermally conductive composites, membranes and sorbents for water purification, phase change materials, sol-gel technology and modifications of polymeric surfaces. As an industrial company Chair, he has long term experience with industry cooperation, specifically dealing with polymers' technology and processing, and chemical modifications of polymeric materials for various industrial applications (sorbents, foams, packing materials, textile). He is the author or co-author of more than 150 scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals, six chapters in books and one patent. He has presented over 100 lectures at international conferences. He is a participant in various national and international research projects in the field of polymers, nanotechnology and composites. Read More Read Less