From 13 May to 20 May 2024, Prof. Gabriel Strugała, a research assistant professor at the Department of Materials Science and Materials Technology, Gdańsk University of Technology, Poland visited the Department of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malta.
Prof. Strugała specialises in the field of composite materials, with a particular focus on polymer-fiber composites and nanomodified materials. In addition, he is involved in non-destructive testing, with a particular focus on computed microtomography.
During his week-long visit, Prof. Strugała delivered a seminar to UM academics, technical staff, and research support officers on his research and expertise. This visit introduced possibilities for future research collaborations between the two Universities.