But not only chemists and biologists participated; contributions from computer science, process engineering, anthropogenic material flows, and operations management also demonstrated catalaix’s interdisciplinary approach. Our goal? A holistic transformation of the plastics sector.
A special highlight: Dr. Jana Weber (TU Delft) took us into the world of molecular ensembles. She explained how AI-assisted in silico design accelerates the discovery and development of synthetic polymers—a class of materials found in many everyday products.
Why is interdisciplinarity so important?
The exchange between different disciplines generates innovative solutions and helps to address complex challenges surrounding the circular economy more effectively.
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Send us an email to info@catalaix.rwth-aachen.de to receive updates on hybrid lectures!
Thanks to Dr. Jana Weber and all researchers who are driving catalaix forward!
Pictures: Klara Krämer-Klement