Dr. Kamyar Shirvani Moghaddam is an educational and research lead with focus on sustainability, circular economy, advanced materials and smart textiles. His research revolves around utilizing advanced materials to engineer smart structures, intelligent and smart textiles and promote a more sustainable future. One of his key areas of interest lies in incorporating nanomaterials into fabrics to create smart textiles with superior properties. These next-generation textiles boast enhanced strength, flexibility, and even built-in functionalities, such as health monitoring or temperature regulation. This focus on smart textiles aligns perfectly with the growing field of wearable technology.
His vision extends beyond functionality. A significant portion of his research explores repurposing waste materials and incorporating them into his advanced material development. This focus on waste reduction and reintegration aligns with the principles of a circular economy, where materials are kept in use for as long as possible, minimizing environmental impact.
Kamyar's commitment to sharing his knowledge is evident in his extensive publication record within high-impact scientific journals. He actively participates in prestigious international conferences, fostering collaboration and establishing himself as a thought leader in sustainable material development. Beyond academia, Dr. Shirvani Moghaddam bridges the gap between theoretical research and real-world applications through collaborations with industry partners. These partnerships drive innovation towards commercially viable products that promote a more sustainable future. His research on waste repurposing and the circular economy reflects his dedication to creating a positive impact on both society and the environment.
Research fields
401102 Environmentally sustainable engineering
401611 Wearable materials
401605 Functional materials
401106 Waste management, reduction, reuse and recycling
4014 Manufacturing engineering
UN sustainable development goals
11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
6 Clean Water and Sanitation
4 Quality Education
9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
17 Partnerships for the Goals
12 Responsible Consumption and Production
13 Climate Action
Teaching interests
CURRENT DOCTORAL SUPERVISIONExternal Supervisor 1- Feedstock Recycling of Low-Density Polyethylene for High Value-Added Application Nik Hossein Nazarloo - Deakin University 2-Surface nanostructures fabrication on Aramid fiber to increase fiber-matrix adhesion Peng Wu - Deakin University 3-Development of novel PVDF/PAN blended piezoelectric membranes for energy harvesting. Muhammad Asad - Deakin University 4-Low-Cost Sustainable Precursor for Carbon Fiber Application Jhon Harrison Baron Oliveros - Deakin University 5-Continuous and low-temperature thermomechanical recycling of polyolefins using ionic liquid Moon Paul-Deakin University COMPLETED DOCTORAL SUPERVISION Basalt fiber reinforced polypropylene composites for automotive applications Kalyana Veerabadhrabalaji Chandrasekara Bharathi -Deakin University - 2023
Research interests
1. Smart Textiles and Intelligent Fashion
High-Tech Fabrics and Clothes That Think and clothing with Built-in Technology
2. Alternative Precursors for the Textile Industry
3. Waste to Wealth: Repurposing Waste Materials
From Landfill to Luxury: Repurposing Waste (Food, plastic and textile) for Next-Generation Materials
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