Material Scientist, Wood Science PhD MIMMM, Innovation enthusiast, Experienced in Product Design & Development, Agilist #Passionate about Sustainable Materials, advanced bio-materials & Climate Change Mitigation

🌱 Passionate about the intersection of science and sustainability, I am a Material Scientist specializing in Wood Science. With a background encompassing a BSc in Wood Science and Furniture Design & Technology, followed by a PhD focusing on surface characterization and adhesion within the realm of wood science, I have cultivated a deep understanding of wood anatomy and its mechanical and chemical properties.

🔬 My expertise extends to diverse areas including volatile compound emissions, surface spectrophotometry, regression models analysis, and chemometrics. Over the years, I've contributed to various research and commercial projects across Europe, working closely with industries to ensure quality control and compliance with European and international standards.

🖥️ In addition to my academic pursuits, I possess proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and Arduino, utilizing them for multiphysics modeling and developing prototype research equipment. My experience in 2D/3D CAD architecture and industrial product design complements my technical skills, allowing me to approach product development holistically, from material properties to ergonomic design.

🌍 Committed to addressing climate change, I am particularly interested in leveraging timber and bioderived advanced materials for sustainable solutions, including CO2 capture and energy storage. As a member of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) and a BSI expert representing the UK in CEN and ISO, I actively contribute to shaping industry standards and best practices.

🚀 Certified in PRINCE2 Agile Foundation and Practitioner, as well as completing a course in management and leadership, I bring a blend of technical expertise and project management skills to drive innovation and positive change in an Agile way.

Let's connect and explore opportunities to collaborate on impactful projects!

Material Scientist, Wood Science PhD MIMMM, Innovation enthusiast, Experienced in Product Design & Development, Agilist #Passionate about Sustainable Materials, advanced bio-materials & Climate Change Mitigation

Office: Memorial Building, G10

email: a.dimitriou@bangor.ac.uk

Wood and wood-based products, material science, wood modification, biomaterials, Bio-derived advance materials, Bio-electronics, from plants to materials

2025

• PublishedAssessment of Four Artificial Methods for Aging Plastic Mulch Films According to Efficiency, Rate, and Similarity to Natural Field-Aged Plastics
  Graf, M., Reay, M. K., Dimitriou, A., Chadwick, D. & Jones, D. L., 18 Jan 2025, In: Journal of Polymers and the Environment.
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
• PublishedDevelopments in the Recycling of Wood and Wood Fibre in the UK: A Review
  Spear, M., Dimitriou, A., Curling, S. & Ormondroyd, G., 15 Feb 2025, In: Fibers. 13, 2, 22 p., 23.
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
• Accepted/In pressEveryone’s talking about climate change actions, but can we learn from Wales’ approach?
  Yorke, L., Dimitriou, A., Hanna, S., Parry, S., Patterson, C. & Smith, G., 21 May 2025, (Accepted/In press) In: Geographical Journal.
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2024

• Published12-month field degradation of mulch films above &below ground - effect on polymer properties, soil microbial communities & MP production rate
  Graf, M. & Dimitriou, A., 5 May 2024.
  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review
• PublishedChemical Composition of Larch Oleoresin before and during Thermal Modification
  Spear, M., Dimitriou, A. & Marriott, R., 23 May 2024, In: Forests. 15, 6, 14 p., 904.
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2022

• PublishedChallenges in Drying Resin Modified Wood
  Pitman, A., Stefanowski, B., Spear, M., Dimitriou, A., Curling, S., Kupfernagel, C. & Ormondroyd, G., 5 Jul 2022, p. 33. 1 p.
  Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
• PublishedEffects of Biological and Chemical Degradation on the Properties of Scots Pine—Part II: Wood-Moisture Relations and Viscoelastic Behaviour
  Broda, M., Spear, M., Curling, S. & Dimitriou, A., 31 Aug 2022, In: Forests. 13, 9, 1390.
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2021

• PublishedA Method for Accelerated Natural Weathering of Wood Subsurface and Its Multilevel Characterization
  Sandak, A., Sandak, J., Noel, M. & Dimitriou, A., Feb 2021, In: Coatings. 11, 2, p. 126 19 p.
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Special issue › peer-review
• PublishedHow much can you see?
  Dimitriou, A., 16 Jul 2021, Wood Based Panels International.
  Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
• PublishedReview of Functional Treatments For Modified Wood
  Spear, M., Curling, S., Dimitriou, A. & Ormondroyd, G., 12 Mar 2021, In: Coatings. 11, 3, 29 p., 327.
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
• PublishedSensor data is fuel for the future
  Dimitriou, A., 29 Jan 2021, Wood Based Panels International.
  Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
• PublishedWhen density is a superhero
  Dimitriou, A., 28 May 2021, Wood Based Panels International.
  Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article

2018

• PublishedAdding value to UK grown timber in construction: a challenging opportunity in a future market
  Dimitriou, A., Ellis, P., Spear, M., Curling, S., Jones, R. & Ormondroyd, G., 26 Jun 2018, Timber 2018. Spear, M. (ed.). London, p. 71-73 3 p.
  Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
• PublishedASSESSMENT AND MONITORING OF AESTHETIC APPEARANCE OF BUILDING BIOMATERIALS DURING THE SERVICE LIFE
  Sandak, A., Sandak, J., Dimitriou, A., Burud, I., Thiis, T., Gobakken, L. R., Ormondroyd, G. A. & Kraniotis, D., 2018, SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING IX. Vol. 226. p. 527-536 (WIT Transactions on Ecology and the Environment).
  Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
• PublishedBroadband dielectric measurement & simulation of e-field curing systems
  Parker, N., Cuenca, J., Gumbleton, R., Dimitriou, A., Ormondroyd, G. & Slocombe, D., 26 Jun 2018, Timber 2018 . Spear, M. (ed.). London, p. 89-98 10 p.
  Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
• PublishedThe effect of pH on surface activation of wood polymer composites (WPCs) with hydrogen peroxide for improved adhesion
  Dimitriou, A., Hale, M. & Spear, M., Oct 2018, In: International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives. 85, October, p. 44-57 14 p.
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
• PublishedVOC emissions from the combustion of low-grade lignocellulosic waste
  Dimitriou, A., Roberts, P. & Ormondroyd, G., Oct 2018, In: International Wood Products Journal.
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2017

• PublishedAdding value to UK grown timber by CLT production: A KTP project
  Dimitriou, A., Ellis, P., Spear, M., Curling, S., Jones, R. & Ormondroyd, G., 4 Oct 2017, Proceedings of the International Panel Products Symposium 2017. Bangor University, p. 177-178 2 p.
  Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
• PublishedAssessment and monitoring of aesthetic appearance of building biomaterials along the service life
  Ormondroyd, G. & Dimitriou, A., 2017, Proceedings of Timber Structures 2017. p. 1 11 p.
  Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
• PublishedASSESSMENT AND MONITORING OF AESTHETIC APPEARANCE OF BUILDING BIOMATERIALS ALONG THE SERVICE LIFE
  Ormondroyd, G. & Dimitriou, A., 2017, In: WIT Transactions on Ecology and the Environment . 226, p. 527 536 p.
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
• PublishedKnowledge Transfer Partnership. Adding value to UK grown timber in construction
  Dimitriou, A., Ellis, P., Spear, M., Curling, S., Jones, R. & Ormondroyd, G., 6 Sept 2017.
  Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review
• PublishedSimulation of RF fields for wood gluing applications
  Parker, N., Cuenca, J., Dimitriou, A., Ormondroyd, G. & Slocombe, D., 21 Sept 2017.
  Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review

2016

• PublishedApplication of NIR for evaluation of weathered samples from RR test
  Dimitriou, A., Sandak, J. & Sandak, A., 19 Apr 2016.
  Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract
• PublishedMild thermal modification to add value to UK grown larch: monitoring quality, physical properties and benefits
  Spear, M., Dimitriou, A., Binding, T. & Ormondroyd, G., 10 Mar 2016, Forest Resource and Products: Moving Toward a Sustainable Future .
  Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
• PublishedNIR spectroscopy for assessment and monitoring of natural weathering process of wood
  Sandak, A., Sandak, J., Dimitriou, A. & Burud, I., 12 Oct 2016.
  Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
• PublishedThe effect of four methods of surface activation for improved adhesion of wood polymer composites (WPCs)
  Dimitriou, A., Hale, M. & Spear, M., Jul 2016, In: International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives. 68, July, p. 188-194
  Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2015

• PublishedChemical changes in mild thermal treatment of larch: to what extent do they differ from full thermal modification?
  Spear, M. J., Cowley, C. D., Binding, T., Dimitriou, A. & Ormondroyd, G. A., 26 Oct 2015.
  Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
• PublishedWood Plastic Composites: surface modification with heat to improve the adhesion ability
  Dimitriou, A., Spear, M. & Hale, M., 7 Sept 2015, Advances in modified and functional bio-based surfaces, Proceedings of COST Action FP1006.
  Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

2024

• Forests (Journal)

  Transformation of Wood after Processing and Modification. Special issue Guest Editor.

  28 Apr 2024 – 28 Feb 2025

  Links:

  • https://www.mdpi.com/journal/forests/special_issues/9KJ1S85R43
  Activity: Editorial activity (Editorial board member)
• An introduction to Agile

  This is a series of seminars to introduce Agile project management to our colleagues within the department

  19 Jan 2024 →

  Activity: Participation in Academic workshop, seminar, course (Speaker)

2023

• International Panel Products Symposium 2023

  Members of the Biocomposites Centre organised IPPS: the leading technical conference on wood based panels, including all aspects of panel production technology, feedstocks, resins and additives, market analysis and the use of wood based panels in furniture and construction applications.

  In October 2023 the International Panel Products Symposium (IPPS) returned to Llandudno for a successful two days.

  3 Oct 2023 – 4 Oct 2023

  Activity: Participation in Academic conference (Member of programme committee)

2019

• International Panel Products Symposium 2019

  8 Oct 2019 – 9 Oct 2019

  Activity: Participation in Academic conference (Member of programme committee)

2018

• Advance wood-based materials

  Guest lecture on utilisation of wood in advanced materials

  30 Mar 2018

  Activity: Invited talk (Invited speaker)

• Skills & Innovation voucher scheme - RAM Innovations Ltd - Midi

  01/06/2024 – 31/12/2024 (Finished)

• Development of wood fibre composite that mimic the properties of cricket bat willow

  01/12/2023 – 31/03/2025 (Finished)