Research

Introduction

Dr. Anton Popelka is a Research Associate at the Center for Advanced Materials of QU since 2013. He obtained his Ph.D. degree in 2012 from the Polymer Technology program of the Polymer Institute, Slovak Academy of Sciences in Slovakia. His present research is mainly focused on surface modification of different types of polymeric materials by atmospheric and low-temperature pressure plasma techniques, especially applicable in packaging, membranes, and biomedical applications. Dr. Popelka has authored/coauthored 1 U.S. patent, 5 book chapters, and over 130 peer-reviewed publications with more than 1900 citations and h-index 22. Moreover, Dr. Popelka has also participated in many international conferences and symposiums (about 30). He has also participated in and led many projects awarded by the QNRF, QU, and industry; these projects have mainly focused on modifying polymers with eco-friendly low-temperature plasma technology.

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=u3PxQ7sAAAAJ

Scopus: SC 26432246000

ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Anton-Popelka

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anton-popelka-8763a029

Interests

  • Surface treatment using plasma techniques
  • Antibacterial modification
  • Adhesion improvement
  • Water harvesting & treatment

Research Projects

  • Highly porous, hybrid electrospun membranes for boron ions capture from desalinated water

    Highly porous, hybrid electrospun membranes for boron ions capture from desalinated water

    COLLABORATIVE GRANT funded by Qatar University

    Duration: 2020-2021. Position: Co-PI.

  • Anti-biofouling modification of polymer surfaces using liquid-infused natural oils

    Anti-biofouling modification of polymer surfaces using liquid-infused natural oils

    JUNIOR SCIENTISTS RESEARCH EXPERIENCE PROGRAM funded by Qatar National Research Fund

    Duration: 2016-2019. Position: Lead Principal Investigator.

  • Development of medical scaffolds with enhanced infection resistance using electrospinning/plasma technology

    Development of medical scaffolds with enhanced infection resistance using electrospinning/plasma technology

    UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH EXPERIENCE PROGRAM funded by Qatar National Research Fund

    Duration: 2018-2019. Position: Lead Principal Investigator.

  • Development of advanced biodegradable polymer nanocomposites with titania using plasma technology

    Development of advanced biodegradable polymer nanocomposites with titania using plasma technology

    COLLABORATIVE GRANT funded by Qatar University

    Duration: 2019-2021. Position: Co-Principal Investigator.

  • Advanced techniques for coatings towards prevention of corrosion and fouling.

    Advanced techniques for coatings towards prevention of corrosion and fouling.

    COLLABORATIVE GRANT funded by Qatar University

    Duration: 2017-2018. Position: Co-Principal Investigator.

  • Development of medical scaffolds with enhanced infection resistance using electrospinning/plasma technology

    Development of medical scaffolds with enhanced infection resistance using electrospinning/plasma technology

    UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH EXPERIENCE PROGRAM funded by Qatar National Research Fund

    Duration: 2018-2019. Position: Lead Principal Investigator.

  • Flexible conductive micro-pattern preparation using plasma discharge

    Flexible conductive micro-pattern preparation using plasma discharge

    COLLABORATIVE GRANT funded by Qatar University

    Duration: 2015-2016. Position: Co-Principal Investigator.

  • Improvement of Tetra Pak containers production by plasma discharge

    Improvement of Tetra Pak containers production by plasma discharge

    UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH EXPERIENCE PROGRAM funded by Qatar National Research Fund

    Duration: 2014-2015. Position: Lead Principal Investigator.