The principal investigator (Project coordinator) of the Micropower project, Ioannis Fotidis, was invited for a research visit at Jinan University, China, where he had the opportunity to disseminate the project’s novelty, objectives and research progress to esteemed faculty members, researchers, and students. This visit served as a valuable platform to present the advancements of the MICROPOWER project, particularly its innovative approach to bioaugmentation in anaerobic digestion and its potential impact on enhancing biogas production and optimizing waste-to-energy processes.
During the visit, the Principal Investigator engaged in fruitful discussions with researchers from various disciplines, exchanging insights on enhancing microorganism consortiums, biogas optimization, and resource recovery technologies. These interactions not only facilitated knowledge sharing but also helped explore new perspectives and potential collaborative opportunities in the field of sustainable energy and environmental biotechnology. The discussions emphasized the importance of microbial-driven processes in tackling global energy challenges and optimizing anaerobic digestion technologies for enhanced methane production and waste valorization. Furthermore, the novelty of the MICROPOWER project was extensively discussed.
The visit was further enriched by meetings, lab tours, and presentations, providing a deeper understanding of Jinan University’s ongoing research initiatives. These engagements laid the groundwork for future academic collaborations, reinforcing the significance of international partnerships in advancing scientific research and technological innovation.