Updated on 9 July 2026
Material testing and environmental biodegradability
Researcher, Head of Department Recycling concepts, pre-treatment and plastics analytics at IKK - Institute of Plastics and Circular Economy
Garbsen, Germany
About
The Material Testing Department at the Institute of Plastics and Circular Economy (IKK) provides comprehensive testing and characterization of plastics, composites, and recycled materials throughout their service life. Its expertise includes mechanical, thermal, microscopic, and environmental testing, failure analysis, weathering, and durability assessment according to international standards.
A particular strength is the evaluation of biodegradable plastics and marine biodegradation under laboratory and application-relevant conditions, supporting the development and validation of sustainable materials.
Combined with advanced analytical methods, IKK assesses material performance, degradation mechanisms, recyclability, and long-term functionality for research, industry, and standardization activities.
Field
- Modelling, simulation, predictive technologies
- Raw Materials
- Sustainability
- Testing & Analysis
Organisation
Similar opportunities
Expertise
- Testing & Analysis
Madina Shamsuyeva
Researcher, Head of Department Recycling concepts, pre-treatment and plastics analytics at IKK - Institute of Plastics and Circular Economy
Garbsen, Germany
Expertise
Plastics processing and recycling
- Raw Materials
- Sustainability
- Decarbonisation
Madina Shamsuyeva
Researcher, Head of Department Recycling concepts, pre-treatment and plastics analytics at IKK - Institute of Plastics and Circular Economy
Garbsen, Germany
Expertise
Plastics recycling concepts and pre-treatment
- Raw Materials
- Sustainability
- Decarbonisation
Madina Shamsuyeva
Researcher, Head of Department Recycling concepts, pre-treatment and plastics analytics at IKK - Institute of Plastics and Circular Economy
Garbsen, Germany