Gustavo R Dias

Biography

Gustavo Dias holds both a Mechanical Engineering and a Master in Structural Engineering degrees from Faculty of Engineering of Oporto University, and received a PhD in Polymer Science and Mechanical Engineering by a join project of University of Minho and Ecole Nationale des Mines, Paris. Gustavo has had experience in academic activities for over 15 years, more recently as an Assistant Professor at University of Minho and in R&D both in Portugal and internationally as a researcher in the field of mechanical and materials engineering. Several years running projects and organizations providing solutions for leading edge industries such aeronautics and space provided a strong experience in management of complex projects and teams, which has now resulted in his founding Critical Materials to answer critical industry needs. Gustavo serves as a chairman of Critical Materials Board and as its Chief Executive Officer, where, among other areas, he's responsible for global strategy, marketing and external relations.

Research Interest

Marketing and strategy