From 8 to 10 April 2026, the MAGNO project took part in the international conference Polymers 2026: From Sustainability to Smart Systems, held in Lisbon, Portugal.
The event brought together researchers, academics and industry professionals working across polymer science, with a strong focus on sustainability, circularity and the development of smart materials. Over the three days, discussions explored topics ranging from polymer design and processing technologies to innovative applications in health, energy and environmental systems.
As part of the programme, MAGNO participated in the workshop “Safe and Sustainable BioBased Polymers: from design to end of life in Circular Value Chains (Part I)”, alongside other Horizon Europe projects. The session focused on advancing bio-based materials and addressing the full value chain, from design to end-of-life, within circular systems.
During the workshop, Dr. Alejandra Pita Milleiro (IDENER) presented the MAGNO project, contributing to the discussion on how data-driven approaches and circular strategies can support the transition towards more sustainable packaging systems.
Polymers 2026 also ran in parallel with Composites 2026 and 3Bs Materials Tech 2026, creating a broader platform for exchange, collaboration and networking across related disciplines.
Below, we share a selection of images from the event, capturing moments of discussion, exchange and collaboration.
