We are pleased to announce the international conference SPE 2025 – Sustainable Printed Electronics: Sustainability and Challenges that will be held at the KEDEA Building in Thessaloniki, Greece, from September 23rd to 25th, 2025. This event is organised by EXELISIS and supported by the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), the Danish Technological Institute (DTI) and AXIA Innovation, who are partners of the SaP EU project.
Printed electronics (PE) are becoming increasingly prevalent in various aspects of our daily lives, including flexible displays, energy harvesting devices, wearable sensors, smart labels, consumer electronics, and home appliances. Considering that less than 40% of electronic waste is currently recycled in the EU, it is necessary to develop the next generation of PE that are reusable, recyclable, and manufactured from biobased and/or biodegradable materials. SPE2025 will focus on the latest cutting-edge advancements in PE and their applications, with an emphasis on sustainability across their entire life cycle.
We are excited to explore novel, greener manufacturing techniques for large-scale and high-speed mass production of low-cost PE, and highlight breakthroughs in the employment of advanced materials (nanoparticles, carbon dots, conductive nanocomposites, biobased and biodegradable polymeric substrates) that enable reuse or high-quality recycling, thereby promoting sustainability.
We welcome presentations on high-performance ink formulations containing biobased components, including adhesives and solvents, that facilitate the extraction and reuse or recycling of precious metals. Primary, mechanical, and chemical recycling methods, including on-demand de-bonding, will also be discussed. We will demonstrate innovative applications of printed, flexible, and stretchable devices. Finally, we will address the integration of Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) methodologies and circular economy principles in PE.
We look forward to welcoming you to Thessaloniki!
Prof. Dimitrios Bikiaris, Dr. Zachary J. Davis and Dr. Ioanna Deligkiozi
Sustainable Printed Electronics 2025 Chairs
Printed electronics & manufacturing
This session will cover the latest advancements in the manufacturing processes of printed electronics, including techniques like inkjet printing, screen printing, and gravure printing. It will also discuss the integration of electronic components onto various substrates.
Session 1 Key Words – flexible electronics, organic Electronics, Thin-film electronics, Conductive synthetics/polymer electronics, 3D structural electronics, large-area electronics, printing Technologies, Inkjet printing, aerosol-jet printing, electrohydrodynamic printing, screen printing, printing processes – additive manufacturing, self-assembly manufacturing, 3D printing, roll-to-roll manufacturing.
Advanced Materials for Printed Electronics
This session will focus on the development and use of advanced materials in printed electronics, such as conductive polymers, nanomaterials, and flexible substrates. It will explore how these materials enhance the performance and functionality of printed electronic devices.
Session 2 Key Words – Organic, inorganic, Metallic Nanoparticle Ink, carbon dots, graphene, multiwalled nanotubes, conductive polymers, nanocomposites, doped semiconductors, printed substrates, Polymers and their composites for flexible electronics, PET PLA substrates, PDMS, TPU, other polymers, Conductive polymers and polymeric composites, Bio-Based Polymeric Substrates.
Ink formulations
This session will delve into the formulation of inks used in printed electronics, including the selection of materials, the impact of different formulations on device performance, and the challenges associated with achieving consistent and high-quality prints.
Session 3 Key Words – functional materials and nanomaterials, conductivity, adhesives, curing methods, green solvents, 2D-Material Ink, D-Material Ink, Molecular Ink, UV-Curable Ink, solvent-based materials, functional inks, functional inks with sustainable and biobased polymer Metal Oxide Nanoparticle Ink, Liquid Metal-Based Inks, Direct Ink Writing (DIW), Solution Processing Techniques.
Recycling of Printed Electronics
This session will address the environmental aspects of printed electronics, specifically the recycling and disposal of printed electronic components. It will explore methods for reclaiming materials and reducing waste in the production process.
Session 4 Key Words – recycling of conductive metallic materials, recycling of polymeric substrates, chemical recycling, mechanical recycling, solvolysis, microwave irradiation, Primary recycling, environmental Impact, material reclamation, waste reduction, production process, sustainable practices.
Sustainability, Circularity, SSbD & market
This session will discuss the sustainability and circular economy principles applied to printed electronics. It will cover strategies for designing for sustainability (SSbD), market trends, and the economic impact of sustainable practices in the industry.
Session 5 Key Words – governance, market standards, life cycle analysis, safe and sustainable by design, roadmaps, policies, Circular Economy, Sustainability Strategies, Market Trends, Economic Impact, SSbD (Safe and Sustainable by Design)
Devices & Applications
This session will showcase various applications of printed electronics in devices such as sensors, displays, batteries, and wearable technology. It will highlight real-world examples and discuss the potential for future innovations.
Session 6 Key Words – flexible and stretchable device, printed device, stretchable device, energy devices, conductive electrodes, applications of 3D-Printing Technology, Power supply, energy, consumer electronics, information display, flexible sensors, integrated circuit, consumer electronics, textiles-clothing, packaging, automotive, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, patient tracking to smart drug packaging, smart buildings. Bioelectronics and biosensors;
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Prof. Georges HADZIIOANNOU
Dr. Zachary J. DAVIS
Dr. Panteleimon PANAGIOTOU
Prof. Nikos PLEROS
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Academic & Research Institutions
- Attendance at all conference sessions
- Coffee breaks
- Lunch
- Conference bag
- Program
- Book of abstracts
- Conference dinner
Participation in the conference is considered final only once the registration fees have been paid.
Student
- Attendance at all conference sessions
- Coffee breaks
- Lunch
- Conference bag
- Program
- Book of abstracts
- Conference dinner
Participation in the conference is considered final only once the registration fees have been paid.
Non-Academic
- Attendance at all conference sessions
- Coffee breaks
- Lunch
- Conference bag
- Program
- Book of abstracts
- Conference dinner
Participation in the conference is considered final only once the registration fees have been paid.
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The Research Dissemination Center is located at 3is Septemvriou, 54636,Thessaloniki, Greece.
View the exact location and get directions on Google Maps.
The easiest way to get there is by taxi, approx. 25-30 € from the airport to the University.
Alternatively, you can get a bus. The serving line from the airport to the city is No78.
You can find more information about the routes here.
Proposed hotels for your stay in Thessaloniki.
Close to the venue:
- ABC Hotel: 5 min walk to venue, you can check the following Google Maps
- Makedonia Palace Hotel: 10 min walk to venue, you can check the following Google Maps
City center:
You must apply for your own visa application. Organisers are not responsible for any visa application but can provide a Visa Support Letter. Check here for information on obtaining a visa for Greece.
Sustainable Printed Electronics 2025 will be held in the premises of KEDEA Building, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
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