Rakib Kabir

Background

About Rakib Kabir

I am an experienced R&D professional in the field of advanced polymer materials. I have a keen interest in the application of functional polymer materials targeting coating industries. Currently serving as a 'Product Manager' at Optitune Oy (Finland) entrusted with steering R&D initiatives. My role involves meticulously evaluating competitive innovation roadmaps to align with strategic objectives, thereby fostering sustainable business development coating. At the forefront of Optitune's R&D endeavors, I am dedicated to advancing functional coating materials for the evolving foldable electronic touch screen market. My prior experience includes direct involvement in polymer R&D activities with leading organizations in the EU and the UK, renowned for their global prominence in polymer manufacturing. After obtaining Masters and PhD degree from Germany (in association with Helmholtz Zentrum Geesthacht, Hamburg) in Polymer Chemistry, I have channeled my professional R&D career towards developing technologies utilizing renewable resources for sustainable bulk polymer production. Throughout my career, I have significantly contributed 12 patents (Germany, UK, Finland) as a co-inventor in the application field of renewable polymer production and coating methods. My passion lies in driving carbon-neutral chemical technologies and processes, Fluorine free coating, initiate sustainable and circular coating business opportunities in coating industries. Besides, photography is my hobby and passion. You can visit my photography page (link below) Facebook: Instagram: