Khalifa University's RIC2D and North America-based HydroGraph Clean Power Sign MoU to Collaborate on Research Projects and Expedite Commercialization

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Khalifa University of Science and Technology’s Research and Innovation Center in Graphene and 2D Materials (RIC2D) and HydroGraph Clean Power Inc. (CSE: HG) (OTCBQ: HGCPF), a leading North America-based commercial manufacturer of high-quality nanomaterials, today announced they signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Jan. 23, 2024, to identify and develop applications that accelerate the use of graphene in various markets — including cement, concrete, lubricants and energy storage and composites — with a focus on commercializing these applications.

The MoU between Khalifa University’s RIC2D and HydroGraph was signed by Dr. Hassan Arafat, senior director, RIC2D; and Kjirstin Breure, president and interim CEO, HydroGraph. According to the MoU, the partners aim to facilitate knowledge exchange, joint research projects and technology transfer in graphene production and supply.

Arafat said: "We are delighted to establish this significant collaboration with HydroGraph. This partnership aligns with our commitment to driving cutting-edge research, innovation and technology transfer. By combining our expertise in graphene with HydroGraph's deep industry knowledge and track record, we aim to achieve breakthroughs that will have a positive impact on various sectors."

“Establishing ourselves in a high-growth region where our target markets of lubricants, composites and concrete, are heavily represented, and with a government which supports nanomaterial innovation, is a decision that aligns with our commercial strategy and vision. We are looking forward to leveraging RIC2D’s expertise in application development to capitalize on an expedited path to market,” said Breure.

Both partners have agreed to cooperate on research and application development projects to be led by RIC2D at its labs in Abu Dhabi and at the HydroGraph R&D centers in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

RIC2D leads in engaging with stakeholders for advancing the use of graphene and nanomaterials for various applications. Furthermore, it also creates opportunities for knowledge exchange through organizing collaborative workshops and symposiums that facilitate networking of various stakeholders from industry, academia and government.

HydroGraph specializes in high-quality, turbostratic graphene based on its patented technology. It brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the field of nanomaterials. It was the third company in the world to receive the Graphene Council’s Verified Graphene Producer certification, and is currently one of only five globally to be so certified.