Our Team
Shahab Akhavan, Founder and Director
Dr Shahab Akhavan has a PhD in Engineering from University of Cambridge. His research focused on graphene and related materials for wearable electronics. After finishing his PhD he continued as Research Associate in Cambridge Graphene Centre, University of Cambridge and later he joined University College London as Lecturer (teaching). He has more than six years experience in teaching and supervising students in University of Cambridge and University College London. He is one of the founders and directors of the Impetus Education team.
Hadi Modarres, Founder and Director
Dr Hadi Modarres received his PhD in Engineering from Selwyn College, University of Cambridge. His research focused on using nanotechnology for lithium ion batteries. He graduated with a First in Engineering from Fitzwilliam College, University of Cambridge for his undergraduate degree. Hadi has over six years experience supervising, tutoring and mentoring both in academia and industry. In his spare time Hadi enjoys hiking, reading and playing football. He is one of the co-founders and directors of Impetus Education.