Zsuzsa A. Mayer, Ph.D.

Founder, Chief Innovation Officer at EcoSync

Zsuzsa A. Mayer, Ph.D. has a diverse work experience in various industries and research institutes. Zsuzsa is the Founder and Director of Product Development at EcoSync, a start-up company affiliated with Oxford University. In this role, they develop a smart heating system that combines artificial intelligence with MIT technologies to synchronize heating with occupancy levels for businesses, improving energy efficiency and sustainability.

Prior to this, Zsuzsa worked as a Biofuel Consultant and International Liaison at Lee Enterprises Alternative & Renewable Fuels Consulting, Inc. Here, they provided consultancy services for the world's largest alternative and renewable fuel consulting group, specializing in intermediate and fast pyrolysis, process optimization, biomass and feedstock characterization, and oil and char characterization.

Zsuzsa also served as a Laboratory Manager at the University of Oxford, specifically in the Physical and Theoretical Chemistry Laboratory. Zsuzsa managed the practical component of the undergraduate chemistry course, focusing on equipping students with practical skills and problem-solving abilities.

Earlier in their career, Zsuzsa held positions as the Principal Organic Analyst and Laboratory Supervisor at FUTURE BLENDS Ltd/The Carbon Trust, as well as a Senior Organic Analyst and Research Statistician at the same organization. Zsuzsa also worked as a Postgraduate Researcher at the European Bioenergy Research Institute and as a Junior Research Fellow at the Institute of Material and Environmental Chemistry, Hungarian Academy of Sciences.

Zsuzsa's work experience also includes being a Scientific Assistant to the Head of Research at Budapest University of Technology and Economics, an Environmental Engineer Intern at Intergeo Budapest Environmental Technology LTD, and an Instructor/Teaching Assistant at the Department of Mathematical Analysis, Budapest University of Technology and Economics.

Overall, Zsuzsa A. Mayer, Ph.D. has a broad range of expertise in areas such as sustainable energy, biofuels, chemistry, and research management.

Zsuzsa A. Mayer, Ph.D. has an extensive education history that spans various fields of study. In 2003 to 2008, they pursued their undergraduate degree at the Faculty of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology, Budapest University of Technology and Economics, focusing on a combined degree in chemical engineering and analytical/structural chemistry. Zsuzsa continued their studies at the same institution, obtaining their MSc degree in 2008.

In 2007 to 2008, Zsuzsa attended Budapest University of Technology and Economics, specializing in Quality Control Management. Zsuzsa'seducation continued at the Faculty of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology, Budapest University of Technology and Economics, where they studied Environmental Risk Management in 2008 to 2009.

Zsuzsa's passion for renewable fuels and bioenergy led their to pursue a Ph.D. in Renewable Fuels and Bioenergy at the Royal Society-Wolfson Advanced Biofuels and Bioenergy Laboratory, Aston University of Birmingham, UK, from 2009 to 2012. Zsuzsa'sresearch focused on this field of study.

Zsuzsa also engaged in additional learning experiences. In 2017, they participated in a Leen Six Sigma - Green Belt program at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. The following year, Zsuzsa joined the Startup Campus Incubation Program at Imperial College London.

Zsuzsa pursued various certifications to enhance their professional profile. In 2015, Zsuzsa obtained the Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC) from SCRUMstudy - Accreditation Body for Scrum and Agile. In 2016, they became a Chartered Chemical Engineer, a Chartered Member of IChemE (INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS), and a Chartered Scientist, accredited by the Engineering Council, INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS, and The Science Council, respectively.

Moreover, Zsuzsa expanded their knowledge in different areas. Zsuzsa obtained a Diploma in Forensic Sciences (Ofqual/FQP accredited) in 2014 to 2015 from MDL College, UK, specializing in Forensic Science and Technology. Zsuzsa also acquired a Professional Diploma (Accredited by CPD, endorsed by YMCA and approved by IICT) in Advanced Sports and Exercise Nutritional Advisor from Health Science Academy, UK, during the same period.

Alongside their education, Zsuzsa pursued further certifications and experiences. Zsuzsa obtained First Aider at Work certification in 2012 and Fire Marshal certification in 2014 from St. John Ambulance.

Overall, Zsuzsa A. Mayer, Ph.D. has a diverse and extensive education history, encompassing various fields of study and professional certifications that contribute to their expertise and knowledge in their respective areas of interest.

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  • Founder, Chief Innovation Officer

    October, 2017 - present