Ionada Appoints Nader Mosavat as Vice President of Research & Development

Ionada Appoints Nader Mosavat as Vice President of Research & Development
Staff Staff
Press Release
November 5, 2025

Markham, ON – November 5, 2025 – Ionada, a global leader in carbon capture and clean technology solutions, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Nader Mosavat as Vice President of Research & Development. Dr. Mosavat will lead Ionada’s innovation strategy, accelerating the development of advanced carbon capture technologies for maritime and industrial applications.

Dr. Mosavat brings over a decade of experience in energy and environmental research, development, and deployment, specializing in CO₂ Capture, Utilization, Storage, and Enhanced Oil Recovery. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications on microfluidic testing, new technology development, and carbon management, earning international recognition for his contributions to sustainable energy solutions.

“We are thrilled to welcome Nader to Ionada,” said Edoardo Panziera, Chief Executive Officer of Ionada. “His deep technical expertise and visionary leadership will drive our mission to deliver scalable, cost-effective carbon capture solutions for global industries.”

Dr. Mosavat added: “Ionada is at the forefront of clean technology innovation. I look forward to advancing our R&D efforts to help industries transition toward a low-carbon future.”

About Ionada

Ionada is a global leader in post-combustion carbon capture technologies. Its mission is disruptive sustainability—delivering solutions that reduce emissions while creating financial value for clients. Learn more at https://www.ionada.com.

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Zana Milhajlovic
Media Manager
suzana.mihajlovic@ionada.com

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