On Monday, November 9, 2026, Year 2 students of the IB Diploma Programme at Psychico College had the opportunity to attend a lecture by Dr. Athina Anastasaki on Modern Plastic Recycling.

Her lecture was of particular educational value to our students, providing them with an insight into the latest scientific advances in the field of green chemistry, an area that directly relates to the curriculum and fundamental concepts covered in the IB DP Chemistry course.

Furthermore, through the presentation of her own academic journey, Dr. Anastasaki offered students the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the demands and challenges, as well as the opportunities, associated with pursuing a distinguished scientific career on the international stage.

Dr. Anastasaki is an Associate Professor at ETH Zurich and Head of the Sustainable Polymers Laboratory. She has received prestigious international awards in recognition of her work, and her pioneering research focuses on developing innovative methods of chemical recycling.