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Recognition from the Estonian Research Council and Ministry of Education and Research highlights strong scientific talent behind Jälle’s circular materials innovation.
Jälle Technologies is proud to celebrate a significant achievement by our Chemist, Anna-Maria Sepp, who was awarded 2nd place in the Engineering & Technology category at the 2025 Estonian National Student Research Competition. The annual competition—organised by the Estonian Research Council in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Research—is among the most prestigious avenues for recognising outstanding student research in Estonia.
This year’s competition brought together an impressive 277 master’s theses, including 101 submissions within Anna-Maria’s category. Securing the runner-up position among such a strong pool of candidates marks a remarkable milestone and reflects the high scientific standard of her work.
Anna-Maria’s award-winning thesis, “Kasutatud liitiumioonaku grafiidi väärindamine redutseeritud grafeenoksiidiks” (“Upcycling spent lithium-ion battery graphite into reduced graphene oxide”), was defended at TalTech, with the research conducted at the National Institute of Chemical Physics and Biophysics (KBFI).
The thesis was supervised by Dr. Kerli Liivand, Jälle’s CTO, and Dr. Reio Praats, Jälle’s Head of Carbon. Their guidance underscores the strong connection between Estonia’s research ecosystem and the industrial innovation Jälle is bringing to market.
“We are incredibly proud of Anna-Maria’s achievement,” said Dr. Kerli Liivand, CTO of Jälle Technologies. “Her dedication and scientific curiosity are emblematic of the talent driving Jälle forward.”
“This recognition highlights the depth of research competence behind our work,” added Dr. Reio Praats, Head of Carbon. “It is a great moment for Anna-Maria and a strong signal for Estonia’s growing expertise in circular materials.”
Anna-Maria’s contribution strengthens Jälle’s mission to advance circular and sustainable carbon materials. Her achievement demonstrates the impact that young scientists can have in shaping high-value, low-carbon technologies for the future.
Congratulations, Anna-Maria — the entire Jälle team is proud and inspired.