NEUK Synthetic Biology Seminar II

​The North-East UK Synthetic Biology Network (NEUK) is delighted to host a seminar with guest speaker Pavlina Theodosiou, CEO and Co-Founder of METzero Technologies.

​Talk:
METzero Technologies: Sustainable Wastewater Treatment Using Microbial Electrolysis Cells

​📅 Date: Friday 6th November 2026
🕛 Time: 12 PM - 1 PM
📍 Location: Grey College, Holgate Room
🍽️ FREE lunch provided!
🚆 FREE return train ticket reimbursement (Newcastle ↔ Durham) available for registered attendees. Please register using the link below to be eligible.

​Abstract:
METzero Technologies is a Newcastle University spinout developing a modular, low-energy and sustainable approach to wastewater treatment using Microbial Electrolysis Cells. Our technology harnesses microorganisms to remove pollutants from wastewater using significantly less energy, while recovering valuable resources such as ammonia and hydrogen. We are translating over 15 years of academic research into modular systems for industrial and municipal wastewater treatment, with the technology now progressing towards full-scale demonstration. Our ambition is to turn wastewater from a costly waste stream into a valuable resource.

​Thanks to our sponsors The Genetics Society, The Northstar Foundation, Juniper VC, Merck, and the BBSRC.