Led by precision engineers.
Dr Waiel Elmadih
Dr Elmadih leads the company's technical strategy and co-creation partnerships. His work bridges academic metamaterial research and industrial deployment, translating geometry-led concepts into validated hardware for infrastructure, defence, and precision engineering clients.
Aliaa Mekki
Aliaa Mekki oversees commercial strategy and client engagement. She ensures every co-creation project delivers measurable value — from initial scoping through to validated deployment — maintaining the company's commitment to evidence-led engineering.
Abdullahi Yassin
Abdullah Yassin, a mechanical engineering student at the University of Nottingham, excels in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and machine design, applying his skills to real-world problems. He stays updated on industry trends like automation and sustainable energy. Valuing diversity and collaboration, Abdullah contributes unique ideas for innovative solutions.
Musab Hajalfadul
Musab Hajalfadul is a mechanical engineer focusing on vibration analysis and control. Over the years, he has designed, simulated, built, and tested various pieces of equipment and machinery. Now, as a postgraduate researcher at the ISVR, one of the leading vibration research centres in the UK, his work is all about combining innovation with real-world solutions.
Shape is performance.
At Metamaterials Ltd, we are committed to advancing the science of metamaterials and using this technology to create innovative solutions that benefit the world. We are passionate about harnessing the full potential of metamaterials - materials designed to possess exceptional physical properties that are unachievable in nature.
Our focus lies in leveraging the unique attributes of these materials to tackle challenges related to vibration, noise, and thermal resistance. With our cutting-edge research and development efforts, we aim to deliver game-changing solutions that enhance performance and reduce costs across a range of industries.
"We design engineered structures where the shape of the material creates the performance."
Based at The Ingenuity Centre in Nottingham — a hub for deep-tech innovation — the company serves defence, government, infrastructure, and precision engineering clients. Through co-creation partnerships, Metamaterials Ltd bridges the gap between laboratory science and industrial deployment. Join us on this exciting journey towards a more connected, sustainable and innovative future.
Benefits to the UK economy and society.
As a UK-based company, we are dedicated to driving economic growth and societal impact in the UK. Our work in aerospace and other industries creates new jobs, promotes innovation, and fosters collaboration with other UK businesses and universities.
By advancing the use of metamaterials, we can help position the UK as a global leader in cutting-edge technology, making our country more competitive in the global marketplace. Our solutions can also have a positive impact on society, improving transportation, communication, and healthcare systems, and contributing to a more sustainable future for all.