Abdelaziz Gouda, Ph.D., is a materials scientist and entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in green materials and sustainable technologies. He is the cofounder and CEO of HyC Light, a University of Toronto spin-off pioneering light-driven methane conversion into clean hydrogen and carbon nanotubes. His work bridges research and commercialization, advancing scalable climate solutions. Recognized by leading cleantech accelerators and VentureRadar as a top 20 innovative university spin-off, Abdelaziz continues to drive innovation at the intersection of science, technology, and entrepreneurship.