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Bhaskar Reddy SudireddyView profile

Associate Professor

• Solid Oxide Fuel Cells
• Materials Science
• Electrochemistry
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Bhaskar Reddy Sudireddy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on advanced materials for energy technologies, including solid oxide fuel cells, electrocatalysts, and ceramic processing. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) and industry innovation (SDG 9). His work emphasizes the development of high-performance electrodes, metal-supported solid oxide cells, and gas sensors. He leads projects on eco-friendly fabrication methods for energy storage systems and collaborates on piezoelectric materials sintered in humid air. His research group, Applied Ceramics and Processing, explores novel ceramic materials for applications in renewable energy and environmental monitoring. Advises five PhD students working on projects like high-temperature electrolysis cells and antiferroelectric materials. Supervises interdisciplinary research spanning electrochemistry, materials synthesis, and device fabrication. Located at DTU’s campus in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark, with extensive international collaborations.

• Nanofiber Technology
• Electrospinning
• Environmental Nanotechnology
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Wenjing Zhang is a Professor and Head of the Section for Water Technology and Processes at the Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). She is also affiliated with the DTU Microbes Initiative, contributing to interdisciplinary research in sustainable water technologies and environmental nanomaterials. Professor, DTU Head of Section, Water Technology & Processes Member, DTU Microbes Initiative Her research spans nanofiber technology, electrospinning, membrane processes, and catalytic materials for environmental applications. She focuses on innovative solutions for water purification, plastic waste recycling, CO2 photoreduction, and green hydrogen production, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in advanced materials for environmental sustainability, particularly electrospun nanofibers, heterojunction photocatalysts, and ceramic membranes. These works emphasize applications in microplastic degradation, solid oxide cells, and chemical recycling of plastics, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach combining materials science, electrochemistry, and environmental engineering. Researcher at DTU Energy becomes honorary professor in China Wenjing Zhang actively supervises PhD students and leads multiple research projects, including EU and nationally funded initiatives on decentralized wastewater treatment and biocatalytic membrane systems. She collaborates with leading researchers and institutions, securing funding for high-impact environmental technologies. Her lab focuses on nanostructured membrane design and advanced fabrication of porous ceramics for industrial and municipal applications.

Shuang Ma AndersenView profile

Professor

• Electrocatalysis
• Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFCs)
• Water Splitting
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Shuang Ma Andersen is a Full Professor at the Department of Green Technology (IGT) and SDU Chemical Engineering, specializing in electrocatalysis, fuel cell technologies, and sustainable resource recovery. Her research focuses on oxygen evolution reaction (OER) catalysts, membrane electrode assemblies, and innovative synthesis methods for iridium/platinum-based systems.

Rasmus BjørkView profile

Professor

• Energy Conversion
• Materials Science
• Magnetocaloric and Elastocaloric Cooling
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Rasmus Bjørk is a Professor at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage. His research focuses on advanced materials for energy systems, particularly in magnetocaloric and elastocaloric cooling, magnetic materials, and additive manufacturing for functional devices. His work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially in affordable and clean energy. PhD Supervision: Active projects include energy storage using topological spin textures, magnetothermal waste heat harvesting, and bio-magnetometers. Key Research Areas: Magnetic refrigeration, energy harvesting, and freeze-casting of functional materials. Recent advancements include 3D-printed elastocaloric coolers and studies on magnetoresistive devices. His team develops novel techniques for optimizing magnetic systems and energy conversion processes. He has published over 160 articles and led projects on regenerator design, magnetic bearings, and sensor technologies. Collaborations span multiple countries and disciplines. Notable contributions include pioneering work on freeze-casting for biomaterials and the MagTense micromagnetic framework. His research bridges theoretical modeling and practical applications in sustainable energy solutions.

Peter Vang HendriksenView profile

Professor

• Solid Oxide Fuel Cells
• Solid Oxide Electrolysis
• Electrochemical Materials
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Peter Vang Hendriksen is a Professor and Head of Section at the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage, Technical University of Denmark. He holds a Ph.D. in Materials Research (1993) from the same institution, focusing on nano-sized particles and particulate systems. His research emphasizes solid-state electrochemistry, solid oxide fuel cells, and electrolysis technologies, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy. He supervises multiple PhD projects on advanced materials for energy conversion and storage systems. He has authored over 416 publications and actively contributes to conferences and editorial work, including co-editing the Fuel Cells journal (2020-2021). His work addresses challenges in high-temperature materials durability, electrolysis efficiency, and green ammonia production. He has pioneered advancements in oxide compound stability and interconnect materials for solid oxide cells. Current projects include eco-friendly solid oxide electrolysis cell fabrication and novel ammonia synthesis routes. He collaborates internationally on materials characterization and techno-economic assessments of renewable energy systems.

Knud Villy ChristensenView profile

Associate Professor

• Chemical Engineering
• Membrane Technology
• Biofuels
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Knud Villy Christensen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Green Technology (IGT), University of Southern Denmark (SDU), and serves as Head of Section for SDU-Chemical Engineering. His research focuses on Chemical Engineering with emphasis on Membrane Technology , Biofuels , and Biowaste Valorization . He is actively involved in projects targeting sustainable energy and resource recovery from agricultural and industrial waste streams. His work spans Membrane Separation Technology (e.g., membrane distillation for food processing), Chemical Reactor Engineering , and Mathematical Modeling of unit operations. Recent publications highlight his expertise in green extraction of natural compounds biocascade approaches for biomass valorization biofuel production optimization Christensen has supervised numerous internships and projects at institutions like Fjernvarme Fyn, Carlsberg A/S, and Biogas Clean. His current projects include SUSTEPS (sustainable biofuel scaling) and ReCaP (phosphorus recycling). His research aligns with environmental sustainability and industrial process intensification.

Cejna Anna Quist-JensenView profile

Associate Professor

• Membrane Technology
• Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Resource Recovery
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Cejna Anna Quist-Jensen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Aalborg University, affiliated with the Bioresources and Process Engineering Center and the Center for Membrane Technology. Her research focuses on membrane-based technologies for resource recovery, including minerals/metals and freshwater from unconventional sources like waste streams. She specializes in membrane distillation, membrane crystallization, electrodialysis, and forward osmosis. Education: PhD in Membrane Crystallization (Institute on Membrane Technology, ITM-CNR, 2016) and MSc in Chemical Engineering (2012). Key projects include BEYONDBATTREC (battery recycling), CORNERSTONE (water-energy-solute recovery), and EXBRINER (seawater brine resources). She teaches Integrated Process Modeling and supervises students across multiple semesters in water/wastewater treatment. Research interests span sustainable development goals (SDGs), particularly clean water (SDG 6), affordable energy (SDG 7), and responsible consumption (SDG 12). Her work addresses industrial wastewater treatment, produced water management, and circular economy strategies. Notable contributions include advancements in 3D-printed membranes, percrystallization for zero liquid discharge, and lithium/magnesium recovery from brines. She actively participates in conferences and collaborates internationally on membrane technology innovations.

Yuanzheng YueView profile

Professor

• Amorphous Materials
• Glass Science and Engineering
• Lithium-Ion Batteries
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Yuanzheng Yue is a Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Aalborg University, Denmark. He holds prestigious fellowships from the European Academy of Sciences, Royal Society of Chemistry, European Ceramic Society, and Society of Glass Technology (UK). His research focuses on amorphous materials, glass science, energy storage systems (e.g., lithium-ion and zinc-ion batteries), and sustainable materials. He leads projects like ReMaBrick (recycled materials in construction) and explores glass-based solutions for energy and environmental challenges. Education: Not explicitly detailed in the provided text. Key Research Areas: Amorphous materials, metal-organic frameworks, battery technologies, and sustainable materials. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications, including advanced battery materials and eco-friendly construction solutions. Over 800 publications and 12 datasets highlight his prolific output. Recent articles emphasize disordered materials for batteries, MOF glasses, and CO₂ utilization in synthetic marbles. Awards: Multiple fellowships recognizing contributions to glass science and materials innovation. Advising & Grants: Supervised 22 PhD students and secured funding for projects like ReMaBrick (2023–2026) and Glass Mechanical Properties (2016–2021). Collaborations span academia and industry, addressing structural materials and energy storage. Labs/Teams: Leads the Disordered Materials and Functional Amorphous Materials groups, focusing on glass structure-property relationships and sustainable technologies.

Eugen StamateView profile

Professor

• Plasma Aided Nanotechnology
• Nanofabrication
• Thin Films
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Eugen Stamate is a Professor in Plasma Aided Nanotechnology at the National Centre for Nano Fabrication and Characterization, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). He is actively engaged in advanced nanofabrication research, focusing on plasma-based processes, thin films, and solar energy materials. His work is central to DTU Nanotech’s mission in next-generation material development. Research Interests: His expertise spans plasma-aided nanofabrication, magnetron sputtering, focused ion beams, and thin film engineering. He investigates functional materials for solar cells, IoT sensors, and electrostrictive devices. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals in sustainable energy and responsible innovation. Recent Research Trends: Analysis of his latest publications reveals a strong focus on plasma-based nanofabrication, oxide thin films, and renewable energy materials. Key themes include thermochromic VO2 films, electrostrictive ceramics, high-entropy alloy catalysts, and microscale drug delivery systems. His work bridges fundamental plasma physics with applications in energy, healthcare, and environmental technology. Scientific Awards: No specific awards mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: Professor Stamate is the main supervisor for multiple active PhD projects at DTU, including research on 3D plasma-sheath-lenses for nanofabrication and metal oxide thin films for IoT sensors. He collaborates with leading researchers across departments, indicating strong grant support and interdisciplinary engagement. Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with DTU Nanolab (http://www.nanolab.dtu.dk), a state-of-the-art facility for nanocharacterization and fabrication. His work involves close collaboration with teams in material science, photovoltaics, and microsystems engineering.

Zhencai LiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Materials Science
• Glass and Glass Ceramics
• Luminescence
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Zhencai Li is an Assistant Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and Science. His research focuses on disordered and functional amorphous materials, particularly oxyfluoride glass-ceramics. He holds a Master's degree in Materials Science and Technology from 2018, specializing in optical properties of oxyfluoride glass ceramics. His work explores crystallization mechanisms, optical properties, and luminescence enhancement in advanced materials. Education: Master of Materials Science and Technology (2015–2018), awarded June 2018, focusing on optical properties of oxyfluoride glass ceramics. Research interests include glass ceramics, luminescence, nanocrystalline materials, and phase separation. His recent studies address topics like β-relaxation in oxide glasses, rare-earth doped materials, and eco-friendly battery recycling. He leads the project "Optical properties of Rare earth doped oxyfluoride glass ceramics" and collaborates internationally on material dynamics and structural analysis. Key research themes include tailoring optical properties via crystal structure tuning, immiscibility in silicate liquids, and low-temperature crystallization processes. His publications highlight advancements in material engineering, sustainability, and sensing applications.

Andreas KaiserView profile

Associate Professor

• Materials Science
• Energy Conversion
• Environmental Engineering
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Andreas Kaiser is an Associate Professor at the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His work focuses on advanced materials for energy and environmental applications, including ceramic processing, gas separation membranes, and CO₂ capture technologies. He holds academic positions since 2004 and has industry experience at Sulzer Innotec AG and Daimler Chrysler Aerospace. Research interests include sintering of advanced ceramics, design of porous materials for gas separation, and electrochemical systems for renewable energy integration. Notable projects involve metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for CO₂ conversion, enzyme membrane reactors, and oxygen transport membranes for hydrogen production. Recent publications highlight innovations in photoelectrolyzers for CO₂ reduction, hierarchical pore structures in nano-MOFs, and methane storage using 3D-printed lattices. He supervises PhD students in areas like CO₂ capture, enzyme immobilization, and membrane reactor design. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and clean energy. Key collaborations include projects on MOF-nanofiber architectures for CO₂ utilization and Nordic networks for post-combustion CO₂ capture. He actively participates in conferences on ceramic materials and energy systems, emphasizing scalable, sustainable solutions for global energy challenges.

Aamer AliView profile

Associate Professor

• Membrane Technology
• Desalination
• Water Treatment
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Aamer Ali is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University, affiliated with the Thermal Engineering department within the Faculty of Engineering and Science. His research focuses on advanced membrane technologies, including membrane distillation, crystallization, and desalination, with applications in sustainable water treatment, resource recovery, and energy systems. He leads and collaborates on high-impact projects such as the EU-funded CORNERSTONE initiative for water-energy-solute recovery and the AAU Water project addressing water sustainability challenges. His work emphasizes circular economy principles, zero liquid discharge solutions, and innovative membrane synthesis via 3D printing. Key areas of expertise include lithium recovery, produced water treatment, and industrial wastewater management. Ali has contributed to over 70 publications and actively participates in international conferences and editorial roles in membrane technology journals. Education : Not explicitly stated, but inferred expertise aligns with advanced degrees in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Science. Research Interests : Dr. Ali’s research bridges membrane innovation and environmental sustainability. He develops cutting-edge membrane systems for desalination, crystallization, and zero liquid discharge (ZLD) processes. Recent work includes 3D-printed membranes, percrystallization for resource recovery, and energy-efficient water purification for PEM electrolysis. His projects often integrate interdisciplinary approaches to address global challenges in water scarcity and industrial waste. Grants & Projects : He leads or co-leads 21 projects, including: BEYONDBATTREC (EU Horizon Europe): Innovating battery recycling via selective preprocessing technologies. CORNERSTONE (EU Horizon Europe): Developing integrated systems for water-energy-solute recovery from industrial streams. AAU Water: Coordinating interdisciplinary efforts to advance water sustainability. Lab/Teams : His work is conducted within the AAU Energy research group, collaborating closely with industry partners and international teams on membrane technology development and pilot-scale applications.

Vittorio BoffaView profile

Associate Professor

• Membrane Technology
• Water Purification
• Photocatalytic membranes
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Vittorio Boffa is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Aalborg University, within The Faculty of Engineering and Science. He specializes in membrane technologies, particularly in photocatalytic and thermocatalytic membranes for water purification, nanofiltration, and sustainable materials. His research integrates advanced materials like graphene oxide, MOFs, and perovskites with membrane engineering to address industrial and environmental challenges. Key research interests include developing energy-efficient membranes for water treatment, photocatalytic degradation of pollutants, and synergistic integration of catalytic processes with membrane systems. He leads projects funded by EU Horizon and industry partners, focusing on antimicrobial food packaging, desalination, and wastewater recycling. Collaborations span institutions globally, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to environmental sustainability. His 129 publications and 22 ongoing projects highlight contributions to membrane distillation, nanocomposite design, and circular economy applications. Notable work includes thermocatalytic ceramic membranes and MXene-based photocatalysts. Awards and media recognition include coverage in Forskningskroner and Navnenyt . He supervises 7 PhD students, mentoring research on topics like graphene-based membranes and MOF-functionalized materials. Current initiatives include the IN2AQUAS EU project on antimicrobial films and FiBrane on membrane optimization. His labs focus on scalable membrane fabrication and real-world deployment, bridging laboratory innovation with industrial applications.

Thomas Willum HansenView profile

Professor

• Transmission Electron Microscopy
• Catalyst Materials
• Nanoparticle Analysis
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Thomas Willum Hansen is a Professor at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), affiliated with the National Centre for Nano Fabrication and Characterization. His primary role involves advancing atomic-scale materials dynamics through aberration-corrected environmental TEM (ETEM). He oversees the ETEM facility and trains users in electron microscopy techniques. Hansen holds a PhD from DTU (2002–2006), followed by a Postdoc at the Fritz Haber Institute (2006–2008) and a Research Assistant position at Haldor Topsøe A/S (2001–2002). His research focuses on catalyst materials characterization, nanostructured materials, and microscopy innovations. Key areas include transmission electron microscopy (TEM), nanoparticle dynamics, and in-situ TEM studies. Recent work explores beam-induced heating effects, machine learning in microscopy, and solar degradation mechanisms in energy materials. Hansen supervises multiple PhD projects, including studies on quantum emitters in 2D materials, pyrolytic carbon for energy storage, and high-resolution TEM of catalytic surfaces. His contributions align with sustainable development goals through advanced material science.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing
• Titanium Alloys
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Fatma Nur Depboylu is a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering , focusing on SDU Mechatronics at the University of Southern Denmark . Her research bridges materials science and biomedical engineering, particularly in titanium-based implant technologies. Research Interests: Dr. Depboylu specializes in additive manufacturing for biomedical applications, with emphasis on Porous titanium structures for implants Surface coating and functionalization techniques Mechanical characterization of biomaterials Laser powder bed fusion optimization Material selection for orthopedic applications Publication Trends: Recent works focus on advanced fabrication methods for titanium implants using laser technologies, mechanical analysis of gyroid structures, and surface modification techniques enhancing biological properties. Collaborations span materials science, biomedical engineering, and mechanical testing. Key Collaborations: Works with researchers like Ömer Poyraz , Edris Yasa , Feray Korkusuz , and Chan Hee Park on implant design and characterization projects.