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Joaquín Acevedo-MascarúaView profile

Professor

• Process Optimization
• Energy Efficiency
• Alternative Fuels
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Joaquín Acevedo-Mascarúa serves as the Associate Academic Dean of the School of Engineering and Sciences at Tecnológico de Monterrey, overseeing academic portfolio management, educational innovation, and undergraduate program accreditation. Previously, he was Regional Dean for the Monterrey Region and Director of Faculty Development, playing key roles in developing the Tec21 Educational Model and Tecmilenio University's competency-based system. His educational background includes: Bachelor's and Master's in Chemical Engineering from Tecnológico de Monterrey (1987, 1990) Doctorate in Chemical Engineering from Imperial College London (1996) Awarded National System of Researchers (SNI) membership, his research spans process optimization, sustainable energy, and educational innovation. Recent work focuses on Challenge-Based Learning effectiveness, gender equity in STEM, and emergency medical device design during the pandemic. His publications reveal strong interdisciplinary connections between engineering education, sustainable development goals (particularly ODS 4, 5, 7, 9, 12, 13), and industrial applications. Scientific recognition includes: National System of Researchers (SNI) Membership Three granted patents (process optimization/environmental assessment) With over 40 publications and 50 industry collaborations (including BASF, BP, Pemex), he has directed major academic units like the Chemical Engineering Department and Environmental Quality Center. His current work supports Central/South American universities in educational model development while advancing gender equity initiatives and sustainable engineering solutions.

Robert HonkeView profile

Professor

• Materials Science
• Structural Mechanics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
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Prof. Dr. Robert Honke serves as Research Group Leader for System Simulation at the Institute for Hydrogen and Energy Technology (iwe) and sits on the Advisory Board of the Institute for Circular Economy of Bio:Polymers (ibp) at Hof University of Applied Sciences. His office is located in Building C, Room C117, with Wednesday office hours from 13:00-14:00. With over two decades of academic service since 2003, he bridges theoretical physics and practical engineering applications. Education: Physics studies at University of Regensburg Doctorate in Theoretical Physics (University of Regensburg) focusing on ab initio calculations of nonlinear vibrations on semiconductor surfaces Research Interests: Prof. Honke's work spans sustainable materials engineering and advanced simulation techniques. His primary focus areas include construction materials derived from biogenic residues, efficient thermal storage systems, control mechanisms for building energy management, and lightning strike damage simulation on composite structures. His research integrates computational physics with practical engineering challenges, particularly in aerospace and sustainable energy systems. The consistent thread through his career—from semiconductor surface physics to modern composite materials—demonstrates deep expertise in applying simulation methodologies to real-world structural and energy problems. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2015-2022) emphasize lightning protection for composite aerospace materials, thermal energy storage solutions, and biomass conversion technologies. Earlier works (1996-2002) established foundational contributions to surface physics, semiconductor vibrations, and satellite mirror design. Collectively, his research shows a strategic evolution from fundamental surface physics toward applied sustainable engineering, with computational modeling as the unifying methodology across all periods. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Advising and Grants: Prof. Honke teaches core subjects in Master's programs for Composite Materials (structural mechanics) and Mechanical Engineering (CFD/FEM/Mathematics), maintaining strong industry connections from his prior Daimler Group experience. While specific student names and grant details aren't listed, his research group leadership indicates active supervision of graduate projects in simulation-based engineering. Labs and Teams: He directs the System Simulation research group at iwe, focusing on hydrogen technology applications, while contributing strategic guidance to ibp's circular economy initiatives for bio-polymers. These dual roles position him at the intersection of sustainable energy systems and advanced materials research within the university's engineering ecosystem.

• Catalysis
• Reaction Engineering
• Terpene Chemistry
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Aída Luz Villa is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia, where she has served as a teacher and researcher since July 2001. Her academic career spans over two decades of dedicated work in catalysis and chemical engineering research. Education: Doctor in Biological Sciences from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (1997-2000) MSc in Sciences Chemistry from University of Antioquia (1995-1997) Chemical Engineer from National University of Colombia, Medellín (1986-1992) Professor Villa's research focuses on catalysis, reaction engineering, terpene chemistry, and chemical thermodynamics. Her work particularly emphasizes the transformation of natural resources like turpentine and agricultural waste into valuable chemicals. She has made significant contributions to understanding terpene isomerization, oxidation reactions, and essential oil processing. Her research integrates experimental work with process simulation and life cycle assessment to develop sustainable chemical processes. Her extensive publication record shows a consistent focus on catalytic processes for fine chemical production, with recent work expanding into environmental impact assessment and waste valorization. The research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between chemical engineering, environmental science, and sustainable technology development. As an active member of the scientific community, Professor Villa serves as a peer reviewer for numerous prestigious journals including ACS Omega, Chemical Engineering Journal, and Environmental Science & Technology, among others. Her laboratory work integrates catalysis research with practical applications in essential oil processing, terpene chemistry, and sustainable chemical production. She collaborates extensively with researchers across Colombia and internationally on projects related to green chemistry and sustainable engineering solutions.

Frédéric VogelView profile

Professor

• Renewable Energies
• Biomass Conversion
• Hydrothermal Gasification
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Professor Frédéric Vogel is a faculty member at the University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW), where he serves as Professor for Renewable Energies and Deputy Director of the Institute for Biomass and Resource Efficiency. He also leads the Catalytic Process Engineering Research Group at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), maintaining a dual academic role that bridges fundamental research and applied engineering education. His educational background includes: Chemical Engineering studies at ETH Zurich (1988-1992) Dissertation on "Wet oxidation of phenol with oxygen under mild conditions" at ETH Zurich (1993-1997) Postdoc at MIT in Cambridge with Prof. JW Tester (1997-1999) Professor Vogel's research focuses on sustainable energy solutions, particularly in biomass conversion technologies. His work emphasizes: Hydrothermal gasification of wet biomass to produce biomethane Depolymerization of lignin to valuable organic intermediates Process engineering optimization for energy and environmental applications Wastewater treatment and resource recovery systems As Deputy Head of the Swiss Competence Center for Energy Research BIOSWEET since 2014, he contributes to Switzerland's energy transition strategy with a vision to provide 100 petajoules of bioenergy by 2050. His research demonstrates how fundamental chemical processes can be harnessed for practical environmental solutions, particularly in converting waste streams into renewable energy sources. His notable professional roles include: Deputy Director of the Institute for Biomass and Resource Efficiency (since 2013) Professor for Renewable Energies (since 2012) Group Leader in Catalytic Process Engineering at PSI (since 2003) Lecturer in Process Engineering at ETH Zurich (2006-2014) Beyond his academic work, Professor Vogel is an accomplished musician who plays saxophone in several brass bands and founded the Bluebird Jazz Ensemble, demonstrating his commitment to balancing professional excellence with creative expression.