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• Clean Energy
• Hydrogen Production Technologies
• Hydrogen Utilization
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Professor Peter Ashman is a Professor in the School of Chemical Engineering at the University of Adelaide, affiliated with the Centre for Energy Technology (CET) and the HILT CRC as Program Leader for Cross-Cutting Technologies. His research focuses on clean energy, hydrogen production and utilization, biomass, bioenergy, and solar thermal energy. He leads projects on hydrogen blending safety, solar-driven gasification, and biomethane production. Collaborations include the University of Queensland and Melbourne, and he co-leads the Future Fuels CRC’s End-use Appliances working group. Current work addresses hydrogen’s role in decarbonizing industries and optimizing polygeneration systems. Technical-economic assessments of hydrogen production, solar hybrid systems, and agglomeration mitigation in gasification are key contributions. His lab uses a 50kW solar simulator for large-scale experiments. Affiliations: CET, HILT CRC, Future Fuels CRC Key Projects: Solar gasification of coal/biomass, hydrogen blending in appliances, biomass-to-energy systems Supervises PhD/Masters students in energy systems and sustainable technologies.

Matthias MandøView profile

Associate Professor

• Energy Engineering
• Thermal Storage
• Renewable Energy Systems
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Matthias Mandø is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University's Faculty of Engineering and Science, affiliated with the Esbjerg Energy Section. His research focuses on energy engineering, thermal storage systems, and sustainable power generation. He has contributed to projects like MOSS (Molten Salt Energy Storage) and ClusterSoutH2, addressing energy storage solutions and sector coupling in Denmark. Key research areas include molten salt storage technologies, renewable energy systems optimization, and computational modeling of energy processes. His work integrates thermal storage with industrial steam applications and grid support systems. Mandø has advised PhD student Wang, Y. on biomass storage fire risks and collaborated extensively on projects funded by Velux Foundation and EU. Media coverage highlights his contributions to energy storage innovations, including cost-effective thermal solutions in buildings.

• Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) systems
• Energy conversion analysis
• Hybrid energy systems
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Pietropaolo MORRONE is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical, Energetic and Management Engineering of the University of Calabria (DIMEG). He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Calabria and graduated cum laude in Mechanical Engineering. His academic roles include teaching Computational Fluid Dynamics , Energy Systems and Renewable Sources , and Low Carbon Power Plants at both undergraduate and Master's levels. He serves as President of the Didactic Committee for the XXXVIII PhD cycle and is a member of the PhD Committee for Civil and Industrial Engineering. Education : 5-year Master's in Mechanical Engineering (cum laude, 2001), PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2005) Key Collaborations : Fiat Group Automobiles, ELASIS SCpA, CNR-ITM His research focuses on advanced energy systems, particularly Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) technologies, hybrid renewable-conventional energy integration, and carbon footprint reduction. Current projects align with EU 2035 directives for internal combustion engines and marine renewable energy utilization. Recent publications analyze biomass gasification systems, biodiesel-ORC integration, and thermal crisis prevention in solar collectors. As a reviewer for journals like Applied Thermal Engineering and Renewable Energy , he contributes to advancing energy conversion research. He leads the Macchine Turbomacchine laboratory and participates in the Macchine a Fluido research group, focusing on fluid machinery optimization and thermal/environmental impact analysis across industrial and residential applications.

Peter DouglasView profile

Adjunct Professor

• CO2 Capture and Storage
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Process Optimization
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Peter Douglas is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Waterloo's Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering. He specializes in CO2 capture and storage, renewable energy systems, process optimization, and energy economics. His research focuses on integrating carbon mitigation technologies with power generation and industrial processes, emphasizing techno-economic analysis and sustainable design. He has extensive experience in chemical process control, including PID controller optimization for bioprocesses and dynamic simulation of CO2 capture systems. His work also addresses socio-economic factors influencing EV adoption and grid impacts of renewable energy integration. Notably, Dr. Douglas is not currently accepting new students. His contributions span over two decades, with publications addressing topics ranging from oxy-fuel combustion to supercritical fluid extraction techniques in pharmaceuticals.

• Biorefinery systems
• Decarbonised energy systems
• Circular economy
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Dr. Kok Siew Ng is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Chemical Engineering at Brunel University London, UK, and an NERC Fellow. He leads the Biorefinery and Resource Recovery Research Group and the MSc in Advanced Chemical Engineering (Hydrogen and Low Carbon Technologies). His academic journey includes a PhD from The University of Manchester (2011) and prior roles as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Surrey and a researcher at Process Integration Limited. Dr. Ng's research focuses on systems engineering approaches to sustainable resource management, decarbonized energy systems, and circular economy principles. He has led projects funded by NERC, Innovate UK, and EU programs, including the £0.5M SYNERGORS project (2018–2021) and the Oxford Agile project (2022–2023). His work addresses global challenges aligned with UN SDG 7 and 12, emphasizing waste valorization, biofuel production, and regional nutrient recovery strategies. His awards include the IChemE Junior Moulton Medal (2011) and a 2022 nomination for the University of Oxford Environmental Sustainability Staff Award. He is an Editorial Board Member of Resources, Conservation & Recycling Advances and actively collaborates internationally through initiatives like the Newton Fund workshops in Southeast Asia and Brazil. Teaching responsibilities include module leadership for Emerging Low Carbon Technologies and Advanced Process Engineering , and supervision of design projects. He promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and offers PhD supervision in areas like sustainable aviation fuel production and decarbonized polygeneration systems.

Ooi Jong BoonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Combustion Science
• Internal Combustion Engines
• Biofuels
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Ir. Dr. Ooi Jong Boon is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Engineering, Monash University Malaysia, with prior roles as Assistant Professor at Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (2017–2021) and Lecturer at Tunku Abdul Rahman University College (2011–2013). He holds a Ph.D. (Monash University Malaysia, 2017), M.Eng. (UTAR, 2013), and B.Eng. (UTAR, 2009). His research focuses on combustion science, internal combustion engines, biofuels, and nanotechnology. He has published over 30 papers in high-impact journals and serves on editorial boards for Scientific Reports , Discover Energy , and Energy Research Journal . He teaches courses in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and advanced fluid dynamics. Current projects include graphene-enhanced electronics cooling and low-carbon fuel combustion studies. Research interests span advanced combustion technologies, low-carbon fuels, and emission reduction strategies. Notable projects include optimizing diesel-biodiesel blends and investigating hydrogen fuels. Collaborations involve institutions globally, emphasizing sustainable energy solutions. He actively engages in academic activities, including editorial reviews, conference presentations, and outreach programs like the Mini Engine Workshop at Chung Ling Butterworth High School. His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) and climate action (SDG 13). Recent work includes thermodynamic assessments of methane liquefaction systems and eco-friendly geothermal-driven energy applications. Grants support projects like graphene-coated microchannel cooling and ammonia-biogas combustion analysis.

Tom HughesView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Renewable Energy Technologies
• Thermophysical Properties
• Carbon Capture and Storage
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Dr. Tom Hughes is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Monash University. His research focuses on advancing energy technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in liquid hydrogen storage, refrigerant optimization, and carbon capture. He leads the New Energy Technologies theme at the Woodside Monash Energy Partnership (WMEP). Educations: Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (Chemical), University of Canterbury, 2003 Doctor of Philosophy (Chemical Engineering), University of Canterbury, 2009 Research Interests: Thermophysical property measurements, natural gas processing, LNG optimization, hydrogen energy systems, and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing climate action and clean energy. Funding Collaborations: Projects supported by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Chevron, Shell, and the Australian Research Council. Current initiatives include optimizing liquid hydrogen carriers and integrating liquid air energy storage with LNG production. Teaching: Coordinates research methods courses and teaches bioenergy (RSE3243) and spatial communication in engineering (ENG1021).

Janusz CieślińskiView profile

Professor

• Heat Transfer
• Mechanical Engineering
• Renewable Energy
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Janusz Cieśliński is a Professor at the Division of Ecoengineering and Combustion Engines, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Ship Technology, Gdańsk University of Technology. His research focuses on heat transfer, nanofluids, renewable energy, and thermal energy storage systems. He has extensive experience in experimental and numerical studies of nanofluids in heat exchangers, combustion engines, and energy conversion systems. His work spans topics such as phase change materials (PCMs), critical heat flux analysis, and micro-polygeneration systems for zero-energy buildings. Education: Prof. title in Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Gdańsk University of Technology (2006) Habilitation (dr hab.) in Mechanical Engineering (1997) Doctorate (dr) in Mechanical Engineering (1986) Research Interests: Thermodynamics and heat transfer in nanofluids Design of thermal energy storage systems Combustion engine performance optimization Renewable energy integration and polygeneration systems Environmental protection engineering Articles Overview: Recent works emphasize nanofluid applications in thermal systems, including shell-and-tube heat exchangers, PCM stability, and combustion engine fuel modifications. Key topics include critical heat flux enhancement, free convection modeling, and numerical simulations of turbulent flow. Grants & Projects: Involved in EU-funded initiatives like the Integrated Development Program for Gdańsk University of Technology (POWER 3.5), focusing on education quality and sustainable energy systems. Labs/Teams: Leads research in ecoengineering, combustion engines, and thermal fluid dynamics within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Ship Technology.

• Sustainable Energy Systems
• Chemical Process Design
• CO2 Capture and Utilization
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Thomas Alan Adams II is a Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) within the Department of Energy and Process Engineering. His research focuses on sustainable energy systems, chemical process design, and eco-techno-economic assessments. He leads the Adams Research Group, which addresses global challenges in energy and chemical systems, including carbon capture, hydrogen technologies, nuclear energy, and waste-to-energy conversion. His work integrates advanced process modeling, simulation, and optimization, often collaborating with industry and government to develop practical solutions. Key areas include flexible polygeneration systems, exergy analysis, and risk assessments of emerging green technologies. He is a leader in developing ISO standards for eco-techno-economic analysis (eTEA). Notable achievements include the Editor’s Choice Award in the Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering (2023) for proposing a Trans-Atlantic Energy Bridge to enhance European energy security. His recent publications span topics like chemical recycling of plastics, hydrogen production on LNG carriers, and risk quantification for CO2-avoiding technologies. He advises multiple PhD students and contributes to open-access resources like Exergy Tables and Aspen Plus tutorials.

Paul BartonView profile

Professor

• Energy Systems Engineering
• Energy Efficiency
• Renewable Energy
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Paul Barton is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), affiliated with the MIT Energy Initiative. His research focuses on energy systems engineering, particularly in energy efficiency, conventional and renewable energy technologies, and process optimization. He leads projects on liquid air energy storage (LAES), natural gas liquefaction processes, and hybrid polygeneration systems. His work integrates advanced mathematical modeling, nonsmooth analysis, and optimization techniques to address challenges in energy systems and chemical engineering. Recent research highlights include developing novel frameworks for energy storage feasibility analysis, optimizing LNG production processes, and advancing nonsmooth differential-algebraic equation (DAE) simulation tools. His projects often involve interdisciplinary collaborations with MIT’s Future Energy Systems Center and the U.S. Department of Energy. Barton has contributed to over 30 publications in 2021–2025 alone, covering topics from stochastic chemical systems to dynamic optimization of pharmaceutical manufacturing. His research portfolio demonstrates a strong emphasis on bridging theoretical advancements with practical industrial applications, particularly in decarbonization and sustainable energy infrastructure. Current work includes analyzing LAES economics in future electricity markets and improving decision-making under uncertainty for energy infrastructure investments.

• Clean Energy Technologies
• High-Temperature Processes
• Combustion Engineering
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Professor Graham Nathan is a leading academic at The University of Adelaide's School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. He holds prestigious fellowships from the Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering and the Combustion Institute, and is an ARC Discovery Outstanding Researcher Awardee. His research focuses on clean energy technologies, particularly high-temperature processes involving combustion, solar thermal systems, and hydrogen-enabled industrial decarbonization. Professor Nathan leads major initiatives such as the $215M Heavy Industry Low-carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre and the Australian Solar Thermal Research Initiative. He has pioneered innovations like the Gyrotherm low-NOx burner and contributed to reducing CO₂ emissions in alumina production through solar thermal hybridization. His work spans over 300 peer-reviewed publications, 17 patents, and collaborations with industry giants like Alcoa and Calix. Key research areas include solar-driven industrial processes, carbon capture via mineral carbonation, and hydrogen production systems. He actively advises on clean energy transitions and has led landmark projects for low-carbon technologies in heavy industries. Major Roles: Director of the Centre for Energy Technology, Research Director of the Heavy Industry CRC, Node Leader in Solar Fuels Program Notable Achievements: Sydney Olympic Torch Combustion System Design, ISF Workshop Co-founder, HiTeMP Forum Chair Industry Partnerships: Alcoa, Hatch, Calix, Rio Tinto, BHP

Elisa MarrassoView profile

Researcher

• Energy Systems
• Renewable Energy
• Geothermal Energy
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Dr. Elisa Marrasso is a Researcher at the Department of Engineering of Università del Sannio , specializing in energy systems and sustainability. Her work focuses on the thermo-economic optimization of energy conversion systems using renewable (solar, geothermal, biomass) and fossil sources, with particular emphasis on microcogeneration , hybrid polygeneration , and Positive Energy Districts . Key research areas: Geothermal systems, Organic Rankine Cycles, District Heating, and Expanded Total Equivalent Warming Impact (ETEWI) metrics Active in renewable energy community modeling, including biomass-based and photovoltaic systems Collaborates with Prof. Carlo Roselli and Prof. Maurizio Sasso on dynamic simulations Scientific Contributions Over 10 years, she has: Published 62+ works in leading journals like Energies and Energy Procedia Developed methodologies for energy poverty mitigation and environmental impact assessment Explored techno-economic feasibility of geothermal plants in Ischia and biomass communities in Northern Italy

• Chemical Engineering
• Process Optimization
• Sustainable Energy
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Nan Zhang is a Senior Lecturer in the CE - Academic & Research division, affiliated with the Centre for Process Integration. Their research focuses on process optimization, sustainable energy systems, and computational methods applied to chemical engineering challenges. Key areas include heat exchanger network design, decarbonization strategies, and waste heat recovery. They have contributed to over 46 peer-reviewed publications and actively engage in professional associations like the Institute of Chemical Engineers. Research interests emphasize integrating computational algorithms with industrial processes to enhance efficiency and sustainability. Notable work includes studies on green hydrogen polygeneration systems, carbon footprint analysis, and energy storage solutions for chemical industries. Zhang has supervised 20 academic works, though student names are not listed. Collaborations span global institutions, addressing challenges in blast furnace injection fuels, renewable energy integration, and lifecycle assessments. Their work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in clean energy and reducing environmental impact. Publications highlight advancements in thermal systems optimization, CO₂ utilization, and smart process monitoring. Despite no explicitly listed awards, their contributions to impactful research demonstrate significant academic and industrial relevance.

Hassan HayajnehView profile

Assistant Professor

• Mechatronics systems
• Renewable energy sources
• Traditional energy systems
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Hassan Hayajneh is an Assistant Professor in Mechatronics Engineering Technology at Purdue University Northwest . He is a Certified Energy Manager (CEM ® ), LEED Green Associate, and Mechanical Engineering EIT with extensive academic-industry experience in renewable energy systems , mobile energy storage , and electric vehicle infrastructure . Education : Ph.D. in Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering (Texas A&M University-Kingsville) M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Texas A&M University-Kingsville) B.S. in Mechatronics Engineering (The Hashemite University) Research Interests : Developing integrated frameworks for renewable energy adoption Optimizing electric vehicle charging infrastructure Designing hybrid energy storage solutions Advancing solar-powered desalination technologies Improving grid resiliency through decentralized systems Applying AI to energy forecasting and management Research Trends : Recent publications focus on cross-disciplinary approaches combining renewable energy , water treatment , and transportation electrification . Key themes include hybrid energy systems , storage optimization , and sustainable infrastructure for urban and remote applications. Scientific Awards : Certified Energy Manager (CEM ® ) LEED Green Associate accreditation Mechanical Engineering EIT license

Pierrette GuichardonView profile

Professor

• Chemical Engineering
• Fluid Mechanics
• Membrane Technology
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Pierrette Guichardon is a Professor at Aix-Marseille University, affiliated with the M2P2 laboratory (Laboratory of Mechanics, Modeling and Clean Processes). She leads the Small-scale Processes and Mechanics research team, focusing on fundamental and applied chemical engineering research with emphasis on fluid mechanics and process engineering. Her primary research domains include: Membrane Technology (reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, fouling mechanisms) Microfluidics and microencapsulation systems Micromixing characterization and reaction engineering Thermodynamics of vapor-liquid equilibria Supercritical water oxidation processes Environmental applications in water treatment Her work consistently integrates sustainability principles, particularly in developing eco-friendly synthesis methods and green chemistry approaches for microcapsule production and water purification systems. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2016-2025) reveals three dominant research trajectories: 1) Advanced membrane processes with focus on concentration polarization, osmotic counter-effects, and fouling mechanisms; 2) Microfluidic synthesis of polyurea microcapsules using low-toxicity reagents and eco-friendly esters; 3) Fundamental studies in multiphase flows, micromixing kinetics, and thermodynamic modeling of complex mixtures. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges chemical engineering fundamentals with practical environmental applications. No scientific awards were documented in the provided source material. While the source material confirms active research leadership, specific details regarding graduate student advising, grant funding, or collaborative projects were not explicitly mentioned in the available information. Dr. Guichardon operates within the Small-scale Processes and Mechanics team at M2P2, a CNRS joint research unit (UMR 7340) involving Aix-Marseille University and École Centrale de Marseille. This laboratory environment supports her experimental and theoretical work in fluid mechanics, membrane processes, and microscale phenomena, with strong connections to industrial applications in water treatment and materials science.