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Beata GorczycaView profile

Professor

• Environmental Engineering
• Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Solid/Liquid Separation
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Dr. Beata Gorczyca is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Manitoba, affiliated with the Price Faculty of Engineering. Her research focuses on potable water treatment, with expertise in solid/liquid separation, chlorine disinfection by-products control, and fractal analysis of materials. She leads a research group collaborating with Canadian water utilities like Portage la Prairie and Pembina Valley Water Co-op. Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering (2000, University of Toronto), M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (1992, University of Toronto), B.Sc. in Geological Engineering (1986, AGH University, Poland). Active roles: Member of the Particle Specialist Group at the International Water Association, keynote speaker at conferences. Research interests include water purification processes, membrane filtration, and bioremediation. Her work addresses challenges in high-DOC and high-hardness water treatment, with contributions to nanofiltration fouling mechanisms and microbial remediation solutions. She has supervised numerous graduate students and is involved in advancing water treatment technologies through interdisciplinary collaborations.

Ashutosh S. GandhiView profile

Professor

• Ceramics
• High Temperature Protective Coatings
• Thermal Barrier Coatings (TBCs)
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Prof. Ashutosh S. Gandhi is a Professor in the Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay), where he has been serving since December 2017. Previously, he was an Associate Professor at IIT Madras from 2012 to 2015 and an Assistant Professor there from 2006 to 2012. He held a Postgraduate Researcher position at the University of California, Santa Barbara from 2001 to 2005. His educational qualifications include a Ph.D. and M.E. in Metallurgy from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, specializing in Ceramics, and a B.E. in Metallurgical Engineering from Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur, where he secured the university rank. Prof. Gandhi's research focuses on the Science of Ceramics , particularly High Temperature Protective Coatings such as Thermal Barrier Coatings (TBCs) and Environmental Barrier Coatings (EBCs), Surface Engineering , High Entropy Ceramics , Phase Transformations , and Metastable and Amorphous Materials . His work bridges fundamental materials science with industrial applications in aerospace, energy, and nuclear sectors. The selected publications highlight a strong trend in advanced ceramic materials, especially zirconia-based systems, rare earth silicates, and high entropy oxides. The research spans synthesis (sol-gel, combustion), processing (spark plasma sintering), and characterization of phase evolution, thermal stability, and mechanical properties under extreme conditions. Key themes include entropy stabilization, nanocrystallinity, and high-temperature performance. He has secured significant research funding from national and international agencies including the Science & Engineering Research Board, Aeronautics Research & Development Board, Department of Science & Technology, Naval Research Board (DRDO), Indian Space Research Organisation, The Boeing Company, and Pratt & Whitney. He also collaborated with GE India Technology Center on critical literature reviews. Prof. Gandhi holds an Indian patent on a thermal barrier coating made of high entropy oxide ceramics. He has contributed to the field through peer-reviewed journal publications and book chapters in prestigious publications by Springer and Pan Stanford. His research group at IIT Bombay is actively involved in developing next-generation ceramic materials for extreme environments, including icephobic coatings for aerospace and protective coatings for refractories. The lab utilizes advanced spectroscopic and materials characterization techniques.

• Biotechnology
• Biocatalysis
• Enzyme Engineering
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Pedro Carlos De Barros Fernandes is an Associate Professor at Universidade Lusófona , Deputy Director of the 1st cycle in Biotechnology, and an integrated researcher at the Institute of Bioengineering and Biosciences (iBB-IST). He holds a PhD in Biotechnology (1999) and a Master in Biotechnology/Biochemical Engineering (1994) from Universidade Técnica de Lisboa (IST), along with a Chemical Engineering degree from IST (1989). A member of the Order of Engineers (ID 24667), he co-founded Biotrend, a Portuguese bioprocess development company. Education PhD in Biotechnology (1999), Universidade Técnica de Lisboa MSc in Biotechnology (1994), Instituto Superior Técnico BSc in Chemical Engineering (1989), Instituto Superior Técnico Research Interests span biocatalysis, enzyme immobilization for food and pharmaceutical applications, marine biotechnology, microfluidic device development for biosensing, and steroid bioconversions using mycobacterial systems. His work integrates process engineering principles with sustainable bioprocessing techniques. Publication Trends show a focus on microreactor technology, enzyme stabilization in non-conventional media, marine-derived biocatalysts, and food waste valorization. Key themes include biocatalytic process intensification, aqueous two-phase systems for biomolecule purification, and sustainable carbon sources for biopolymer production. Scientific Awards UTL/Santander Totta Scientific Award in Biological Engineering (2011) Advising has included supervision of 5 doctoral theses and over 32 master’s theses. His expertise extends to peer-reviewing scientific articles and evaluating R&D projects. Labs & Teams are associated with iBB-IST (Institute of Bioengineering and Biosciences) and BioRG (Universidade Lusófona), with contributions to the Ciência Viva program for science dissemination.

Carsten SieversView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Biomass Conversion
• Reactor Design
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Carsten Sievers serves as Adjunct Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, where he leads research in sustainable catalytic processes for fuel and chemical production from alternative resources. His work bridges fundamental spectroscopy with industrial reactor design to address petroleum dependence. Education: Diploma, Technical University of Munich, Germany (2003) D.Sc., Technical University of Munich, Germany (2006) Research Focus: Sievers' program integrates fundamental studies using IR, NMR, XAS, and Raman spectroscopy to probe catalyst structure-reactivity relationships with applied research on flow reactor systems for biomass conversion (hydrodeoxygenation, sugar upgrading) and mechanocatalytic polymer depolymerization. Key initiatives target CO 2 -neutral chemical production from biomass and waste plastics, emphasizing catalyst stability and regeneration. Publication Trends: Recent work (2023-2025) reveals a strategic pivot toward mechanocatalysis for plastic recycling (polyethylene, polystyrene) and ammonia synthesis, while maintaining expertise in hydrocarbon catalysis. Dominant themes include reaction environment engineering in ball mills, metastable surface characterization, and process intensification for CO 2 electrolysis. Scientific Recognition: 2012 Young Scientist Award, International Congress on Catalysis 2023 ACS Fellow designation Academic Leadership: As Director and Past President of the Southeastern Catalysis Society, former ACS Division Director, and Editor of Applied Catalysis A: General , Sievers shapes catalysis research direction. His Sievers Group has secured competitive fellowships for students like Yuchen George Change (Eastman Chemical Fellowship) and Victor Brandão (Ziegler Award), reflecting strong mentorship in sustainable reaction engineering. Research Infrastructure: The group operates advanced flow reactors, spectroscopic characterization suites, and mechanochemical systems for in-situ catalyst analysis, supporting collaborations with industry partners on technology translation.

Sumsun NaherView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Materials Processing
• Laser Engineering
• Metal Matrix Composites
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Dr. Sumsun Naher is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Engineering at City, University of London , where she has worked since 2013. Previously, she served as Lecturer and Research Development Officer at Dublin City University (2006–2013) and as Scientific Officer at Bangladesh Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (1998–2000). Her academic career includes a Post Graduate Diploma in Academic Practice from City, University of London. PhD , School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering, Dublin City University MSc , Materials & Metallurgical Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology BSc , Materials & Metallurgical Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology Her research focuses on semi-solid processing , laser processing , simulation & modelling of materials technologies , and materials characterisation . Recent work explores cellulose nanofiber-based water filters for antibiotic removal and phase change materials in geothermal energy systems. Key article trends reveal expertise in: Laser Surface Modification of metals and composites Advanced Casting Methodologies and semi-solid metal forming Nanoparticle Reinforcement in metal matrix composites Thermal Modelling for energy systems Sustainable Material Solutions in water treatment and energy Computational Materials Science via finite element analysis Naher has received the DCU Invent Commercialisation Award (2011) and holds fellowships from IMechE , Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining , and Advance Higher Education Authority . She actively reviews for funding bodies and examines PhD theses internationally. As an organiser of the ESAFORM Conference and co-organiser of its Additive Manufacturing symposium since 2017, she contributes to academic leadership. Her professional roles include Board of Directors for the European Association of Materials Forming and participation in EU COST Action projects (Thixoforming, Thixosteel, Nanostructured Materials).

Meire Ellen Gorete Ribeiro DomingosView profile

Lecturer

• Biorefineries
• Fertilizers Complexes
• Hydrogen and Synthetic Fuels
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Meire Ellen Gorete Ribeiro Domingos is a Lecturer and Postdoctoral Researcher at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Engineering (STI) and Industrial Process and Energy Systems Engineering (IPESE) department. She works on process modeling, techno-economic and environmental analyses, and optimization of energy conversion systems, particularly in biorefineries, hydrogen production, and industrial decarbonization. Education PhD in Chemical Engineering, Polytechnic School of the University of Sao Paulo (2022) BSc in Chemical Engineering, University of Brasilia (2017) Research Interests Exergy and energy integration of chemical/industrial processes Modeling and optimization of energy systems Decarbonization via renewable energy integration Techno-economic and environmental analysis of industrial processes High-temperature heat pumps and carbon capture Multi-time scale optimization for industrial-urban systems Publication Trends Focus on decarbonization pathways (2023-2025) Black liquor gasification for integrated chemical/fuel production (2019-2022) Renewable energy and solid oxide cells for industrial-urban symbiosis (2024-2025) Development of decision-support tools like ROSMose (2023-2024) Life cycle assessment and CO2 management strategies Thermal integration and process simulation for sustainability Laboratory & Teams Industrial Process and Energy Systems Engineering (IPESE), EPFL Valais Wallis SCI-STI-FM and SCI-STI-JVH research groups EPFL School of Engineering (STI)

• Catalysis Engineering
• Green Chemistry
• Biofuels
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Professor Jun Huang is a faculty member in the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Sydney, where he holds the rank of Professor and is Director of the Laboratory for Catalysis Engineering. He is also a Domain Leader for Materials at the nanoscale at Sydney Nano Institute and a member of several interdisciplinary institutes, including the China Studies Centre and Sydney Institute of Agriculture. His research focuses on catalysis engineering, with an emphasis on developing sustainable processes for renewable fuels, pollutant treatment, and greenhouse gas mitigation. Huang has held prestigious awards such as the Australia Research Council Future Fellowship (2022) and the Sydney Accelerator Fellowship (2018). Education: Huang earned his PhD from the University of Stuttgart (2008) and completed postdoctoral research at Georgia Institute of Technology and ETH Zurich. He joined the University of Sydney in 2010 as a Lecturer, advancing to Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Professor. Research Interests: Huang's work centers on catalyst design for green chemical processes, including biomass conversion to biofuels, wastewater treatment, and CO2 utilization. He emphasizes sustainable manufacturing and environmental impact reduction through innovative catalytic systems. Current Projects: These include catalytic transformation of hydrocarbons/CO2/biomass, nano-catalysts for renewable energy, and advanced NMR spectroscopy for catalysis analysis. Collaborative projects involve anti-cancer therapies and drug pharmacology studies. Awards: Over 15 awards, including the 2021 ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering Lectureship and 2017 Vice-Chancellor’s Research Excellence Award. Teaching: Huang instructs courses such as CHNG2801 (Conservation Processes), CHNG3802 (Industrial Systems), and advanced chemical engineering topics. He supervises PhD/Master students in catalysis and sustainable engineering. Labs/Teams: Leads the Catalysis Engineering Lab and collaborates with Sydney Nano Institute on nanomaterials research.

David RooneyView profile

Professor

• Renewable Energy
• Fuel Cells
• Advanced Materials
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David Rooney is a Professor and Dean of Internationalisation and Reputation at Queen's University Belfast's School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. His research focuses on energy systems at the intersection of renewable energy, agri-tech, and manufacturing, addressing climate change and net-zero goals. He actively supervises PhD students in areas like sustainable aviation fuels, carbon removal, and biochar systems. Key projects include leading the CDT in Bio-Based Negative Emissions Technologies and collaborating on hydrogen production and diesel replacement schemes. He has received an Excellence in Teaching award (2018) and contributed to global initiatives like the UK-China Net-Zero Engineering Innovation Centre. His advisory work includes overseeing 22 PhD students and managing projects with industry partners. Rooney's lab specializes in catalyst development, bioenergy systems, and process intensification techniques. Recent research trends emphasize sustainable hydrogen production, biochar applications, and adsorption-based environmental solutions.

• Nuclear Energy Systems
• Accelerator Technology
• Reactor Technology
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Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Yapıcı is a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Başkent University . His research focuses on Nuclear Energy Systems , Accelerator Technology , and Thermodynamics . Nuclear Reactor Design Energy Systems Optimization Heat Transfer Analysis His work involves numerical simulations , neutronic analysis , and nuclear waste transmutation . Recent publications highlight three-dimensional power density modeling in accelerator-driven systems and tritium production studies. Prof. Yapıcı has supervised numerous students, including Gizem Bakır , Alper Buğra Arslan , and Büşra Durmaz , across diverse projects from fusion-fission hybrids to renewable energy systems .

Edman TsangView profile

Professor

• Catalysis
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Sustainable Materials
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Professor Edman Tsang leads the Wolfson Catalysis Centre at the University of Oxford, focusing on catalysis and sustainable energy systems. His work includes developing novel catalysts for green ammonia production, renewable energy storage, and CO₂ conversion. He collaborates with Siemens on a £1.5M Innovate UK project for a wind-powered green ammonia plant at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory. Research spans photocatalytic solar cells, biofuel production from biomass, and hydrogen storage solutions. His team pioneered the e-Haber-Bosch process, reducing energy demands through renewable integration. Key innovations include patented catalysts for ammonia synthesis and advanced electrochemical systems. The group also explores plastic upcycling via mild heterogeneous catalysis and carbon capture technologies.

Md S HossainView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Waste Management
• Bioreactor Landfill Technology
• Landfill Gas to Energy
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Dr. Md S Hossain is a Professor of Civil Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington, directing the Solid Waste Institute for Sustainability (SWIS). He holds a B.S. from IIT Bombay, an M.E. from AIT Bangkok, and a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University. His research focuses on sustainable waste management, bioreactor landfills, geotechnical engineering, and slope stabilization, with notable contributions to landfill gas-to-energy and recycled materials utilization. He has over 6 years of professional experience in geotechnical and geoenvironmental projects globally. Research Interests: Sustainable waste management, landfill engineering, slope stabilization, recycled materials, geotechnical site investigations. Key Roles: Director of SWIS, Principal Investigator on numerous grants, and advisor to over 50 graduate students. Dr. Hossain has secured millions in grants from agencies like NSF, EPA, and TxDOT, focusing on waste-to-energy, landfill mining, and slope stabilization using recycled plastics. His awards include the ISWA Leadership Award and Distinguished AIT Alumni recognition. He actively collaborates with international organizations like CCAC and ISWA, advocating for sustainable waste solutions in developing countries. His work spans 50+ projects in Bangladesh, Singapore, Hong Kong, and the U.S., emphasizing practical applications like recycled plastic pins for slope stabilization and ET cover systems for landfills. SWIS, under his leadership, promotes global sustainable waste management through education, research, and policy advocacy.

Scott BanksView profile

Lecturer

• Bioenergy
• Thermochemical Conversion
• Catalytic Pyrolysis
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Dr. Scott Banks is a Lecturer in Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry at Aston University's College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. He is affiliated with the Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI), where he researches thermochemical conversion technologies with a focus on sustainable bioenergy solutions. Education: PhD in Ash control methods to limit biomass inorganic content and its effect on fast pyrolysis bio-oil stability, Aston University (2014) Aston University Modular Award – Introduction to Learning and Teaching Practice (2020-2021) Research Focus: His work centers on catalytic pyrolysis, biomass ash control, bio-oil stabilization, and gasification char utilization. He develops advanced thermal conversion methods to create circular economy solutions and supports greenhouse gas reduction through renewable energy systems. Current work explores hydrogen production pathways from biomass derivatives. Publication Trends: Recent articles demonstrate a strong focus on biomass pyrolysis optimization, renewable policy frameworks, and sustainable feedstock development. His research employs experimental thermochemical analysis and reactor design to advance bioenergy conversion efficiency. Teaching: Module leader for Life Cycle Analysis, Renewable Energy, and Research Methods in the MSc Sustainable Engineering program.

Archishman BoseView profile

Lecturer

• Biochemical Engineering
• Biopharmaceuticals
• Process Design and Simulation
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Dr. Archishman Bose is an Eli Lilly Lecturer in Process and Chemical Engineering at University College Cork (UCC), Ireland. He serves as a Principal Investigator (PI) in the Circular Economy, Energy, and Environmental Systems (CEEES) Research Group, part of MaREI, the SFI research centre for energy, climate, and marine. He is currently leading three nationally funded research projects on microalgal biogas upgrading, biochar applications, and sustainable processing of end-of-life tyres, with total grants exceeding €1 million. As a programme director, he oversees the Part-Time MEngSc Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Engineering and the Full-Time MEngSc Engineering in Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Systems. Education: Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) from Jadavpur University, 2014 Double Masters in Sustainable Energy Engineering (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, 2018) and Energy and Nuclear Engineering (Politecnico di Torino, 2018) PhD in Energy Engineering (University College Cork, 2022) focused on Photosynthetic Biogas Upgrading, co-funded by SFI and Gas Networks Ireland Research interests span biochemical engineering, biopharmaceuticals, carbon capture and utilization, circular bioeconomy systems, and techno-economic analysis. His work emphasizes decarbonization of industrial processes, microalgae biorefineries, and sustainable waste-to-resource systems. Recent publications highlight advancements in anaerobic digestion, photobioreactor design, and metabolic pathway engineering for environmental applications. His funded projects include CABBBIE (SEAI/DAFM, €616k), EMERGE (SFI, €206k), and EPA-funded tyre processing research. Advising and grants: He has supervised 26 MSc students and co-supervised 5 PhD candidates (including one primary role) since joining UCC. Additional supervisions are planned from July 2025. Teaching includes modules on process design, pharmaceutical validation, and separation technologies, with current roles as year tutor and module coordinator. Labs/teams: Leading research in CEEES at MaREI, collaborating with Prof. Jerry D. Murphy, Dr. David Wall, and others in interdisciplinary circular economy and energy systems.

• Chemical Engineering
• Energy Storage Materials
• Lithium-ion Battery Manufacturing
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Dr. Yeshui Zhang is a Lecturer at the School of Engineering, University of Aberdeen, UK, since December 2021. Previously, she held a Faraday Institution Research Fellowship at University College London (2018–2021). University of Birmingham (BSc Environmental Management, 2012) University of Sheffield (MSc Energy and Environmental Engineering, 2013) University of Leeds (PhD Chemical and Process Engineering, 2017) Her research spans chemical and environmental engineering, focusing on: Energy storage materials (e.g., lithium-ion batteries) Pyrolysis-catalysis of waste materials High-temperature quartz crystal microbalance applications Carbon nanotubes synthesis Circular economy strategies for plastics Recent publications emphasize catalytic waste valorization for hydrogen-rich syngas, biomass pyrolysis mechanisms, and hybrid-functional catalyst design. She serves as Associate Editor for Carbon Capture Science & Technology and contributes to standards in battery manufacturing. Emerging Investigator Award, IChemE 2022 IAAM Young Scientist Medal 2022 Best Paper Award, 21st CCSSTA 2020 Dr. Zhang supervises PhD students in chemical engineering and leads the Meston Lab 155 at Aberdeen. Her work bridges academic research with industrial applications through memberships in the Royal Society of Chemistry and IChemE.

Elizabeth A. EdwardsView profile

Professor

• Bioremediation
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Anaerobic Microbial Processes
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Elizabeth A. Edwards is a University Professor at the University of Toronto in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry , with cross-appointments to the Department of Cell & Systems Biology . As Director of BioZone and Canada Research Chair in Anaerobic Biotechnology, she leads groundbreaking research in microbial bioremediation of groundwater pollutants and industrial wastewater treatment through anaerobic digestion. Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (Stanford, 1993) M.Eng. and B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering (McGill, 1985/1983) Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) Her research focuses on anaerobic microbial communities that degrade pollutants like chlorinated solvents and aromatic hydrocarbons. Using advanced molecular biology, genomics, proteomics , and biochemical pathway analysis , her lab investigates functional interactions in microbial consortia and translates discoveries to commercial applications such as the KB-1® bioproduct . Recent studies examine enzyme activity, lignocellulose degradation, and granulation dynamics in anaerobic reactors. Scientific Recognition: 2020 Killam Prize in Engineering 2016 Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) 2014 Royal Society of Canada Fellow 2011 Canadian Academy of Engineering Fellow 2011 AAAS Fellow 2008-2010 Killam Research Fellowship She supervises extensive graduate student projects spanning enzyme discovery, bioremediation optimization, and microbial consortium analysis. Her lab collaborates with GeoSyntec Consultants and SiREM Labs for field implementation of bioremediation strategies.