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Dr. Daniel Nowakowski is a Lecturer in Chemical Engineering at Aston University and the laboratories manager at the EBRI_UK. He is affiliated with the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences and specializes in sustainable materials, catalytic processes, and biomass conversion. His research focuses on biochar applications in cement materials, novel catalytic approaches for biomass valorization, and renewable energy technologies.
Key research interests include reducing CO₂ emissions via biochar integration, optimizing molten salt-based biomass pyrolysis systems, and developing phase-change materials from agricultural byproducts. His work bridges chemical engineering and environmental science, emphasizing practical solutions for industrial sustainability.
Recent publications highlight advancements in heterogeneous catalysis mechanisms, hydrogen transfer deoxygenation for biofuel production, and the thermal stability of biomass-derived materials. Notable projects include the EU-funded ABC-Salt initiative exploring catalytic biomass refining in molten salts.
Dr. Nowakowski has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed articles since 2002, with a focus on bridging fundamental catalysis studies and industrial-scale applications. His laboratory at EBRI_UK supports experimental validation of novel biomass conversion pathways and green material synthesis.
