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Dragos Neagu is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Strathclyde. He joined in 2020 as a Chancellor's Fellow in Renewable Energy. He holds an MEng in Materials and Process Engineering from the University Politehnica of Bucharest (2008) and a PhD in Energy Materials from the University of St Andrews (2013). His research focuses on advanced materials and renewable energy conversion technologies, including green hydrogen production, carbon capture, and sustainable fuels. Leading a team of 5 PhD students and multiple collaborators, his work emphasizes materials development and device testing. Notable contributions include over 40 peer-reviewed publications, including high-impact journals like Nature and Energy & Environmental Science. He is committed to mentoring future engineers and promoting sustainable energy solutions through academic and industrial partnerships. Awards include a 2022 nomination for Strathclyde Teaching Excellence Award and a 2023 finalist in Strathclyde Images of Research.
Teaching roles include Academic Year Coordinator for Year 1 students and instructor for foundational courses like 'Basic Principles in Chemical Engineering.' He has supervised numerous MEng and MSc projects and contributed to sustainable development modules.
Research extends to space exploration applications, such as CO₂ conversion on Mars. Key technologies include electrolysers, fuel cells, catalysis, and molten-carbonate membranes. His work bridges material innovation with economic viability, assessing scalability and cost-effectiveness of energy solutions.
