Fareez Abdullah

Dr. Fareez Abdullah is an Assistant Professor at the School of Engineering & Physical Sciences, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Automotive) from Meiji University, Japan, specializing in efficient Diesel combustion strategies. Prior to academia, he worked as a CAE engineer at Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation, Japan, focusing on model-based design (MBD) simulations for electric truck energy optimization. His research centers on fundamental combustion mechanisms in internal combustion engines, including spray atomization, flow dynamics, and emissions reduction via optical diagnostics and 1D modeling. He collaborates with CFD experts to design next-generation engines and with MBD specialists to optimize electric vehicle systems, particularly cooling systems. Fluent in Malay, English, and Japanese, he is committed to advancing sustainable mobility aligned with net-zero carbon goals.

• PhD: Meiji University, Japan (Mechanical Engineering)
• Professional Experience: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation
• Key Focus Areas: Diesel Spray Combustion, Optical Diagnostics, Electric Vehicle Optimization

Research interests emphasize improving thermal efficiency through injection rate shaping and alternative fuels like water-in-diesel emulsions. He actively seeks collaborations to bridge fundamental research with industrial applications, aiming to reduce emissions and enhance energy efficiency in transportation systems.