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Jim Kastner, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at the University of Georgia's School of Chemical, Materials & Biomedical Engineering. Previously, he served as a senior engineer in the Biotechnology Research Group at the Department of Energy’s Savannah River Site. His research focuses on chemical catalysts, including environmental, nanostructured catalysts, and processes for converting biomass into liquid fuels via pyrolysis and gasification. He specializes in developing sustainable catalysts for esterification, hydrogenation, and biofuel synthesis, with a particular emphasis on carbon-based materials and renewable biomass utilization.
Dr. Kastner’s work integrates catalytic engineering with environmental sustainability, addressing challenges in biofuel production and chemical synthesis. His recent publications highlight advancements in solid acid and base catalysts, continuous process optimization, and the application of plasma and hydrothermal techniques for catalyst synthesis. Key contributions include the development of activated carbon monoliths and sulfonated carbon materials for high-efficiency reactions.
His research trends emphasize scalability and sustainability, with articles spanning catalyst design, reaction kinetics, and biomass-derived feedstocks. While no specific awards are listed, his extensive publication record reflects impactful contributions to catalysis and renewable energy fields. Dr. Kastner’s lab is located in Riverbend Research Center North, where he leads projects focused on advancing biofuel technologies and eco-friendly chemical processes.
