Jorge Alberto Velasquez Jimenez

Jorge Alberto Velasquez Jimenez, Ph.D., serves as Research Professor and Research Group Coordinator of the Pulp and Paper Group at Pontifical Bolivarian University. With an h-index of 9 and 64 scientific productions documented from 2002-2025, his research portfolio demonstrates sustained academic productivity and leadership in chemical engineering.

His research interests focus on thermodynamic properties of chemical systems, particularly equations of state, phase equilibria, and material properties of pure substances and mixtures. His work extends to nanocellulose extraction from agricultural byproducts, thermal conductivity modeling, and sustainable processing techniques that align with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The fingerprint analysis of his publications reveals strong expertise in Equations of State Engineering (100%), Alkane Chemistry (78%), Pure Substance Engineering (55%), Mixing Rule Engineering (55%), Molar Volume Chemistry (47%), Fiberboard Engineering (45%), Cubic Equation Engineering (45%), and Enthalpy Chemical Engineering (45%).

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2019-2025) shows a clear trajectory toward sustainable materials processing, with increasing emphasis on green extraction techniques for nanocellulose from banana rachis and fique agroindustrial byproducts. His thermodynamic research maintains strong theoretical foundations while increasingly addressing practical applications in food engineering and industrial processing optimization.

As an active research coordinator, Professor Velasquez Jimenez serves as Principal Investigator or Co-investigator on 9 documented research projects from 2017-2025, with significant funding for nanocellulose production units and green extraction methods. His collaborative network spans multiple Colombian institutions and international partners, reflecting his leadership in applying chemical engineering principles to regional agricultural challenges.

He currently serves as President of the CYTED Science and Technology for Development network (2024-2027), demonstrating his recognized leadership in advancing scientific cooperation for sustainable development in Latin America.