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Maria Vahdati is an Associate Professor at the University of Reading, where she serves as Head of the Sustainable Energy, Environment and Engineering Programme and Programme Director of the MSc Renewable Energy: Technology & Sustainability since 2009. Her work focuses on renewable energy systems, Net Zero design, and low-carbon technologies, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research.
- Academic Qualifications:
- PhD in Mechanical Engineering (University of Bristol)
- BSc in Chemical Engineering (University of Birmingham)
Research Interests include wind, hydro, solar, and biomass energy systems design, ground-source heat pump/PV hybrids, and sustainable construction materials. She explores the integration of renewable energy into urban infrastructure and the development of biomass-based solutions for energy generation.
Recent Trends in her 15 most recent publications span life cycle assessment, virtual power plants, Net Zero building frameworks, and bio-inspired sustainable materials. Her work addresses decentralized waste-to-compost systems, energy efficiency in commercial kitchens, and climate adaptation strategies for buildings.
- Scientific Awards:
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
- Chartered Engineer
- Editorial Board Member for Renewable Energy Journal
Postgraduate Supervision covers diverse topics such as virtual power plants, municipal waste management, natural gas as transportation fuel, adobe brick stabilization, UK commercial kitchen energy reduction, and residential demand flexibility. She contributes to teaching modules in renewable energy, thermodynamics, and carbon management.
Research Affiliations include the University of Reading's Energy and Environmental Engineering Research Group, with projects on decarbonising heating networks and green infrastructure for schools.
