Miguel Pans Castillo

Dr. Miguel Pans Castillo is a Researcher at Loughborough University, focusing on sustainable energy systems and chemical engineering. He holds a PhD in Chemical and Environmental Engineering from the University of Zaragoza, Spain, and a MEng in Chemical Engineering from the University of Valencia. His research emphasizes hydrogen production with CO2 capture, chemical-looping combustion (CLC), and biomass combustion in fluidized bed systems. He has explored the use of low-cost iron-based oxygen carriers and additives to mitigate agglomeration during biomass combustion.

During his postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Nottingham (2015–2018), he investigated oxy-fuel combustion, fluidized bed dynamics, and emission control strategies. His work addresses challenges in renewable energy integration, carbon capture technologies, and sustainable industrial processes.

Key research themes include optimizing CLC systems for H2 production, evaluating bed additives for biomass combustion efficiency, and advancing material science for corrosion-resistant coatings in high-temperature environments. His publications span experimental and modeling approaches to energy systems, emphasizing practical applications in decarbonization.

Collaborations include the Low Carbon Energy and Resources Technologies Research Group at the University of Nottingham. His expertise bridges fundamental chemical engineering principles with applied solutions for environmental sustainability.