Mohsen Sharifpur

Mohsen Sharifpur is a Professor at the University of Pretoria, South Africa, within the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology, Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering. He additionally holds appointments at China Medical University (Taiwan), Duy Tan University (Vietnam), and the University of Science and Culture in Tehran, reflecting a truly global academic footprint.

His educational background is not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but his extensive publication record and affiliations suggest advanced degrees in mechanical or thermal engineering.

Research Focus

• Thermal Engineering & Heat Transfer: Investigating fundamental and applied aspects of heat transfer enhancement, phase change phenomena, and energy conversion systems.
• Nanofluids & Advanced Materials: Exploring the synthesis, characterization, and application of nanoparticle-enhanced fluids for improved thermal performance in diverse engineering systems.
• Computational & Experimental Fluid Dynamics: Employing CFD, molecular dynamics, and experimental techniques to model complex multiphase flows and optimize energy systems.
• Sustainable Energy Technologies: Addressing contemporary challenges in energy efficiency, renewable energy forecasting, and environmentally friendly fuels such as biodiesel.

Across more than 300 peer-reviewed publications, Prof. Sharifpur’s work demonstrates a consistent trajectory toward enhancing energy efficiency through nanotechnology, advanced computational methods, and sustainable engineering practices. His recent studies integrate machine-learning techniques (e.g., LSTM networks) for solar power forecasting, highlighting an interdisciplinary approach that bridges mechanical engineering and data science.

Scientific Awards & Funding

• Sponsored research supported by the National Research Foundation (South Africa)
• National Institutes of Health (USA)
• National Natural Science Foundation of China
• King Saud University, Taif University, King Faisal University, and numerous other international agencies

Collaborations & Teams

Prof. Sharifpur leads or participates in multiple international research collaborations, evidenced by a co-authorship network spanning 272 institutions and 99.6 % of his papers being co-authored. These collaborations integrate expertise from mechanical engineering, materials science, energy policy, and computational sciences to deliver impactful technological solutions.