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Omid Askari is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mississippi State University, College of Engineering. His research focuses on combustion science, plasma-assisted ignition, alternative fuels, and high-pressure flame dynamics. He leads the Plasma and Combustion Research Laboratory and has an extensive publication record in high-impact journals such as Applied Energy, Fuel, and Journal of Energy Resources Technology.
Education:
- Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Northeastern University, 2016
- M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Sharif University of Technology, 2007
- B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Karaj, 2005
His research interests include combustion kinetics, plasma-assisted ignition, alternative and low greenhouse gas fuels, high-pressure spray combustion, flame stability, and laser diagnostics. His work bridges fundamental thermodynamic modeling with practical energy applications, particularly in propulsion and sustainable fuel systems. He has made significant contributions to understanding the behavior of syngas, hydrogen, and gas-to-liquid fuels under extreme conditions.
The recent articles highlight a strong trend in combustion of alternative fuels (syngas, GTL, H2/CO), flame speed and stability analysis, thermal plasma properties, and turbine cooling. These works employ advanced computational and experimental techniques, often involving high-pressure environments and kinetic modeling.
Scientific Awards:
- Outstanding and Recognized Reviewer Award, Journal of Fuel, Elsevier, 2016
- Alfred Ferretti Award for Excellence in Mechanical Engineering, Northeastern University, 2015
- Best Student Paper Award, ASME Solar Energy Division, 2015
- Outstanding Graduate Award, Sharif University of Technology, 2007
- Distinguished Student Award, University of Karaj, 2005
- Scientific Elite, National Elite Institute, 2005
Dr. Askari has secured research funding through assistantships and institutional support. He has mentored students through the Young Scholar Program at Northeastern University and has served as a reviewer for leading journals. His past roles include postdoctoral research and laboratory management, demonstrating leadership in academic research teams. He currently advises graduate students and leads an active research group focused on next-generation combustion technologies.
He directs the Plasma and Combustion Research Laboratory, which focuses on experimental and computational studies of ignition, flame propagation, and emissions in advanced combustion systems. The lab utilizes optical diagnostics and high-pressure combustion chambers to investigate fundamental flame properties relevant to aerospace and automotive applications.
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