Pedro David Reina Davila

Pedro David Reina Davila serves as a Research Associate and Master's Assistant at the Institute of Mechanical Engineering and Energy Technology within the Lucerne School of Engineering and Architecture, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. His role spans research in thermal energy systems and process engineering alongside graduate teaching support since 2023. Previous professional engagements include intern research at EMPA's Urban Energy Systems Department (2020-2021), lab instruction at University San Francisco de Quito's Applied Materials Research Institute (2021-2022), and team leadership in a US-based biochar industry firm (2020-2023).

His academic foundation comprises:

• Current MSc candidate in Engineering - Energy & Environment at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (2023-present)
• BSc in Mechanical Engineering from University San Francisco de Quito (2015-2020)
• Minor in Electronic Engineering and Automation from University San Francisco de Quito (2017-2020)

Research focuses integrate carbon-neutral technologies with practical engineering solutions, particularly in carbon dioxide removal via microalgae systems, hydrogen-based energy applications for developing regions, and thermal process optimization. Projects like "Microalgae for Carbon Dioxide Removal" and "Hydrogen fuelled cooking stoves for Nepal" demonstrate applied innovation in sustainable energy infrastructure, while "PBRSim" and "FABIRA" reflect computational and industrial process engineering expertise.

His technical profile centers on industrial automation frameworks, energy conversion systems, and process design for thermal applications. As a Master's assistant, he contributes to graduate pedagogy within mechanical engineering programs while advancing research through the CC Thermal Energy Systems and Process Engineering group.