Samir Bensaid

Prof. Samir Bensaid is a Full Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) at the Polytechnic University of Turin. He serves as the Scientific Advisor for the European Association A.SPIRE - Processes4Planet and leads the research team Chemical and Catalytic Processes for Energy and Environmental Protection. He has held visiting researcher positions at the University of Houston (2015).

Research Focus: His work centers on

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• CO2 Valorization
• Methane Pyrolysis
• Hydrogen Production
• Aqueous Phase Reforming
• Biomass Conversion

Publications Trends: Recent articles emphasize CO2 conversion technologies, catalytic hydrogenation, and sustainable fuel production. Key methodologies include kinetic modeling, in-situ characterization, and process optimization.

Scientific Contributions:

• National Patents on Hydrogen Production and CO2 Valorization
• Leadership in EU-funded projects (METHA, H2STEEL)
• PNRR Mission projects (METHAREN, RISORSA)

Advising: He supervises 19 PhD students in Chemical Engineering and Energetica programs, focusing on topics like plastic pyrolysis, dual function materials, and biochar production.