Nagu Daraboinaمشاهده پروفایل
دانشیار
Nagu Daraboina serves as Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering and Associate Director of the Tulsa University Paraffin Deposition Projects at The University of Tulsa’s Russell School of Chemical Engineering. His research pioneers hydrate-based technologies for flow assurance, carbon capture, storage and utilization (CCSU), produced water desalination, and energy recovery, with significant experimental advancements in water treatment and carbon capture systems. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Chemical & Bio Engineering from University of British Columbia (2008) MBA from The University of Tulsa (2019) M.S. from Indian Institute of Science (2006) B.S. in Technology from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (2002) Dr. Daraboina's research focuses on critical energy sector challenges through flow assurance in oil/gas pipelines, CCSU, produced water management, and energy recovery. His group develops innovative hydrate-based experimental approaches that enhance sustainability and efficiency in hydrocarbon production while addressing environmental concerns through novel water treatment and carbon capture methodologies. His 2024-2025 publications reveal concentrated expertise in hydrate technology applications for desalination and carbon capture, alongside flow assurance challenges like wax/paraffin deposition. The research integrates thermodynamic modeling, kinetic studies, and experimental validation to optimize energy efficiency in produced water treatment and pre-combustion CO2 capture systems, with direct industry relevance for oil and gas operations. Notable awards include: Society of Petroleum Engineers Regional Projects, Facilities, and Construction Award (2025) University of Tulsa Faculty Champion of Global Engagement Award (2025) University of Tulsa Distinguished Graduate Mentor Award (2024) Zelimir Schmidt Outstanding Researcher Award (2023) Donald W. Davidson Gas Hydrates Research Award (2023) Stanford University Top 2% Most Cited Scientist (2022) Influential Researcher Award (2021) Rising Star in Energy Research (2021) Recognized with the Distinguished Graduate Mentor Award (2024), Dr. Daraboina actively supervises graduate researchers despite specific student names not being publicly listed. His research group's extensive publication record and industry partnerships indicate substantial grant funding from energy sector stakeholders and federal research agencies. He leads the Daraboina Research Group and directs the Tulsa University Paraffin Deposition Projects, which operates specialized laboratories for flow assurance testing, hydrate formation studies, and multiphase flow experiments. The group collaborates with industry partners on pipeline transport challenges and develops next-generation technologies for sustainable energy production.










