جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Biomass and Waste
• Carbon, Climate and Risk
• Energy and the Environment
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr Stuart Wagland is a Reader in Energy and Environmental Chemistry and Deputy Director of Research at Cranfield University's School of Water, Energy and Environment. He holds a PhD in waste chemistry from Cranfield and additional degrees in Chemistry and Display Technology. A Chartered Chemist (CChem) and Fellow of both the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC) and the Higher Education Association (FHEA), Dr Wagland specializes in waste management, enhanced landfill mining, and resource recovery from solid wastes. His work bridges chemistry and engineering, focusing on anaerobic digestion optimization, bioleaching, and critical metal extraction from waste streams. Research interests include waste characterization, energy potential assessment, and advanced thermal treatment technologies. Key projects involve EU Horizon 2020 initiatives (SMART GROUND, NEW MINE) and Interreg NW Europe's REGENERATIS project, aimed at recovering metals from industrial waste. Dr Wagland coordinates the UK Enhanced Landfill Mining Network and collaborates with EURELCO, a European consortium. Current activities include doctoral supervision in waste management and landfill mining. He has secured grants from Innovate UK, EPSRC, and the European Regional Development Fund. Awards include the Lord Kings Norton Medal for contributions to carbon capture and storage.

Bernadette McCabeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biogas Technology
• Agricultural Waste Management
• Environmental Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Bernadette McCabe is Director of the Centre for Agricultural Engineering (CAE) at the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) and Research Program Team Leader for Energy and Bioresource Recycling. She leads Australia’s National Team for IEA Bioenergy Task 37 (Energy from Biogas) and is a member of the ARC College of Experts. With over 25 years in academic and industry research, her work focuses on converting agricultural and food-industry waste into valuable resources like biogas, recycled water, and biofertilizers. She collaborates with industries to enhance profitability through sustainable waste management, addressing livestock, cropping, and water utility sectors. Education : BSc(Hons) in Agriculture, University of Sydney (1992) PhD in Agricultural Bioengineering, University of Western Sydney (1999) Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching and Learning, USQ (2007) Research Interests : Biogas production from agro-industrial waste Anaerobic digestion optimization Greenhouse gas mitigation strategies Biosolids and digestate management Circular economy applications in agriculture Grants & Projects : Recycling and Renewable Energy Commercialisation Hub (2023) Nutrients in a Circular Economy (NiCE) ARC Hub (2022) Wastes to Profits: Regional Agri-Food Waste Valorisation (2021) Pilot-scale digestate-derived bioproducts (2020) Awards : Advance Queensland Mid-Career Research Fellowship (2017) ALTC Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2011) Labs/Teams : Leadership in CAE’s Energy and Bioresource Recycling program Collaborations with IEA Bioenergy, CSIRO, and industry partners

• Electrochemistry
• Energy Storage Materials
• Batteries
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Scott Donne is a faculty member at the University of Newcastle's School of Environmental and Life Sciences, specializing in Chemistry. His primary role is as a Professor, focusing on electrochemistry, energy storage materials, and industrial chemistry. He holds a PhD and BSc from the University of Newcastle and has been affiliated with the university since 2001 as the Delta EMD Lecturer in Applied Chemistry. Research Interests: Professor Donne's research revolves around electrochemical materials, including batteries, supercapacitors, and fuel cells. He investigates novel materials for energy storage, corrosion science, and electrodeposition. His work bridges fundamental electrochemistry with industrial applications, emphasizing practical solutions for energy and environmental challenges. Publications & Grants: He has authored/co-authored over 200 publications, including studies on manganese dioxide electrodes, biochar applications, and thermochemical hydrogen production. His work demonstrates expertise in both academic research (e.g., electrochemical capacitor mechanisms) and applied technologies (e.g., biochar fertilization). He has secured significant external funding and supervised numerous postgraduate students. Awards & Recognition: While no explicit awards are listed, his extensive publications and funding indicate recognition in his field. His contributions to energy storage and environmental science align with global sustainability goals. Labs & Teams: His research group likely focuses on electrochemical systems and materials innovation, though specific lab names are not mentioned. Collaborations span academia and industry, evidenced by prior work at Eveready Battery Company.

Angela Hofmannمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Process Engineering
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Activated Carbon Production
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Angela Hofmann is a Senior Lecturer and Professor of Process Engineering at the Management Center Innsbruck, part of the University of Innsbruck. She leads the Josef Ressel Center for the production of powdered activated carbon from municipal residues and serves on strategic boards for renewable energy in Tyrol. Her roles span academia, research, and industry collaboration, focusing on sustainable energy systems and biomass valorization. Dr. Hofmann holds a Dr. techn. in Process Engineering from the Technical University of Vienna (2018) and advanced qualifications in project management, mediation, and environmental technology. Her teaching emphasizes process engineering, renewable energy systems, and synthetic biofuels. Her research centers on thermochemical biomass conversion, gasification technologies, activated carbon production from waste, and circular economy applications. Notable projects include the PowerBox gasification system, Tirol 2050 energy scenarios, and investigations into biochar properties and wastewater treatment applications. Dr. Hofmann has supervised over 40 theses and contributed to peer-reviewed journals and conferences. She actively participates in professional societies, including the German association of higher education and the International Energy Agency (IEA).

• Composite Materials
• Polymer Science
• Hydrogels
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hossein Baniasadi is a Staff Scientist in the Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering at Aalto University's School of Chemical Engineering. His research focuses on advanced materials development with applications in sustainable manufacturing and biomedical engineering. Education: Doctoral degree in Engineering and Technology from Sharif University of Technology (awarded May 11, 2015) Baniasadi's research spans multiple areas of materials science, with particular expertise in composite materials (100% fingerprint match), polyamide science (70%), hydrogels (52%), biocomposites (48%), 3D printing (45%), biochar applications (39%), phase change materials (33%), and polymerization processes (32%). His work emphasizes sustainable materials development with applications in tissue engineering, energy storage, and food packaging. His recent publication trend shows a strong focus on biochar-enhanced composite materials, with multiple 2025 publications exploring biochar applications in polyamide composites, cellulose foams, and food packaging films. These works integrate materials science with environmental sustainability considerations and demonstrate expertise in both fundamental material properties and practical applications. Awards: Recipient of 1 research prize Baniasadi serves as Principal Investigator for multiple research projects including '3D-GRINO-PPCI / POTE' (2023-2027) and 'Bio-oils based polymeric composites; value chain from synthesis to additive manufacturing.' He has supervised at least one thesis and collaborates extensively across disciplinary boundaries with numerous co-investigators. His research connects with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly through sustainable materials development and environmentally conscious manufacturing processes.

Rafael Santosمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• CO2 Capture and Utilization
• Environmental Remediation
• Process Intensification
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rafael Santos is an Associate Professor in Environmental Engineering at the University of Guelph's School of Engineering since 2017. He holds a PhD from KU Leuven (Belgium) and is a registered Professional Engineer of Ontario. Research focuses on CO 2 capture/utilization, solid waste valorization, environmental remediation, and process intensification Professional affiliations include PEO, ACS, AWMA, CSChE, RSC, and AIChE Particle Technology Forum Research Themes: Transforming industrial/agricultural wastes into carbon sinks and valuable products Developing energy-efficient reactor technologies (ultrasound, tubular reactors, hot-stage processing) Commercialization through GeoRewind™ with Twitter/Instagram presence Applying enhanced rock weathering to Southern Ontario agriculture and mining Scientific Recognition : NSERC Discovery Grant & Launch Supplement (2019-2024) Scialog Fellow (2020-present) Editorial roles in 4 journals He supervises 23 graduate students/visitors via projects spanning carbon capture, waste valorization, reactor design, and environmental monitoring. Teaching includes core courses like Fluid Mechanics and specialized graduate programs in Geochemical Modeling.

Erica L. Belmontمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Combustion
• Biomass Energy
• Renewable Energy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erica L. Belmont is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wyoming, leading the Belmont Energy Research Group (BERG). Her work focuses on experimental combustion science, renewable energy conversion, and sustainable materials development within the university's Carnegie R1 research framework. Her academic credentials include: B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Tufts University M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin Dr. Belmont's research integrates three interconnected domains: low-temperature combustion chemistry (particularly cool flames for advanced engine applications), biomass energy systems (including co-combustion of beetle-kill wood with coal), and biochar valorization (for carbon sequestration and materials production). Her experimental approach combines species/temperature measurements with numerical modeling to address energy efficiency and environmental sustainability challenges. Recent publications demonstrate consistent innovation in combustion diagnostics and biomass thermochemical conversion, with increasing emphasis on wildfire-derived carbon analysis and sustainable material synthesis. The work bridges fundamental chemical kinetics with practical energy applications, particularly in Western U.S. contexts affected by bark beetle infestations. She mentors a robust cohort of graduate researchers, with 21 advised students (11 Ph.D., 10 M.S.) contributing to BERG's mission. Her group secures research support through university and external partnerships focused on clean energy transitions. BELMONT ENERGY RESEARCH GROUP (BERG) operates specialized facilities for cool flame stabilization, biomass pyrolysis/gasification, and biochar characterization. Current projects include wildfire carbon quantification in Medicine Bow National Forest and development of biomass-derived battery components, reflecting Wyoming's energy landscape and ecological challenges.

• Food Engineering
• Bioprocessing
• Biofuels
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Danielle Bellmer is a Professor at Oklahoma State University within the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources and the Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center . Her work spans teaching and research in food process engineering, biofuels, and value-added product development. Doctor of Philosophy, Agricultural and Biological Engineering (Purdue University, 1996) Bachelor of Science, Biological Engineering (Michigan State University, 1992) Dr. Bellmer's research focuses on probiotic encapsulation , biofuel production from agricultural waste , and edible film development . She has explored microbial protein delivery, biochar applications, and sustainable food waste conversion. Her recent publications (2024-2025) emphasize probiotic stability in baked goods , sugar alternative impacts , and consumer acceptance studies . Earlier work (2014-2018) addresses biomass gasification , thermal decomposition , and biochar utilization . She has secured grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture , Department of Transportation , and National Science Foundation for projects on bioplastic degradation, probiotic functionality, and sustainable food industry leadership. Dr. Bellmer supervises doctoral research and teaches courses including Microbial Applications in Biosystems Engineering , Food Rheology , and Introduction to Biosystems Engineering . She offers graduate research supervision and oversees internships in agricultural sciences.

• Plant Breeding and Genetics
• Quantitative Genetics
• Sustainable Crop Production
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Fawad Ali is an Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellow at Griffith University's Centre for Planetary Health and Food Security, specializing in environmental sustainability and management. His research focuses on sustainable crop production systems with particular expertise in tropical fruits, rice, and coffee breeding. Education: PhD in Plant Breeding and Genetics, Southern Cross University (2016-2021) MSC (Hons) in Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Agriculture Faisalabad (2010-2012) BSC (Hons) in Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Agriculture Faisalabad (2006-2010) Dr. Ali's research spans plant breeding, quantitative genetics, and environmental remediation, with emphasis on developing sustainable agricultural systems that address food security and environmental challenges. His work integrates molecular biology, field trials, and computational approaches to improve crop resilience and quality. His publication record reveals strong focus areas in environmental remediation (particularly arsenic and heavy metal contamination), tropical fruit breeding (papaya and citrus), and stress-responsive crop improvement. Recent work demonstrates innovative approaches combining microbial solutions with plant systems for pollution mitigation. Awards & Recognition: Best Poster Award at TropAg 2019 Qualified Person (QP) certification for Intellectual Property and Plant Breeding Rights (IP Australia, 2022-2025) Dr. Ali actively supervises doctoral research, currently serving as Associate Supervisor for genomic platform development in Australian papaya. His funded research includes the $646,000 Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship project 'Invigorating the Coffee Industry in Tropical North Queensland' and the 'National Papaya Breeding and Evaluation Program' ($1.5M). He collaborates extensively with industry partners to translate research into practical agricultural solutions, particularly in specialty coffee and tropical fruit production. His laboratory work encompasses plant tissue culture, molecular biology techniques, field-based breeding trials, and environmental remediation experiments, with strong emphasis on industry-relevant outcomes and consumer preferences.

Patrizia Saviمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• GNSS Reflectometry
• Microwave Characterization of Materials
• Graphene Nanoplatelets
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Patrizia Savi is a Tenured Associate Professor at the Polytechnic University of Turin within the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications. She actively participates in the Power Electronics Innovation Center (PEIC) and serves as a Senior Member of IEEE and the International Union of Radio Science . Teaching: She has been the Titolare del corso for 'Campi Elettromagnetici' (Electromagnetic Fields) since 2019-2021 at the Polytechnic University of Turin. Key Collaborations: Works with researchers across Italy and international institutions on projects involving GNSS-R for environmental monitoring. Research Interests: Her work focuses on GNSS Reflectometry for soil moisture retrieval, carbon-based composites (graphene, biochar, nanotubes) for microwave applications, and graphene tunable devices including biosensors. She also explores electromagnetic shielding using sustainable materials. Recent Publication Trends: Recent work emphasizes machine learning integration with GNSS-R data, biochar composite shielding in construction materials, and graphene-based biosensors for glucose and HRP detection. Key applications span climate action , environmental monitoring , and medical diagnostics . Scientific Awards: IEEE Fellow (2016-) IEEE Senior Member (2016-) International Union of Radio Science Senior Member (2024-) Advising: Supervises PhD students Simone Gaetano Ballaera and Fabio Peinetti , focusing on graphene sensors and tunable devices.

Jonathan P. Mathewsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Coal Science
• Carbon Materials
• Energy Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jonathan P. Mathews is a Professor of Energy and Mineral Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University, specializing in coal science and technology. He holds the title of ACS Fellow and leads research on coal structure, atomistic modeling, and carbon materials. His work focuses on the relationship between coal structure and behavior, including applications in coalbed methane, CO₂ sequestration, and carbon product development. He teaches courses on energy science, environmental energy systems, and oversees the Penn State Coal Research and Sample Banks. Education: Ph.D. in Fuel Science from Penn State (1998). Research interests include molecular modeling of coal/char/soot, advanced analytical techniques, and collaborations with institutions globally. He has authored over 95 journal articles and developed software tools like Fringe3D for structural analysis. His research highlights include: atomistic representations of coal for combustion/gasification studies, microwave applications for coal processing, and structural characterization of coal macerals. Awards include recognition as an ACS Fellow. Advises students in energy and mineral engineering, focusing on coal science, and collaborates with national labs and international partners. Labs/Teams: Leads the Penn State Coal Research Group, advancing computational and experimental methods in coal science. His work bridges geoscience, materials science, and energy engineering, addressing sustainable energy challenges through interdisciplinary approaches.

Arthur J. Ragauskasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biorefining
• Lignocellulosic Biomass Conversion
• Biofuels
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Arthur J. Ragauskas is the UT-ORNL Governor’s Chair for Biorefining and Acting Department Head in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Tennessee, with a complementary appointment in the Department of Forestry, Wildlife, and Fisheries. He is affiliated with Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Energy and Environmental Sciences Directorate. Education: PhD (1985) and BS (1980) in Chemistry from the University of Western Ontario. His research focuses on sustainable bioresources, lignocellulosic biomass conversion, biofuels, and upcycling waste plastics. He leads a team of graduate students, postdocs, and researchers, with over 488 publications. Research Interests: Biorefining, lignin valorization, nanolignocellulosics, green chemistry, and bio-based materials. He explores novel technologies for biomass fractionation, enzymatic hydrolysis, and biorefinery integration. Awards: 2024 Lithuanian Global Award, 2022 RSC Environment Prize, 2018 Royal Society of Chemistry Fellow, 2012 AAAS Fellow, and 2008 Fulbright Chair in Alternative Energy. Grants & Collaboration: Sponsored by NSF, USDA, DOE, and industry consortia. He advises on global initiatives, including the U.S. DOE’s Bio Energy Science Center (BESC). Labs & Teams: Directs interdisciplinary research labs focused on biomass conversion, catalytic processes, and sustainable materials. Active in editorships and advisory roles globally.

Zong Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Agricultural Engineering
• Manure Management
• Water Quality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Zong Liu serves as an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist at Texas A&M University within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, affiliated with the WMHS Program. His research addresses critical agricultural waste management challenges, particularly in dairy operations and water resource protection. His primary research domains include: Agricultural Engineering Manure Management Systems Water Quality Monitoring Dairy Production Technology Environmental Pathogen Control Machine Learning Applications Dr. Liu develops engineering solutions for pathogen reduction, nutrient recovery, and sustainable disposal methods, with recent work expanding into virtual reality educational tools and emergency response protocols for dairy crises. His publications demonstrate consistent integration of computational methods with practical agricultural engineering. Analysis of his 2015-2025 publications reveals dominant focus areas: dairy manure treatment (60% of works), pathogen reduction technologies (40%), and emerging applications of machine learning (15%). The research trajectory shows progression from fundamental laboratory studies (2015-2017) toward integrated field solutions and crisis management systems (2020-2025), with increasing interdisciplinary collaboration across environmental science, data analytics, and extension education domains.

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Sustainable Chemical Engineering
• Hydrothermal Processing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Philip van Eyk is an academic at the University of Adelaide's School of Chemical Engineering within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. He serves as Associate Head of Learning and Teaching, focusing on advancing chemical engineering education and research. His work integrates core chemical engineering principles into renewable energy applications outside power generation, sustainable chemical production, and beer brewing process analysis. Teaching responsibilities include Process Design, Chemical Reactor Engineering, Heat and Mass Transfer, and Separation Process Engineering. He pioneered a 4th-year Brewery Engineering elective and established the Waite Campus Microbrewery for teaching and research. This facility explores ingredient/process impacts on beer sensory qualities and collaborates with industry on recipe development. Research interests span hydrothermal processing of biomass/wastewater sludges, solar thermal energy utilization in high-temperature processes (e.g., gasification), combustion/gasification of coal/biomass, and mathematical modeling of thermal systems. Notable projects include solar gasification and hydrothermal liquefaction of algae. Grants and funding include a $956,700 project on novel diagnostics in particle-laden flows, a $550,000 initiative for biochar technology, and a $273,856 ARENA fellowship for solar gasification research. He has supervised multiple higher-degree research candidates and collaborates with industry partners. Labs/Teams: Microbrewery at Waite Campus, Centre for Energy Technology, and solar gasification research groups. Active in interdisciplinary projects addressing sustainable energy and low-emission industrial processes.

Hassan Karimiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geoinformatics
• Machine Learning
• Location-Based Services
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hassan Karimi is a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Computing and Information, Department of Informatics and Networked Systems. His research focuses on Geoinformatics, Machine Learning, Location-Based Services, and Navigation Applications, with expertise in Mobile Computing and Distributed/Parallel Computing. He holds a Ph.D. in Geomatics Engineering from the University of Calgary, along with an MS in Computer Science from the University of Calgary and a BS in Computer Science from the University of New Brunswick. His research interests encompass computational geometry, geospatial data science, and smart city technologies. Notable contributions include methodologies for obstacle detection for visually impaired navigation, collaborative wayfinding systems, and spatiotemporal activity prediction. He leads the Geoinformatics Laboratory, which explores geospatial data science, mobile computing, and navigation systems. Key publications include works on geospatial data science techniques, navigation systems, and machine learning applications. His lab develops technologies for autonomous vehicles, environmental monitoring, and precision agriculture. He is the author of several books, including *Geospatial Data Science Techniques and Applications* (Taylor & Francis, 2018) and *Big Data: Techniques and Technologies in Geoinformatics* (Taylor & Francis, 2014). His work bridges theoretical research and practical applications, addressing challenges in smart cities, environmental sustainability, and health informatics. The Geoinformatics Lab collaborates on projects such as sensor networks, spatial data mining, and geovisualization.