جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Biological wastewater treatment
• Biosolids treatment and valorisation
• Microalgae biotechnology
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Dr. Yuansheng Hu is an Assistant Professor in the School of Civil Engineering at University College Dublin (UCD), Ireland, specializing in Water and Environmental Engineering. He joined UCD in July 2023 after holding academic positions at Atlantic Technological University Sligo (2022–2023) and Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture (2012–2017). His research focuses on biological wastewater treatment, biosolids valorisation, microalgae biotechnology, and constructed wetlands. Dr. Hu also serves as a module coordinator for courses including Geotechnics, Environmental Engineering Fundamentals, and Design and Communications. His academic journey includes a DPhil from UCD and a postdoctoral role at the National University of Ireland, Galway (2016–2022). He is proficient in English and Mandarin, with expertise in peer review and technical communication. Research highlights include advancing anaerobic digestion processes, nitrogen removal technologies, and sustainable wastewater management solutions. His work bridges environmental engineering with biotechnology, emphasizing practical applications for pollution control and resource recovery. Research Interests: Autotrophic nitrogen removal, anaerobic treatment, microalgae-based biofuels, and low-impact development via constructed wetlands. Teaching: Coordinates modules in geotechnical engineering, environmental fundamentals, and design methodologies. Affiliations: UCD School of Civil Engineering, with prior roles at institutions in Ireland and China. Publications span 20+ years, addressing topics like microplastic contamination, microbial degradation pathways, and innovative wastewater treatment systems. His contributions aim to address global environmental challenges through interdisciplinary research and education.

• Sustainable Materials Management
• Circular Economy
• E-Waste Recycling
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Amit Barnwal is a Research Fellow at Chalmers University of Technology's Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. His work focuses on sustainable management of e-waste, particularly Li-ion battery recycling, circular economy principles, and resource recovery. He developed an indigenous hydrometallurgical recycling technology for Li-ion batteries at India's C-MET, scaled to TRL-6 and transferred to 15 industries. His research integrates environmental science, metallurgy, and engineering to address global e-waste challenges. Previously, he worked as a research scientist at C-MET, Hyderabad, India, where he pioneered methods for extracting lithium, cobalt, manganese, and nickel from discarded batteries. His expertise spans printed circuit board recycling, rare earth recovery from hard disc drives, and thermal/flotation-based metal extraction. Key contributions include advancing solvent-extraction routes for battery materials and optimizing fluidization processes for electronic scrap processing. Research interests emphasize waste-to-wealth initiatives, hydrometallurgical innovation, and sustainable industrial practices. His work bridges academic research and industrial application, aiming to create scalable solutions for critical resource recovery from electronic waste streams.

• Resources Engineering and Extractive Metallurgy
• Chemical Engineering
• Materials Science
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Associate Professor James Tardio is Deputy Head of Department ACES (Learning and Teaching) at RMIT University's School of Science. His research focuses on resources engineering, extractive metallurgy, and materials science, with a particular emphasis on sustainable resource recovery from e-waste and industrial waste. He has supervised over 20 research projects addressing challenges in hydrometallurgy, catalysis, and environmental remediation. Research interests include phase equilibria in metallurgical slags, phosphate adsorption using mesoporous materials, and catalytic conversion of bio-based chemicals. Recent work includes optimizing lithium battery material recovery from laterite ores and developing novel catalysts for biofuel upgrading. Key Projects: E-waste PCB smelting, Bangladesh mineral sands valorization, spontaneous landfill fire prevention mechanisms. Techniques: Machine learning in bioprocesses, in situ spectroscopy for catalysis, fluvial mineral characterization. His research outputs bridge fundamental materials science with applied industrial solutions, particularly in circular economy applications. Collaborations span multiple disciplines including chemical engineering and environmental technology.

• Particulate Processing
• Metals Extraction Chemistry
• Physical Separation Technologies
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Timothy C. Eisele is an Associate Professor and Chemical Engineering Endowed Faculty Fellow at Michigan Technological University (MTU), serving as Co-Director of Graduate Programs in Chemical Engineering. He earned all three of his degrees (BS, MS, and PhD) in Metallurgical Engineering from MTU. His research focuses on particulate processing, metals extraction, and sustainable raw material production, with emphasis on advancing physical separation techniques and bioleaching technologies to enhance resource recovery and reduce industrial waste. Education: PhD in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, MTU MS in Metallurgical Engineering, MTU BS in Metallurgical Engineering, MTU Research Highlights: Development of advanced separation techniques (e.g., column flotation, electromagnetic separation) for fine particulate materials Investigation of oxidative and reductive bioleaching for metals recovery using microorganisms Optimization of energy efficiency in comminution processes Utilization of industrial wastes (e.g., fly ash, slags) for sustainable material markets Grants & Projects: Recipient of U.S. DOE grant (FG26-03NT41938) for biohydrometallurgical iron extraction research and holder of U.S. Patent #7,632,330 for environmentally benign iron production methods.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Nanomaterials
• Surface Forces
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Joan E Curry is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Science at the University of Arizona's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS). She specializes in environmental chemistry, nanomaterials, and surface forces, with extensive research on biosurfactants, bacterial deposition patterns, and colloidal interactions. Her teaching focuses on environmental chemistry, organic chemistry, and science education, with courses like ENVS 340 and ENVS 210 spanning over two decades. Dr. Curry's research explores topics such as rhamnolipid biosurfactant applications, ion flotation of rare earth elements, and evaporative deposition of bacteria. She has received multiple awards for teaching excellence, including the Provost's Award for Innovation in Teaching (2019) and the David E. Cox Faculty Teaching Award (2016). Her work integrates experimental and computational methods, often involving collaborations with engineers and biologists. Her scholarly contributions span over 30 publications since 1992, with notable work on monolayer compressibility, green rust mineralogy, and synthetic biology applications. Curry's lab focuses on environmental remediation technologies and sustainable materials science.

Nelson Yaw Dzadeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Surface Science
• Catalysis
• Computational Materials Chemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nelson Yaw Dzade serves as an Assistant Professor in the John and Willie Leone Department of Energy & Mineral Engineering within Penn State University's College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. His research integrates computational approaches with energy materials science to address critical challenges in sustainable energy systems. His office is located in 212 Hosler Building at University Park, PA. Dr. Dzade has extensive expertise in surface science, catalysis, and computational materials chemistry, with research focused on employing state-of-the-art computer simulations based on Density Functional Theory (DFT). His work centers on designing new materials with tailored functionalities, describing interface phenomena including adsorption and surface chemical reactions, and obtaining atomic-level information that may be difficult to access experimentally. His recent research specifically targets the computer-aided design of iron-sulfide nanocatalysts for solar-driven conversion of CO2 to fuels, aligning with his broader research themes of Climate and Natural Systems and Integrated Energy Systems. Analysis of Dr. Dzade's publication record reveals a strong focus on energy conversion technologies, particularly in solar energy harvesting and storage. His research spans heterojunction engineering for photovoltaic applications, catalytic materials for CO2 reduction, and electrocatalysts for water splitting. The publications demonstrate expertise in computational modeling combined with experimental validation across multiple energy-related domains, with particular emphasis on materials interfaces and surface phenomena. DOE Early Career Research Award (2024) Dr. Dzade leads research projects including 'Addressing the Energy Transition Puzzle Through Combined Experimental and Computational Efforts' and 'Rational Design of Bio-Inspired and Earth-Abundant Catalysts for Carbon Dioxide Reduction into Fuels and Fine Chemicals.' His work appears to involve significant collaboration with researchers across multiple institutions, as evidenced by his extensive co-authorship network. While specific grant details aren't provided in the source material, his research aligns with major funding priorities in sustainable energy and climate solutions. His research group appears to focus on computational materials design with strong connections to experimental validation, particularly in the areas of surface science and catalysis. The work leverages advanced computational techniques to understand and design materials for energy applications, with particular emphasis on interface phenomena that govern performance in energy conversion systems.

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Materials Science
• Environmental Chemistry
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Sanja Jevtić is an Associate Professor at the Department of General and Inorganic Chemistry , University of Belgrade, Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy . Her research focuses on modification and application of natural zeolites for environmental remediation and synthesis of phosphate-based porous materials with zeolite structures. Scientific field: Inorganic Chemistry Office: TMF - large building, office 157 Email: sanja@tmf.bg.ac.rs | Phone: 011/3303636 local 636 Research interests include: Adsorption of heavy metals (e.g., Cu²⁺, Cr³⁺, Ni²⁺, Mn²⁺) using natural and modified zeolites Development of hydroxyapatite-zeolite composites for pollutant removal Surface functionalization of zeolites with surfactants/silanes Geopolymerization for toxic ion immobilization Phosphate-based inorganic polymers as porous materials Recent publications emphasize zeolite modification for environmental applications, antibacterial materials , and sustainable metal recovery from industrial waste. Her mentoring activities include guiding 15+ graduate students on topics like: "Preparation of silane-modified zeolites" (Theodora Neshić, 2024) "Heavy metal adsorption on zeolite composites" (Jovana Ostojić, 2021) "Selenium oxyanion removal" (Matija Krpović, 2018) "Mechanochemical zeolite modification" (Miljana Stojanović, 2018)

• Chemical Ecology
• Organic Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
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Fredrik Andersson is a Researcher at Mid Sweden University , affiliated with the Department of Natural Science, Design and Sustainable Development . He is a key member of the Eco Chemistry group , focusing on synthesis of semiochemicals and recyclable sequestrants for water purification from hazardous metals. Education: Licentiate degree (1999-2002) from Mid Sweden University/Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), supervised by Prof. Erik Hedenström Research Interests include: Chemical Ecology (insect pheromone synthesis) Organic Chemistry (chiral auxiliaries, asymmetric reactions) Environmental Chemistry (metal chelation, water purification) Sustainable Development (green chemicals from forest materials) Publication Trends highlight expertise in chemical ecology, pheromone synthesis, colloid chemistry, and sustainable chemical engineering. Collaborations with Lund University , SLU Alnarp , and Surface and Colloid Engineering group at Mid Sweden University demonstrate interdisciplinary work. Projects: BioRem Energy & Metal BioRem Fiber Foodtech (fermentation of forest materials) Green Pro (green chemicals from forest products) Methodology spans asymmetric synthesis, surfactant engineering, and field testing of bioactive compounds.

Rita Kay Hendersonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Water Treatment Processes
• Water Quality Engineering
• Environmental Biotechnology
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Professor Rita Kay Henderson is a distinguished academic at the School of Chemical Engineering, University of New South Wales (UNSW) , serving as Deputy Dean (Societal Impact & Translation) at UNSW Engineering. Her expertise lies in water quality engineering, algal biotechnology, and environmental technologies. She leads the Algal and Organic Matter (AOM) Lab , collaborating closely with the Australian water industry to develop innovative solutions for water treatment and resource recovery. Education: PhD in Water Sciences, Cranfield University (2008) MSc in Water Pollution Control Technology, Cranfield University (2004) MChem in Environmental Chemistry, University of Edinburgh (2002) Research Interests: Design and optimization of separation processes for microalgae and organic matter. Development of monitoring protocols for water quality events using advanced characterization techniques. Resource recovery from wastewater and algae-based biotechnology. With over $7M AUD in research funding, including six ARC grants, her work emphasizes collaboration with industry partners like Melbourne Water and Sydney Water. She has authored >90 peer-reviewed articles and chairs key committees, including the UNSW Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Steering Committee. Awards: AWA NSW Kamal Fernando Mentoring Award (2016) Finalist, Australia Museum 3M Eureka Prize (2015) AIPS NSW Young Tall Poppy Science Award (2012) Advising & Grants: Current and past supervision of over 20 PhD/Master’s students. Key grants include ARC Discovery DP200102195 and industry-funded projects. Her lab, the AOM Lab, focuses on four core themes: natural organic matter, nuisance algae, algae harvesting, and resource recovery. She also contributes to global conferences and editorial roles at Water Research and AWWA Water Science .

• Chemical-Biological Recovery Techniques
• Mineral Preparation
• Flotation Technology
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Prof. Ayhan Ali Sirkeci is a Professor at Istanbul Technical University's Department of Mineral Processing Engineering. He holds a PhD from Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine (1993). His research focuses on Chemical-Biological Recovery Techniques and Mineral Preparation, with expertise in flotation, gold recovery, coal processing, and environmental mineral processing. Affiliations & Roles: Professor since 2007 Head of Department (2015–2018) Visiting Professor at University of Nevada, Reno (2014–2015) Vice Dean (2012) and Vice President of Department roles (2008–2011 and 2006–2007) Research Interests: Flotation technology for pyrite and gold ores Heap leaching efficiency and permeability enhancement Coal preparation and ash reduction Environmental applications like arsenic removal from water Development of centrifugal separators and dense medium cyclones Awards: Overseas PhD scholarship (Ministry of National Education, 1988) Grants & Projects: "Dry Beneficiation of Diatomite" (2012–2021) "Effect of vibration on the strength of bulk material" (2014–2021) Research on coal water slurries, boron extraction, and diatomite purification Teaching & Supervision: Supervised over 15 graduate students, including works on TBM efficiency, centrifugal separators, and coal dewatering Editor of proceedings for mineral processing conferences

Kudret Tahsin Perekمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mineral Processing
• Hydrometallurgy
• Recycling Technologies
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Dr. Kudret Tahsin Perek is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mineral Processing Engineering at Istanbul Technical University's Faculty of Mining. His research encompasses hydrometallurgical processes, mineral waste recycling, and optimization of comminution methods. He applies statistical methods like Taguchi optimization to enhance sustainable materials processing. Key research areas include: Hydrometallurgical recovery of metals from industrial wastes Physical separation techniques for e-waste recycling Mechanical activation in ore processing Flotation efficiency optimization Ceramic waste utilization in construction materials Publications demonstrate consistent focus on resource recovery from secondary materials, particularly fly ash, copper slag, and electronic waste. Recent work emphasizes circular economy approaches in mineral processing.

Laurence Dyerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Hydrometallurgy
• Rare Earth Extraction
• Lithium Processing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Laurence Dyer is an Associate Professor at Curtin University's School of Minerals, Energy and Chemical Engineering, based at the Kalgoorlie Campus. He holds a BSc (Nanotechnology) and PhD (Chemistry) from Curtin University, with a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of British Columbia. His primary roles include teaching metallurgical laboratory techniques, pyrometallurgy, and metallurgical process design, alongside lecturing in the Mining Cycle program. He actively collaborates with the Leaching and Separation Technology group, focusing on leaching, adsorption, precipitation, and rare earth/nickel/copper extraction. Current research emphasizes precious metal tellurides and alternative rare earth mineral treatments. Teaching responsibilities span three core units: Metallurgical Laboratory Techniques, Pyrometallurgy, and Metallurgical Process Design. He has delivered invited lectures in Indonesia and Kazakhstan, reflecting international recognition. Research interests include hydrometallurgy, mineral processing, colloid chemistry, and electrochemistry. His work addresses challenges in lithium processing, cobalt/nickel recovery from waste, and sustainable resource extraction. Publications (2020–2025) highlight advancements in rare earth oxalate resolubilisation, cobalt-nickel recovery from slag, and copper leaching innovations. He leads projects on groundwater treatment for mineral processing and mechanochemical lithium extraction reviews. His contributions bridge chemical principles with industrial metallurgical practices, emphasizing sustainability and process efficiency.

Munish Puriمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bioprocessing
• Industrial Biotechnology
• Food Biotechnology
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Munish Puri is an Associate Professor at the College of Medicine and Public Health , Flinders University. He is a leader in Industrial Biotechnology with expertise in Microbial Manufacturing and Precision Fermentation , applying these to sustainability, food security, and human health challenges. Ph.D. in Biotechnology from India Postdoctoral research at the University of Oxford, UK His research spans four major programs: microbial cell manufacturing for therapeutic proteins/enzymes, food biotechnology for Omega-3 fatty acids , Nanotechnology to enhance enzyme thermostability, and Health Substantiation through bioactive validation. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for sustainable technology development. Recent publications focus on biofuel production , Omega-3 recovery , and neurological disorder treatments using microbial lipids. He has supervised 21 Ph.D. students in biotechnology and serves on editorial boards for journals like Marine Drugs and Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology . Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC, 2015) Scroll of Honor from IFBiop (2012) Victorian Premier Award (2009) As Program Coordinator for Flinders' Master of Biotechnology , he integrated industry placements and dynamic curriculum updates. His 157+ research outputs have achieved 6606 citations and an h-index of 44.

• Multiphase Flow Systems
• Complex Phase Interactions
• Turbulence Modulation
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Dr. Subhasish Mitra is a Research Academic in the Discipline of Chemical Engineering at the University of Newcastle. His expertise lies in multiphase flow systems, turbulence modulation, and mineral processing. With 15 years of industry and academic experience, he focuses on optimizing energy and material use in industrial processes like ironmaking, mineral flotation, and wastewater treatment. Education : PhD, University of Newcastle (Australia) M.Tech, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur B.Tech (Honours), Vidyasagar University Postgraduate Certificate in Nuclear Science & Engineering, Bhabha Atomic Research Center Research Interests : Complex phase interactions in drops, bubbles, and particles Turbulence effects in multiphase systems CFD modeling for mineral flotation and blast furnace dynamics High-temperature behavior of iron ore burdens Wastewater treatment via droplet-surface interactions Publications : Over 100 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on topics like bubble dynamics, CFD modeling, and blast furnace hydrodynamics. Recent work explores hydrogen-injection effects in ironmaking and nanobubble interactions. Awards : 2024 GLS16 Young Researcher Award 2017 Outstanding Contribution in Reviewing (Elsevier) Multiple recognition awards for peer review (2018) Supervision & Grants : Supervised PhD/Master’s students in multiphase systems and mineral processing. Active in grants related to blast furnace optimization and fluidized bed dynamics. Labs/Teams : Involved in synchrotron-based flow modeling and ultrasonic flotation cell development at the University of Newcastle.

• Mineral Processing
• Froth Flotation
• Recycling of Lithium-ion Batteries
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Dr. Martin Rudolph serves as Head of Processing and Head of Interfaces at the Helmholtz Institute Freiberg for Resource Technology (part of Helmholtz Center Dresden-Rossendorf) with dual affiliation to TU Bergakademie Freiberg. His research integrates advanced mineral processing with cutting-edge recycling technologies for critical materials. Specializing in froth flotation of ultrafine particles and recycling of lithium-ion batteries/electrolyzers , Rudolph investigates hydrodynamic phenomena, reagent development, and particle-surface interactions. His work bridges fundamental surface chemistry with industrial-scale separation processes, focusing on sustainable recovery of strategic materials from complex waste streams. Key innovations include bio-based depressants, multidimensional particle characterization, and conceptual recycling chains for hydrogen technologies. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a dominant focus on battery recycling (38% of 2025 articles) and ultrafine particle separation (42%), with strong emphasis on flotation hydrodynamics (15%) and electrolyzer recycling (5%). His methodology consistently combines experimental validation with computational modeling, targeting industrial scalability through Design of Experiments and numerical optimization. Rudolph leads processing research at HZDR's Freiberg facility where his team operates specialized flotation cells (ImhoflotTM, REFLUXTM) and develops separation protocols for resource recovery. Current projects target lithium extraction from slag, platinum group metal recovery from electrolyzers, and sustainable reagent systems using cellulose nanocrystals.