Farzan Kazemifar is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at San José State University, where he also serves as Director of the SJSU Industrial Assessment Center. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, an M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution, and a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology. Dr. Kazemifar's research focuses on thermal energy systems and energy efficiency in buildings, with specialized expertise in multiphase flow, porous media dynamics, and carbon capture technologies. His work integrates experimental methods with theoretical modeling to address challenges in sustainable energy and environmental applications. His 15 most recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on fluid dynamics in porous media, particularly examining CO2-water interactions for carbon sequestration applications. These studies utilize advanced micro-PIV techniques to quantify flow phenomena at pore scales, contributing to improved understanding of multiphase flow regimes under reservoir conditions. Dr. Kazemifar directs the Industrial Assessment Center, which focuses on energy efficiency solutions for industrial applications. No information is available regarding student advising, research grants, or specific laboratory facilities.










