Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Lars O. Nord is a Professor in the Department of Energy and Process Engineering at NTNU, specializing in thermal energy systems, CO2 capture technologies, and dynamic process modeling. He holds a PhD from NTNU (2010) and a Master's from Virginia Tech (2001). His research focuses on power cycles, turbomachinery optimization, and decarbonization strategies for energy systems. Nord has led projects such as DEXPAND and InnCapPlant, addressing CO2 capture under variable loads and expander efficiency in renewable systems. Current roles: Head of the Thermal Energy research group and teaches courses like Engineering Thermodynamics. Research highlights include thermal energy storage integration, moving bed adsorption processes, and offshore hybrid energy systems. His work spans over 80 publications, emphasizing CO2 capture dynamics, turbine design, and control strategies for flexible power plants. Notable collaborations include SINTEF and Aker Solutions. Nord advises multiple PhD candidates and has mentored alumni now leading roles in industry and academia.
Professor Mohan Lal Kolhe is a distinguished academic at the University of Agder , serving as a Full Professor in Smart Grid and Renewable Energy within the Faculty of Engineering and Science and the Department of Engineering Sciences . With over three decades of international academic experience, he has held positions at prestigious institutions including University College London, University of Dundee, and Hydrogen Research Institute in Canada. His career spans technical innovation, policy development (e.g., as a member of South Australia’s Renewable Energy Board), and extensive research leadership in sustainable energy systems. Research Leadership : Focus on Smart Grid integration, Electric Vehicles, Hydrogen Energy, Solar/Wind Systems, and Techno-Economic Energy Analysis. Global Recognition : Listed in the top 2% of scientists worldwide (2020-2023) by Stanford University, with 10 publications averaging 200+ citations. Recent publications emphasize advanced optimization techniques for renewable integration, EV charging infrastructure, hydrogen production, and power system stability. His work has secured competitive funding from entities like the Norwegian Research Council and EU programs. Awards and Expert Roles : Top 2% Global Scientist (Stanford, 2020-2023) Highly Cited Researcher (Top 10 publications, 200+ avg. citations) Expert evaluator for European Commission, Royal Society London, EPSRC, and Cyprus Research Foundation He actively contributes to international conferences as keynote speaker and editorial board member, with leadership roles in research groups like Autonomous and Cyber-Physical Systems and Energy Systems .
Lokukaluge Prasad Perera is a Professor in Maritime Technology at UiT The Arctic University of Norway and a Senior Research Scientist in Smart Data at SINTEF Digital . He holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Oklahoma State University (1999), MSc in Systems & Controls from the same institution (2001), and a PhD in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from Technical University of Lisbon (2012). His research focuses on Maritime and Offshore Systems , Advanced Data Analytics , Autonomous Navigation , Energy Efficiency , and Digital Twin Applications . He has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers and was recognized in the World's Top 2% Scientists (2021-2022) by Stanford University. Key professional experiences include roles at SINTEF Ocean (2014–2017), Center for Marine Technology and Engineering in Portugal (2008–2012), and Wärtsilä Finland (2012–2014). He has also held academic positions at Naval & Maritime Academy and Ocean University of Sri Lanka . His work addresses challenges in emission reduction , renewable energy integration , and safety-critical systems for maritime operations. Current projects emphasize trustworthiness of autonomous ships and data-driven decision frameworks for energy efficiency.
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Olav Bolland is the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and holds the academic rank of Professor of Thermal Power Engineering. His research focuses on carbon capture and storage (CCS), thermal power systems, and CO2 emission management in power generation. He leads the ECCSEL initiative, an international laboratory infrastructure for CCS research and innovation. Bolland teaches courses such as TEP4185 (Gas Process Technology) and FLYT2202 (Aerodynamics). His research emphasizes techno-economic assessments of CO2 capture technologies, including chemical looping reforming, gas switching reforming (GSR), and pressure swing adsorption (PSA). He has published extensively on topics like pre- and post-combustion CO2 capture, power plant optimization, and hydrogen production integration. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in energy systems, aiming to advance sustainable energy solutions. Notable contributions include a textbook on CO2 emission management and collaborative efforts in international CCS infrastructure development. His projects often involve large-scale plant analysis and validation using real-world data from facilities like the CO2 Technology Center Mongstad.
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Asgeir Tomasgard is a Professor of Operations Research at NTNU's Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management. He serves as Director of NTNU Energy and NTNU Energy Transition Initiative, leading interdisciplinary efforts to model and analyze energy systems at the intersection of technology, economy, and society. His research focuses on decarbonization of transport, industry, and buildings using large-scale optimization models that address dynamics and uncertainty in energy transitions. Board member of Norwegian Climate Foundation, Energi21, and Gassco AS Member of European Academies Science Advice Council (EASAC) and European Work Group for Stochastic Optimization Leads initiatives to integrate renewable energy solutions and assess energy transition pathways He co-authored statements advocating for wind energy and electric vehicle adoption, emphasizing system-wide energy modeling to achieve climate goals. His work highlights the economic viability and necessity of renewable energy expansion alongside energy efficiency improvements.
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Francesco Cherubini is a Professor and Director of the Industrial Ecology Programme at NTNU's Department of Energy and Process Engineering. He leads multidisciplinary research on climate change mitigation, environmental sustainability, and bio-based systems. His work integrates field studies, climate models, and life cycle assessment (LCA) to evaluate energy systems, land use, and technological innovations. Education & Roles: Professor at NTNU since [year not explicitly stated, inferred from roles] Lead Author for IPBES Nexus Assessment Report and IPCC Special Report on Climate Change and Land Director of the Industrial Ecology Programme Research Focus: Climate impacts of energy systems and land use (agriculture, forestry) Sustainable bioenergy and bio-based technologies (biofuels, biorefinery) Environmental impacts of hydrogen, aviation fuels, and industrial processes Climate-smart agriculture and land management strategies Life cycle assessment methodological advancements Key Projects (2020–2027): LCA4BIO: Harmonized LCA methods for bio-based systems ICARUS: Sustainable aviation biofuels development HYDROGENi: Norwegian hydrogen innovation center AGRISCASCADE: Circular fertilizers from agricultural waste SusLand: Sustainable land management for climate mitigation Scientific Recognition: Web of Science 'Highly Cited Researcher' (top 1% by citations) Teaching: Graduate course TEP 4300: 'Climate Change Mitigation'
Erik Stensrud Marstein is a Professor II at the Energy Systems Section of the Institute for Technology Systems (UiO) , with a dual role as Research Leader and Deputy Head of Department at the Department of Solar Energy, IFE . He has served as Director of the Norwegian Research Centre for Solar Cell Technology since its founding in 2009 and holds a Dr. Scient. in Physics from the University of Oslo (2003). Research Interests: Solar cell technology and photovoltaic systems. Hybrid renewable energy systems (solar-wind, solar-hydro). Material science for solar cell degradation and stability. Energy system optimization and grid integration. Thermal imaging and defect analysis in PV systems. Publications: His work focuses on photovoltaic modeling (e.g., bifacial gain, soiling loss), hybrid energy systems, material stability, and thermography applications. Recent studies include techno-economic feasibility of floating PV and forecast-driven energy market strategies. Teams & Labs: He leads the Norwegian Research Centre for Solar Cell Technology and collaborates with the Energy Systems Section at UiO/IFE. His research integrates experimental and computational approaches.
Sabrina Sartori is a Professor and Section Head at the University of Oslo's Energy Systems Section, Institute of Theoretical Astrophysics. Her research bridges energy technology and astrophysics, focusing on sustainable power solutions for remote astronomical facilities. Energy Systems Section, University of Oslo AtLAST Telescope Project Consortium Her work centers on energy storage , renewable energy integration , and materials science for hydrogen technologies, combining experimental characterization with life cycle assessments. 2025 : Dual-phase alloys for room temperature hydrogen storage 2024 : Sustainable off-grid telescope power systems Recent publications analyze offshore wind-hydrogen systems , photochromic materials , and metal hydride scalability , reflecting her multidisciplinary approach to decarbonization.
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Elizabeth Sanna Barron is a Professor at the Department of Geography and Social Anthropology , Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Her research intersects with political ecology, conservation social science, and critical physical geography, focusing on emplacement theory and its applications to sustainability. Co-PI for EMBAST (2022-2026) - NSF-funded algal bloom sustainability research Research Team Leader for Mission Mjøsa (2022-2027) - multidisciplinary freshwater management project Senior Researcher in Arctic Auditories (2021-2025) - Norwegian Research Council-funded hydrosphere study Her academic contributions include chairing IUCN's Fungal Use Specialty Group and serving as IPBES coordinating lead author. Current teaching includes advanced geography courses like GEOG8001 Theoretical Perspectives in Geography . Research spans fungal conservation epistemology, Arctic auditory ecology, and decolonial environmental frameworks. Key publication themes include: Emplacement theory development across 15+ years Water sustainability Intergovernmental biodiversity assessments Non-human agency Post-capitalist environmental models Alternative economic metrics
Martin Marie Hubert Choux is an Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering Sciences , University of Agder, Norway. He holds dual M.Sc. degrees in Mechatronic Engineering from École Nationale Supérieure d'Art et Métiers (France) and University of Queensland (Australia), and a Ph.D. in Automatic Control from Technical University of Denmark (2011). Education: M.Sc. in Mechatronic Engineering, École Nationale Supérieure d'Art et Métiers, Paris, 2006 M.Sc. in Mechatronic Engineering, University of Queensland, Brisbane, 2006 Ph.D. in Automatic Control, Technical University of Denmark, Copenhagen, 2011 His research focuses on mechatronics , robotics , and battery recycling , with over 15 recent publications (2024–2019) on: Automated Disassembly of lithium-ion batteries Fault Diagnosis in motor drives using structural analysis and neural networks Efficiency Optimization of electric drivetrains in offshore applications Comparative Studies of hydraulic vs. electric actuation systems AI and Robotics for EV battery recycling Control Algorithms for mechanical systems His work spans robotics , automatic control , and sustainable engineering , contributing to electric vehicle and offshore technology advancements.
Helleik Rosenvinge Syse is a PhD researcher at the University of Stavanger , affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Technology and the Department of Energy and Petroleum Technology . His work in the Future Energy Hub group focuses on integrating the human dimension into energy use in buildings , supervised by Associate Professor Homam Nikpey and Professor Emeritus Harald Røstvik. He previously studied at the University of Strathclyde and has held roles in startups like Gwing, NablaFlow, and bitUnitor. Academic journey: MSc in Renewable Energy Systems and the Environment (University of Strathclyde) Visiting scholar: University of New South Wales's Artificial Intelligence Institute (2023/24) His research spans techno-economic analysis of renewable energy systems and interdisciplinary exploration of human-engineering interactions . Recent work includes simulation studies of MyBox Energy Lab and data accessibility frameworks for smart city energy systems , emphasizing scalable solutions for urban sustainability. Scientific recognition includes: Nominated '30 under 30 ledestjerner' (Dagens Næringsliv, 2020) Awarded 'young energy talent' (Stavanger Chamber of Commerce, 2022) As an educator, he taught sustainability courses at BI Business School and actively participates in energy transition advocacy through Stavanger Chamber of Commerce groups. His multidisciplinary approach bridges technical systems analysis with behavioral science to address energy efficiency challenges.
Norwegian University of Science and TechnologyNorway
Asgeir Tomasgard is a Professor of Operations Analysis at NTNU's Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management. He serves as Director of NTNU Energy and NTNU Energy Transition Initiative, leading strategic initiatives in energy systems research. His work focuses on techno-economic modeling of energy transitions, particularly zero-emission systems and decarbonization of transport/industry. He holds board positions at Gassco AS, the Climate Foundation, and Energi21, among others, actively influencing energy policy and industry. Research expertise includes large-scale optimization models addressing dynamics and uncertainty in energy systems. Key areas are hydrogen technologies, renewable integration, and policy frameworks for climate mitigation. He co-leads projects like FlexBuild examining end-use flexibility and participates in international energy initiatives such as EERA E3S and the European Academies' Science Advice Council. Publications span energy system planning, stochastic optimization, and policy analysis, with recent work emphasizing multi-horizon modeling and hydrogen economics. Active in knowledge dissemination through media commentaries and policy reports, advocating for Norway's role in the green transition. His research bridges academic rigor with real-world energy challenges, emphasizing system-level solutions for sustainable development.
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Liyuan Deng is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) , specializing in advanced membrane technologies for gas separation and electrochemical processes. Their work bridges fundamental materials science with industrial-scale carbon capture and battery innovation. Academic appointments at NTNU since at least 2019 Coordinated >10 major EU/Norwegian Research Council projects Active in CO2 capture , membrane contactors , and electrodialysis systems Research Focus: Develops cutting-edge membranes for multiple applications: CO2 separation from flue gas, pre-combustion syngas, and direct air capture Hybrid systems combining ionic liquids , nanocellulose , and metal-organic frameworks Next-generation Li-S battery separators for enhanced electrochemical performance Process optimization for subsea natural gas dehydration and metal recovery in electrodialysis Publications Trends: Recent works (2023-2025) emphasize: Microstructure engineering in polymer membranes (e.g., Nafion, Pebax) Nanocomposite integration (graphene oxide, ZIF-67, MOFs) Standardization challenges in CO2 capture membrane testing Electrodialysis applications for precious metal recovery Multi-site interaction membranes for selective separations Computational modeling of gas transport and solvent regeneration Grants & Collaborations: Leads projects funded by: Research Council of Norway (Nano-2021, CLIMIT, BIA programs) EU Horizon2020 ( NanoMEMC2 ) M-ERA.NET ( MOGLiS ) Technology Converge ( 3S Battery )
Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway
Magne Hillestad serves as a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering within the Faculty of Natural Sciences at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His academic profile centers on systematic process design methodologies, advanced process modeling and simulation, and model predictive control applications for chemical systems. He actively teaches core chemical engineering courses including TKP4165 Process Design, TKP4170 Process Design Project, and specialized sustainable process design modules. His research spans chemical process design, CO2 capture technologies, biomass conversion pathways, Fischer-Tropsch synthesis optimization, membrane separation systems, and sustainable chemical process development. Specific interests include synthesis gas production from diverse feedstocks (natural gas, coal, biomass), methanol/DME synthesis, polymer production, and carbon-efficient reactor design. His work integrates mathematical modeling with practical process optimization to address industrial-scale challenges in energy transition. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals dominant research trends in sustainable fuel production, particularly biomass-to-liquid and power-to-liquid processes, CO2 utilization pathways, and techno-economic optimization of integrated energy systems. His work consistently emphasizes carbon efficiency improvements through reactor staging, hybrid energy integration, and advanced separation technologies, with strong focus on economic viability alongside environmental performance. No scientific awards were documented in the provided source material. While specific student advising details remain unreported, Professor Hillestad's extensive publication record indicates active mentorship of graduate researchers through collaborative projects. His teaching portfolio demonstrates direct involvement in training next-generation chemical engineers in process design fundamentals. Research activities appear integrated within NTNU's Department of Chemical Engineering infrastructure, leveraging competencies in conceptual process design, chemical process modeling, and systematic reactor optimization for sustainable industrial applications.
Inland Norway University of Applied SciencesNorway
Professor Johan Kask is a leading academic at the University of Inland Norway’s Inland School of Business and Social Sciences, affiliated with the Department of Business Administration and the Center for Research on Digitalization and Sustainability (CREDS). He holds a doctorate in business administration (2013) and a docent degree in marketing (2020) from Örebro University, Sweden, and is a senior research affiliate there. His research focuses on business networks, industry transitions, sustainable business models, and evolutionary approaches to management. Kask’s work spans qualitative methods like scenario analysis and case studies, addressing topics such as entrepreneurial ecosystems, digitalization challenges, and low-carbon transitions. He serves on editorial boards for Journal of Small Business Enterprise Development and Industrial Marketing Management , and collaborates internationally with networks like Evolutionary Approaches in Management Studies and the IMP group. His research groups include Smarter Greener Innovation (SGI) and Sustainable Ecosystem Transition (SET). Kask has contributed to prestigious journals such as Environmental Innovation & Societal Transitions and Technological Forecasting & Social Change , emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability and innovation. Notable projects include exploring dark sides of digitalization in entrepreneurship and analyzing deep-tech startup challenges. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical industry dynamics, advocating for co-evolutionary perspectives in understanding organizational change and ecosystem resilience.
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