Abu Md. Mehdi Hassan | Energy from Waste | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Abu Md. Mehdi Hassan | Energy from Waste | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Summary:

Abu Md. Mehdi Hassan is an accomplished academic and administrator with a deep commitment to advancing science education and renewable energy research in Bangladesh. With decades of experience in teaching and educational leadership, he has influenced countless students and contributed to national research initiatives. His work in renewable energy aims to address Bangladesh’s energy challenges through innovative waste-to-energy conversion processes.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

Mr. Abu Md. Mehdi Hassan completed his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) and Master of Science (M.Sc.) degrees in Physics from Chittagong University in Bangladesh, achieving a second-class ranking in both. His secondary education includes a Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) from Government City College and a Secondary School Certificate (SSC) from Agrabad Government Colony High School, with notable achievements in the sciences.

🏢 Professional Experience:

With over 30 years of experience, Mr. Hassan has made significant contributions to the educational sector in Bangladesh. He currently serves as the Vice Principal at Government City College, Chittagong, where he leads educational planning, administration, and faculty coordination. Prior to this, he held roles including Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, and Lecturer in Physics under the Ministry of Education, Government of Bangladesh. His expertise lies in delivering lectures, guiding students, and advancing academic strategies for effective teaching and learning. Mr. Hassan also gained early experience as an Executive at Multiport Limited, where he managed sales, client relations, and documentation.

Research Interests:

Mr. Hassan’s research is focused on clean energy solutions and environmental sustainability, with an emphasis on renewable energy sources. His recent studies explore the conversion of agricultural and municipal waste into viable energy sources through processes such as pyrolysis and thermal decomposition. His work provides valuable insights into the kinetics and thermodynamics of solid waste and biomass fuel, contributing to the development of sustainable energy alternatives in Bangladesh.

Top Noted Publication:

  • “A Model Fitting Approach for the Investigation of Thermo-Kinetic Parameters of Rice Straw: A Viable Renewable Energy Resource in Bangladesh”
    Journal: Sustainable Energy Research, 2024.
    DOI: [10.1186/s40807-024-00126-y]
    Contributors: Abu Md. Mehdi Hassan, Bushra Sharf, Md. Ripaj Uddin, Mohammad Nazim Zaman, Md. Nuruzzaman, Hassan Zeb, Farzana Yasmin, Mayeen Uddin Khandaker.
  • “Pyrolysis of Municipal Solid Waste: Kinetics and Thermodynamic Parameters via Coats-Redfern Method”
    Journal: Applied Chemical Engineering, 2024.
    DOI: [10.59429/ace.v7i2.1872]
    Contributors: Abu Hassan, Muhammad Asif, Tariq Hussain, Rida Sajjad, Farzana Yasmin, Mayeen Uddin Khandaker.
  • “Assessing the Potentials of Rice Straws as a Solid Fuel for the Production of Clean Energy”
    Journal: Applied Chemical Engineering, 2024.
    DOI: [10.24294/ace.v7i1.3097]
    Contributors: Abu Md. Mehdi Hassan, Chengxi Yao, Muhammad Asif, Md. Ripaj Uddin, Muhammad Abdullah Al-Mansur, Mayeen Uddin Khandaker, Farzana Yasmin.
  • “Characterization of Municipal Solid Waste for Effective Utilization as an Alternative Source for Clean Energy Production”
    Journal: Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences, 2023.
    DOI: [10.1016/j.jrras.2023.100683]
    Contributors: Abu Md Mehdi Hassan, Muhammad Asif, Muhammad Abdullah Al-Mansur, Md Ripaj Uddin, Sultan J Alsufyani, Farzana Yasmin, Mayeen Uddin Khandaker.
  • “Role of Blended Teaching in Enhancing Effectiveness of Quality of Teaching-Learning Process: An Empirical Study”
    Journal: Journal of Positive School Psychology, 2022.
  • “A Review on Particulate Matter and Heavy Metal Emissions; Impacts on the Environment, Detection Techniques, and Control Strategies”
    Journal: MOJ Ecology & Environmental Sciences, 2021.
    DOI: [10.15406/mojes.2022.07.00239]
    Contributors: Muhammad Asif, Sayyaf Yousuf, Anyiam Ngozi Donald, Abu Md. Mehdi Hassan, Asif Iqbal, Muhammad Adnan Bodlah, Bushra Sharf, Noshaba Noshia.

Conclusion:

Mr. Abu Md. Mehdi Hassan’s dedication to advancing renewable energy research and his impressive background in educational leadership make him a commendable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His pioneering work in waste-to-energy conversion, coupled with his commitment to education and sustainability, demonstrates his strong potential for future contributions to renewable energy solutions. By continuing to broaden his international collaborations and publishing in high-impact journals, Mr. Hassan could further establish his position as a leading researcher in the field of renewable energy and sustainability. His significant contributions make him an excellent choice for this award.

 

 

Mojca Škerget | Hydrothermal Recycling | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Mojca Škerget, Hydrothermal Recycling, Best Researcher Award

Professor at University of Maribor, Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Slovenia

Summary:

Prof. Dr. Mojca Škerget is a distinguished chemical engineer with a PhD from the University of Maribor. She has been a full professor at the same university since 2012 and has led the Chair of Chemical Engineering since 2015. Her significant contributions to the field have earned her numerous awards, including the Zois Certificate of Recognition and the Golden Award of the University of Maribor. She is an internationally recognized researcher, with over 5700 citations and an h-index of 31, reflecting her influence in the field. Prof. Škerget’s research spans a wide range of topics within chemical engineering, particularly focusing on advanced separation processes, hydrothermal treatment of organic waste, and the study of thermodynamic and mass transport phenomena. She is an active member of several professional bodies and continues to contribute to strategic initiatives in Slovenia aimed at transitioning to a circular economy.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

PhD in Chemical Engineering

  • University of Maribor, Slovenia
    2000

Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

  • University of Maribor, Slovenia
    1993

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

  • University of Maribor, Slovenia
    1990

Professional Experience:

Prof. Dr. Mojca Škerget has been a full professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Maribor since 2012, where she teaches compulsory courses such as Thermodynamics, Mass Transfer, and Separation Processes, along with elective courses. She has been the Head of the Chair of Chemical Engineering from 2015 to 2024. Prof. Škerget has been recognized with numerous accolades for her contributions to science and engineering, including the Zois Certificate of Recognition and the Golden Award of the University of Maribor. She was acknowledged as a Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate Analytics. Her expertise has been sought in various prestigious bodies, including the Scientific Council for Engineering Sciences and Technologies at the Slovenian Research Agency and the Strategic Development Innovation Partnership for Circular Economy.

Research Interest:

Prof. Škerget’s research encompasses the design and optimization of conventional and high-pressure processes with sub- and supercritical fluids, focusing on separation processes, micronization, crystallization, active ingredient encapsulation, and controlled release. She is also deeply involved in hydrothermal processes for converting organic waste into valuable products using sub- and supercritical water, exploring processes such as carbonization, water reforming, hydrolysis, liquefaction, and gasification. Additionally, her work covers the study of thermodynamic properties, phase equilibria, and mass transport phenomena.

Top Noted Publication:

Chemical Recycling of Polyolefins Waste Materials Using Supercritical Water

  • Čolnik, M., Kotnik, P., Knez, Ž., Škerget, M.
  • Polymers, 2022, 14(20), 4415
  • Citations: 9

Degradation of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Waste with Supercritical Water

  • Čolnik, M., Kotnik, P., Knez, Ž., Škerget, M.
  • Processes, 2022, 10(10), 1940
  • Citations: 9

Sustainable Industrial Ecology and Environmental Analysis: A Case of Melamine Etherified Resin Fibres

  • Vujanović, A., Puhar, J., Čolnik, M., Škerget, M., Čuček, L.
  • Journal of Cleaner Production, 2022, 369, 133301
  • Citations: 4

Hop (Humulus lupulus L.) Essential Oils and Xanthohumol Derived from Extraction Process Using Solvents of Different Polarity

  • Bizaj, K., Škerget, M., Košir, I.J., Knez, Ž.
  • Horticulturae, 2022, 8(5), 368
  • Citations: 10

Fragmentation of Disposed Plastic Waste Materials in Different Aquatic Environments

  • Plohl, O., Sep, N., Zemljič, L.F., Čuček, L., Valh, J.V.
  • Chemical Engineering Transactions, 2022, 94, pp. 1249–1254
  • Citations: 4