Mr. Ahmed Nazmus Sakib | Energy Economics and Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Ahmed Nazmus Sakib | Energy Economics and Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. University of Oklahoma, United States

Ahmed Nazmus Sakib is a PhD candidate in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Data Science at the University of Oklahoma, focusing on hydrogen energy storage and emissions control. With a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Mississippi, he has professional expertise in process safety, reliability, and maintenance in petroleum operations at Chevron and Bashundhara Oil and Gas Company Ltd. Ahmed’s research and publications span greenhouse gas emissions, CO2 capture, and wastewater treatment. Certified in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, his technical skills include process simulation, machine learning, and analytical instrumentation. He has received numerous awards and scholarships for his academic and research excellence.

 

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Education 🎓

PhD in Mechanical Engineering
The University of Oklahoma, USA
CGPA: 4.00/4.00 (2022 – 2024)
Dissertation: Enhancing hydrogen energy storage systems and mitigating fugitive emissions in the oil and gas Industry: predictive modeling of sealing materials through ex-situ experimental analysis.MS in Chemical Engineering
The University of Mississippi, USA
CGPA: 3.66/4.00 (2017 – 2018)
Dissertation: Optimization (SRM) and simulation of Corn to Ethanol Plant using Stat-Ease and PRO-II based on USA perspective.BS in Chemical Engineering
Shahjalal University of Science & Technology, Bangladesh
CGPA: 3.12/4.00 (2007 – 2011)
Dissertation: Development of organic acid fuel cell to generate green electricity.Graduate Certificate in Data Science
The University of Oklahoma, USA
CGPA: 4.00/4.00 (2022 – 2023)

Professional Experience 💼

Associate Manager | Avery Dennison, BangladeshAug 2021 – Jan 2022Value stream mapping and overall machine planning and execution to confirm orders in place.Integrate short- and long-term strategies, generating innovative solutions for existing and new products.Develop robust new pressure-sensitive materials by taking an in-depth structure property.Manager (Engineering Service) | Bashundhara Oil and Gas Company Ltd., BangladeshAug 2019 – Aug 2021Assisted Front End Engineering Design (FEED) and erection commissioning of a 45,000 BPSD Bitumen production plant.Facilitated HAZOP and process troubleshooting support for achieving design performance level of process and utilities.Custodian of technical documentation on plant design, SOP, ISO 9001, MOC reissues, and project engineering and coordination.Simulated energy consumption during complex operations and planned & executed modification & overhauling programs.Estimated CAPEX and OPEX expenditure to coordinate budget distribution, project extension, and process optimization.Identified GHG emission rate and energy-consuming equipment to support ISO 50001 for ‘Energy Management System’.Assisted in designing and commissioning a 300 ton/day wastewater treatment plant to ensure zero discharge refinery.

Research & Teaching Experience 📚

Graduate Research Assistant | The University of OklahomaJan 2022 – PresentFugitive Emissions Control: Designed and constructed a pilot plant to assess the lifecycle of polymeric sealing materials. Developed a machine learning algorithm to predict lifecycle assessment of sealing materials.Hydrogen Energy Storage: Constructed aging systems for hydrogen-compatible composite materials. Performed mechanical and chemical characterization of polymeric sealing material aged in hydrogen facility.Graduate Research Assistant | The University of MississippiJan 2017 – Dec 2018Optimization of Corn to Ethanol Plant: Process simulation and optimization using Stat-Ease and PRO-II.Carbon Chemical Looping: Investigated ultrasonic treatment for carbon capture and dye removal.

Teaching Assistant

ChE 405 – Fundamentals of Mass TransferChE 404 – Advanced Transport Phenomenon

Areas of Expertise 🌐

Hydrogen Storage and TransportationHydrogen Energy Safety & CommercializationFugitive Emission in Oil & GasCarbon Capture, Biomass Process and SustainabilityEnergy Optimization and ForecastMachine Learning Model & Data Analysis

Analytical Expertise 🔬

FluorometryUV-Vis SpectrophotometryConfocal MicroscopyX-ray Diffraction (XRD)Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)Electron Microscopy (SEM, TEM)Atomic Emission Spectroscopy (AES)Raman SpectroscopyGas Chromatography (GC)

Awards & Scholarships 🏆

First Position Merit Award for poster presentation at Graduate Research Scholarly Activity Day, University of Oklahoma, 2024.Chevron Engineering Graduate Scholarship from Gallogly College of Engineering, University of Oklahoma, 2023.Marathon Oil Engineering Graduate Scholarship from Gallogly College of Engineering, University of Oklahoma, 2024.Gallogly College of Engineering Scholarship for outstanding academic achievement, University of Oklahoma, 2024.First Position Research Award at ICETCESD-2011 for presenting research on ‘Plastic Waste Management and Feasibility of Fuel Production.’Third Position Research Award at ICETCESD-2012 for presenting research on ‘Generation of Green Electricity through Electrolysis.’Research and Innovation Winner at OU Graduate College Talent Competition, 2024.

✍️Publications Top Note :

redictive Modeling for Mitigating Fugitive Emissions in Industrial Valve Seal Stacks: A Comparative Analysis of Configuration Efficacies

Journal: Neural Computing and Applications

Details: This study offers a comparative analysis of different configurations of valve seal stacks to mitigate fugitive emissions in industrial settings, utilizing advanced predictive modeling techniques.

Bioethanol Production from Sugarcane Molasses with Supplemented Nutrients by Industrial Yeast

Journal: Biofuels, 15(2), 129-135

Details: Investigates the bioethanol production process using sugarcane molasses, enhanced with supplemented nutrients, and employing industrial yeast strains for improved efficiency.

Investigating the Influence of Operating Variables on Sealing Performance of a V-ring Seal Stack in the Oil and Gas Industry for Enhanced Environmental and Operational Performance

Journal: Polymer Testing, 131, 108346

Details: Focuses on the impact of various operating variables on the performance of V-ring seal stacks, aiming to improve both environmental and operational outcomes in the oil and gas sector.

Fueling the Future: A Comprehensive Analysis and Forecast of Fuel Consumption Trends in US Electricity Generation

Journal: Sustainability, 16(6), 2388

Details: Provides a detailed analysis and forecasting of fuel consumption trends in the US electricity generation sector, emphasizing future scenarios and sustainability.

Innovative Materials and Techniques for Enhancing Hydrogen Storage: A Comprehensive Review of Damage Detection and Preventive Strategies

Journal: ASME Open Journal of Engineering, 3

Details: Reviews the latest materials and techniques aimed at improving hydrogen storage, with a focus on damage detection and preventive strategies.

Hydrogen Rising: Navigating Sentiments and Shaping Energy Futures in the Wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Journal: Frontiers in Energy Research, 12, 1370096

Details: Discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the hydrogen energy sector, exploring public sentiments and potential future developments.

Harnessing Hydrogen: A Comprehensive Literature Review on Strategic Launching Initiatives in the Global Energy Market

Journal: International Journal of Energy Research, 2024(1), 3265065

Details: Offers a thorough review of strategic initiatives for launching hydrogen energy solutions globally, assessing the current state and future prospects.

Optimization of Carbon Capture in Hydrogen Production via Steam Reforming: A Simulation-Based Case Study

Journal: Al-Bahir Journal for Engineering and Pure Sciences, 4(1), 5

Details: Presents a simulation-based study aimed at optimizing carbon capture in hydrogen production through the steam reforming process.

Deep Transfer Learning Approaches for Monkeypox Disease Diagnosis

Journal: Expert Systems with Applications, 216, 119483

Details: This paper explores the use of deep transfer learning techniques to enhance the diagnosis of monkeypox disease, achieving significant improvements in accuracy and efficiency.

An Overview of Challenges for the Future of Hydrogen

Journal: Materials, 16(20), 6680

Details: Discusses the key challenges facing the hydrogen energy sector, including technological, economic, and policy-related issues.

Hydrogen-Assisted Aging Applied to Storage and Sealing Materials: A Comprehensive Review

Journal: Materials, 16(20), 6689

Details: Reviews the effects of hydrogen-assisted aging on various storage and sealing materials, providing insights into improving material longevity and performance.

Forecasting the Fuel Consumption and Price for a Future Pandemic Outbreak: A Case Study in the USA under COVID-19

Journal: Sustainability, 15(17), 12692

Details: Analyzes the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on fuel consumption and prices in the USA, offering forecasts for future pandemic scenarios.

Process Integration Approach to the Methanol (MeOH) Production Variability from Syngas and Industrial Waste Gases

Journal: Energies, 16(18), 6557

Details: Investigates the variability in methanol production from syngas and industrial waste gases, proposing a process integration approach to enhance efficiency.

Optimization of Carbon Capture in Hydrogen Production via Steam Reforming: A Simulation-Based Case Study

Journal: Al-Bahir Journal for Engineering and Pure Sciences, 4(1), 5

Prof. Vilas Pol | Safer Batteries | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Vilas Pol | Safer Batteries | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Vilas Pol , Purdue University, United States

Prof. Vilas Pol is academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Bio systems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

 

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Education 🎓

Ph.D. (Chemistry), 2005: Center for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, University of Bar-Ilan, Israel 🇮🇱Advisor: Emer. Prof. Aharon Gedanken
M. Phil. (Chemistry), 1999: University of Pune, India 🇮🇳Advisor: Emer. Prof. V.G. Dedgaonkar
M. Sc. (Inorganic Chemistry), 1996: University of Pune, India 🇮🇳
B. Sc. (Chemistry), 1994: University of Pune, India 🇮🇳

Awards & Honors 🏆

Foreign Fellow – Chemical Sciences, Maharashtra Academy of Science (MASc), India (2023) 2023 Purdue College of Engineering – Most Impactful Faculty Inventors 🧠  Purdue University Outstanding Engineering Teachers, Fall 2022 👨‍🏫  GUINNESS WORLD RECORDSTM – The Lowest Temperature (-100 Degrees Celsius) to Charge a Lithium-ion Battery (2022 2022 Most Impactful Faculty Inventors, Purdue University, USA 2022 Carbon Journal Prize – Special Mention 🏅 ACerS Ceramographic Competition 3rd Prize (2021) Purdue University Outstanding Engineering Teachers, Spring 2021  AIChE Excellence in Process (Microwave) Development Research Award (2021  TMS Light Metals, Extraction and Processing division’s Energy Best Paper Award (2021) 📝 Elected Chair – Purdue Sustainability Committee (2020) 🌱 Fellow – International Association of Advanced Materials, Ulrika, Sweden (2020)
Professional Achievement Award for Innovations in Green Process Engineering, AIChE (2019) 🌍urdue University Outstanding Engineering Teacher, Spring 2019
Salutes to Excellence, American Chemical Society (2019) Richard M. Fulrath Award – The American Ceramic Society (2019)

Granted US Patents 📜

Process for Remediation of Plastic Waste – US 8,153,094Autogenic Pressure Reactions for Battery Materials Manufacture – US 8,568,914Materials as Additives for Advanced Lubrication – US 08,648,019Process for Remediation of Plastic Waste – US 8,580,222Autogenic Reaction Synthesis of Photocatalysts for Solar Fuel Generation – US 9314770 B2Materials as Additives for Advanced Lubrication – US 9,441,178 B2Ultrasound Assisted In-situ Formation of Carbon/Sulfur Cathodes – US 9748572Solid Lubricant and Method of Making the Same – US 10787624Lubricants Comprising Carbon Particles and Methods of Making the Same – US 10913914Methods of Making Electrodes, Electrodes Made Therefrom, and Electrochemical Energy Storage Cells Utilizing the Electrodes – US 10910649Methods of Making Electrodes, Electrodes Made Therefrom, and Electrochemical Energy Storage Cells Utilizing the Electrodes – US 10333145Methods of Making Electrodes, Electrodes Made Therefrom, and Electrochemical Energy Storage Cells Utilizing the Electrodes – US 11050058Arrangement for Lithium-ion Battery Thermal Events Prediction, Prevention, and Control – US 11431040

Professional Experience 🧑‍🏫

August 2020 – Present: Professor, Davidson School of Chemical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA 2018 – 2023: Purdue Faculty Scholar 🏆 Jan. 2014 – July 2020: Associate Professor, Davidson School of Chemical Engineering, Purdue University July 2017 – Present: Adjunct Professor, Metallurgy Engineering and Material Science Department, Indian Institute of Technology, Indore, India 🇮🇳 Oct. 2013 – Dec. 2013: Visiting Faculty, International Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics, National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS), Tsukuba, Japan 🇯🇵 July 2010 – Sept. 2013: Materials Scientist, Lithium Battery Materials Group, Electrochemical Energy Storage Department, Argonne National Laboratory (ANL), IL, USA 🔋 July 2008 – June 2010: Argonne Scholar (Advisor: Dr. M. M. Thackeray), ANL, USA 🎓 Jan. 2007 – June 2008: Postdoctoral Appointee (Advisor: Dr. P. Thiyagarajan), Intense Pulsed Neutron Source, ANL, USA 🔬 Jan. 2005 – Dec. 2006: Postdoctoral Fellow in Dye Sensitized Solar Cells (Advisor: Prof. Arie Zaban), Bar-Ilan Institute of Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Israel ☀️

📖 Publications Top Note :

Sonochemical deposition of silver nanoparticles on silica spheres
Authors: VG Pol, DN Srivastava, O Palchik, V Palchik, MA Slifkin, AM Weiss, …
Published in: Langmuir, 2002
Citations: 574

Deposition of gold nanoparticles on silica spheres: a sonochemical approach
Authors: VG Pol, A Gedanken, J Calderon-Moreno
Published in: Chemistry of materials, 2003
Citations: 383

Improving the high-temperature performance of LiMn2O4 spinel electrodes by coating the active mass with MgO via a sonochemical method
Authors: JS Gnanaraj, VG Pol, A Gedanken, D Aurbach
Published in: Electrochemistry Communications, 2003
Citations: 310

Ultrasound assisted design of sulfur/carbon cathodes with partially fluorinated ether electrolytes for highly efficient Li/S batteries
Authors: W Weng, VG Pol, K Amine
Published in: Advanced materials, 2013
Citations: 262

Carbon spherules: synthesis, properties and mechanistic elucidation
Authors: VG Pol, M Motiei, A Gedanken, J Calderon-Moreno, M Yoshimura
Published in: Carbon, 2004
Citations: 209

Spherical carbon particles and carbon nanotubes prepared by autogenic reactions: evaluation as anodes in lithium electrochemical cells
Authors: VG Pol, MM Thackeray
Published in: Energy & Environmental Science, 2011
Citations: 204

Coating noble metal nanocrystals (Ag, Au, Pd, and Pt) on polystyrene spheres via ultrasound irradiation
Authors: VG Pol, H Grisaru, A Gedanken
Published in: Langmuir, 2005
Citations: 203

Binder-free N-and O-rich carbon nanofiber anodes for long cycle life K-ion batteries
Authors: RA Adams, JM Syu, Y Zhao, CT Lo, A Varma, VG Pol
Published in: ACS applied materials & interfaces, 2017
Citations: 190

Electrochemical performance of MXenes as K-ion battery anodes
Authors: M Naguib, RA Adams, Y Zhao, D Zemlyanov, A Varma, J Nanda, VG Pol
Published in: Chemical communications, 2017
Citations: 175

Ordered Network of Interconnected SnO2 Nanoparticles for Excellent Lithium‐Ion Storage
Authors: V Etacheri, GA Seisenbaeva, J Caruthers, G Daniel, JM Nedelec, …
Published in: Advanced Energy Materials, 2015
Citations: 172