Prof Dr. Reza Zarghami, Computational Fluid Dynamics in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering Innovation Award

Prof Dr. Reza Zarghami, Computational Fluid Dynamics in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering Innovation Award

Prof Dr. Reza Zarghami, University of Tehran, Iran

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🎓Educational Background

Prof. Zarghami earned his B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from Shiraz University (1991-1995), followed by an M.Sc. (1995-1998) and Ph.D. (2003-2009) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Tehran. He further expanded his expertise with a Postdoctoral Fellowship at Ecole Polytechnique de Montréal, Canada (2009).

📅Professional Experience 

His career path includes roles as Assistant Professor (2009-2014), Associate Professor (2014-2019), and currently as a Professor (2019-present). He also served as an Adjunct Professor (2012-2014), underscoring his dedication to both teaching and research.

🔬Research Labs Development 

Prof. Zarghami has played a pivotal role in establishing the Pharmaceutical Engineering Lab and the Advanced Process Control Lab at the University of Tehran, providing essential infrastructure for cutting-edge research and advanced student training in chemical engineering.

🏆Achievements and Awards 

Throughout his career, Prof. Zarghami has made remarkable contributions by developing new courses and research centers, authoring influential publications such as a book on CFD-DEM and Fluid Dynamics, and receiving multiple university awards and national recognition for his achievements in academia.

🔬Domain and Research Lines 

Prof. Dr. Reza Zarghami specializes in Chemical/Process Engineering, with his research focusing on three key areas: Modeling and Simulation, Data Science and Analysis, and Pharmaceutical Engineering. His work in these domains bridges theoretical innovation and practical application, contributing to advancements in chemical engineering.

🤝Professional Memberships 

He is actively involved in several esteemed organizations, such as the Iranian Association of Chemical Engineering, Iranian Association of Engineering Education, and the Chief-Editors Committee at the College of Engineering, University of Tehran. Prof. Zarghami also contributes to the Research and Development Committee at the School of Chemical Engineering and serves on the Developing Committee for Iranian Petroleum Standard (IPS) under the Ministry of Petroleum. His global contributions include membership in World-Academies (WAC) for Education and Research and the Center of Excellence for Pharmaceutical Engineering.

🌟Leadership/Executive Experience 

Prof. Zarghami has held several leadership positions, including Head of the Pharmaceutical Engineering Program (2009-2013) and Head of Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Energy and Environment Group (2013-2015). He is currently the Dean of the School of Chemical Engineering (2021-2024), where he leads initiatives aimed at promoting innovation and academic excellence.

📚Teaching Activities

In his role as an educator, Prof. Zarghami is committed to creating an engaging learning environment through active learning and student engagement. He has developed and taught key courses such as Mixing Process, Advanced Fluid Mechanics, and CFD in Chemical Engineering, focusing on practical and research-oriented education.

📊Research Activities

His research encompasses Data Science, Modeling and Simulation, and Pharmaceutical Engineering. His notable projects include work on Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos, Multiphase Flow and Conditional Monitoring, and Process Fault Detection and Control, all of which have significant implications for the future of chemical engineering and process optimization.

💻Computer Skills 

Prof. Zarghami possesses advanced proficiency in several computational tools, including Matlab, Python, Fortran, C++, Ansys Fluent, Hysis, Aspen, and OpenFoam. These skills enable him to conduct complex simulations and analyses essential for cutting-edge research in chemical and process engineering.

Publications Top Noted📑

Jet injection and spout formation in a fluidized bed

Authors: Khakpour, H., Mostoufi, N., Sotudeh-Gharebagh, R., Zarghami, R.

Journal: International Journal of Multiphase Flow

Year: 2024

Development of robust polysesquioxane/polymer dual-network hybrid membranes for flue gas carbon capture

Authors: Chen, Y., Li, Q., Liu, H., Tsuru, T., Wang, B.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Science

Year: 2024

Optimized data driven fault detection and diagnosis in chemical processes

Authors: Ardali, N.R., Zarghami, R., Gharebagh, R.S.

Journal: Computers and Chemical Engineering

Year: 2024

CFD-DEM mixing of rod-like and spherical particles in fluidized beds

Authors: Kazemi, S., Zarghami, R., Mostoufi, N., Sotudeh-Gharebagh, R., Chaouki, J.

Journal: Powder Technology

Year: 2024

Biocompatible nano-bandage modified with silver nanoparticles based on herbal for burn treatment

Authors: Karami, R., Moradipour, P., Arkan, E., Rashidi, K., Darvishi, E.

Journal: Polymer Bulletin

Year: 2024

On Bubble-Jet Interactions in Fluidized Beds

Authors: Rabbani, A., Sotudeh Gharebagh, R., Zarghami, R., Mostoufi, N.

Journal: Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research

Year: 2024

Assoc Prof Dr. Dhananjay Yadav, Computational Fluid Dynamics in Chemical Engineering ,Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Dhananjay Yadav, Computational Fluid Dynamics in Chemical Engineering ,Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Dhananjay Yadav, University of Nizwa, Oman

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🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Mathematics, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India, July 2013
  • M.Sc. in Mathematics, DDU University, Gorakhpur, India, June 2007
  • B.Sc. in Mathematics and Physics, DDU University, Gorakhpur, India, June 2005

👨‍🏫 Employment

  • Associate Professor: Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, College of Arts & Science, University of Nizwa, Oman (Jan 2024 – Present)
  • Assistant Professor: Department of Mathematics, College of Arts & Science, University of Nizwa, Oman (Oct 2017 – Jan 2024)
  • Senior Postdoctoral Fellow: Athabasca University, Canada (Aug 2016 – Sept 2017)
  • Senior Postdoctoral Fellow: Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea (May 2014 – Jan 2016)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow: Jeju National University, Jeju, South Korea (Sept 2013 – April 2014)
  • Assistant Professor: Mangalayatan University, Aligarh, India (Mar 2013 – Sept 2013)
  • Teaching Assistant: IIT Roorkee, India (Jan 2010 – Feb 2013)

🔍 Research Interests

  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Hydrodynamic and Hydromagnetic Stability
  • Nanofluids
  • Fluid flow in Porous Media
  • CO2 capture, storage, and oil recovery
  • Computational sustainability and environmental analytics
  • Numerical Simulations

📚 Teaching Interests

  • Numerical Analysis
  • Linear Algebra
  • Complex Analysis
  • Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Calculus
  • Applied and Pure Mathematics

Publication Top Noted📚

  • Article: Swirling Capillary Instability of Rivlin–Ericksen Liquid with Heat Transfer and Axial Electric Field
    • Authors: Yadav, D.; Awasthi, M.K.; Kumar, A.; Dutt, N.
    • Journal: Physics (Switzerland)
    • Volume: 6
    • Issue: 2
    • Pages: 828–844
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Impact of swirling on capillary instability of Walter’s B viscoelastic fluid-viscous fluid interface with heat and mass transfer
    • Authors: Srija, R.; Singh, A.K.; Awasthi, M.K.; Yadav, D.
    • Journal: Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science
    • Volume: 238
    • Issue: 11
    • Pages: 5359–5368
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Instability analysis of swirling cylindrical Rivlin-Ericksen viscoelastic fluid-viscous fluid interface with heat and mass transfer
    • Authors: Srija, R.; Singh, A.K.; Awasthi, M.K.; Yadav, D.; Nair, S.B.
    • Journal: International Journal of Modern Physics B
    • Volume: 2450416-1
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Linear and nonlinear investigations of the impact of chemical reaction on the thermohaline convection in a permeable layer saturated with Casson fluid
    • Authors: Yadav, D.; Nair, S.B.; Awasthi, M.K.; Ragoju, R.; Bhattacharyya, K.
    • Journal: Physics of Fluids
    • Volume: 36
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 014106
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Potential impacts of Cattaneo–Christov model of heat flux on the flow of Carreau–Yasuda fluid with mixed convection over a vertical stationary flat plate
    • Authors: Pandey, A.K.; Rajput, S.; Bhattacharyya, K.; Chamkha, A.J.; Yadav, D.
    • Journal: Forces in Mechanics
    • Volume: 11
    • Pages: 100179
    • Year: 2023