Ali Haghtalab | Heterogeneous Catalyst | Excellence in Research

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Prof. Ali Haghtalab: Heterogeneous Catalyst

Prof. Ali Haghtalab(Ph.D.) 🎓 An esteemed Professor of Chemical Engineering at Tarbiat Modares University in Tehran, Iran, Dr. Ali Haghtalab is a seasoned academic and researcher. Holding a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from McGill University, Canada, he has excelled in various roles, including Visiting Professorships at the University of Toronto and Qatar University. With a focus on Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Gas Processing, Dr. Haghtalab has led groundbreaking research projects, mentored over 140 students, and actively contributed to professional societies. His dedication is evident in leadership roles, awards, and continuous service to the field of Chemical Engineering. 🌍🔬🏫

📚 Education:

Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, McGill University, Canada, 1990. M. Eng., Chemical Engineering, McGill University, Canada, 1985. BSc, Chemical Engineering, Shiraz University, Iran, 1982

Employment:

Professor, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran (Since 2007). Visiting Professor, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada (2001-2002). Visiting Professor, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar (2003-2006)

📅 Research Interests:

Thermodynamics & Kinetics. Molecular Thermodynamics of Fluid Phase Equilibria. Gas Processing & Natural Gas Treatment. Nanocomposite Polymer Rheology. Fluid Mechanics, Rheology & Gas Hydrate. Bioseparation Techniques (Aqueous Two-Phase Systems). Heterogeneous Catalysts-Gas to Liquid (GTL)

🌐Research Projects:

Scaling in oil transportation pipes and on metal surfaces. Solubility of acid gases in chemical and deep eutectic solvents. Dehydration process of Natural Gas with TEG. Gas to Liquid (GTL) using the Fischer-Tropsch process. Extraction and purification of proteins using Aqueous Two-Phase Systems. Partitioning of drugs using aqueous two-phase systems through deep eutectic solvents

💬 Courses Taught:

Advanced Thermodynamics. Fluid Mechanics. Gas Engineering. Petrochemical Processes. Advanced Rheology. Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I & II

🎓Service Activities:

Head of Reservoir Engineering Group (2014-2016). Head of Chemical Engineering Group (2011-2013). General Director of Continuing Educational Office (1990-1993). Vice-President of National Research Council of Iran (1996-2001)

💻 Computer Skills:

Excellent command of computer tools, including Genetic Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Photoshop, Graphics, Office, Windows, and Internet.

🌐 Honors and Awards:

Award for the author of the book “Fluid Phase Equilibria of Molecular Thermodynamics of Fluid Mixtures” (2012). Tarbiat Modares University Award for high-rank qualified researcher and publication.

Professional Societies:

Secretary of the First National Chemical Engineering Congress (1995). General Secretary of the International Second Non-Renewable Energy Congress (1997). Member of the Editorial Board of Iranian Chemical Engineering Journal (2001-2003). Member of the Iranian Chemical Engineering Society. Member of the Iranian Polymer Engineering Society. Founder and Member of Iranian Rheology Association (2015) 🌐🧬📚🔬

Professional Profiles:

The impact of her research is evident in citation metrics and indices from Google Scholar:

  • Cited by: All – 3116.
  • Citations – 2286.
  • h-index – 32.
  • Documents – 147.

A prolific researcher making meaningful contributions to the academic world!

👩‍🔬 Research Focus

Prof. Ali Haghtalab has dedicated their expertise to the dynamic exploration of phase equilibria and thermodynamics, with a particular emphasis on the interactions of nanoparticles and surfactants in various chemical systems. Their groundbreaking work spans the kinetic study of carbon dioxide hydrate formation, revealing the influence of silver nanoparticles and SDS. Additionally, they have significantly contributed to understanding electrolyte solutions’ excess Gibbs energy through a nonrandom factor model. Their diverse investigations extend to the absorption and solubility of CO2 in innovative nanofluids, exploring the impact of zinc oxide nanoparticles. Through experimental studies and thermodynamic modeling, they delve into crucial areas such as gas hydrate formation, inhibition of scaling, and ionic liquid solutions’ effects on methane hydrate equilibria. 🧪🌐🔬

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