Associate Professor at Islamic Azad University, Iran
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amir Mansourizadeh is an established researcher in membrane science and technology, with over two decades of experience in academia and industry. His work focuses on addressing critical environmental challenges, particularly CO2 capture, oil-water separation, and wastewater treatment, using innovative membrane technologies. Currently, he serves as the Associate Professor in the Chemical Engineering Department at Islamic Azad University, Iran, and is the President of the Apadana Institute of Higher Education, Shiraz. Dr. Mansourizadeh has garnered recognition for his groundbreaking research and has contributed significantly to advancing the applications of membrane contactors for industrial and environmental processes.
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Education
Dr. Mansourizadeh’s educational journey began with a B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from Islamic Azad University, Gachsaran, Iran, in 1997. He further pursued an M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the Islamic Azad University, South Tehran Branch, in 2000, where his research focused on simulating catalytic reactors for NOx removal. In 2010, he completed his Ph.D. in Gas Engineering at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, where his thesis centered on developing hollow fiber membranes for CO2 absorption using gas-liquid membrane contactors. This foundation laid the groundwork for his future contributions to membrane science, particularly in environmental applications.
Experience
Dr. Mansourizadeh has a rich blend of academic and industrial experience. He started his academic career in 2000 as a lecturer at Islamic Azad University, Gachsaran. From 2010 to 2011, he served as a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Petroleum and Renewable Energy Engineering at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. He later became a Senior Researcher in the CO2 Management Department at PETRONAS Research Sdn Bhd, Malaysia, from 2012 to 2014. Returning to Iran, he held various roles, including Assistant Professor at Islamic Azad University from 2014 to 2021, before being promoted to Associate Professor in 2022. His industrial experience includes supervising operations at Shiraz Petrochemical Complex in Iran, giving him practical insight into the application of membrane technologies.
Research Interests
Dr. Mansourizadeh’s research interests revolve around membrane gas separation, CO2 capture, oil-water separation, and membrane distillation. He has made notable advances in developing porous hollow fiber membranes for environmental remediation. His work in gas-liquid membrane contactors for acid gas capture has gained international recognition, as has his research into wastewater treatment and natural gas purification using membrane technologies. His dedication to exploring innovative applications of membranes positions him at the forefront of his field.
Awards
Dr. Mansourizadeh has received multiple prestigious awards throughout his career. He was the recipient of the Pro-Chancellor Award and Academic Excellence Award at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in 2010, and the Iran Embassy’s Best Student Award in Malaysia the same year. His innovative research also earned him gold medals at the Industrial Art & Technology Exhibition (INATEX 2010) and the Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE 2011). His outstanding contributions have been acknowledged through numerous paper and journal awards, further emphasizing his impact on the field of chemical and environmental engineering.
Publications
Dr. Mansourizadeh has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed papers in renowned journals, making significant contributions to membrane science and technology. Some of his notable publications include:
“Liquid-liquid extraction of phenolic wastewater” (2023, Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers) Read here.
“Integration of Porous Nanomaterial-Infused Membrane” (2023, Membranes) Read here.
“A review on recent progress in environmental applications” (2022, Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering) Read here.
“Surface modification of porous polyvinylidene fluoride hollow fiber membrane” (2022, Journal of Applied Polymer Science) Read here.
“Modification of porous polyetherimide hollow fiber membrane” (2021, Water Science and Technology) Read here.
“Improvement of porous PVDF-HFP hollow fiber membranes” (2020, Chinese Journal of Chemical Engineering) Read here.
“Microporous polyvinylidene fluoride hollow fiber membrane contactors for CO2 stripping” (2014, Chemical Engineering Research and Design) Read here.
Conclusion
Assoc Prof. Dr. Amir Mansourizadeh’s extensive research, numerous publications, and accolades make him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Scholar Award in the field of membrane science and technology. His work has made significant strides in environmental sustainability, especially in CO2 capture and wastewater treatment. By continuing to expand the scope of his research and engaging in global collaborations, Dr. Mansourizadeh can further elevate his standing as a leading scholar and reinforce his contributions to addressing critical environmental challenges.