Dr. Mudassir Hussain Tahir | Pyrolysis | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Nanjing Forestry University | China

Dr. Mudassir Hussain Tahir is a highly accomplished researcher whose prolific scientific contributions and multidisciplinary impact make him an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With 2,411 citations, 119 peer-reviewed publications, and an impressive Scopus h-index of 27, he has established a strong global research footprint in biomass thermochemical conversion, catalytic pyrolysis, heterogeneous catalyst development, sustainable hydrogen-rich syngas production, CO₂ adsorption, bio-based chemical synthesis, and machine-learning-assisted materials discovery. His work has advanced fundamental understanding of pyrolysis kinetics, reactor design, catalyst–feedstock interactions, and waste-to-energy pathways, leading to high-value bio-oils, green chemicals, and sustainable aviation fuel precursors. He has published influential articles in leading journals such as Energy & Fuels, Bioresource Technology, Fuel, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis, ACS Omega, and Applied Thermal Engineering, covering both experimental innovation and computational materials design. His research also integrates advanced data-driven methodologies for designing organic semiconductors, dyes, polymers, and photovoltaic materials, positioning him at the frontier of clean energy materials research. In addition to his extensive publication record, he has served as Guest Editor and Review Editor for reputable journals, reflecting strong leadership and recognition within the scientific community. His contributions span renewable energy, waste valorization, catalysis, environmental sustainability, and predictive materials chemistry, demonstrating both depth and breadth in research excellence. Dr. Tahir’s sustained scholarly productivity, high citation impact, and transformative contributions to biomass energy and materials innovation exemplify the qualities of a distinguished and forward-thinking scientist, making him thoroughly deserving of the Best Researcher Award.

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Featured Publications

Müsellim, E., Tahir, M. H., Ahmad, M. S., & Ceylan, S. (2018). Thermokinetic and TG/DSC-FTIR study of pea waste biomass pyrolysis. Applied Thermal Engineering, 137, 54–61. Cited by 350

Mahmood, A., Khan, S. U. D., Rana, U. A., Janjua, M. R. S. A., Tahir, M. H., Nazar, M. F., … (2015). Effect of thiophene rings on UV/visible spectra and non-linear optical (NLO) properties of triphenylamine based dyes: A quantum chemical perspective. Journal of Physical Organic Chemistry, 28(6), 418–422. Cited by 137

Tahir, M. H., Çakman, G., Goldfarb, J. L., Topcu, Y., Naqvi, S. R., & Ceylan, S. (2019). Demonstrating the suitability of canola residue biomass to biofuel conversion via pyrolysis through reaction kinetics, thermodynamics and evolved gas analyses. Bioresource Technology, 279, 67–73. Cited by 136

Tahir, M. H., Zhao, Z., Ren, J., Rasool, T., & Naqvi, S. R. (2019). Thermo-kinetics and gaseous product analysis of banana peel pyrolysis for its bioenergy potential. Biomass and Bioenergy, 122, 193–201. Cited by 131

Mahmood, A., Tahir, M. H., Irfan, A., Al-Sehemi, A. G., & Al-Assiri, M. S. (2015). Heterocyclic azo dyes for dye sensitized solar cells: A quantum chemical study. Computational and Theoretical Chemistry, 1066, 94–99.Cited by 108

Dr. Gajanan Dattarao Surywanshi | Life Cycle Assessment | Editorial Board Member

Researcher at Research Institute of Sweden | Sweden

Dr. Gajanan Dattarao Surywanshi is an accomplished researcher with strong expertise in advanced process simulations, chemical-looping combustion, carbon capture, negative-emission technologies, and thermochemical energy systems. His research integrates Aspen Plus modeling, techno-economic assessment, and life cycle analysis to develop energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable solutions for next-generation power, heat, and fuel production. With a proven publication record reflected in 245 citations, 12 Scopus-indexed documents, and an h-index of 9, he has consistently contributed impactful work to high-quality journals including Applied Energy, Energy Technology, Fuel Processing Technology, and the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering. His contributions encompass modeling of chemical-looping combustion plants, CO₂ utilization pathways, multigeneration systems, and biogenic residue gasification, addressing global priorities in clean energy and carbon-negative technologies. Beyond publications, his involvement in collaborative EU-funded and industrial research projects demonstrates his strong capacity for interdisciplinary teamwork and scientific leadership. His patented innovation-a multiphase continuous-flow microreactor for process intensification-highlights his ability to translate research insights into practical engineering advancements. With experience in supervising students, conducting complex simulations, and executing full-cycle research activities from conceptualization to evaluation, he brings a comprehensive understanding of both scientific depth and practical relevance. His balanced academic rigor, analytical strength, and proven research impact make him highly suitable for an Editorial Board Member role, where his ability to critically evaluate manuscripts, identify emerging research trends, and uphold high scholarly standards would significantly contribute to the advancement of scientific publishing.

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Featured Publications

Surywanshi, G. D., Pillai, B. B. K., Patnaikuni, V. S., Vooradi, R., & Anne, S. B. (2019). 4-E analyses of chemical looping combustion based subcritical, supercritical and ultra-supercritical coal-fired power plants. Energy Conversion and Management. Cited by: 60

Sikarwar, S. S., Surywanshi, G. D., Patnaikuni, V. S., & others. (2020). Chemical looping combustion integrated Organic Rankine Cycled biomass-fired power plant – Energy and exergy analyses. Renewable Energy. Cited by: 55

Pillai, B. B. K., Surywanshi, G. D., Patnaikuni, V. S., Anne, S. B., & Vooradi, R. (2019). Performance analysis of a double calcium looping-integrated biomass-fired power plant: Exploring a carbon reduction opportunity. International Journal of Energy Research. Cited by: 33

Surywanshi, G. D., Patnaikuni, V. S., Vooradi, R., & Anne, S. B. (2021). 4-E and life cycle analyses of a supercritical coal direct chemical looping combustion power plant with hydrogen and power co-generation. Energy. Cited by: 31

Surywanshi, G. D., Patnaikuni, V. S., Vooradi, R., & Kakunuri, M. (2021). CO₂ capture and utilization from supercritical coal direct chemical looping combustion power plant – comprehensive analysis of different case studies. Applied Energy. Cited by: 24