Biomass transformation
• Thermochemical processes: gasification, pyrolysis, torrefaction, pretreatment processes, etc.
• Biochemical processes: anaerobic digestion, fermentation, etc.
Biomaterials
Biochar production, activated carbon, carbon nanostructures, microencapsulated phase change materials, pellets, and nanomaterials.
Modeling & optimization of physical-chemical processes
• Multiscale process modeling: pore, particle, reactor
• Molecular modeling
• Process plant modeling
• Optimization through superstructure analysis
Sustainability
Life cycle analysis, energy transition, integration of processes to minimize waste, CO2 capture, and supply chain