University Professor at Department of Chemical Technology, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Dr. Teerawat Sema is an esteemed Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Technology at Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, and an Adjunct Professor in Process Systems Engineering at the University of Regina, Canada. With a solid academic and professional background in chemical engineering, Dr. Sema has significantly contributed to the fields of gas separation, carbon capture, and AI-driven systems for the petroleum industry. His work is recognized both in academia and industry, reflected in numerous awards and collaborations with leading global energy companies.
Professional profile
Education📚
🎓 Professor Hui Tong Chua’s educational journey is marked by excellence and depth. He earned his Ph.D. (1999), M.Eng (1995), and B.Eng (First Class Honors, 1993) from the Mechanical Engineering Department at the National University of Singapore. 📚 His solid foundation in engineering is complemented by prestigious professional qualifications, including HonFIEAust, CPEng, and FIChemE, showcasing his commitment to advancing his expertise in chemical and mechanical engineering. 🌟 His educational achievements underscore his dedication to both academic rigor and professional excellence in the field.
Professional Experience🏛️
👨🔬 Professor Hui Tong Chua boasts an illustrious career in Chemical Engineering. He currently serves as the Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering at The University of Western Australia. 🌏 His extensive roles include Vice President of the Asian Pacific Confederation of Chemical Engineering, Chair of ARC CoE for Carbon Science & Innovation, and Chief Scientific Officer at Ablano.
🎓 Education:
Dr. Sema earned his Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Regina, Canada, where he conducted pioneering research on carbon dioxide absorption kinetics. He also holds an M.S. in Petrochemical Technology from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, and a B.Eng. in Petrochemicals and Polymeric Materials from Silpakorn University, Thailand.
💼 Work Experience:
With over a decade of experience, Dr. Sema has held various academic and industry roles. He has served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Regina and Hunan University, China, and worked as a Senior Consulting Engineer on confidential projects with leading energy companies. His academic career includes positions as a Lecturer at Mahidol University and Chulalongkorn University, where he has been instrumental in developing innovative educational programs.
🔬 Research Focus:
Dr. Sema’s research interests are centered on gas separation and purification, carbon capture, and the application of AI in the chemical and petroleum industries. His work integrates advanced heat and mass transfer processes with chemical reactions, aiming to develop sustainable and efficient technologies.
🏆 Awards and Honors:
Dr. Sema has received numerous accolades, including the 2024 Mid-Career Outstanding Research Fellow and the 2020 Young Outstanding Research Fellow at Chulalongkorn University. He was also awarded the Young International Scientist Award by the Chinese government in 2014.
🛠 Skills:
Dr. Sema possesses a diverse skill set, including expertise in chemical process simulation, knowledge-based systems, and the development of thermoplastic starch. He is also proficient in project management, particularly in construction and industrial collaborations.
📚 Teaching Experience:
Dr. Sema has a rich teaching background, having designed and delivered courses in chemical engineering and technology. His commitment to education is further demonstrated by his involvement in curriculum development and accreditation processes at Mahidol University and Chulalongkorn University.
🌐 Professional Memberships and Services:
An active contributor to the academic community, Dr. Sema serves on the editorial boards of several journals, including Discovery Chemical Engineering and the Petroleum & Petrochemical Engineering Journal. He is also a regular reviewer for international journals and a research grant reviewer for organizations such as the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada.
Conclusion
The individual’s extensive research in gas separation, carbon capture, and knowledge-based systems, coupled with a solid academic background and significant professional achievements, makes them an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Their contributions to both academia and industry, along with their recognition through various awards and professional services, underscore their suitability for this prestigious recognition.
Publications top noted📜
- Performance assessment of novel catalytic spouted-bed vapor jet flow heat exchanger in amine-based carbon capture process
🗓️ Year: 2025
📚 Journal: Separation and Purification Technology
👥 Authors: Yang, C., Li, T., Sema, T., Chan, C., Tontiwachwuthikul, P.
- Oxidative stability of structurally varied amines for post-combustion CO2 capture
🗓️ Year: 2024
📚 Journal: Chemical Engineering Science
👥 Authors: Liu, Q., Luo, T., Yin, Y., Sema, T., Liang, Z.
- Exploring competitive CO2 and H2S absorption into polyethylene glycol PEG200 by molecular dynamics simulation
🗓️ Year: 2024
📚 Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
👥 Authors: Haghani, H., Imran-Shukat, M., Apaiyakul, R., Mosaddeghi, H., Hoffmann, M.M.
- Cerium-MOF-Derived Composite Hierarchical Catalyst Enables Energy-Efficient and Green Amine Regeneration for CO2 Capture
🗓️ Year: 2024
📚 Journal: Environmental Science and Technology
👥 Authors: Sun, Q., Gao, H., Xiao, M., Sema, T., Liang, Z.
- Effect of hydrocyclone design in microplastics-water separation by using computational fluid dynamics simulations
🗓️ Year: 2024
📚 Journal: Results in Engineering
👥 Authors: Thiemsakul, D., Piemjaiswang, R., Sema, T., Piumsomboon, P., Chalermsinsuwan, B.
- Volumetric and viscometric properties of aqueous 1,2-dimethylethylenediamine solution for carbon capture application
🗓️ Year: 2024
📚 Journal: Petroleum
👥 Authors: Haghani, H., Sema, T., Ranong, P.N., Liang, Z., Tontiwachwuthikul, P.
- CO2 Capture Performance on Wall Paint Modified by K2CO3 and Ca(OH)2 for Added-Value CO2 Capture Paint Development
🗓️ Year: 2024
📚 Journal: Engineering Journal
👥 Authors: Khantiudom, W., Sema, T., Chalermsinsuwan, B., Piumsomboon, P.
- 3D models guide the design of hollow fiber membrane contactors with complex internal structures for CO2 capture
🗓️ Year: 2024
📚 Journal: AIChE Journal
👥 Authors: Yin, Y., Liu, Q., Gao, H., Sema, T., Liang, Z.
- Heat and mass transfer of a novel CO2 desorption process integrated with highly turbulent catalytic heat exchanger
🗓️ Year: 2024
📚 Journal: Fuel
👥 Authors: Yang, C., Li, T., Sema, T., Chan, C., Tontiwachwuthikul, P.
- Analysis and insights of the second-generation ternary AMP-PZ-MEA solvents for post-combustion carbon capture: Absorption-regeneration performance
🗓️ Year: 2024
📚 Journal: International Journal of Greenhouse Gas Control
👥 Authors: Apaiyakul, R., Nimmanterdwong, P., Kanchanakungval, T., Tontiwachwuthikul, P., Sema, T.
