Vahid Madadi Avargani is a researcher at the Department of Process Engineering at Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada. He was born on September 19, 1985, in Boroujen, Iran, and holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Isfahan, Iran. With a strong background in transport phenomena, mathematical modeling, and solar thermal applications, Avargani has made significant contributions to the field of energy conversion and storage systems. He has a passion for research and has held various academic positions throughout his career.
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- Citations: 857 citations by 644 documents
- Documents: 33
- h-index: 21
Education:
Avargani completed his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degrees in Chemical Engineering from Persian Gulf University, University of Isfahan, and University of Isfahan, respectively. His academic journey was marked by outstanding achievements, ranking among the top students in his class in each level of education. His doctoral thesis focused on the design and construction of a parabolic solar dish collector for use in regenerating solid desiccant materials in air conditioning systems.
Research Focus:
Avargani’s research interests encompass a wide range of topics, including transport phenomena, mathematical modeling, energy and exergy analyses, CFD simulation, solar thermal modeling, energy conversion and storage systems, solar cooling and heating systems, and photocatalytic processes. His work aims to address pressing challenges in sustainable energy production and utilization, with a particular emphasis on utilizing solar energy for various applications.
Professional Journey:
Avargani’s professional journey has been characterized by a diverse range of academic positions and research roles. He has served as a lecturer, assistant professor, and researcher at several universities in Iran, including Yasouj University and University of Isfahan. Additionally, he has held managerial positions such as Head of Central Laboratory at Yasouj University. His experience includes teaching a variety of courses related to chemical engineering and supervising numerous graduate students.
Honors & Awards:
Throughout his academic career, Avargani has received recognition for his academic excellence. He has been awarded the Outstanding Graduate Award at each level of his education, highlighting his exceptional performance and dedication to his studies. These honors reflect his commitment to academic excellence and his contributions to the field of chemical engineering.
Research Timeline:
Avargani’s research timeline spans from his early academic pursuits to his current position as a researcher at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Throughout his career, he has been involved in various research projects, teaching activities, and supervisory roles. His research journey has been characterized by a continuous pursuit of knowledge and innovation in the field of chemical engineering, particularly in sustainable energy technologies and processes.
Publications Noted & Contributions:
Avargani has made significant contributions to the scientific community through his research publications and conference proceedings. He has authored or co-authored numerous articles in reputable journals covering topics such as solar energy utilization, photocatalytic processes, energy conversion, and thermal engineering. His research has been well-received and has contributed to advancing knowledge in his field.
- “CFD modeling and performance evaluation of an open-aperture partially evacuated receiver with internal twisted inserts in solar PTCs: energy and exergy analysis”
- Authors: V. Madadi Avargani, S. Zendehboudi
- Published in Environmental Science and Pollution Research International in 2023.
- Focuses on computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling and performance evaluation of an open-aperture partially evacuated receiver with internal twisted inserts in solar parabolic trough collectors (PTCs). The study likely assesses the energy and exergy performance of this solar collector design.
- “Parametric analysis of a high-temperature solar-driven propane steam reformer for hydrogen production in a porous bed catalytic reactor”
- Authors: V. Madadi Avargani, S. Zendehboudi
- Published in Energy Conversion and Management in 2023.
- Investigates the parametric analysis of a high-temperature solar-driven propane steam reformer used for hydrogen production. This analysis probably examines the influence of various parameters on the performance of the reformer, possibly in a porous bed catalytic reactor configuration.
- “Performance evaluation of a solar nano-photocatalytic reactor for wastewater treatment applications: Reaction kinetics, CFD, and scale-up perspectives”
- Authors: V. Madadi Avargani, S. Zendehboudi, S. Osfouri, A. Rostami
- Published in the Journal of Cleaner Production in 2023.
- Evaluates the performance of a solar nano-photocatalytic reactor for wastewater treatment. This study likely covers reaction kinetics, computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling, and perspectives on scaling up the reactor for practical applications.
- “Design of a novel tubular membrane reactor with a middle annular injector for enhancement of dry reforming towards high hydrogen purity: CFD analysis”
- Authors: V. Madadi Avargani, M. Momeni, M. Nowrouzi, A. Rostami, S. Zendehboudi
- Published in the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy in 2024.
- Discusses the design of a novel tubular membrane reactor with a middle annular injector for enhancing dry reforming towards high hydrogen purity. The study likely involves computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis to optimize the reactor design.
- “Design and Optimization of TiO2-Based Photocatalysts for Efficient Removal of Pharmaceutical Pollutants in Water: Recent Developments and Challenges”
- Authors: N. Ahmadpour, M. Nowrouzi, V. Madadi Avargani, M.H. Sayadi, …
- Published in the Journal of Water Process Engineering in 2024.
- Focuses on the design and optimization of TiO2-based photocatalysts for efficient removal of pharmaceutical pollutants in water. The paper likely discusses recent developments and challenges in this field.
