Shahabuddin Ahmmad, PhD

The latest research article from the Energy Research Laboratory (ERL) at AWKUM, published by my PhD student Mr. Muhammad Salman, titled “Fe-Based High-Entropy Perovskite Oxide: A Strategy to Suppress Sr Segregation and Performance Evaluation as an Electrode Material for SOFCs” published in ACS Applied Energy Materials (IF: 5.4). This work investigates strategies to reduce Sr segregation in Fe-based high-entropy perovskite oxides, which is essential for improving Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs). Read the full paper here: https://lnkd.in/dNZ2KFMK #EnergyMaterials #SOFCs #AWKUM #Hydrogen #FuelCell

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Hi Everyone! I'd like to share my latest collaboration with Abdul Jabbar Mazari and Jamil H. Kazmi in the Journal of Sustainable Environment on "Cumulative Impact Assessment of Thermal Power Plants Using AERMOD Modeling.". Understanding how thermal power plants affect air quality emissions and contribute to climate change is paramount for sustainable development. In our article, we employ advanced AERMOD modeling and GIS techniques to assess their cumulative impacts. Our research sheds light on the significant role of thermal power plants in air pollution and climate change. By analyzing the cumulative effects, we aim to provide insights for better environmental management and policy formulation, promoting cleaner energy solutions. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gNVSSkaf #EnvironmentalScience #Sustainability #AERMODModeling #GIS #ThermalPowerPlants #ResearchPublication #CumulativeImpactAssessment #Climatechange

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Alhamdulillah "Thrilled to announce our latest publication 📄, "Nano-enhanced Phase Change Materials: Fundamentals and Applications," in the esteemed Progress in Energy and Combustion Science Journal, Elsevier 🏆 (Impact Factor 32, #1 in Engineering, Mechanical and Thermodynamics; #2 in Chemical; #4 in Energy & Fuels). Explore our open access article 🔍 and the future of nano-enhanced materials here: https://lnkd.in/g6vAtRf4 Together, let's advance energy research! 🌍 I would like to thank all the authors for the contribution. Took us sometime, to get this project completed and also learned a few things. Highlighs: •Synthesis, preparation & characterization of nanoparticle enhanced PCM is presented. •Effects of 0D, 1D, 2D, & 3D carbon nanomaterials on thermal properties is explored. •Thermal conductivity and energy storage potential of PCM & NePCM is compared. •Percolation, geometry, material chemistry & intermolecular attraction is discussed. •Thermal regulation applications, challenges, and direction of NePCMs are provided. #nanoparticleenhancedpcm #thermalproperties #carbonnanomaterials #thermalconductivity #energystorage #percolationtheory #materialchemistry #intermolecularattraction #thermalregulation #futurechallenges #2024 University of Sharjah Western Sydney University

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Fossil gas affects air quality and hazardous air pollutants have harmful effects on health and the environment. Fossil gas infrastructure, including pipelines, leaks harmful chemicals into the environment and water supplies. The Trouble with Gas in Pakistan It is now widely accepted that gas cannot be considered a ‘transition’ fuel to cleaner energy systems, but rather another carbon intensive high emitting fossil fuel, similar to coal, potentially diverting funds to cleaner renewable alternatives. Therefore, plans to expand gas infrastructure in Asia pose one of the greatest threats to meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement and averting the most catastrophic impacts of the climate crisis. Fossil gas is harmful because, Fossil gas affects air quality and hazardous air pollutants have harmful effects on health and the environment. Fossil gas infrastructure, including pipelines, leaks harmful chemicals into the environment and water supplies.

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Now that the Pakistan Engineering council elections are behind us, it’s time to channel our collective knowledge and experience into a movement that champions the rights of chemical engineers. The chemical industry in Pakistan is ripe for transformation, but to realize its full potential, we need to take bold steps. We must demand the establishment of a regulating body that governs our industry with the efficiency and clarity it deserves. A single-window operation for registering chemical enterprises with the government is not just a necessity—it’s imperative for streamlining processes and eliminating bureaucratic hurdles. Young entrepreneurs, eager to develop cutting-edge chemical products, need our protection. Their innovative ideas must not fall prey to industrial predators. As seasoned professionals, it is our duty to offer them mentorship, safeguarding their intellectual property and ensuring that their visions are brought to fruition. If we are serious about propelling Pakistan towards prosperity, significant investment in the chemical sector is non-negotiable. The data (shown below) is clear: we are net importers of chemical products, excluding oil and gas. This trend must be reversed, and it starts with us. Let’s join forces and commit to building a stronger, self-reliant Pakistan by transforming our chemical industry. Together, we can make a lasting impact. Sincerely Engr. Professor Dr. Khalid Waheed

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Alhamdulillah, our collaborative review paper on 𝟐𝐃 𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬 (𝐌𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬): 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 has been published online! MBenes, a cutting-edge class of 2D materials, hold immense potential in the realm of energy storage. Their unique surface terminations, elemental compositions, and exceptional chemical and physical properties position them as the future of energy storage technologies. Whether in mono/divalent batteries or supercapacitors, MBenes shine with their high conductivity, flexibility, rich surface chemistry, and robust mechanical properties. Both theoretical and experimental studies confirm MBenes as outstanding candidates for energy storage applications, with a bright future ahead in this field. This review offers a comprehensive overview of the recent progress in MBenes, covering synthetic methods, structural and morphological characteristics, and other associated properties. It also outlines the promising prospects, challenges, and opportunities for future advancements in MBenes. While the study of these fascinating materials is still in its infancy, the potential applications are vast and intriguing, making this an exciting area of research. A huge thank you to all the authors for their invaluable contributions to this work! For those interested in exploring this emerging field, we're delighted to share a personalized link providing 50 days of free access to the article until October 01, 2024. https://lnkd.in/gQKcwGxB Let's continue to push the boundaries of what's possible with MBenes in energy storage!

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Our book chapter “Application of Functionalized Nanomaterials for Wastewater Restoration” has been published in the book “Nanomaterials in Industrial Chemistry.” Thanks to all authors (Muhammad Azher Hassan, Dr. Tariq Mehmood ) and editor Dr. FAHEEM for collaboration. 

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The community of chemical engineers has largely failed to address the fundamental issues hindering the growth of the chemical sector in Pakistan. I often ask myself why this sector remains at a complete standstill, while we’ve seen significant developments in other industries, such as car manufacturing and mobile phone production. In particular, the mobile phone manufacturing sector has transitioned from being primarily an importer to exporting phones produced in Pakistan. Although there is still much progress to be made, this sector is moving in a positive direction, and we may even see a homegrown brand emerge in the near future. This transformation serves as a crucial case study for the chemical sector in Pakistan. The change was sparked by the introduction of the Mobile Device Manufacturing Policy by the Engineering Development Board (EDB) in 2020 (https://lnkd.in/dk4urVZr). Since then, over thirty companies have established mobile phone assembly operations in Pakistan, creating significant employment opportunities and exporting phones to other countries since 2022 (https://lnkd.in/d2zCqQ9z). The government is now aiming to increase these exports to reach the $5 billion mark within the next five years (https://lnkd.in/dq6m7ZMZ). Unfortunately, no similar policy exists for the development of the chemical sector. It is worth noting that the EDB has yet to include the chemical sector within its scope. While it is important to advocate for issues such as job provisions for chemical engineers in government sectors and technical allowances—often seen in typical PEC election manifestos—the community needs to elevate its focus. Given the current state of the country, it is no surprise that no one is seriously addressing the development of the chemical sector. Establishing a dedicated policy would create numerous opportunities for investors and young entrepreneurs to set up production facilities. This, in turn, would have a cascading effect on the development of supply chain markets, supporting industries, and the emergence of plant designers in the local market. Such growth would drive massive demand for chemical engineers, spur the creation of R&D centers for developing new products and formulations, and ultimately lead to the creation of local brands. I sincerely hope that those responsible for guiding the direction of engineering development in Pakistan will take the necessary steps to foster growth in the chemical sector. Best Regards, Engr. Prof. Dr. Khalid Waheed

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I'm thrilled to announce that my research article titled "GHG emissions estimation and assessment of Pakistan's power sector: A roadmap towards low carbon future" has been published in the prestigious Q1 journal, Results in Engineering. With an impressive Impact Factor of 6, this journal is highly regarded in the field of engineering research. In this study, we conducted a comprehensive analysis of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from Pakistan's power sector. Our research aimed to provide a detailed assessment of the current emission levels and explore potential pathways towards a more sustainable and low-carbon future for Pakistan's energy landscape. Through rigorous data collection and advanced modeling techniques, we estimated the GHG emissions from various power generation sources, including fossil fuels (CO2, CH4 and N2O). Our findings shed light on the most carbon-intensive practices and highlight the urgent need for transitioning towards cleaner and more efficient energy solutions. The article is freely available for reading https://lnkd.in/d5Jr94-g #Sustainability #Renewable_Energy #Low_Carbon_Future #GHG_emission_from_power_sector

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Alhamdulillah, I am happy to share that our latest paper, "Study on the performance of hydrophilic curing agent and environmentally friendly non-pozzolanic filler for the development of self-curing self-compacting concrete", has been published in the esteemed Journal of "Environmental Science and Pollution Research" with H-Index=179 and Q1. An experimental program was performed in this research to determine the feasibility of producing self-curing self-compacting concrete (SCSCC) using polyethylene glycol (PEG) as a hydrophilic agent along with manufactured sand (M-sand). Special thanks to Professor Bhojaraju Sekhar and his excellent research group for this great collaboration. To access this article, please follow the link below: https://lnkd.in/d4Wm5Q5F #concrete #sustainability #selfcuring #SCC #selfcompactingconcrete #hydrophilic #polyethyleneglycol #PEG #environmentallyfriendly

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Alhamdulillah Another book from me TEN (10) Research Proposals Related to Energy Management : Includes Research Gaps, Problem Statements, Objectives, Methodologies and Expected Results I designed this book to make it easy for Postgraduates and researchers in Energy Managements to spark ideas for their own research. All the references are from latest journals from 2023 to 2024. There are 59 journals in all. This 10 topics covers various research ideas such as Energy system, energy management, fuel cells and others. You can preview them by clicking the link in the comment section I had arrange those research ideas into format suitable for Chapter 1 in any theses, which begins with  1. Research Gaps  2. Problem Statements 3. Hypothesis 4. Research Questions  5. Research Objectives 6. Research Methodologies 7. Expected Results  8. References When you read all of them you might get some ideas for your own research. Maybe you are interested with Topic No 1 but certain research methodologies are more suitable in Topic No 10. Maybe you can take this idea and propose for your research supervisors and discuss with them. I extracted all theses contents using Softwaretheses and the writing was help using Chatgpt. Softwaretheses was created by myself and my tech enthusiast brother. Made in Malaysia.  For those in Malaysia especially in Perlis and Northern Kedah, you can meet me to learn my technique. 

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ALLHUMDOLILLAH... Another Article is now online in #Energy Conversion and Management #journal I.F: 9.9. Thanks to all the contributing authors, especially Prof Mohammed A. Gondal King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals - KFUPM #Journal #EnergyMaterials #Biofules #Energyconversionandmanagement

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Ruthless and insane regulations on the residential PV energy systems in Pakistan. The world embarked on a journey in 2015 towards affordable and clean energy.We as scientists and researchers have been developing systems to influence consumers to pay extra when it comes to reduce environmental cost. However, the decision of terminating net metering facility while charging extra from PV consumers is ridiculous. On the other hand, since 2022, the leveraging price of grid electricity is no more an affordable option for a developing nation with severe weather conditions. Policy makers should explore the alternate ways to sustain the existed electricity infrastructure. #Pakistan #Photovoltaic #Regulations #Policy #Energypolicy #Renewableenergy #Energy #Research #Consumers

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Alhamdulilah 27th Article, This review explores the advancements and challenges of rare-earth-based upconversion (UC) and downconversion (DC) materials in enhancing the performance of dye-sensitized (DSSCs) and perovskite solar cells (PSCs). It highlights the role of trivalent lanthanide ions in converting low-energy photons to high-energy ones, improving light absorption and reducing transmission losses.

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Dear Prof./Dr./Authors Greetings! I am reaching out to you as the editor of the upcoming Bentham Edited-book publication titled "Electrochemical Sensing Platforms: Theory, Techniques and Applications”. Your expertise in the same field has caught our attention, and we believe your contribution could significantly enrich this important work Chapter Details: We are inviting the given below chapters. The expected length of each chapter is 7000-8000 words and should follow the Bentham formatting guidelines. List of Book Chapters Section A: Fundamentals of Electrochemical Sensors Chapter 1: Electrochemical Sensors: Principles, Basic Concepts and Classifications Chapter 2: Electrochemical sensors: Principles, Types, and Recognition Mechanisms Chapter 3: Materials for Electrochemical Sensors: Selection and Fabrication, Chapter 4: Characterization Methods for Electrochemical Sensor Materials Chapter 5: Interfaces in Electrochemical Sensors: Electrodes, Membranes, and Nanomaterials Section B: Fundamental Electrochemical Principles and Sensor Technologies Chapter 6: Basics of Electrochemistry and Electrochemical Processes for Sensor Design Chapter 7: Electrochemical Transduction Methods: Potentiometry, Amperometry, Impedance, and Voltammetry Chapter 8: Calibration, Validation, and Quality Control of Electrochemical Sensors Chapter 9: Signal Processing, Data Analysis, and Interpretation in Electrochemical Sensors Chapter 10: Integration, Packaging, and Miniaturization of Electrochemical Sensors Chapter 11: Electrochemical Sensors: Functionality, Construction, and Advantages Over Other Methods Chapter 12: From Working Electrodes to Functionalized and Miniaturized Electrochemical Devices Section C: Applications of Electrochemical Sensors Chapter 13: Biomedical Applications of Electrochemical Sensors: Principles, Design, and Use Chapter 14: Environmental Applications of Electrochemical Sensors: Principles, Design, and Use Chapter 15: Challenges and Opportunities in Environmental Monitoring with Electrochemical Sensors Chapter 16: Electrochemical Sensors for Air Quality Monitoring: Indoor and Outdoor Applications Chapter 17: Applications of Electrochemical Sensors in Agriculture and Food Security Chapter 18: Forensic Science Applications of Electrochemical Sensors Chapter 19: Use of Electrochemical Sensors in Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology Submission Process: Google form link for Chapter selection https://lnkd.in/g3bK9Ac9 There is no charge for contributing a chapter to this book. Complete chapters are expected to be submitted by January 31, 2025. • Guidelines on how to prepare the full book chapter will be provided upon acceptance of the chapter proposal. if any query then email at [email protected] Sincerely, Editors Dinesh Kumar, Sapna Raghav, Pallavi Jain, Ritu Painuli

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#Message #from #Pakistan #Engineering #Council Dear Engineers, We are pleased to inform that #PEC has announced #CPDpointswaiver for renewal of membership until #June30th2024. This means that any engineer can apply for the #renewal of their #membership #without the #need for a #CPD #point during this period. It is advised to take #advantage of this opportunity and #apply for the #membership #renewal via https://lnkd.in/dZ2q8AAu at your earliest convenience to become #active #member of #PEC. For #additional #information and details, please #visit portal.pec.org.pk. If you encounter any difficulties, please feel free to #contact at the following numbers: 051-9219012, 051-9219013 #Pakistan #Engineering #Council #Engineers #Registration #Department www.pec.org.pk #Exclusive #opportunity #for #Registered & #Professional #Engineers

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🌊🌍 Excited to share a significant achievement in sustainable energy research! Congratulations to my PhD student, Suraj Loomba, on the publication of his paper titled "Sacrificial Fe Sites Making 2D Heterostructure an Efficient Catalyst for Oxygen Evolution Reaction in Alkaline Seawater". 👏 Hydrogen production through direct seawater splitting offers a promising path to sustainable energy, yet it faces obstacles due to the challenges of the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) in seawater. Suraj's work presents a unique 2D molybdenum oxide@iron oxide (MO@FO) heterostructure as an efficient catalyst for anodic OER in alkaline seawater. This study opens new possibilities for stable, efficient, and environmentally friendly hydrogen production in seawater! https://lnkd.in/g5JTb5vi RMIT University RMIT STEM College RMIT School of Science ANSTO 🚀🔋 #HydrogenProduction #GreenEnergy #SustainableEnergy #SeawaterSplitting #OxygenEvolutionReaction #EnergyResearch #PhD

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Alhamdulillah, our research paper, "Investigation of Polyaniline Electrodeposition on Hydrophilic/Hydrophobic Carbon Cloth Substrates for Symmetric Coin Cell Supercapacitors," has been published online! Welcome to read: https://rdcu.be/dNT3A We innovatively produced polyaniline-coated carbon cloth (PANI@CC) via electrochemical deposition, examining the effect of carbon cloth substrate characteristics on the performance of symmetric supercapacitors in a coin cell setup. The study involved hydrophilic and hydrophobic, soft, and hard carbon cloth substrates, evaluated through cyclic voltammetry, galvanostatic charge–discharge, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. This study emphasizes the importance of substrate selection in direct synthesis for optimizing supercapacitor performance. The PANI@0-N-based coin cell emerges as a promising candidate for future supercapacitor applications.

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Alhamdulillah, our research paper titled "Platinum/Stainless-Steel Mesh Electrode Fabrication via Chemically Thermal Reduction for Efficient Hydrogen Evolution Reaction" has been published online! Welcome to read or download the full paper freely before December 11, 2024: https://lnkd.in/gQBz9aqB In this study, we explored a cost-effective method of depositing platinum (Pt) nanoparticles onto a stainless steel mesh (SSM) substrate, focusing on enhancing the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER). Our findings highlight the potential of Pt/SSM electrocatalysts for efficient hydrogen production with low overpotential and great stability.

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