DSc at National University of Ireland, Ireland
Henry J. Curran is a renowned combustion chemistry expert and the Director of the Combustion Chemistry Centre at the University of Galway. With a career spanning research, teaching, and leadership, he specializes in developing intricate chemical kinetic models for fuel pyrolysis and oxidation. Holding various academic positions, including Established Professor in Combustion Chemistry, Curran has guided numerous students, published prolifically, and actively served professional societies, notably the Combustion Institute. His global recognition is evidenced by accolades such as the Yakov B. Zeldovich Gold Medal and consistent acknowledgment as a top 1% cited researcher worldwide.
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Professional Experience
Director, Combustion Chemistry Centre: Since October 2006 (University of Galway) Established Professor (Combustion Chemistry): Since July 2019 Personal Professor (Combustion Chemistry): May 2013–June 2019 Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Physical Chemistry): October 2005–May 2013 Lecturer (Physical Chemistry): October 1999–September 2005 (Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology) Research Scientist-Combustion Modelling: September 1994–September 1999 (Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, CA, USA)
Education📚
DSc (research) from National University of Ireland – October 2011 PhD Chemistry – December 1994 BSc – October 1990
Professional Development:
Teaching: Physical Chemistry to first-year, certificate, diploma, and degree students. Research Supervisor: Guided 26 PhD and 3 MSc students to graduation; currently supervising 4 PhD students. Experimental: Instrumented shock tube, high-pressure shock tube, rapid compression machines.
Honours and Awards:
Recognized as a top 1% cited researcher worldwide every year from 2014–2022. Awarded the Yakov B. Zeldovich Gold Medal by the Combustion Institute in July 2022. Received the Cheung Kong Scholar title from Xi’an Jiaotong University, China, from May 2018 to 2021.
Research Focus:
Henry J. Curran is a preeminent researcher in combustion chemistry, with a primary focus on developing comprehensive kinetic models for hydrocarbon oxidation. His notable contributions include pioneering studies on n-heptane and iso-octane oxidation, as well as extensive work on gasoline surrogate components. Curran’s research spans a wide range, from hydrogen and syngas mixture oxidation to the combustion of n-alkane hydrocarbons. He has also delved into the effects of oxygenated hydrocarbons on diesel engine soot emissions and detailed chemical kinetic mechanisms for various fuels. His expertise lies in elucidating the intricate reactions governing combustion processes, showcasing a dedication to advancing fundamental understanding in the field.
Publications (TOP NOTES)
Understanding the antagonistic effect of methanol as a component in surrogate fuel models: A case study of methanol/n-heptane mixtures., Cited by 146, Publication date: 2021.
Comprehensive experimental and simulation study of the ignition delay time characteristics of binary blended methane, ethane, and ethylene over a wide range of temperature, Cited by 100, Publication date: 2020.
Detailed kinetic modeling of dimethoxymethane. Part II: Experimental and theoretical study of the kinetics and reaction mechanism, Cited by 94, Publication date: 2019.
A Comprehensive Experimental and Simulation Study of Ignition Delay Time Characteristics of Single Fuel C1–C2 Hydrocarbons over a Wide Range of , Cited by 77, Publication date: 2020.
A hierarchical single-pulse shock tube pyrolysis study of C2–C6 1-alkenes, Cited by 72, Publication date: 2020.
An experimental and kinetic modeling study of the auto-ignition of natural gas blends containing C1–C7 alkanes, Cited by 69, Publication date: 2021.
An experimental and kinetic modeling study of the oxidation of hexane isomers: Developing consistent reaction rate rules for alkanes, Cited by 61, Publication date: 2019.
A new detailed kinetic model for surrogate fuels: C3MechV3. 3, Cited by 58, Publication date: 2022.
Small ester combustion chemistry: Computational kinetics and experimental study of methyl acetate and ethyl acetate, Cited by 58, Publication date: 2019.
A comprehensive experimental and improved kinetic modeling study on the pyrolysis and oxidation of propyne, Cited by 54, Publication date: 2021.
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