Associate professor at Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Iran
Dr. Akram Tavakoli Araghi is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Iran. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology, focusing on the preparation of iron nanoparticles and their catalytic properties in the Fischer-Tropsch process. With extensive experience in thermo-kinetics, catalysis synthesis, nanotechnology, and water treatments, Dr. Tavakoli has significantly contributed to her field through research and industrial projects. She is a recipient of the Teaching Excellence Award and has published several patents and academic papers. Dr. Tavakoli is married with two children and speaks Persian and English.
Professional Profiles
Educational Background
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic), Tehran, Iran. (2001-2008) Supervisor: Prof. Morteza Sohrabi Thesis Title: Preparation of Iron Nanoparticles and Study on Their Catalytic Properties in Fischer-Tropsch Process M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic), Tehran, Iran. (1996-1998) Supervisor: Prof. Bahram Dabir Thesis Title: Population Balance Application in Emulsion Polymerization of Vinyl Chloride to Predict the Particle Size Distribution B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic), Tehran, Iran. (1994-1998) Supervisor: Prof. Manoochehr Nikazar Thesis Title: Study on the Solid Waste Recycling
Working Experiences
Tenured Associate Professor, Sahand University of Technology (2017–Present) Associate Professor, Sahand University of Technology (2016-2017) Assistant Professor, Sahand University of Technology (2008-2016) Chemical Engineer, Petrochemical Research and Technology Company, 2002-2003 (17 months)
Research Interests
Thermo-kinetics Catalysis Synthesis Nanotechnology Water Treatments Ionic Liquid Applications
Awards
Teaching Excellence Award, Sahand University of Technology (2011)
Research Focuse
Dr. Akram Tavakoli Araghi’s research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of nanostructured materials, particularly iron compounds and their catalytic applications. Her work includes studying the catalytic properties of nanoparticles in processes like Fischer-Tropsch synthesis and exploring the use of nanomaterials in environmental and energy applications. She has also investigated the modification of polymers with nanomaterials to enhance their properties and performance in various industrial applications. Dr. Tavakoli’s contributions to chemical engineering are evident in her numerous publications on nanotechnology, catalysis, and advanced materials, showcasing her expertise in both fundamental research and practical applications.
Publications
- Visible Light Photodegradation of Methylene blue by Ionic Liquid Based TiO2/Fe3O4 Nanophotocatalysts, Publication date: 2024.
- Synthesis of High-Strength TPU/MXene Nanocomposites via an In Situ Polymerization Method, Publication date: 2024.
- 2-hydroxyethylammoniumsulfate ionic liquid performance as simultaneous fuel and sulfating agent in tablet-like manganese and iron incorporated titania synthesis: Biodiesel, Publication date: 2023.
- Alumina-PEBA/PSf Multilayer composite membranes for CO2 separation: Experimental and molecular simulation studies, Publication date: 2023.
- 2-hydroxyethylammonium bisulfate (2-HEAS) as a Brønsted acidic ionic liquid catalyst for esterification, Publication date: 2022.
- Mn-Fe catalyzed microwave combustion-plasma hybrid synthesis of 2D chips-like Mn-Fe boosted TiO2 architecture self-assembled of nano-walled honeycomb-like super-macroporous, Publication date: 2022.
- CO2 absorption through PP/fSiO2 nanocomposite hollow fiber membrane contactor, Publication date: 2022.
- Catalytic biofuel production over 3D macro-structured cheese-like Mn-promoted TiO2 isotype: Mn-catalyzed microwave-combustion design, Publication date: 2022.
- Comparison of acidic and basic ionic liquids effects on dispersion of alumina particles in Pebax composite membranes for CO2/N2 separation: Experimental study and molecular, Publication date: 2021.
- A novel high-performance facilitated transport membrane by simultaneously using semi-mobile and fixed carriers for CO2/N2 separation, Publication date: 2021.
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