Wagd Ajeeb | Energy and Sustainability | Excellence in Research Award
Dr Wagd Ajeeb, IST Tecnico Lisbon University, Portugal
Dr. Wagd Ajeeb πβοΈ is a mechanical engineer specializing in energy systems and climate change. He earned his Ph.D. from Aveiro University, Portugal (2019), focusing on nanofluids in micro heat exchangers. With experience at IST Lisbon, the University of Padua, and IDMEC, he has contributed to cutting-edge projects on green hydrogen, synthetic biofuels, and thermal management. His research includes high-impact publications on nanofluids and renewable energy π±π¬. A member of leading R&D centers, he actively participates in scientific conferences and innovation forums. Passionate about sustainable energy, Dr. Ajeeb advances technologies for a cleaner future πβ‘.
Publication Profile
Education
Dr. Wagd Ajeeb π is a specialist in Energy Systems and Climate Change with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Aveiro University, Portugal (2015-2019) ππ₯. His thesis focused on convective heat transfer of non-Newtonian nanofluids in micro heat exchangers. He earned his M.Sc. in Thermal Machine Engineering from Tishreen University, Syria (2012-2015) β‘π§, researching hydropower plant design at the 16-Tishreen Dam. His B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Albaath University (2007-2012) π¬οΈπ§ explored wind energy potential in Syria. With strong expertise in renewable energy and thermal systems, he contributes to advancing sustainable engineering solutions. βοΈπ‘
Employment
Dr. Wagd Ajeeb is a dedicated mechanical engineer and researcher at the Centre for Innovation, Technology, and Policy Research (IN+), IST Lisbon University, Portugal (2023β2024) π¬βοΈ. He collaborates with PRIO on the M-ECO2 project, focusing on green hydrogen and synthetic biofuels πΏπ. Previously, he worked at the University of Padua, Italy (2022β2023), researching fouling mitigation in heat exchangers with Hexxcell Ltd βοΈπ§. His expertise spans nanofluids for advanced cooling (IST Lisbon, 2020β2022) and CFD simulations for Boschβs Smart Green Homes project (University of Aveiro, 2019β2020) π‘β‘. A member of the Syrian Engineers Syndicate, he also worked on renewable energy and power systems in Syria (2013β2015) β‘π.
Research Focus
Dr. Wagd Ajeeb π¬β‘ specializes in renewable energy, hydrogen production, and nanofluids for thermal applications. His research spans life cycle assessments of green hydrogen and renewable diesel π±π, published in high-impact Q1 journals. He investigates hydrogen production via alkaline electrolysis and its sustainability implications πβ‘. Additionally, he explores nanofluid properties, enhancing heat transfer efficiency in compact heat exchangers βοΈπ₯. His work includes experimental and numerical studies on AlβOβ and TiOβ nanofluids, optimizing thermal management solutions. Dr. Ajeebβs contributions drive advancements in sustainable energy and innovative thermal technologies for a greener future ππ.
Awards
Dr. Wagd Ajeeb has been recognized for outstanding research contributions with prestigious awards π. He received the Best Paper Award at the 8th World Congress on Momentum, Heat and Mass Transfer (MHMT 2023) in Lisbon, Portugal π΅πΉ, showcasing his excellence in scientific innovation. His achievements continued in July 2024, when he was honored with the Best Research Presentation Award at the 9th International Conference on Green Energy Technologies (ICGET 2024) in Berlin, Germany π©πͺ. These accolades highlight his dedication to advancing research in energy and heat transfer, reinforcing his impact in the scientific community π¬π.
Association Member
Dr. Wagd Ajeeb is a researcher at the Center for Innovation, Technology and Policy Research (IN+) at Instituto Superior TΓ©cnico (IST), University of Lisbon π΅πΉ. He is also affiliated with the Mechanical Engineering Institute (IDMEC) at IST and the Centre for Mechanical Technology and Automation (TEMA) at the University of Aveiro βοΈπ¬. His research contributions extend to R&D teams of FCT, including the LaboratΓ³rio de RobΓ³tica e Sistemas de Engenharia (Jun 2020βAug 2021) π€ and the LaboratΓ³rio Associado de Energia, Transportes e AeronΓ‘utica (July 2021β2023) βοΈβ‘. His work focuses on advanced mechanical engineering and automation π.
Scientific Activities
Dr. Wagd Ajeeb is an accomplished researcher in energy and fluid mechanics, actively contributing to international conferences and forums. πβ‘ He participated in the LARSyS 2024 Meeting and Be Next | Europeβs Decentralized Energy Innovation Forum in Lisbon. π΅πΉπ In 2023, he attended the Eurogas Annual Conference, the IN+ 25 Years of Innovation event, and chaired a session at the 8th World Congress on Momentum, Heat, and Mass Transfer. π€π He has lectured at Lisbon University, Edinburgh Napier University, and Tishreen University. ππ₯ His expertise spans renewable energy, thermal fluids, and nanofluids, making significant contributions to global energy sustainability. π±π‘
Publication Top Notes
Nanofluids in compact heat exchangers for thermal applications: A State-of-the-art review
Life cycle assessment of green hydrogen production through electrolysis: A literature review