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Last updated 20th August 2025
Biography
My research interests lie in the area of low-carbon thermal energy systems, thermodynamic modelling of power and cooling cycles, Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) technologies, CFD analysis of thermal energy systems, absorption refrigeration and heat pumps.
Research Expertise and Interests
- Low Carbon Thermal Energy Systems
- Thermodynamics of Power & Cooling Cycles
- Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Technologies
- CFD Analysis of Thermal Energy Systems
- Absorption Refrigeration and Heat Pumps
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 14 Life Below Water -
SDG 15 Life on Land
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Advances in multiphysics modelling and scale-up pathways for microwave-assisted pyrolysis in bioenergy applications
Shabruhi Mishamandani, A., Asfand, F., Akhtar, M. U. S., Fadlallah, S. O., Khan, M. I., Allport, J. M., Campbell, G. M. & Sanchez-Hervas, J. M., 1 May 2026, In: Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis. 195, 43 p., 107613.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Concentrated solar power (CSP) driven desalination systems: A techno-economic review
Imran Khan, M., Reshaeel, M., Asfand, F., Al-Ghamdi, S. G., Farooq, M., Khan, M., Tahir, F., Bicer, Y., Asif, M., Rehan, M. & Kurniawan, T. A., 1 Jan 2026, In: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews. 226, Part B, 45 p., 116311.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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COP29 at the climate crossroads: achievements, gaps, and implications for a warming world
Khan, M. I., Asfand, F., Asif, M., Hadi, N. U., Farooq, M., Kurniawan, T. A. & Al-Ghamdi, S. G., 6 Jan 2026, In: Frontiers in Climate. 7, 16 p., 1685999.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Techno-economic analysis of emerging energy generation processes and technologies for climate change mitigation
Khan, M. I., Asif, M. & Asfand, F., 28 Jan 2026, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Process Safety and Environmental Protection. 8 p., 108511.Research output: Contribution to journal › Editorial › peer-review
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A review of industrial pumps for viscous and non-Newtonian slurry transport
Ifidon, O., Pandey, D. S., Ahmad, K., Jaworski, A. J. & Asfand, F., 1 Nov 2025, In: International Journal of Thermofluids. 30, 20 p., 101450.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Effects of hydrogen-diesel blend on performance characteristics of a c.i. engine
Akhtar, M. U. S. (Speaker), Mishra, R. (Contributor to Paper or Presentation) & Asfand, F. (Contributor to Paper or Presentation)
1 Sept 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation
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Innovative Cooling Systems For Concentrated Solar Thermal Power Plants
Asfand, F. (Speaker)
10 Aug 2021Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk