Technical University of Crete | Greece
Author Profile
Early Academic Pursuits 🎓
Education and Training
Her journey in the realm of chemical engineering began with a strong academic foundation. She pursued her studies with a focus on chemical engineering, eventually earning her degree and setting the stage for a distinguished career. Her early academic pursuits were marked by a keen interest in the beneficiation and technology of solid fuels, an area that would define much of her professional life.
Professional Endeavors 💼
Academic Positions
She a Professor in the Department of Mineral Resources Engineering at the Technical University of Crete, Chania 73100, Greece, has dedicated her career to advancing the field of solid fuels beneficiation and technology. At the Technical University of Crete, she not only teaches but also conducts extensive research, emphasizing the development of new clean technologies for energy production. Her professional endeavors span a wide range of activities, including the pyrolysis, combustion, and gasification of solid fuels, as well as the reduction of pollutant emissions.
Contributions and Research Focus on ENERGY FROM WASTES📚
- Her contributions to the field are substantial. Her research focuses on the beneficiation of solid fuels such as coal, biomass, and organic residues. She has extensive experience in coal/biomass characterization and the physical and chemical beneficiation of these fuels. Her work has been instrumental in developing technologies that reduce pollutant emissions from solid fuels, making energy production cleaner and more sustainable.Throughout her career, she has authored approximately 230 scientific publications, which have garnered 9,546 citations, reflecting the significant impact of her work in the scientific community. She has also written two seminal books: “Clean Use of Coals. Low Rank Coal Technologies” and “Biomass, Bioenergy and the Environment,” along with three book chapters related to her research areas.
Accolades and Recognition 🏆
Her work has been recognized nationally and internationally. She has participated as a partner or coordinator in 28 national and European research and educational programs. Her expertise is sought after in various capacities; she has served on organizing and scientific committees for international conferences and is a member of scientific committees for energy, environment, biofuels, and hydrogen.
Her editorial contributions are extensive, serving as an Associate Editor or member of the Editorial Board for 21 scientific journals. She is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Greek Combustion Institute and the Regional Council of Research and Innovation. Her leadership roles at the Technical University of Crete include serving on the Deanery Board of the Department of Mineral Resources Engineering and directing postgraduate studies within the department.
Impact and Influence 🌍
Community Impact
The impact of her work extends beyond academia into practical applications that influence energy production and environmental sustainability. Her research on the characterization and beneficiation of solid fuels has provided valuable insights into making energy production processes more efficient and less polluting. By focusing on reducing emissions and developing clean technologies, her work contributes to global efforts in combating climate change and promoting sustainable energy solutions.
Legacy and Future Contributions 🔮