🔍 Summary of Suitability:
Dr. Mansooreh Soleimani, Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at Amirkabir University of Technology, has demonstrated outstanding research excellence in the fields of separation processes, environmental sustainability, and chemical process engineering. With over two decades of academic experience, she has consistently led innovative research that addresses real-world industrial and environmental challenges. Her leadership in multiple institutional roles and commitment to mentoring students further amplify her impact in the academic and scientific community.
🎓 Education
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📘 Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (Process Design & Separation),
Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran – September 2007
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📗 M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering (Process Design & Separation),
Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran – 2001
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📙 B.Sc. in Petrochemical Engineering,
Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran – 1998
🧑🏫 Academic Experience
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📌 Principal Director of University Research Affairs,
Amirkabir University of Technology – Jan 2023 – Present
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👩👧👦 Adviser to the President on Women and Family Affairs,
Amirkabir University of Technology – Dec 2022 – Present
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🎓 Graduate Studies Deputy, Chemical Engineering Dept.,
Amirkabir University of Technology – 2015 – Sept 2017
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🔬 Research Deputy, Chemical Engineering Dept.,
Amirkabir University of Technology – 2011 – 2015
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🧪 Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering,
Amirkabir University of Technology – Since 2017
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🧫 Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering,
Amirkabir University of Technology – 2008 – 2017
Professional Development 🚀📖
Dr. Mansooreh Soleimani has continually advanced her professional journey through impactful academic and research leadership roles at Amirkabir University of Technology 🏫. From Assistant to Associate Professor 🧑🏫, she has demonstrated strong expertise in chemical engineering, while actively contributing to institutional development as Research Director and Graduate Studies Deputy 🧪📚. Her commitment to gender inclusion as Adviser on Women and Family Affairs 👩👧👦 reflects her holistic leadership approach. Dr. Soleimani regularly engages in interdisciplinary projects, publishes scholarly work, and mentors young researchers 👩🔬🌱, ensuring sustained growth in both academia and industry collaborations. Her career reflects innovation, leadership, and dedication 🔬🌍.
Research Focus 🔍🤖
Dr. Soleimani’s research primarily focuses on Separation Processes and Sustainable Chemical Engineering 🌱🧪. Her work includes the development of activated carbon adsorbents, emulsion liquid membranes, and advanced waste recovery technologies ♻️🧫. She explores applications in natural gas processing, metal ion separation, and membrane technology for environmental and industrial improvements 🌍⚗️. Additionally, she applies artificial neural networks (ANNs) 🤖 for modeling chemical processes, blending AI with engineering innovation. Her research supports cleaner technologies, resource recovery, and green chemical solutions, making a significant impact on both environmental sustainability and industrial efficiency 🔬💡.
🏆 Awards & Honors
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🥇 Excellence in Research Leadership Award, Amirkabir University of Technology – for outstanding contributions to chemical engineering research and university development
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👩🔬 Women in STEM Recognition, for advocacy and leadership in women and family affairs in academia
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📘 Outstanding Graduate Mentor Award, for dedicated mentorship and support of graduate students in chemical engineering
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🧪 Innovation in Separation Processes Award, for groundbreaking work in adsorbents and membrane technologies
Publications & Citations 📚
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📄 Isomerization of lactose to lactulose – study and comparison of three catalytic systems, Process Biochemistry, 2002 🔁 Cited by many in bioprocess & catalysis 🧪
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📄 Isomerization of lactose to lactulose using sweet cheese whey ultra filtrate, J. of The Chinese Institute of Chem. Engineers, 2002 🔁 Cited in dairy waste valorization studies 🧀
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📄 Educational of new courses in chemical engineering (gas conversion engineering), Iranian Journal of Engineering Education, 2003 🔁 Referenced in academic curriculum dev 📘
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📄 Role of emulsifier in the extraction of gold III ions using emulsion liquid membrane, Desalination, 2004 🔁 Widely cited in metal ion extraction research 💧👑
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📄 Alkali-catalyzed Isomerization of lactose to lactulose: reaction parameters and purification, Iranian J. of Chemical Engineering, 2004 🔁 Cited for lactose conversion optimization 🧬
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📄 Batch extraction of gold III ions using emulsion Liquid Membrane, Journal of Membrane Science, 2004 🔁 Highly cited in separation process tech 🧫🔁
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📄 Extraction of gold (III) ions using polyamine type surfactant liquid membrane, Canadian J. of Chem. Engineering, 2004 🔁 Notable in surfactant-assisted separation 📊
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📄 Mass transfer in liquid membrane transport of gold (III) by MIBK, J. of Chemical Engineering & Technology, 2004 🔁 Referenced in industrial mass transfer studies 📦
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📄 Use of activated carbon from agricultural waste to separate gold from wastewater, Amirkabir J. of Science and Engineering, 2004-2005 🔁 Key reference in sustainable adsorption 🌱🌍
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📄 Evaluation of women’s occupation in engineering and technology, Iranian J. of Engineering Education, 2005 🔁 Social science citation in gender & STEM 👩🔬📉
🔍 Conclusion:
Dr. Mansooreh Soleimani exemplifies the qualities of a Best Researcher Award recipient through her impactful scientific contributions, commitment to sustainability, and dedication to advancing chemical engineering. Her innovative research, leadership roles, and passion for education make her a standout candidate who has not only advanced her field but has also mentored future generations of engineers and scientists 🌍🧑🔬.