Dr. Arash Kamran-Pirzaman University of Science and Technology of Mazandaran, Iran
Dr. Arash Kamran-Pirzaman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Science and Technology of Mazandaran in Behshahr, Iran. His research encompasses chemical engineering, petroleum engineering, environmental engineering, gas hydrates, and thermodynamics. Dr. Kamran-Pirzaman has contributed to over 49 publications, with a focus on topics such as gas hydrate modeling, carbon dioxide sequestration, and the synthesis of nanoparticles. He has also served as the Scientific Chair for the 9th International Conference on Technology and Energy Management.
Publication Profile
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Academic and Professional Background
Dr. Arash Kamran-Pirzaman earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Tarbiat Modares University (TMU), Tehran, Iran, between 2007 and 2012. His doctoral research focused on “Determining a Suitable Thermodynamic Model for Hydrate Formation and Investigating Phase Behavior of Systems with Thermodynamic Promoters” under the supervision of Dr. H. Pahlavanzadeh and Dr. Amir H. Mohammadi. Prior to this, he obtained his M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering with a specialization in Catalyst and Thermo-kinetics from Sharif University of Technology (SUT), Tehran, Iran (2002-2004). His master’s thesis examined the kinetic study of polyurethane production utilizing HTPB resin and an IPDI curing agent.
🔬 Research Focus
His research primarily focuses on:Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibrium (VLE, LLE, Electrolytes)Gas Hydrates, including thermodynamic promoters, inhibitors, and kineticsPetroleum and Gas Industry, solubility, and viscosity studiesNatural Gas Production & Processing, including gas sweeteningBiodiesel production, catalysis, and reaction kineticsPolymers and Nanocomposites, emphasizing physical, mechanical properties, and kineticsSeparation technologies, adsorption processes, and photocatalysts
Skills and Expertise
Dr. Kamran-Pirzaman has extensive experience with various software applications essential for chemical engineering analysis, including:Process Simulation & Modeling: Aspen Plus, HysysStatistical & Data Analysis: SPSS, MinitabProgramming & Computational Tools: MATLAB, Visual Basic
Awards and Recognitions
Recognized as the Top Researcher of the University in 2019Top Researcher of the Chemical Engineering Department in 2017 and 2021Organizer of the Third National Conference on Gas HydrateScientific Secretary of the 9th International Conference on Technology and Energy Management
Publication Top Notes
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Gholinezhad, R. M., Gholipour-Zanjani, N., Kamran-Pirzaman, A., & Zahed, B. (2023). Evaluation of drug delivery of allicin liposome based on phosphatidylethanolamine and salep-based hydrogel. Journal of Applied Chemistry, 18(67), 107-124. https://doi.org/10.22075/CHEM.2022.26440.2056
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Aga Pour, S., & Kamran-Pirzaman, A.* (2024). Experimental and theoretical study of the solvent activity in aqueous polyvinyl pyrrolidone solution by direct/indirect methods and presentation of a new Eyring-Flory Huggins model. Iranian Journal of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (IJCCE), 43(1). https://doi.org/10.30492/IJCCE.2023.1998772.5929
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Baladehi, M., Kamran-Pirzaman, A.*, Mohammad-Taheri, M., Taheri Rizi, Z., & Ali, M. (2023). Thermodynamic modeling of sour gas mixture (CH₄/C₃H₈/H₂S) hydrate formation in the presence of thermodynamic inhibitors MEG, NaCl, and CaCl₂ using the ion pair concept. Petroleum Science and Technology. https://doi.org/10.1080/10916466.2024.2337400
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Abdirad, N., & Kamran-Pirzaman, A.* (2023). Procedure optimization for green synthesis of magnetic copper nanoparticles by aqueous Alcea medicinal plant extract and their photocatalytic properties. ChemistrySelect. https://doi.org/10.1002/slct.202302703
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Seif, M., Kamran-Pirzaman, A.*, Lal, B., & Bavoh, C. B. (2023). Modeling of CH₄/CO₂ hydrate phase behavior in organic and electrolyte inhibitors by Dickens’ model. Petroleum Science and Technology, 41, 2089-2111. https://doi.org/10.1080/10916466.2022.2106242
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Aminolroayaei, M. A., Taheri Rizi, Z.*, Mohammad-Taheri, M., Kamran-Pirzaman, A., Dehbandi Baladehi, M., & Ehsani, M. R. (2022). Experimental measurements and thermodynamic modeling of CH₄ + H₂S + MEG hydrate phase-equilibrium conditions at 6.2–12.3 MPa. Journal of Chemical Engineering Data, 67(9), 2384-2392. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jced.2c00111
Conclusion
Considering his research excellence, academic impact, and leadership in the field, Dr. Kamran-Pirzaman is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With further international collaborations and industry partnerships, he can elevate his research contributions to an even higher level.