Faculty 

Summary

Dr. Manovic's research is at the forefront of innovations in thermochemical conversion processes, carbon capture, utilization, and storage, as well as industrial decarbonization and direct air capture. He has pioneered the development of calcium looping, a technology critical for efficient CO₂ capture and utilization and has significantly contributed to the advancement of other carbon capture technologies, including chemical looping combustion, oxy-fuel combustion, and sorption-enhanced steam methane reforming. His work spans experimental research and modeling, from fundamental studies to pilot-scale demonstrations and commercialization.

 

Education

  • PGDip in Executive MBA, Cranfield University, School of Management 2022
  • PhD, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Chemistry 2003
  • MSc, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Chemistry 2000
  • BSc (Applied Chemistry), University of Belgrade, Faculty of Chemistry 1995

 

Employment History

  • Aug 2024 - Present: Professor at Chemical Engineering Department, KFUPM
  • Professor of Carbon Systems Engineering, Cranfield University 2013-Aug 2024
  • Research Scientist, Natural Resources Canada, CanmetENERGY 2005-2013
  • Assistant Professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Mining and Geology 2003-2005
  • Lecturer, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Mining and Geology 1996-2003
  • Associate Researcher, Institute for Nuclear Sciences – Vinca 1996-2005
  • Assistant Researcher, Institute for Nuclear Sciences - Vinca 1996

Dr. Vasilije Manovic Professor Chemical Engineering Department Building 4 - Room 123 +966(13)860-5859 ‎+966 53 027 4145 +966(13)860-4234 vasilije.manovic@kfupm.edu.sa