Degree

Ph.D., 2007, University of Waterloo, Canada

Research Interests

• Environmental Engineering & Air Pollution Control
• Process System Engineering
• Optimization and Mathematical Modeling
• Petroleum Refining and Planning

Biography

Dr. Ba-Shammakh's distinguished expertise centers on carbon capture and sequestration, employing both experimental and modeling techniques. He has made significant strides in process modeling, design, and simulation, particularly in the realm of CO2 mitigation. His proficiency extends to mathematical modeling, process optimization, environmental systems engineering, air pollution control, petroleum refining, and corrosion protection. Collaborating with esteemed institutions like Saudi Aramco and KFUPM, Dr. Ba-Shammakh has spearheaded projects on the electrocatalytic transformation of CO2 into fuel, refinery planning amidst uncertainty, and the integration of SO2 reduction in refinery production. His research further delves into nanomaterial synthesis, notably Titania nanofibers, for environmental applications and the pioneering development of catalysts for volatile organic compounds oxidation. Dr. Ba-Shammakh's exploration of the electrochemical conversion of CO2 to hydrocarbons and his assessments of zero flaring technologies underscore his unwavering commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions.