Research Interest

• Advanced multi-scale modelling architectures for complex processes

• Advanced multiresolution image analysis and characterization techniques

• Design and synthesis with economic-environmental-operability considerations

• Intelligent data processing, reconciliation, and monitoring

• Advanced process control

• Enterprise-wide optimization

Awards

• Worley Professor of Excellence Award, Louisiana State University (2020).

• Awarded the 2016 PSE Model-Based Innovation Prize for the paper: “Combining on-line characterization tools with modern software environments for optimal operation of polymerization processes, PSE (2016).”

• Donald W. Clinton Mentor Award, C. of Engineering, Louisiana State University (2013).

• Awarded the 2008 PSE Model-Based Innovation Prize for the paper: “Model-based optimal strategies for controlling particle size in antisolvent crystallization operations”, PSE (2008).

• Donald W. Clinton Mentor Award, C. of Engineering, Louisiana State University (2008).

• Awarded the John Brodie medal for contributions to Chemical Engineering, Institute of Chemical Engineers, Australia (2005).

• Awarded the Centenary Medal of Australia by the Prime Minister for contributions to the field of Chemical Engineering (2003).

• Elected Fellow, Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (FATSE) for contributions to the field of Process Systems Engineering (1999).

• Fellow of the Institution of Engineers, Australia (1996).

• Award for best innovation work within the Plastics Division at Orica Botany Site (1997).

• Worldwide ICI Award for Innovation, Creativity and Excellence in Engineering (1995).