Faculty Img
  • Phone:

  • Email:

    iali1@pmu.edu.sa

  • Office No:

    S022

  • Imtiaz Ali

  • Job Title :

    Associate Professor

  • College :

    College of Engineering


  • Department :

    Chemical Engineering


Dr. Imtiaz Ali is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. He is recognized globally as one of the top 2% of scientists, with extensive expertise in bibliometrics, machine learning, design of experiments, thermochemical conversions, adsorption, desalination, and process optimization. Dr. Ali holds a PhD in Fluid Mechanics, Processes, and Energy from Université de Grenoble, France, and a Master’s degree in Process Engineering from Grenoble-INP, France.

Dr. Ali has held various academic and professional roles, including Associate Professor at King Abdulaziz University, Rabigh, Saudi Arabia, and Assistant Professor at Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Topi, Pakistan. He has also worked as a Chemical Engineer and Research Executive at Packages Limited, Lahore, Pakistan.

His editorial appointments include roles such as Early Career Editorial Board member for Results in Engineering (Elsevier), Associate Editor for Environment, Development and Sustainability (Springer), and Review Editor for Frontiers in Energy Research (Frontiers). Dr. Ali has been a principal investigator and co-principal investigator for several research grants funded by the Ministry of Education and Deanship of Scientific Research at King Abdulaziz University.

Dr. Ali has published numerous refereed journal articles, conference proceedings, and book chapters, with research focusing on sustainable energy, biomass conversion, and advanced predictive modeling. He has also been recognized with several scholarships, awards, and honors, including publication prizes from King Abdulaziz University.

In addition to his academic and research contributions, Dr. Ali has been actively involved in peer reviewing for various high-impact journals and has participated in numerous training programs and e-learning courses related to safety in chemical processes, laboratory safety, and process safety management. He is a senior member of the International Association for Carbon Capture and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, and a professional engineer registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council.

Dr. Ali's research expertise spans thermochemical conversions, adsorption, desalination, and sustainable technologies, contributing significantly to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 6, 7, 12, and 13). He has published in leading journals and serves as a reviewer and editor for prestigious international journals such as ACS Omega, Applied Surface Science Advances, Biomass & Bioenergy, and many others.

A senior member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) and the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Dr. Ali has also led ABET accreditation efforts for the Chemical Engineering program at King Abdulaziz University (KAU).

Committed to innovation and sustainability, Dr. Ali aims to advance the academic and research landscape at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) and contribute to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's development. His extensive experience includes roles as a consultant, reviewer, and editor, and he has been involved in numerous research projects and grants, focusing on areas like biodiesel production optimization, biochar and syngas production from biomass wastes, and the valorization of oil sludge.

 

2009-2012

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PhD - Fluid mechanics, processes, energy

LGP2/Grenoble INP-Pagora/CNRS, I-MEP2, Université de Grenoble, Grenoble, France

Dissertation: Study of the mechanical behaviour of fibres towards rewetting and drying. Application to paper and paperboard

Technical Resources: ID19 - microtomography beamline (ESRF), ESEM QUANTA 200, Dimension Icon AFM, DMA RSA3, MorFi® LB01, Metrotec NPFI 01/04, VOITH Valley laboratory beater, Adamel Lhomargy disintegrator, Bauer Bros McNETT fibre classifier, Schopper Riegler apparatus, DFT 3000, pulpeur inox ALLIBE, Karl Frank Rapid-Köthen handsheet former, WBL, Schott’s Cannon-Fenske reverse flow viscometer, Mettler H35AR, Adamel Lhomargy MI20 N, Pulmac TS-100, L&W tensile tester, MTS Admal Lhomargy EC.05, Adamel Lhomargy ED20, Technidyne Color Touch DATA COLOR, 3580 Viscotek, and DSC Q100

2008-2009

 

 

 

 

Master 2 Research - Process Engineering

LGP2/Grenoble INP-Pagora/CNRS, EDMGP, Grenoble-INP, Grenoble, France

Thesis: Effect of ultrasonic irradiation on the delignification of kraft pulp

Technical Resources: pulpeur inox ALLIBE, Spectra-Physics HPLC, Bransonic B-1200 E2, Deltasonic FTZ N° C.180/81, Ultrasonic planer transducer system, MorFi® LB01, and ESEM QUANTA 200

1999-2003

 

 

 

 

B. Sc. Chemical Engineering

ICET, University of Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan

Design: Production of 28MMscf/day hydrogen by the steam reforming of natural gas

Research: Comparison of activated carbons and clays for the removal of organic contaminants from wastewater

Technical Resources: UV-vis spectrophotometer, rotary shaker, centrifuge, and pH-meter

 

Refereed Journal Publications

2025

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. M. Alyoubi, I. Ali, and A.M. Abdelkader, Machine Learning-Driven Optimisation of Spent Lithium Iron Phosphate Regeneration, ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 2025. (IF 7.1)
  2. A.A. Al-Qadri, U. Ahmed, A.G.A. Jameel, U. Zahid, I. Ali, M. Hussain, S.H. Zein, and M. Shahbaz, Sustainable Ammonia Production from Plastic Waste Gasification Integrated with Partial Oxidation: Technoeconomic Assessment, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 109, 762-773, 2025. (IF 8.1)
  3. J. Ahmad, C. Ngamcharussrivichai, and I. Ali, Investigating the Predictive Capabilities of MARS for Biomass Pyrolysis Kinetics: A Case Study on an Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunch, ACS Omega, 2025. (IF 3.7)
  4. M. Alyoubi, I. Ali, and A.M. Abdelkader, Optimising the regeneration process of spent lithium‑cobalt oxide cathode through performance analysis model, Journal of Energy Storage, 110, 115132, 2025. (IF 8.9)
  5. S. Riaz, N. Ahmad, W. Farooq, I. Ali, M. Sajid, and M.N. Akhtar, Catalytic pyrolysis of HDPE for enhanced hydrocarbon yield: A boosted regression tree assisted kinetics study for effective recycling of waste plastic, Digital Chemical Engineering, 14, 100213, 2025. (IF 3.0)
  6. A. Asghar, M.R. Khalid, D. Bisen, M. Riaz, and I. Ali, Pyrolysis of wastewater-grown lignocellulosic biomass to clean energy and biochemicals, Advances in Green Chemistry, 1, 2, 1-28, 2025.
  7. A.A. Khan, S.R. Naqvi, I. Ali, W. Farooq, M.W. Anjum, H. AlMohamadi, S.S. Lam, M. Verma, H.S. Ng, and R.K Liew, Algal Biochar: A Natural Solution for the Removal of Congo Red Dye from Textile Wastewater, Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers, 166, 105312, 2025. (IF 5.5)

2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. A. Alarabi, and I. Ali, Degradation of poly (2-ethyl-2-oxazoline) prepared at lower temperature: a study of kinetics using thermal analysis and advanced predictive modeling, Discover Chemical Engineering, 4, 30, 2024.
  2. S. Nisar, M.A. Hanif, U. Rashid, M.I. Jilani, I.A. Bhatti, I. Ali, and B. Zieniuk, Synthesis of Water-Soluble Menthol Derivatives Using Response Surface Methodology, Indonesian Journal of Chemistry, 24, 6, 2024. (IF 1.0)
  3. M. Shahbaz, M. Inayat, D. Juchelkov, U. Ahmed, D. Hughes, I. Ali, and S.R. Naqvi, Analysis of Syngas and Power Production from Tannery Waste Using Integrated Thermal Equilibrium Simulation Model, Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 64, 105447, 2024. (IF 6.4)
  4. A. Khan, S.R. Naqvi, A.A. Zorpas, D. Juchelková, and I. Ali, Thermokinetic study of tannery sludge using combustion and pyrolysis process through non-isothermal thermogravimetric analysis, Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 41, 101719, 2024. (IF 5.5)
  5. M.H. Naveed, J. Gul, M.N.A. Khan, S.R. Naqvi, L. Štěpanec, and I. Ali, Torrefied biomass quality prediction and optimization using machine learning algorithms, Chemical Engineering Journal Advances, 19, 100620, 2024. (IF 5.5)
  6. A. Khan, S. Saeed, E. Pervaiz, A.H. Khoja, S.R. Naqvi, S. Saeed, and I. Ali, Comprehensive Investigation of Almond Shells Pyrolysis Using Advance Predictive Models, Renewable Energy, 227, 120568, 2024. (IF 9.0)
  7. M. Ishfaq, A. Asghar, I. Ali, A.Z. Khan, A. Shahid, N. Wang, H. Zhu, H.R. El-Seedi, M.A. Mehmood, and C-G. Liu, Appraisal of wastewater-grown biomass of Leptochloa fusca to produce bioenergy and biochemicals through pyrolysis, TG-FTIR-GCMS, and machine learning tools, Energy Conversion and Management, 304, 118229, 2024. (IF 9.9)
  8. Y. Zhang, M. Rashid, X. Shen, M.W. Iqbal, I. Ali, M.S. Ahmad, D. Simakov, A. Elkamel, and B. Shen, Investigation of the evolved pyrolytic products and energy potential of Bagasse: Experimental, Kinetic, Thermodynamic and Boosted Regression Trees analysis     , Bioresource Technology, 394, 130295, 2024. (IF 9.7)
  9. P. Ghorbannezhad, R.C. Seyfeli, K.S. Uzyol, S. Ceylan, M.H. Tahir, and I. Ali, Kinetics of Thermal Decomposition of Crude Oils: Insights from Principal Component Analysis and Products Characterization, Fuel, 359, 130520, 2024. (IF 6.7)
  10. E.Y. Kaya, I. Ali, Z. Ceylan, and S. Ceylan, Prediction of Higher Heating Value of Hydrochars using Bayesian optimization tuned Gaussian process regression based on biomass characteristics and process conditions, Biomass and Bioenergy, 180, 106993, 2024. (IF 5.8)

2023

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. M. Rehan, A.S. Nizami, M. Tabatabaei, M. Amjad, M.A. Qyyum, M.H. Javed, A. Al-Muhtaseb, A.M. Ali, A. Ahmad, K. Moustakas, S.S. Lam, I. Ali, and M. Farooq, Editorial: Integrated Waste Biorefineries: Achieving Sustainable Development Goals, Frontiers in Energy Research, 11, 2023. (IF 2.6)
  2. I. Ali, R.C. Seyfeli, M. H. Tahir, and S. Ceylan, Pyrolytic Conversion of Waste Hemp: Kinetics, Product Characterization, and Boosted Regression Tree Modeling, Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis, 175, 106165, 2023. (IF 5.8)
  3. M. Hussain, O. Ali, N. Raza, H. Zabiri, A. Ahmed, and I. Ali, Recent advances in dynamic modeling and control studies of biomass gasification for production of hydrogen rich syngas, RSC Advances, 13, 23796-23811, 2023. (IF 3.9)
  4. R. Kanthasamy, E. Almatrafi, I. Ali, H.H. Sait, M. Zwawi, F. Abnisa, L.C. Peng, and B.V. Ayodele, Biochar production from valorization of agricultural Wastes: Data-Driven modelling using Machine learning algorithms, Fuel, 351, 128948, 2023. (IF 6.7)
  5. R. Kanthasamy, E. Almatrafi, I. Ali, H.H. Sait, M. Zwawi, F. Abnisa, L.C. Peng, and B.V. Ayodele, Bayesian optimized multilayer perceptron neural network modelling of biochar and syngas production from pyrolysis of biomass-derived wastes, Fuel, 350, 128832, 2023. (IF 6.7)
  6. M.H. Tahir, I. Ali, E.Y. Kaya, and S. Ceylan, Thermal conversion of waste furniture board under pyrolytic conditions: Kinetic analysis and product characterization, Fuel, 348, 128638, 2023. (IF 6.7)
  7. A.A. Zaidi, A. Khan, H. AlMohamadi, M.W. Anjum, I. Ali, S.R. Naqvi, S. Kokuryo, K. Miyake, and N. Nishiyama, Catalytic pyrolysis of rice husk over defect-rich beta zeolites for biofuel production, Fuel, 348, 128624, 2023. (IF 6.7)
  8. R. Kanthasamy, I. Ali, B.V. Ayodele, and H.A. Maddah, Bio-hydrogen production from the photocatalytic conversion of wastewater: Parametric analysis and data-driven modelling using nonlinear autoregressive with exogeneous input and back-propagated multilayer perceptron neural networks, Fuel, 344, 128026, 2023. (IF 6.7)
  9. A. Khan, I. Ali, S.R. Naqvi, H. AlMohamadi, M. Shahbaz, A.M. Ali, and K. Shahzad, Assessment of thermokinetic behaviour of tannery sludge in slow pyrolysis process through artificial neural network, Chemosphere, 337, 139226, 2023. (IF 8.1)
  10. A. Asghar, C.G. Liu, I. Ali, A.Z. Khan, H. Zhu, N. Wang, M. Nawaz, T.A. Tabish, M. A. Mehmood, and R.T. Rasool, Bioenergy potential of Saccharum bengalense through pyrolysis, reaction kinetics, TG-FTIR-GCMS analysis of pyrolysis products, and validation of the pyrolysis data through machine learning, Chemical Engineering Journal, 465, 142930, 2023. (IF 13.3)
  11. J. Ahmad, M. Awais, U. Rashid, C. Ngamcharussrivichai, S.R. Naqvi, and I. Ali, A systematic and critical review on effective utilization of artificial intelligence for bio-diesel production techniques, Fuel, 338, 127379, 2023. (IF 6.7)
  12. A.A. Khan, S.R. Naqvi, I. Ali, M. Arshad, H. AlMohamadi, and U. Sikandar, Algal-derived biochar as an efficient adsorbent for removal of Cr (VI) in textile industry wastewater: Non-linear isotherm, kinetics and ANN studies, Chemosphere, 316, 137826, 2023. (IF 8.1)
  13. S.R. Naqvi, A.H. Khoja, I. Ali, M. Naqvi, T. Noor, A. Ahmad, R. Luque, and N.A.S. Amin, Recent progress in catalytic deoxygenation of biomass pyrolysis oil using microporous zeolites for green fuels production, Fuel, 333(1), 126268, 2023. (IF 6.7)
  14. P. Ghorbannezhad, B. Dehbandi, and I. Ali, Enhancement of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural and 2,5-furandicarboxylic acid extractions into bio-plastic production from renewable sources, Journal of Renewable Energy and Environment, 10, 3, 29-37, 2023.
  15. P. Danesh, P. Niaparast, P. Ghorbannezhad, and I. Ali, Biochar Production: Recent Developments, Applications, and challenges, Fuel, 337, 126889, 2023. (IF 6.7)
  16. P. Ghorbannezhad, G. Shen, and I. Ali, Microwave-assisted hot water treatment of sugarcane bagasse for fast pyrolysis, Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, 16, 14425–14432, 2023. (IF 3.5)

2022

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. A. Khan, I. Ali, W. Farooq, S.R. Naqvi, M.T. Mehran, A. Shahid, R. Liaquat, M.W. Anjum, and M. Naqvi, Investigation of combustion performance of tannery sewage sludge using thermokinetic analysis and prediction by artificial neural network, Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 40, 102586, 2022. (IF 6.4)
  2. A. Waheed, S.R. Naqvi, and I. Ali, Co-torrefaction progress on biomass residue/waste taken for high-value biosolid products, Energies, 15(21), 8297, 2022. (IF 3.0)
  3. U. Ahmad, S.R. Naqvi, I. Ali, M. Naqvi, S. Asif, A. Bokhari, D. Juchelková, and J.J. Klemeš, A review on properties, challenges and commercial aspects of eco-friendly biolubricants productions, Chemosphere, 309(1), 136622, 2022. (IF 8.1)
  4. M.U.B. Khawer, S.R. Naqvi, I. Ali, M. Arshad, D. Juchelková, M.W. Anjum, and M. Naqvi, Anaerobic digestion of sewage sludge for biogas & biohydrogen production: state-of-the-art trends and prospects, Fuel, 329, 125416, 2022. (IF 6.7)
  5. A. Altriki, I. Ali, S.A. Razzak, I. Ahmad, and W. Farooq, Assessment of microalgae Gonium pectorale for its CO2 biofixation potential, energy contents and biomass pyrolysis kinetics using kinetics modeling and artificial neutral network, Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 10, 925391, 2022. (IF 4.3)
  6. A.A. Khan, J. Gul, S.R. Naqvi, I. Ali, W. Farooq, R. Liaqat, H. AlMohamadi, L. Štěpanec, and D. Juchelková, Recent progress in microalgae-derived biochar for the treatment of textile industry wastewater, Chemosphere, 135565, 2022. (IF 8.1)
  7. H.H. Sait, A. Hussain, M. Bassyouni, I. Ali, R. Kanthasamy, B.V. Ayodele, and Y. Elhenawy, Anionic dyes removal using microbead date palm seed-derived activated, Polymers, 14(12), 2503, 2022. (IF 5)
  8. Z. Liu, A. Asghar, C. Hou, I. Ali, S.R. Naqvi, N. Wang, H. Zhu, M.A. Mehmood, and C.G. Liu, Co-pyrolysis of the Chinese liquor industry waste and bamboo waste, elucidation of the pyrolysis reaction chemistry, and TG-FTIR-MS based study of the evolved gases, Fuel, 326, 124975, 2022. (IF 6.7)
  9. H. Gohar, A.H. Khoja, A.A. Ansari, R. Liaquat, S.R. Naqvi, M. Hassan, K. Hasni, U.Y. Qazi, and I. Ali, Investigating the characterization, kinetic mechanism, and thermodynamic behaviour of coal-biomass blends in co-pyrolysis process, Process Safety and Environmental Protection, 163, 645-658 2022. (IF 6.9)
  10. U. Ahmad, S.R. Naqvi, I. Ali, F. Saleem, M.T. Mehran, U. Sikandar, and D. Juchelková, Biolubricant production from castor oil using iron oxide nanoparticles as an additive: Experimental, modelling and tribological assessment, Fuel, 324(A), 124565, 2022. (IF 6.7)
  11. H.H. Sait, A. Hussain, M. Bassyouni, I. Ali, R. Kanthasamy, B.V. Ayodele, and Y. Elhenawy, Hydrogen-Rich Syngas and Biochar Production by Non-Catalytic Valorization of Date Palm Seeds, Energies, 15(8), 2727, 2022. (IF 3.0)
  12. S.R. Naqvi, S.A.A. Taqvi, A. Khoja, I. Ali, M.T. Mehran, W. Farooq, N. Tippayawong, D. Juchelkova, and A. Atabani, Valorization of Wet Oily Petrochemical Sludge via Slow Pyrolysis: Thermo-Kinetics Assessment and Artificial Neural Network Modelling, Frontiers in Energy Research, 9, 782139, 2022. (IF 2.6)
  13. A. Hai, G. Bharath, I. Ali, M. Daud, I. Othman, K. Rambabua, M.A. Haija, S.W. Hasan, and F. Banat, Pyrolysis of Date Seeds Loaded with Layered Double Hydroxide: Kinetics, Thermodynamics, and Pyrolytic Gas Properties, Energy Conversion and Management, 252, 115127, 2022. (IF 9.9)
  14. A.E. Atabani, I. Ali, S.R. Naqvi, I.A. Badruddin, M. Aslam, E. Mahmoud, F. Almomani, D. Juchelková, M.R. Atelge, and T.M.Y. Khan, A state-of-the-art review on spent coffee ground (SCG) pyrolysis for future biorefinery, Chemosphere, 286 (2), 131730, 2022. (IF 8.1)
  15. M. Hussain, H. Zabiri, L.D. Tufa, S. Yusup, and I. Ali, A Kinetic Study and Thermal Decomposition Characteristics of Palm Kernel Shell Using Model-fitting and Model-free Methods, Biofuels, 13(1), 105-116, 2022. (IF 2.1)
  16. M.A. Khan, S.R. Naqvi, S.A.A. Taqvi, M. Shahbaz, I. Ali, M.T. Mehran, A.H. Khoja, and D. Juchelková, Air gasification of high-ash sewage sludge for hydrogen production: experimental, sensitivity and predictive analysis, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 47(88), 37374-37384, 2022. (IF 8.1)

2021

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. W. Farooq, I. Ali, S.R. Naqvi, M. Sajid, H.A. Khan, and S. Adamu, Evolved gas analysis and kinetics of catalytic and non-catalytic pyrolysis of microalgae Chlorella sp. biomass with Ni/θ-Al2O3 catalyst via thermogravimetric analysis, Frontiers in Energy Research, 9, 775037, 2021. (IF 2.6)
  2. Ayesha, M. Bilal, N. Rasool, S.G. Khan, U. Rashid, H. Altaf, and I. Ali, Synthesis of Indoles Via Intermolecular and Intramolecular Cyclization by Using Palladium-Based Catalysts, Catalysts, 11(9), 1018, 2021. (IF 3.8)
  3. A. Hai, G. Bharath, M. Daud, K. Rambabu, I. Ali, S.W. Hasan, P.L. Show, and F. Banat, Valorization of groundnut shell via pyrolysis: Product distribution, thermodynamic analysis, kinetic estimation, and artificial neural network modeling, Chemosphere, 283, 131162, 2021. (IF 8.1)
  4. W.H. Chen, W. Farooq, M. Shahbaz, S.R. Naqvi, I. Ali, T. Al-Ansari, and N.A.S. Amin, Current status of biohydrogen production from lignocellulosic biomass, technical challenges and commercial potential through pyrolysis process, Energy, 226, 120433, 2021. (IF 9)
  5. S.A. Khan, I. Ali, S.R. Naqvi, K. Li, M.T. Mehran, A.H. Khoja, A.A. Alarabi, and A.E. Atabani, Investigation of slow pyrolysis mechanism and kinetic modeling of Scenedesmus quadricauda biomass, Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis, 158, 105149, 2021. (IF 5.8)
  6. I. Ali, R. Tariq, S.R. Naqvi, A.H. Khoja, M.T. Mehran, M. Naqvi, and N. Gao, Kinetic and Thermodynamic Analyses of Dried Oily Sludge, Journal of the Energy Institute, 95, 30-40, 2021. (IF 5.6)
  7. M.A. Khan, D. Pattnaik, R. Ashraf, I. Ali, S. Kumar, and N. Donthu, Value of Special issues in the Journal of Business Research: A Bibliometric Analysis, Journal of Business Research, 125, 295-313, 2021. (IF 10.5)

2020

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. K.A.A. Alshareef, and I. Ali, Pyrolytic conversion of halophyte (Tetraena coccinea), Bioresource Technology Report, 12, 100577, 2020.
  2. Z. Hameed, S.R. Naqvi, M. Naqvi, I. Ali, S.A.A. Taqvi, N. Gao, S.A. Hussain, and S. Hussain, Comprehensive Review on Thermal Coconversion of Biomass, Sludge, Coal, and Their Blends Using Thermogravimetric Analysis, Journal of Chemistry, 5024369, 2020. (IF 2.8)
  3. M.A. Khan, I. Ali, and R. Ashraf, A Bibliometric Review of the Special Issues of Psychology & Marketing: 1984-2020, Psychology & Marketing, 37, 9, 1144-1170, 2020. (IF 8.9)
  4. S.R. Naqvi, I. Ali, S. Nisar, S.A. Taqvi, A.E. Atabani, and W.H. Chen, Assessment of agro-industrial residues for bioenergy potential by investigating thermo-kinetic behavior in a slow pyrolysis process, Fuel, 278, 118259, 2020. (IF 6.7)

2019

 

 

 

 

 

  1. I. Ali, and A. Bahadar, Thermogravimetric characteristics and non-isothermal kinetics of macro-algae with an emphasis on the possible partial gasification at higher temperature, Frontiers in Energy Research, 7, 7, 2019. (IF 2.6)
  2. S.R. Naqvi, Z. Hameed, R. Tariq, S.A. Taqvi, I. Ali, M.B.K. Niazi, T. Noor, A. Hussain, N. Iqbal, and M. Shahbaz, Synergistic effect on co-pyrolysis of rice husk and sewage sludge by thermal behavior, kinetics, thermodynamic parameters and artificial neural network, Waste Management, 85, 131-140, 2019. (IF 7.1)
  3. S.R. Naqvi, R. Tariq, Z. Hameed, I. Ali, M. Naqvi, W.H. Chen, S. Ceylan, H. Rashid, J. Ahmad, S. A. Taqvi, and M. Shahbaz, Pyrolysis of high ash sewage sludge: kinetics and thermodynamic analysis using Coats-Redfern method, Renewable Energy, 131, 854-860, 2019. (IF 9.0)    

2018

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Z. Hameed, Z. Aman, S.R. Naqvi, R. Tariq, I. Ali, and A.A. Makki, Kinetic and thermodynamic and analyses of sugarcane bagasse and sewage sludge co-pyrolysis process, Energy & Fuels, 233, 529-538, 2018. (IF 5.2)
  2. S.R. Naqvi, R. Tariq, Z. Hameed, I. Ali, S.A. Taqvi, M. Naqvi, M.B.K. Niazi, T. Noor, and W. Farooq, Pyrolysis of high-ash sewage sludge: thermo-kinetic study using TGA and artificial neural networks, Fuel, 233, 529-538, 2018. (IF 6.7)
  3. I. Ali, Misuse of pre-exponential factor in the kinetic and thermodynamic studies using thermogravimetric analysis and its implications, Bioresource Technology Report, 2, 88-91, 2018.
  4. I. Ali, Comments on ‘Evaluating the Bioenergy Potential of Chinese Liquor-Industry Waste through Pyrolysis, Thermogravimetric, Kinetics and Evolved Gas Analyses’ by Ye et Al. [Energy Convers. Manage. 163 (2018) 13-21], Energy Conversion and Management, 165, 869-870, 2018. (IF 9.9)
  5. I. Ali, O. A. Bamaga, L. Gzara, M. Bassyouni, M.H. Abdel-Aziz, M.F. Soliman, E. Drioli, and M. Albeirutty, Assessment of Blend PVDF Membranes, and the Effect of Polymer Concentration and Blend Composition, Membranes, 8(1), 13, 2018. (IF 3.3)
  6. I. Ali, S.R. Naqvi, and A. Bahadar, Kinetic analysis of Brotyococcus braunii pyrolysis using model- free and model fitting methods, Fuel, 214, 369-380, 2018. (IF 6.7)
  7. M. Bassyouni, I. Ali, and S.M.S. Abdel-hamid, Study of thermo-kinetics properties of graphite-micro- platelet enriched vinyl ester composites, Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, 131 (2), 1055-1065, 2018. (IF 3.0)   

2017

 

 

 

 

  1. I. Ali, H. Bahaitham, and R. Naebulharam, A comprehensive kinetics study of coconut shell waste pyrolysis, Bioresource Technology, 235, 1-11, 2017. (IF 9.7)
  2. M.F. Soliman, M. H. Abdel-Aziz, O. A. Bamaga, L. Gzara, S.F. Al-Sharif, M. Bassyouni, Z.A. Rehan, E. Drioli, M. Albeirutty, I. Ahmed, and I. Ali, Performance evaluation of blended PVDF membranes for desalination of seawater RO brine using direct contact membrane distillation, Desalination and Water Treatment, 63, 6-14, 2017. (IF 1.0)
  3. I. Ali, and A. Bahadar, Red Sea seaweed (Sargassum spp.) pyrolysis and its devolatilization kinetics, Algal Research, 21, 89-97, 2017. (IF 4.6)

2013

 

 

  1. I. Ali, S. urRehman, S.H. Ali, and A. Javaid, The effect of borax-modified starch on wheat straw-based paper properties, Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 128 (6), 3672-3677, 2013. (IF 2.7)
  2. J.F. Bloch, I. Ali, R. Passas, and S.R. du Roscoat. Papers as functional green materials, Multi Functioal Materials and Structures IV, Advanced Materials Research, 747, 715-718, 2013.   

 

Conferences and Proceeding Publications

2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. S.S.S. Alghanmi, F.A.M.A. Alsubhi, Y.Z.A.R. Alsubhi, A.M. Almalki and I. Ali, Hydrogen Separation from Gas Mixture: A Critical Review, In The International Conference of Harnessing Technology and Investment for Sustainable Future, Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, Port Said Branch, Port Said, Egypt, June 6-7, 2024.
  2. O.A.M. Alsobhi, A.W.A Alharbi, A.S.H. Albalawi, A.M.H. Albeladi, A.M. Almalki and I. Ali, Carbon Capture Technologies: A Key Tool for Climate Change Mitigation, In The International Conference of Harnessing Technology and Investment for Sustainable Future, Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, Port Said Branch, Port Said, Egypt, June 6-7, 2024.
  3. O.M.Q. Alharbi, E.A.H. Alyoubi, Y.A.S. Alsubhi, A. Majeed, M.A. Alyoubi, A.M. Almalki and I. Ali, Plastic Waste Separation Technologies: A Review and Analysis, In The International Conference of Harnessing Technology and Investment for Sustainable Future, Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, Port Said Branch, Port Said, Egypt, June 6-7, 2024.
  4. S.B. Zagabh, T.M. Aljahadi, A. Majdi, A.M. Almalki and I. Ali, Advancements and Future Directions in Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling, In The International Conference of Harnessing Technology and Investment for Sustainable Future, Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, Port Said Branch, Port Said, Egypt, June 6-7, 2024.
  5. A.A.H. Alqaydy, M.K.M. Alshemasi, M.A.A. Alfarsi, A.O.A. Bashaikh, A.M. Almalki and I. Ali, Metal-Organic Frameworks and Synthetic Polymers for Enhanced Water Decontamination, In The International Conference of Harnessing Technology and Investment for Sustainable Future, Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, Port Said Branch, Port Said, Egypt, June 6-7, 2024.

2023

 

T.T. Kumaar, R. Redrouthu, R. Kanthasamy, I. Ali, B.V. Ayodele, D-V.N. Vo, and K.V. Palani, Thermophysical properties and molecular interactions of fuel oxygenate mixture at different temperatures via Jouyban-Acree model, AIP Conference Proceedings, 2682(1), 050012, 2023.

2021

S.R. Naqvi, I. Ali, and A.E. Atabani, Solid Waste Landfilling/Dumping for a Cleaner Management: A Case Study of Scientometric Analysis of Last 20 Years and Prospects, Science Proceedings Series, 3(1), 86-91, 2021.

2019

 

I. Ali, H. Bahaitham, M. Saleem, A. Salam, R. Naebulharam, A.S. Nizami, and M. Rehan, Linear versus Non-linear Adsorption Kinetics of Methylene Blue on Raw and Chemically Activated Sawdust, HERAKLION 2019, 7th International Conference on Sustainable Solid Waste Management, Crete, Greece, June 2019.       

2018

 

A. Alharthi, and I. Ali, Plant Design for the Conversion of 2 ton/hr Date Palm Waste into Syn Gas, In The 1st World Conference on By-Products of Palm Trees and their Applications (ByPalma), poster 56, Aswan, Egypt, December 15-17, 2018.       

2017

 

 

 

  1. M. Saleem, and I. Ali, Machine Learning Based Prediction of Pyrolytic Conversion for Red Sea Seaweed, In 7th International Conference on Biological, Chemical & Environmental Sciences (BCES-2017), Conference Proceedings, pages 23-27, Budapest, Hungary, September 6-7, 2017.
  2. I. Ali, H. Bahaitham, and R. Naebulharam, Pyrolytic kinetics of coconut shell waste using Ramped PyrOx, In 16th International Conference on Sustainable Energy Technologies, Conference Proceedings, page ID 341, Bologna, Italy, July 17-20, 2017.

2013

J.F. Bloch, I. Ali, R. Passas, and S.R. du Roscoat, Papers as functional green materials, In The 4th International Conference on Multi-Functional Materials and Structures (MFMS 2013), Bangkok Thailand, July 14-17, 2013.       

2012

 

 

 

 

  1. I. Ali, R. Passas, and J.F. Bloch, Evolution of the fibre cell wall properties during drying and rewetting cycles, In FP 1105 COST Action Stockholm Meeting, Understanding wood cell wall structure, biopolymer interaction and composition: implications for current products and new materials, Stockholm, Sweden, December 3, 2012.
  2. I. Ali, R. Passas, and J.F. Bloch, Effect of recycling on fibre wall of bleached softwood kraft pulp, In International Symposium on Paradigms for Pulp and Paper Industry in XXI Century: Opportunities for a Sustainable Future, Conference Proceedings, page SPP-61, Seville, Spain, June 24-27, 2012.

2011

I. Ali, R. Passas, and J.F. Bloch, Effect of recycling on fibre morphology, In Progress in Paper Physics Seminar 2011, Conference Proceedings, page 263, Graz, Austria, September 5-8, 2011.              

 

Books and Chapters

2024

A. Khan, H. Farid, and I. Ali, Bibliometric Analysis of Dubious Research, in: Bibliometrics - An Essential Methodological Tool for Research Projects, IntechOpen, 2024.

2023

M. Rehan, M. Amjad, A. Al-Muhtaseb, M.A. Qyyum, K. Moustakas, S.S. Lam, A.S. Nizami, M. Tabatabaei, I. Ali, A.M. Ali, and M. Farooq, Integrated waste biorefineries: Achieving sustainable development goals, Frontiers Media SA, 2023.

2012

I. Ali, Study of the mechanical behavior of recycled fibers. Applications to papers and paperboards, Université de Grenoble, 2012.

 

Appointments, Roles & Responsibilities

2025-ongoing

 

 

 

Associate Professor - Department of Chemical Engineering

Prince Mohamed Bin Fahd, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

  • Corrosion Engineering (MEEN 4341)
  • Heat Transfer (MEEN 3333)

2019-2024

 

 

 

 

 

Associate Professor - Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering

King Abdulaziz University, Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

  • Materials Science and Engineering (CHEN 212)
  • Thermodynamics of Materials (CHEN 302)
  • Electrochemistry and Corrosion Engineering (CHEN 311)
  • Separation Processes (CHEN 333)
  • Senior Design Project (CHEN 499)
  • Research Thesis (CHEN 699)

2014-2024

 

 

 

 

ABET Coordinator - Chemical Engineering program

King Abdulaziz University, Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

  • Prepared spreadsheet to assess Direct and Indirect ABET SOs
  • Prepared Self Study Reports (SSR) for two ABET accreditation cycles
  • Executed transition from old ABET SOs to new ABET SOs
  • Managed two ABET accreditation review cycles

2014-2024

 

 

 

Member of ABET committee - Faculty of Engineering – Rabigh

King Abdulaziz University, Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

  • Prepared Self Study Reports (SSR) for two ABET accreditation cycles
  • Carried transition from old ABET SOs to new ABET SOs

2020-2021

 

 

 

 

Member of Scientific Research Unit - Faculty of Engineering – Rabigh

King Abdulaziz University, Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

  • Collected and analyzed individual researcher data, aggregating it by department to provide a comprehensive overview of research productivity and impact
  • Identified key research focus areas in each department and the faculty as a whole
  • Prepared a detailed report outlining recommendations to enhance research productivity and impact

2014-2019

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assistant Professor - Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering

King Abdulaziz University, Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

  • Fluid and Particle Mechanics (CHEN 231)
  • Unit Operations Lab (CHEN 431)
  • Advanced Physical Chemistry (CHEN 602)

Seminars and Workshops

  • Presented a seminar on effective communication skills
  • Delivered a workshop on problem solving using spreadsheet
  • Delivered two workshops on creating appealing and effective CVs

2015-2019

 

 

 

Advisor - AIChE Student Chapter

King Abdulaziz University, Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

  • Chartered an AIChE student Chapter
  • Administered AIChE Student Chapter affairs

2013-2014

 

 

 

Coordinator - Chemical Engineering program

Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Topi, Pakistan

  • Developed Chemical Engineering Curriculum
  • Cost Estimation and Development of Chemical Engineering Laboratories

2013-2014

 

 

 

Advisor - AIChE Student Chapter

Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Topi, Pakistan

  • Chartered an AIChE Student Chapter
  • Administered AIChE Student Chapter affairs

2012-2014

 

 

 

 

 

Assistant Professor - Faculty of Materials Science and Engineering

Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Topi, Pakistan

  • Industrial Chemistry (MM101)
  • Introduction to Engineering Materials (MM102)
  • Industrial Processes (CH211)
  • Petro-chemistry (CH231)
  • Chemical Lab I (CH251)
  • Chemical Lab II (CH351)

2010-2011

 

Supervisor of Internee

Grenoble INP-Pagora, Grenoble, France

2010

 

 

 

 

Laboratory Instructor - Refining practical sessions

Grenoble INP-Pagora, Grenoble, France

  • Morphology (MorFi LB-01)
  • Fractionation (Bauer McNETT classifier)
  • Drainage (Schopper Riegler and Drainage factor)
  • Swelling ability (Water retention value)

2003-2008

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chemical Engineer PBD and Research Executive R&D

Packages Limited, Lahore, Pakistan

  • Increased production capacity of paper machine PM1 by optimizing the retention and drainage aid system
  • Reduced fiber burr/dust on the rotogravure printing machine by using a cross-linker in oxidized starch at the paper machine PM1 size press
  • Developed a stiffer board to avoid bulging Pall Mall (PTC Limited) cigarette cartons
  • Reduced the cost of liquid packaging board (Tetra Pak®) by using higher bulk bleached chemi-thermo mechanical pulp (BCTMP)
  • Reduced the cost of white paper by increasing tensile strength using starch with borax.
  • Developed a new high bulk additive to reduce costs
  • Reduced paper machine downtime through smoother operations, timely decisions, and effective liaisons between various departments
  • Participated in the revamping of the steam and condensate system of paper machines (PM1 and PM5) to increase productivity
  • Participated in the conversion of paper machine PM5 from acidic to alkaline sizing (AKD and ASA)

 

Editorial Appointments

2024-ongoing

 

Early Career Editorial Board

Results in Engineering (Elsevier)

2024-ongoing

 

Associate Editor

Environment, Development and Sustainability (Springer)

2024-ongoing

 

Editorial Board

Journal of Renewable Energy and Environment (MERC & IAChE)

2019-ongoing

 

Review Editor

Frontiers in Energy Research (Frontiers)

2023-2024

 

Guest Editor

Chemosphere (Elsevier)

2023-2024

 

 

Guest Editor

Energies (MDPI)

Topic: Advances in Sustainable Energy from Biomass and Waste

2022

 

 

Guest Editor

Energies (MDPI)

Topic: Comprehensive Utilization and Technology of Biomass

2022

 

 

Guest Associate Editor

Frontiers in Energy Research (Frontiers)

Topic: Integrated Waste Biorefineries: Achieving Sustainable Development Goals

2021

 

 

Guest Editor

Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery (Springer)

Topic: Sustainable energy conversion technologies of non-lignocellulosic organic wastes to future Biorefineries

 

Conference Appointments

2023

 

 

Scientific Committee

1st Middle East Chemical Engineering Symposium (MEChES 2023), 18-19 October 2023

Khalifa University, United Arab Emirates

2023

 

 

 

International Scientific Committee

The 6th International Conference on Alternative Fuels, Energy & Environment: Future and Challenges (ICAFEE 2023), 6-8 October 2023

Erciyes University Kayseri, Türkiye

 

Corrosion Engineering MEEN 4341
Heat Transfer MEEN 3333
Materials Science and Engineering CHEN 212
Fluid and Particle Mechanics CHEN 231
Thermodynamics of Materials CHEN 302
Electrochemistry and Corrosion Engineering CHEN 311
Separation Processes CHEN 333 
Unit Operations Lab CHEN 431
Senior Design Project CHEN 499
Advanced Physical Chemistry CHEN 602
Research Thesis CHEN 699
Industrial Chemistry MM101
Introduction to Engineering Materials MM102
Industrial Processes CH211
Petro-chemistry CH213
Chemical Lab I CH251
Chemical Lab II CH351

 

2024-ongoing

 

Senior Member

International Association for Carbon Capture (IACC), United Kingdom

2013-ongoing

 

Senior Member

American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), United States of America

2004-ongoing

 

Professional Engineer

Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Pakistan