Onsi Hanafi
@onsihanafi
Dedicated chemical engineer focused on sustainable energy and materials.
FinlandWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated chemical engineer with a strong focus on sustainable energy and materials science. Currently pursuing my MSc in Polymer Technology at Aalto University, I have a solid foundation in chemical engineering, having previously completed my Bachelor's at the American University of Beirut. My academic journey has been marked by a commitment to ecological transition and innovative contributions towards carbon neutrality and circular economy.
Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience in various roles, including a PhD candidate position at Maastricht University, where I am working on improving the properties of mycelium for sustainable applications. My previous roles as a project engineer and research assistant have equipped me with practical skills in process optimization, project management, and experimental research, particularly in the fields of bio-based materials and waste valorization.
I thrive in collaborative environments and am always eager to learn new skills. My goal is to contribute to impactful projects that align with my passion for sustainability and innovation in the chemical engineering domain.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
PhD Candidate
Maastricht University
Oct 2023 - Feb 2024 (4 months)
Working on the crosslinking of mycelium aiming at improving its physio-chemical and mechanical properties.
Research Assistant
Aalto University
Jan 2024 - Feb 2024 (1 month)
Synthesis and characterization of bio-based polyamides using furan dicarboxylic acid.
Project Engineer
Futerro
Apr 2022 - Sep 2022 (5 months)
Estimated production price of critical raw materials for manufacturing polylactic acid (PLA) and contributed to process design studies.
Project Collaborator
Delft Global Initiative
Feb 2021 - Sep 2021 (7 months)
Collaborated on a sustainable palm oil project for the valorisation of palm oil wastes and production of clean water.
Intern
Zero Emission Fuels (ZEF)
Jan 2021 - Feb 2021 (1 month)
Designed and built experimental prototypes for direct air capture aiming at CO2 or methanol production.
Participant
Worley
Oct 2020 - Oct 2020 (0 months)
Participated in a design competition focused on utilizing captured CO2 and evaluated various CCU technologies.
Intern
Science Technology & Consulting (STC)
May 2018 - Jun 2018 (1 month)
Conducted experimental research on solid lead paste recycling and modeled solid-liquid separation processes.
Research Assistant
American University of Beirut
Jun 2017 - Jul 2017 (1 month)
Tested Polyurethane membranes for oil and water separation and assessed their quality through oil recovery measurements.
Research Assistant
Queen’s University Belfast
Jun 2016 - Aug 2016 (2 months)
Researched wastewater treatment using biowaste and identified optimum conditions for dye removal through biosorption.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MUMaastricht University
PhD, Chemical Engineering
2024 - 2025
PhD candidate working on the crosslinking of mycelium to improve its physio-chemical and mechanical properties.
Aalto University
MSc. Polymer Technology, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science
2023 - 2024
Studied Polymer Technology focusing on the synthesis and characterization of bio-based polyamides, using furan dicarboxylic acid.
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
MSc., Sustainable Energy Technology
2022 - 2023
Pursued MSc. in Sustainable Energy Technology, dedicated to sustainable development and ecological transition.
Delft University of Technology
Bachelor’s, Chemical Engineering
2018 - 2021
Grade: 80.7, Dean’s Honor List in 2016 and 2018
Completed Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, focusing on sustainable development and contributing to carbon neutrality.
ABAmerican University of Beirut
Bachelor’s, Chemical Engineering
2016 - 2018
Research assistant studying membrane technology for oil and water separation, focusing on Polyurethane membranes.
QBQueen’s University Belfast
Research Assistant, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
2016 - 2016
Research assistant focusing on wastewater treatment using biowaste, optimizing conditions for dye removal through biosorption.
Availability
Location
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