Chemical engineers role in Biofuels technology and applications
11th August 2017, Friday, 2:30pm, LHC308
Profile of Prof. Lewis:-
·Involved with commercializing the production of sustainable oils from organic feedstocks.
·An experienced Chartered Chemical Engineer with a strong background in leadership. He is proficient at motivating teams and has operated in the mining, automation, hospitality and defense industries.
·Has spent the last 10 years developing new commercial opportunities focused on sustainable products from renewable feedstocks such as biomass and organic wastes.
·Teaches Chemical Engineering undergraduate students and supervises postgraduate students on projects involving bioprocess technology research and development, and has international recognition in the biomass processing industry.
·Has a focus on leadership, education and mentoring, efficiency, quality and safety and is experienced in developing business opportunities for project executions.
Schedule of the event is as follows:
1.Introduction by University of Adelaide – 10 mins
2.Masterclass by Prof David Lewis, School of Chemical Engineering –1 hour
3.Questions and Discussions