Prof. Mir Mohammad Alavi Nikje | Polyurethane | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Mir Mohammad Alavi Nikje | Polyurethane | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Polyurethane, Imam khomeini International University, Iran

Mir Mohammad Alavi Nikje is an Iranian professor specializing in Organic Chemistry. He was born in 1969 in Ardebil, Iran. Currently, he holds the position of Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Faculty of Science, Imam Khomeini International University in Qazvin, Iran. He is married and can be contacted at his office address: Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Imam Khomeini International University, P.O.Box 288, Qazvin, Iran.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Prof. Mir Mohammad Alavi Nikje has a diverse educational background, having earned his B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry from Tehran University, Tehran, Iran, in 1987-1991. He furthered his studies with an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry from Tehran University, Tehran, Iran, completing this degree in 1991-1994. Continuing his academic pursuits, Prof. Nikje achieved a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Teacher Training University, Tehran, Iran, in 1995-2001. His academic journey reflects a commitment to advancing his knowledge and expertise in the field of chemistry, particularly in organic chemistry.

Research Interest:

Prof. Mir Mohammad Alavi Nikje has expertise and research interests in various areas of polymer chemistry and waste management. His work encompasses polymer recycling and functionalization, organic preparation, bio-based polymers, and composites. He also focuses on nanocomposites, polyurethane synthesis and application, and the application of microwave techniques in polymer chemistry. Additionally, Prof. Nikje is involved in research related to waste recycling, including domestic, urban, and hospital waste. He also works on waste water treatment, particularly for high BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand) and COD (Chemical Oxygen Demand) contained water wastes, contributing to sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions.

Patents:

Prof. Mir Mohammad Alavi Nikje holds several patents in the field of polymer chemistry and waste management. One of his patents, Iranian Patent No. 39078 from 2006, is related to the chemical recycling of PET wastes and the application of the recyclate in the production of rigid polyurethane foams. Another patent, Iranian Patent No. 40802 from 2007, focuses on the chemical recycling of rigid polyurethane foams. Additionally, Prof. Nikje has a patent (Iranian Patent No. 740803, 2007) for the recycling of polyol from flexible foam wastes and its application in the production of both rigid and flexible foams. His most recent patent, from 2021, involves the conversion of PET scraps to oil-modified APP for producing metal face polyurethane sandwich panels. These patents highlight Prof. Nikje’s innovative work in developing sustainable solutions for polymer recycling and the production of high-quality foams.

Other Activities:

During his sabbatical leave at UPM, Malaysia in 2010-2011, Prof. Mir Mohammad Alavi Nikje conducted research on wastewater treatment, focusing on urban, hospital, and industrial waste management and recycling. He gained valuable experience in treating urban, hospital, and industrial waste at both pilot and industrial scales using innovative methods. Prof. Nikje is also a regular reviewer for several prestigious journals, including the “Journal of Applied Polymer Science,” “Iranian Rubber Magazine,” “Journal of Applied Chemical Researches,” “Polymer International,” and “Iranian Polymer Journal.” His expertise and contributions as a reviewer demonstrate his commitment to advancing research in polymer science and waste management.

Publications:

  1. Polyurethane waste reduction and recycling: From bench to pilot scales
    • Authors: MMA Nikje, AB Garmarudi, AB Idris
    • Citations: 85
    • Year: 2011
  2. Microwave‐assisted depolymerization of poly (ethylene terephthalate)[PET] at atmospheric pressure
    • Authors: MMA Nikje, F Nazari
    • Citations: 67
    • Year: 2006
  3. Thermal and mechanical properties of polyurethane rigid foam/modified nanosilica composite
    • Authors: MMA Nikje, ZM Tehrani
    • Citations: 64
    • Year: 2010
  4. Silanization of multi-walled carbon nanotubes and the study of its effects on the properties of polyurethane rigid foam nanocomposites
    • Authors: A Yaghoubi, MMA Nikje
    • Citations: 59
    • Year: 2018
  5. Microwave assisted “split-phase” glycolysis of polyurethane flexible foam wastes
    • Authors: MM Alavi Nikje, M Nikrah, M Haghshenas
    • Citations: 50
    • Year: 2007
  6. Glycerin as a new glycolysing agent for chemical recycling of cold cure polyurethane foam wastes in “split-phase” condition
    • Authors: MM Alavi Nikje, M Nikrah
    • Citations: 48
    • Year: 2007
  7. Microwave-assisted polyurethane bond cleavage via hydroglycolysis process at atmospheric pressure
    • Authors: MMA Nikje, M Nikrah, FHA Mohammadi
    • Citations: 43
    • Year: 2008
  8. Regeneration of polyol by pentaerythritol-assisted glycolysis of flexible polyurethane foam wastes
    • Authors: NMM ALAVI, GA BAGHERI
    • Citations: 41
    • Year: 2010
  9. Preparation of magnetic polyurethane rigid foam nanocomposites
    • Authors: MM Alavi Nikje, MA Farahmand Nejad, K Shabani, M Haghshenas
    • Citations: 37
    • Year: 2013
  10. Glycolysis of polycarbonate wastes with microwave irradiation
    • Authors: MM Nikje
    • Citations: 37
    • Year: 2011