Scientific Researcher at Innovation Research Institute of Zhejiang University of Technology, China.
Dr. Muhammad Sajid Khan is an energy systems researcher with a strong focus on renewable and sustainable technologies for power, hydrogen, and ammonia production. With an engineering background and an international academic footprint across China, North Cyprus, and Pakistan, Dr. Khan blends advanced modeling techniques with applied thermodynamics to propose efficient, green energy solutions. His expertise in energy software tools such as EES, Aspen Plus, and SAM has allowed him to lead and support various interdisciplinary research initiatives. He is a recipient of multiple international scholarships and awards, including the Outstanding International Student Award at Zhejiang University of Technology.
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Educational Details
Dr. Muhammad Sajid Khan received his Doctor of Engineering degree in Chemical Process Equipment from Zhejiang University of Technology, China (2019–2023), under the prestigious Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC). His doctoral research focused on the integration of municipal solid waste incineration plants with solar thermal systems for power and hydrogen production. He earned his Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Eastern Mediterranean University, North Cyprus (2016–2018), with a thesis on solar parabolic dish-driven recompression s-CO₂ Brayton cycles. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan (2004–2008).
Professional Experience
Dr. Khan has served as an academic mentor and external examiner across various universities and research projects. He is currently a co-supervisor of multiple master’s and PhD theses related to solar energy systems, ammonia synthesis, and hybrid multi-generation technologies at Zhejiang University of Technology and Mirpur University of Science & Technology. He has also contributed as an external expert in several master’s thesis evaluations focusing on heat exchanger design, nanofluids, and cooling technologies. In 2024, he joined the editorial board of the International Journal of Materials Science and Applications.
Research Interest
Dr. Khan’s research spans waste-to-energy incineration, concentrated solar thermal systems, solar hydrogen production, renewable energy integration, multi-generation systems, SOEC-based ammonia synthesis, and nanofluid-enhanced heat transfer. He specializes in energy modeling, thermodynamic and exergo-economic analysis of hybrid systems.
Author Metrics
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Total Citations: 1,337
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h-index: 19
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i10-index: 30
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Total Publications: 10+ peer-reviewed journal articles
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Editorial Role: Member, International Journal of Materials Science and Applications (Since 2024)
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Reviewer for High-Impact Journals:
• Energy Conversion and Management
• Renewable Energy
• Energy
• Process Safety and Environmental Protection
• Case Studies in Thermal Engineering
• Journal of Building Engineering
• International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
• Journal of Cleaner Production
• Sustainable Cities and Society
Top Noted Publication
1. “Intelligent techniques for forecasting electricity consumption of buildings”
KP Amber, R Ahmad, MW Aslam, A Kousar, M Usman, MS Khan
Energy, Vol. 157, pp. 886–893, 2018
Citations: 229
➤ Focused on AI-based modeling for building energy consumption prediction.
2.”Comparative performance assessment of solar dish assisted s-CO₂ Brayton cycle using nanofluids”
MS Khan, M Abid, HM Ali, KP Amber, MA Bashir, S Javed
Applied Thermal Engineering, Vol. 148, pp. 295–306, 2019
Citations: 155
➤ Investigated nanofluid-enhanced solar thermal cycles for efficient energy conversion.
3.“Internal convective heat transfer of nanofluids in different flow regimes: A comprehensive review”
S Javed, HM Ali, H Babar, MS Khan, MM Janjua, MA Bashir
Physica A: Statistical Mechanics and Its Applications, Vol. 538, 122783, 2020
Citations: 87
➤ Provided a detailed review on nanofluid heat transfer characteristics under various flow regimes.
4. “Thermodynamic analysis and comparison of different absorption cycles driven by evacuated tube solar collector utilizing hybrid nanofluids”
M Abid, MS Khan, TAH Ratlamwala, MN Malik, HM Ali, Q Cheok
Energy Conversion and Management, Vol. 246, 114673, 2021
Citations: 79
➤ Explored solar absorption cycles with enhanced performance using hybrid nanofluids.
5. “Thermodynamic and exergoeconomic analysis of a novel solar-assisted multigenerational system utilizing high temperature phase change material and hybrid nanofluid”
MS Khan, M Abid, MA Bashir, KP Amber, S Khanmohammadi, M Yan
Energy Conversion and Management, Vol. 236, 113948, 2021
Citations: 67
➤ Developed an innovative multigeneration model using solar thermal and advanced materials.
Conclusion
Dr. Muhammad Sajid Khan exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding researcher: strong publication record, interdisciplinary focus, international collaboration, and real-world relevance. His academic metrics, coupled with his involvement in high-impact projects and scholarly leadership, make him highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award.