“Biotechnology plays an increasingly important role in achieving a sustainable society”
2024-11-11
Amir Mahboubi Soufiani is a new Associate Professor in Resource Recovery. On 29 November, he will give a lecture on his research journey titled “A time went to waste”.
Time: 10:00 AM
Place: C203
What is the most interesting in your research area?
– It is how closely the research is connected to everyday life and our journey towards a sustainable society. In the Biotechnology group at the Swedish Centre for Resource Recovery, we focus on converting everyday organic residues and waste streams such, as food waste and agricultural residues, into valuable sustainable products like biofuels, bioplastics, food, and feed. These are things we all interact with in some way, whether it is the energy that powers our cars, or the packaging we use. Biotechnology will play an increasingly important role in creating sustainable solutions in society over the coming years, helping industries to operate more efficiently and responsibly while preserving our natural resources. This not only benefits the environment but also ensures a healthier, and more sustainable, future for us all.
How did your interest in biotechnology begin?
– I came into contact with the world of biotechnology during my master’s studies at the University of Borås. Although the transition from my previous field of study, materials engineering, was not easy and straightforward, the attraction to biotechnology was so strong that it was worth the challenge.
What is the title of your lecture on 29 November?
– I don’t think it’s far from the truth if I call my research journey “A time went to waste!”
What is it about?
– It focuses on my research journey, from before I started at the University of Borås to today. I will present my research on converting waste and residues into new valuable bioproducts, such as so-called acidogenic fermentation in chemical production platforms, cultivation of filamentous fungi for various applications, and membrane technology and membrane bioreactors in bioprocesses.
Who is the lecture aimed at?
– It may be of greater interest to students and researchers. However, like other research areas rooted in natural sciences, it contains popular science elements and can appeal to anyone curious about how biotechnology contributes to sustainability.
What does the merit Associate Professor mean to you?
– Becoming an Associate Professor is a significant milestone in my academic journey. It is a recognition of my research and teaching efforts, and it motivates me to continue developing.
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About Amir Mahboubi Soufiani’s research
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