Parvane Saeid
Auburn
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Auburn University
Auburn
01.2024 - Current
- Developed process simulation models using SuperPro Designer for sustainable fractionation of pecan shell agricultural waste, facilitating hemicellulose isolation, lignin dissolution, precipitation, and solvent recovery.
- Performed Techno-Economic Analysis (TEA) to evaluate economic feasibility (NPV) across scenarios, identifying Steam Explosion with Ether (SE-Ether) as the optimal configuration.
- Conducted sensitivity analysis to identify key process parameters (e.g., antisolvent ratio) influencing economics and environmental performance.
- Contributed to the development of integrated TEA–LCA multi-objective optimization framework for pollution prevention and circular economy in lignocellulosic biorefineries.
Technical and Engineering Expert
Abade Cement Company
Tehran
11.2017 - 12.2021
- Monitored production operations and analyzed process performance reports, enhancing resource efficiency and minimizing waste generation.
- Collaborated with laboratory teams on raw material quality assessments, ensuring environmental compliance and supporting pollution prevention efforts.
- Contributed to operational planning and scheduling, promoting manufacturing sustainability and resource conservation.
Education
Ph.D. - Chemical Engineering
Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama, United States05-2026
M.S. - Energy and Environment Engineering
University of Tehran
Tehran, Iran06-2019
B.S. - Chemical Engineering
University of Kurdistan
Kurdistan, Iran09-2016
Skills
- Process Design Software
- Process Modeling Tools
- Research Methodologies
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Data analysis
- Data Analysis Techniques
- Programming: Python
- Programming: MATLAB
- Microsoft Office Suite
Languages
- English
- Persian, Native
- English, IELTS Overall Band Score: 7.0
Awards
- Top-ranked Graduate Student by GPA, University of Tehran, 2019
- Top-ranked Undergraduate Student by GPA, University of Kurdistan, 2015
Publications
- Saeid, P., Pazoki, M., & Zeinolabedini, M., 2022, Optimization of biogas production from sugar bagasse in anaerobic digestion using genetic algorithm., Modeling Earth Systems and Environment.
- Saeid, P., Zeinolabedini, M., & Khamforoush, M., 2022, Simulation of a cross-flow ultrafiltration PSF-PVP membrane separation using finite element analysis to separate soybean oil-water emulsion., Iranian Polymer Journal.
- Saeid, P., & Rahmanian, N., 2024, Bio-Energy Programs in Europe., Elsevier Book Chapter.
- Saeid, P., & Rahmanian, N., 2024, Geothermal Well Systems and Reservoir Aspects: Drilling, Completion, and Energy Extraction Methods., Elsevier Book Chapter.
Research Interests
- Sustainable Process Systems Engineering
- Integrated Techno-Economic Analysis (TEA) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
- Lignocellulosic Biomass Fractionation
- Agricultural Waste Valorization and Management
- Pollution Prevention
- Lignin Valorization
- Circular Economy
- Process Simulation and Multi-objective Optimization
- Sustainable Biorefinery Design
Research
Graduate Research Assistant, Auburn University, 01/01/24, Present, Developed process simulation models using SuperPro Designer for sustainable fractionation of pecan shell agricultural waste, including hemicellulose isolation, lignin dissolution, precipitation, and solvent recovery., Performed Techno-Economic Analysis (TEA) to evaluate economic feasibility (NPV) across multiple scenarios and identified Steam Explosion with Ether (SE-Ether) as the most favorable configuration., Conducted sensitivity analysis to determine key process parameters (e.g., antisolvent ratio) affecting economics and environmental performance., Contributed to the development of integrated TEA–LCA multi-objective optimization framework for pollution prevention and circular economy in lignocellulosic biorefineries.
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Auburn University
01.2024 - Current
Technical and Engineering Expert
Abade Cement Company
11.2017 - 12.2021
Ph.D. - Chemical Engineering
Auburn University
M.S. - Energy and Environment Engineering
University of Tehran
B.S. - Chemical Engineering
University of Kurdistan