Pozhhan Mokhtari
Postdoctoral Research Associate & Engineer specializing in Sustainable Materials and High-Tech Ceramics
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Education
Sabanci University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) / 2019
Middle East Technical University
Master of Science (MSc) / 2014
Azad University
Bachelor of Science (BSc) / 2007
Experience
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Post-Doctoral Research Associate / January, 2024 — Present
Research project application of geopolymers in geothermal oil wells funded by Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL). Rare Earth Element Extraction (REE) from Mine Tailings Funded by PRI-ISGS.
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship / February, 2022 — January, 2024
Research project on 4D printing of reinforced geopolymers and geopolymer composites funded by ERDC's Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL).
Post-Doctoral Research Associate / January, 2024 — January
Research project application of geopolymers in geothermal oil wells funded by Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL). Rare Earth Element Extraction (REE) from Mine Tailings Funded by PRI-ISGS.
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship / February, 2022 — January, 2024
Research project on 4D printing of reinforced geopolymers and geopolymer composites funded by ERDC's Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL).
Post-Doctoral Research Associate / January, 2024 — Present
Research project application of geopolymers in geothermal oil wells funded by Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL). Rare Earth Element Extraction (REE) from Mine Tailings Funded by PRI-ISGS.
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship / February, 2022 — January, 2024
Research project on 4D printing of reinforced geopolymers and geopolymer composites funded by ERDC's Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL).
KEANETECH LLC
Research Engineer / January, 2023 — Present
Working on high-tech ceramics for various applications and geopolymer-based air and water purification materials.
Research Engineer / January, 2023 — January
Working on high-tech ceramics for various applications and geopolymer-based air and water purification materials.
Research Engineer / January, 2023 — Present
Working on high-tech ceramics for various applications and geopolymer-based air and water purification materials. Company Overview: https:keanetech.comabout-us
Sabanci University Nanotechnology Center (SUNUM)
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship / April, 2021 — January, 2022
Research project on the nanofabrication of ceramic-based wearable sensors; worked in a clean room funded by TUBITAK.
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship / April, 2021 — January, 2022
Research project on the nanofabrication of ceramic-based wearable sensors; worked in a clean room funded by TUBITAK.
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship / April, 2021 — January, 2022
Research project on the nanofabrication of ceramic-based wearable sensors; worked in a clean room funded by TUBITAK.
Sabanci University
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship / November, 2019 — August, 2020
Research project on geo-polymerization of mining waste materials funded by AKcanSA Heidelberg Cement.
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship / November, 2019 — August, 2020
Research project on geo-polymerization of mining waste materials funded by AKcanSA Heidelberg Cement.
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship / November, 2019 — August, 2020
Research project on geo-polymerization of mining waste materials funded by AKcanSA Heidelberg Cement.
AkcanSA-Heidelberg Cement
Research Assistant / January, 2015 — August, 2019
Collaborating with Heidelberg Cement I investigated the SCM-Based Composite Cements to create eco-friendly and low-cost construction solutions. This project underscored my commitment to sustainable materials research and waste valorization.
Research Assistant / January, 2015 — August, 2019
Collaborating with Heidelberg Cement I investigated the SCM-Based Composite Cements to create eco-friendly and low-cost construction solutions. This project underscored my commitment to sustainable materials research and waste valorization.
Research Assistant / January, 2015 — August, 2019
Collaborating with Heidelberg Cement I investigated the SCM-Based Composite Cements to create eco-friendly and low-cost construction solutions. This project underscored my commitment to sustainable materials research and waste valorization.
EPFL (cole Polytechnique Fdrale de Lausanne)
Doctoral School (visiting PhD student) / June, 2017 — December, 2017
Characterization methods and materials design adopted for limestone calcined clay cement (LC3 technology).
Doctoral School (visiting PhD student) / June, 2017 — December, 2017
Characterization methods and materials design adopted for limestone calcined clay cement (LC3 technology).
Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research
Internship Trainer / March, 2017 — March, 2017
Basics and Applications of the Rietveld Method and Advanced X-Ray Diffraction Methods.
Internship Trainer / March, 2017 — March, 2017
Basics and Applications of the Rietveld Method and Advanced X-Ray Diffraction Methods.
Internship Trainer / March, 2017 — March, 2017
Basics and Applications of the Rietveld Method and Advanced X-Ray Diffraction Methods.
University of AmirKabir (Tehran Polytechnic)
Research Assistant / September, 2006 — March, 2007
Optimizing the design of Inertial Ventilation systems in mines especially coal mines.
Research Assistant / September, 2006 — March, 2007
Optimizing the design of Inertial Ventilation systems in mines especially coal mines.
Research Assistant / September, 2006 — March, 2007
Optimizing the design of Inertial Ventilation systems in mines especially coal mines.
University of Tehran
Research Assistant / January, 2006 — January, 2006
Analyzing and testing the differences in Germanium and Silicon characteristics in photocell production. Used for preparing the mine electricity requirements.
Research Assistant / January, 2006 — January, 2006
Analyzing and testing the differences in Germanium and Silicon characteristics in photocell production. Used for preparing the mine electricity requirements.
Research Assistant / January, 2006 — January, 2006
Analyzing and testing the differences in Germanium and Silicon characteristics in photocell production. Used for preparing the mine electricity requirements.
SLB (Schlumberger)
Intern / January, 2005 — April, 2005
Working on optimizing subsurface analysis workflows and gaining hands-on experience with advanced reservoir characterization and production optimization technologies.
Intern / January, 2005 — April, 2005
Working on optimizing subsurface analysis workflows and gaining hands-on experience with advanced reservoir characterization and production optimization technologies.
Intern / January, 2005 — April, 2005
Working on optimizing subsurface analysis workflows and gaining hands-on experience with advanced reservoir characterization and production optimization technologies.
Plantaer Inc
Chief Scientist Office (CSO) / October, 2025 — Present
Working on phosphate based binders
EPFL (école Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne)
Doctoral School (visiting PhD student) / June, 2017 — December, 2017
Characterization methods and materials design adopted for limestone calcined clay cement (LC3 technology).
North Industrial Electricity Company (N.I.E.C)
Geotechnical Consultant / July, 2007 — January, 2010
As a supervisor for designing and performing the high-voltage transmission post foundations and remedial measurements.
Geotechnical Consultant / July, 2007 — January, 2010
As a supervisor for designing and performing the high-voltage transmission post foundations and remedial measurements.
I.O.O.C Oil Company (Falat Qareh)
Intern / July, 2007 — September, 2007
Working on drilling methods B.O.P. testing top drive installation general procedures trepanation changing system oil exploration exploiting etc. Khark Island is a standard oil trap in Iran and Kuwait and it is on the Soroush Rig floor. Lavan Island Central Oil Trap Salman and Alborz Rig Floor.
Intern / July, 2007 — September, 2007
Working on drilling methods B.O.P. testing top drive installation general procedures trepanation changing system oil exploration exploiting etc. Khark Island is a standard oil trap in Iran and Kuwait and it is on the Soroush Rig floor. Lavan Island Central Oil Trap Salman and Alborz Rig Floor.
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