Dr. Ronaldo P. Parreno Jr. is a highly educated and experienced chemical engineer, with a specialization in fuel cell and hydrogen technologies. He obtained his PhD in Chemical Engineering from De La Salle University in 2020, after completing his MS in Energy Engineering from the University of the Philippines, Diliman in 2006 and his BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Santo Tomas in 1996. Dr. Parreno has a strong passion for research and has been involved in various research projects throughout his career. He has also published several papers in reputable journals and has presented his research in international conferences. Currently, he serves as a Senior Science Research Specialist at the Industrial Technology Development Institute, a government research institute in the Philippines. Prior to this, he has held various positions in the government and private sector, including Science Research Specialist II at the Department of Energy and Research Engineer at PHINMA Group. Aside from his research work, Dr. Parreno also has experience in teaching, having served as a college lecturer at City College of Lucena. He is also a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry, further highlighting his expertise in the field of chemical engineering. In 2022, Dr. Parreno furthered his knowledge by completing online CPD courses on fuel cell and hydrogen technologies in the Centre for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Research at the University of Birmingham. With his extensive education and experience, Dr. Parreno is a highly respected and sought-after expert in the field of chemical engineering, material science and energy.