I am Dr. Gollakota Anjani Ravi Kiran, an Assistant Professor with over seven years of academic and research experience in chemical engineering. I hold a PhD from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, where my research focused on computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling and simulation of catalytic hydrotreatment of bio-oil. Before my current role, I pursued postdoctoral research at the University of Surrey, UK, further advancing my expertise in sustainable process technologies. My research interests span process safety, catalysis, water remediation, zeolite synthesis, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and using coal fly ash for CO₂ capture and environmental applications. Over the years, I have authored over 60 scientific papers in high-impact journals and contributed to two books. Additionally, I actively serve as a guest editor and reviewer for reputed international journals. Beyond research, I mentor students and foster collaborations that bridge academia and industry. My work aims to develop innovative, sustainable solutions to pressing environmental and industrial challenges. 

In addition to his academic and research contributions, Dr. Gollakota Anjani Ravi Kiran actively leads and collaborates on various industrial projects across Taiwan as both Principal Investigator (PI) and co-PI. Recognizing his outstanding research achievements, he was awarded Taiwan’s prestigious Plum Blossom Alien Permanent Residency, one of the highest honours granted to international researchers in Taiwan since 2007.

Dr. Kiran's contributions have also been acknowledged internationally; he received the Young Scientist Award from the Natural Science Foundation of India for the year 2021-2022. Further demonstrating his leadership in academia, he has been serving as a member of the Honorary Advisory Committee of Indian Professors in Taiwan under the Taiwan Education Center (TEC) in India, organized by National Tsing Hua University, since 2021.

In the publishing sphere, Dr. Kiran holds an Editorial Board Member position at the Adsorption Science and Technology Journal and has guest-edited multiple special issues in high-impact Elsevier journals, including Gondwana Research, Process Safety and Environmental Protection, Molecules, and Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances. His extensive editorial and research activities continue to shape advancements in environmental science, catalysis, and process safety.

The rapid industrial development over the past two decades has significantly contributed to economic prosperity and material advancements. However, the widespread production, manufacturing, storage, and use of chemicals inherently involve large quantities of flammable, explosive, and toxic substances. As a result, even in technologically advanced nations, major chemical accidents remain a critical concern, often leading to severe loss of life, property damage, and environmental degradation. These incidents have underscored the urgent need for strengthening process safety technologies, prompting governments worldwide to establish comprehensive regulations and policies tailored to industrial requirements.

Taiwan's engagement in industrial process safety research and development commenced relatively late, with a significant portion of process technologies being imported directly. A lack of independent research, insufficient adaptation to local conditions, and inadequate knowledge of process safety have contributed to challenges in industrial operations. During process modifications or production scale-up, technical limitations and a lack of emphasis on safety have led to potential risks when control measures are inadequately implemented. Recognizing the critical need for enhancing domestic industrial safety and protecting workers, Yunlin University of Science and Technology established the Process Safety and Disaster Prevention Laboratory (PSDPL) in 1998. The laboratory specializes in process safety, fire and explosion characteristics, quantitative risk assessment, and uncontrolled reaction hazard evaluation.

In 2013, the Process Safety and Industrial Disaster Prevention Center was established to further advance research in process safety and disaster prevention technologies. The center focuses on promoting safety assessment methodologies to industries, mitigating the frequency and impact of industrial accidents, and ensuring sustainable industrial operations. In addition to traditional safety research, PSDPL has expanded its expertise into emerging areas such as:

• Coal Remnants & Utilization – Investigating the valorization of coal residues for energy recovery, material development, and environmental applications.
• Co-Gasification of Biomass & Coal – Developing efficient thermochemical conversion processes to optimize syngas production and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• MOF Synthesis & Applications – Designing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for gas separation, catalytic applications, and carbon capture technologies.
• Water Remediation – Engineering advanced materials for the removal of heavy metals, organic pollutants, and contaminants from industrial wastewater.
• CO₂ Capture & Utilization – Enhancing carbon capture technologies through adsorption, membrane separation, and catalytic conversion to mitigate climate change.

By integrating cutting-edge research with industrial safety applications, the Process Safety and Industrial Disaster Prevention Center remains committed to fostering safer, more sustainable, and environmentally responsible industrial practices, thereby contributing to the long-term resilience of Taiwan’s industrial sector.