Dr. Charlie Ma

Associate Professor

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Biography

Charlie Ma is a Senior Research Engineer focused on research activities aimed at reducing carbon emissions and improving sustainable energy utilization. His work involves various projects that introduce renewable energy carriers within large industries, particularly in relation to Swedish mineral processing. Over the years, he has collaborated on significant research efforts including upscaling basic research in biomass gasification and developing multi-phase flow models for more effective reactions in energy conversion processes. In addition to his research work, Charlie also co-teaches courses related to pyrolysis, gasification, and combustion, emphasizing the importance of chemical thermodynamics and high-temperature ash transformations in sustainable energy practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Staff Scientist

2017-03-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Conducting research activities related to sustainable energy and carbon emission reduction.

Courses

5EN083 Pyrolysis, Gasification, Combustion: Chemical Thermodynamics and High-Temperature Ash Transformations

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.