Dr. Shareq Nazir

Associate Professor

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Biography

Shareq Mohd Nazir is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. His research focuses on various topics related to greenhouse gas mitigation and removal, specifically targeting carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O). He conducts research in bioenergy conversion, decarbonization in industry, and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). He employs process modeling and techno-economic analysis in his work, contributing to innovative solutions for environmental challenges. Shareq has also held positions at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Mondelez International, and Aditya Birla Science Technology Company Limited, gaining a diverse range of experience in research and development. He completed his PhD in Energy Process Engineering from NTNU in 2018 and holds a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from BITS Pilani. In addition to his research, he is involved in teaching and examining various chemical engineering courses at KTH.

Research Interests

Greenhouse Gas Mitigation Bioenergy Conversion Decarbonization Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage Process Modelling Techno-Economic Analysis

Experience

Associate Professor

2024-10-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Research and teaching in chemical engineering.

Assistant Professor

2019-11-01 — 2024-09-30

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Research and teaching in chemical engineering.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2018-05-01 — 2019-10-31

Norwegian University of Science and Technology • Norway

Conducted research in energy process engineering.

Process Development Manager (R&D)

2014-10-01 — 2014-09-30

Mondelez International • India

Led R&D projects in process development.

Scientist

2012-01-01 — 2014-04-30

Metals-Technology, Aditya Birla Science Technology Company Limited • India

Conducted scientific research in metal technology.

Courses

Carbon Dioxide Neutral Energy Transport System Degree Project Chemical Engineering Experimental Process Design Process Design Industry Society Project Chemical Engineering Seminar Course in Research Chemical Engineering Transport Phenomena

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).