Affiliation: Missouri University of Science and Technology
University / Institution: Missouri University of Science and Technology
Department: Mining and Explosives Engineering
Designation: Research Professor
Email: asobhy@mst.edu
Country: United States
A dedicated researcher and educator in Metallurgical and Mineral Processing Engineering with over 20 years of experience in industry-funded research and academic instruction. Expertise spans the critical minerals value chain, from fundamental interfacial chemistry to process intensification and waste valorization. Specializes in developing sustainable technologies for critical minerals recovery (Te, REEs, graphite), process intensification (nanobubble technology, hybrid separation), and advanced process modeling. Proven track record of securing external funding, publishing in high-impact journals (e.g., Advances in Colloid and Interface Science, Fuel), and delivering hands-on instruction in mineral processing and extractive metallurgy. Committed to transdisciplinary research and mentoring the next generation of engineers to support responsible, circular economy approaches to mineral resource development.