On-Site Hydrogen Generation and Utilization as a Solution to Storage Challenges

Short Biography:

Prof. Dr. Nafiz Kahraman is a faculty member in the Department of Space Engineering at Erciyes University, Türkiye. He received his B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Erciyes University. His research focuses on energy systems, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, combustion, alternative fuels, and engine performance.

Prof. Kahraman has authored more than 180 scientific publications and has over 1600 citations in international indexes. He previously served as Vice Rector of Erciyes University and has held various administrative roles, including Head of the Department of Space Engineering and University Senate Member. He has also conducted research as a visiting scholar at the University of Nevada, Reno and Pennsylvania State University.

His recent work includes studies on hydrogen-enriched fuels, nanoparticle-enhanced combustion, and energy–exergy analyses in advanced engine systems.