Dr. Eduardo Duque Dussán - The 2023 BRT AWARD WINNER

Dr. Eduardo Duque Dussán - The 2023 BRT AWARD WINNER Dr. Eduardo Duque Dussán earned his Ph.D. in Sustainable Technologies from the Czech University of Life Sciences (CZU), Prague, specializing in the design and evaluation of a Hybrid Solar Tunnel Dryer for Parchment Coffee in Colombia (2020-2023). His academic journey includes an MBA from ESNECA Business School (2020-2021), an MSc in Chemical and Process Engineering from the Czech Technical University (2017-2019) and a Mechanical Engineering undergraduate degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Manizales.

Dr. Duque Dussán's professional experience includes roles as a Catedratic Lecturer at the Universidad de Caldas, a Discipline Engineer at Bilfinger Tebodin, and a Senior Design Engineer at Herragro S.A. His responsibilities ranged from piping design and plant layout generation to teaching fluid mechanics and designing machinery for hot forging.

He is currently a researcher at the Faculty of Tropical Agrisciences at CZU, where he has actively contributed to the Biogas Research Team (BRT) and Food Security Research Group (FSRG) since July 2021. His tasks encompass waste management technology design, mechanical engineering, teaching activities, development projects in the BRT, and involvement in food drying technologies and mechanical design in FSRG.

He actively engages in research projects, conferences, and publications, with a focus on sustainable agriculture, coffee drying, and energy-efficient processes. Dr. Duque Dussán's dedication extends to international collaborations, including projects in Cambodia, Nepal, and Zambia. He contributes to research groups such as the Biogas Research Team, Food Security, and Postharvest Technologies from the National Coffee Research Center of Colombia.

In summary, Dr. Eduardo Duque Dussán is a versatile professional with expertise in sustainable technologies, mechanical and chemical engineering, and a strong commitment to academic research and international collaboration. He is a more than deserving candidate for the BRT Most Valuable Team Member award.

Congratulations, Dr. Duque Dussán, on winning the award!

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