Soheil Mohtaram  (Sammy)

Distinguished Associate Professor (Tenure-Track)

Research Grants & Funding

Total as Principal Investigator: ~810,000 RMB / ~£88,000

Shanghai Partnership Research Programme — Innovative Multi-Energy Collaborative Distributed Network for Optimised Intelligent Regional Energy Systems
Grant No: 25HB2709600 · Dec 2025 – Nov 2027
400,000 RMB / ~£43,500
Principal Investigator

SANY International Development Co., Ltd. — Design and Simulation of Swirl-Type Compressors for New Energy Vehicles (Part II)
Grant No: 3A-24-301-083 · March 2025
60,000 RMB / ~£6,500
Principal Investigator

Shanghai Super Postdoctoral Excellence Programme — Advanced Prototype Strategies to Assess and Optimise Novel Multi-Mixture Thermal Energy Systems
Grant No: 2021289 · Jan 2022 – Dec 2023
300,000 RMB / ~£32,600
Principal Investigator

Hohai University Postdoctoral Grant — Optimal Design of Heat Recovery Boiler and 4E Analysis of Combined Cycle with Steam Injection
Grant No: N/A · Jan 2020 – Nov 2021
50,000 RMB / ~£5,400
Principal Investigator

Selected Publications

50+ SCI Articles | 3 ESI Highly Cited / Hot Papers

Full list available in Appendix. * = Corresponding Author | ★ = ESI Highly Cited / Hot Paper

Mohtaram, M.S. et al. (2026). MOF-Derived Nanomaterials: Transformative Innovations for Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability. Coordination Chemistry Reviews, 546, 217083.
Corresponding Author | IF: 23.5 | TOP Q1

Mohtaram, S.* et al. (2020). Multi-Objective Evolutionary Optimisation & 4E Analysis of a Combined Cycle Power Plant by CO₂/CO/NOₓ Reduction and Cost Targets. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 128, 109898.
1st & Corresponding Author | IF: 16.3 | TOP Q1 | ★ ESI Hot Paper

Mohtaram, S.* et al. (2024). Enhancement Strategies in CO₂ Conversion and Management of Biochar Supported Photocatalyst. Energy Conversion and Management, 300, 117987.
1st & Corresponding Author | IF: 10.4 | TOP Q1 | ★ ESI Highly Cited Paper

Lei, M., Mohtaram, S.* et al. (2026). Ultra-efficient solar-to-electric conversion via hierarchical thermoelectric energy cascading. Energy Conversion and Management, 351, 120999.
Corresponding Author | IF: 10.9 | TOP Q1

Li, K., Mohtaram, S.* et al. (2025). Refrigerant Charge Optimisation and Thermal Performance Evaluation of R290-Based Secondary Loop System for EVs. Energy, 138570.
Corresponding Author | IF: 9.4 | TOP Q1

Li, X., Mohtaram, S.* et al. (2025). Thermodynamic Analysis of a Geothermal-Driven Quadruple-Production System for Power, Heat, Freshwater and Hydrogen. Renewable Energy, 245, 122847.
Corresponding Author | IF: 9.0 | TOP Q1

Mohtaram, S.* et al. (2022). A New Wind and Solar-Based Diversified Energy Production System Integrating Absorption Refrigeration, ORC and SRC Cycles. Renewable Energy, 199, 179–191.
*1st Author | IF: 9.0 | TOP Q1*

Aryanfar, Y., Mohtaram, S.* et al. (2023). Energy and Exergy Assessment of a Two-Stage ORC for Recovering SFGC Waste Heat and LNG Cold Energy. Energy, 264, 126191.
*Co-first & Corresponding Author | IF: 8.9 | TOP Q1*

Li, K., Mohtaram, S.* et al. (2026). Reversible Overcharge Threshold and Multi-Parameter Early Warning Strategy for Thermal Runaway Prevention in Li-Ion Batteries. Applied Thermal Engineering, 284, 129083.
Corresponding Author | IF: 6.9 | TOP Q1

Wang, M., Mohtaram, S. et al. (2025). A Modified Heat and Mass Transfer Model for Numerical Simulation of Zeotropic Mixture Condensation. Applied Thermal Engineering, 265, 125645.
*Co-first Author | IF: 6.1 | TOP Q1*

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Full List of Publications

A. Peer-Reviewed SCI [Science Citation Index] Journal Papers

(*Corresponding Author = *)

1.        Zahra Barbari, Saleh S. Meibodi *, Jinoop Arackal Narayanan, Soheil Mohtaram, Mohammad Ja’fari, Sina Rezaei Gomari *, (2026). A Critical Review of Risk Assessment and Control Strategies for Ammonia Storage and Handling in Maritime Decarbonisation. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2026.141659  (IF: 2.8)

2.        Kang Li, Mengmeng Luo, Ammar Jafaripournimchahi, Saleh S. Meibodi，Zilong Wang, Hua Zhang, Chao Li, Qize He , Yi Zeng, Soheil Mohtaram *. (2026). Thermodynamic Modeling and Experimental Validation of a CO₂ Scroll Compressor for Automotive Heat Pump Systems. Energy.Volume 75, 104759

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2026.141659 (Corresponding Author, IF: 9.4)

3.        Li, K., Hu, J., Mohtaram, S. *, Li, X., Min, Q., Lu, Z., Zhang, H., Yan, J., He, Q., Li, C. and Song, L. (2026). Flow regulation strategy for scroll compressor in automotive CO₂ heat pump systems: Experimental and simulation-based investigation under high–low temperature conditions. Thermal Science and Engineering Progress.Volume 75, 104759

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tsep.2026.104759 (Corresponding Author, IF: 5.4)

4.        Li, X., Gu, P., Li, K., Mahian, O., Wang, J., Wang, Z., Wongwises, S., Larimi, Y. M., & Mohtaram, S. (2024). Facial image recognition with spatial attention for thermal fatigue and comfort monitoring in drivers. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, Volume 81, May 2026, 107878

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csite.2026.107878   (Q1, IF: 6.4)

5.        Zebing Chen, Yang Wang, Hong Wu, Wenbin Zhao, Jinjun Yan, Luyao Peng, Yugang Zhao, Zilong Wang, Kang Li, Saleh S. Meibodi, Mohammad Moosazadeh, SoheilMohtaram* (2026), Experimental Investigation on Heating Performance and Frosting Behavior of an Integrated R290 Secondary Loop Heat Pump, Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer 

https://doi.org/10.32604/fhmt.2026.077274  (Corresponding Author, IF: 0.7)

6.        MingjingLei. XiaokuanYou, KangLi, SoheilMohtaram* (2026), Ultra-efficient solar-to-electric conversion via hierarchical thermoelectric energy cascading: A multi-stage hybrid system with synergistic thermal utilization and pareto-optimal performance, Energy Conversion and Management, Volume 351, 1 March 2026, 120999. 

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2025.120999(Corresponding Author, IF: 10.9)

7.        Gu, P., Li, K., Li, X., Chen, X., Zhang, H., Yan, J., He, Q., Song, L., Li, C., Mahian, O., Mohtaram, S. (2026). Frost detection in CO₂ heat pump systems using image recognition and performance metrics. Applied Thermal Engineering, Volume 287, February 2026, 129395.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2025.129395(Last Author, IF: 6.9)

8.        Kang Li, Haoran Ren, Hua Zhang, Qizhong Min, Jinjun Yan, Chao Li, Liaokuo Song, Qize He d, Soheil Mohtaram* (2025). Reversible Overcharge Threshold and Multi-Parameter Early Warning Strategy for Thermal Runaway Prevention in Lithium-Ion Batteries, Applied Thermal Engineering, Volume 284, Part 1, 30 January 2026, 129083. 

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2025.129083(Corresponding Author, TOP Q2, IF: 6.9)

9.        Kang Li, Luyao Peng, Soheil Mohtaram*, Xi Chen, Hua Zhang, Qizhong Min, Chao Li, Liaokuo Song, Qize He (2025). Refrigerant Charge Optimization and Thermal Performance Evaluation of an R290-Based Secondary Loop System for Electric Vehicles. Energy, September 2025, 138570.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2025.138570(Corresponding Author, IF: 9.4)

10.     Wanli Peng, Hongwei Li, Julian Gonzalez-Ayala, Soheil Mohtaram, Jun Zhang, Xuemin Sheng, Jincan Chen (2025). A Solar-Driven Two-Stage Sodium Thermal Electrochemical Converter Coupled to a Thermoradiative Device: Parametric Optimization. Applied Thermal Engineering, 279(Part F), 128049.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2025.128049 (TOP Q1, IF: 6.9)

11.     Mohtaram, M.S., Abolghasemi, A., Sayahi, S., Rajabi*, H., Mohtaram, S*., Long, M., Sabbaghi, S* (2026). MOF-Derived Nanomaterials: Transformative Innovations for Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability. Coordination Chemistry Reviews, 546, 217083.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ccr.2025.217083(Corresponding Author,IF: 23.5)

12.     Kang Li, Lin Wu, Soheil Mohtaram*, Yafen Tian, Ni Liu, Hua Zhang, Jinjun Yan, Qize He, Chao Li, Tao Yang (2025). Performance Study of Automotive Heat Pump System with Different Refrigerants and Leakage Combustion Characteristics of R290. International Journal of Refrigeration, 180, 65–78.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2025.08.019(Corresponding Author, IF: 3.8)

13.     Mingjing Lei, Soheil Mohtaram*, Li Kang, Su Ming Xu (2025). Thermal and Environmental-Economic Optimization of LS-2 Solar Collectors with Dimpled Receivers in a Nine-Receiver Configuration. Applied Thermal Engineering, 279(Part C), 127709.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2025.127709(Corresponding Author, IF: 6.9)

14.     Kang Li, Mingfei Tan, Soheil Mohtaram*, Ni Liu, Hua Zhang, Zhuohan Lu, Jinjun Yan, Qize He, Chao Li (2025). Experimental Study on Dehumidification and Heating Performance of CO₂ Heat Pump System for Electric Vehicles at Low Ambient Temperatures (5°C and 15°C). International Journal of Refrigeration, 178, 170–179.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2025.06.029(Corresponding Author, IF: 6.1)

15.     Kang Li, Zhaotiannuo Tan, Soheil Mohtaram*, Yafen Tian, Ni Liu, Hua Zhang, Jinjun Yan, Qize He, Chao Li, Tao Yang (2025). Injection Performance Analysis of Scroll Compressors with Varying Cylinder Configurations for Electric Vehicle Applications: An Experimental Approach. International Journal of Refrigeration, 177, 65–78.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2025.05.016(Corresponding Author, IF: 6.1)

16.     Xinzhou Li, Soheil Mohtaram*, Ali Keçebaş, Kang Li, Minxu Su, Mehmet Yumurtacı, Yashar Aryanfar (2025). Thermodynamic Analysis and Optimization of an Optimized Geothermal-Driven Quadruple-Production System for Sustainable Power, Heat, Freshwater, and Hydrogen Production. Renewable Energy, 245, 122847.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2025.122847(Corresponding Author, IF: 9.0)

17.     Kang Li, Fanyue Kong, Ni Liu, Hua Zhang, Binlin Dou, Chao Li, Qize He, Yafen Tian, Ran Tu, Soheil Mohtaram*, Xuejin Zhou (2025). Frosting Characteristics and Performance Impact on R744 Heat Pump Systems for Electric Vehicles at Low Ambient Temperatures: An Experimental Approach. Applied Thermal Engineering, 266, 125755.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2025.125755(Corresponding Author, IF: 6.9)

18.     Mingjie Wang, Soheil Mohtaram, Guocheng Yang, Bangren Zheng, Yan Ren, Weidong Wu, Chang Li, Wenliang Li, Yuanchao Cao (2025). A Modified Heat and Mass Transfer Model for Numerical Simulation of Zeotropic Mixture Condensation. Applied Thermal Engineering, 265, 125645.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2025.125645(Co-first Author, IF: 6.1)

19.     Seyedeh Mahdieh Mousavi, Mohammad Sina Mohtaram, Kamal Rasouli, Soheil Mohtaram, Hamid Rajabi*, Samad Sabbaghi* (2025). Efficient Visible-Light-Driven Photocatalytic Degradation of Antibiotics in Water by MXene-Derived TiO2-Supported SiO2/Ti3C2 Composites: Optimisation, Mechanism and Toxicity Evaluation. Environmental Pollution, 367, 125624.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2024.125624 ( IF: 7.6)

20.     Kang Li, Chunyu Li, Soheil Mohtaram*, Ni Liu, Hua Zhang, Binlin Dou, Chao Li, Qize He, Mohd Abul Hasan, Saiful Islam, Jingwu Wang, Zilong Wang, Jianhong Chen, Yashar Aryanfar (2025). Experimental and Numerical Study on Scroll Compressor under Different Profile Correction and Discharge Ports Shapes. International Journal of Refrigeration, 169, 241–253.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2024.10.007(IF: 6.1)

21.     Humberto Garcia Castellanos, Yashar Aryanfar, Soheil Mohtaram, Ali Keçebaş, Gülşah Karaca-Dolgun, Shabbir Ahmad, Abdullah Naser M. Asiri, Saiful Islam (2025). The Efficacy of Nano-Cellulose-Based Composites in Heavy Metal Removal from Wastewater: A Comprehensive Review. Journal of Chemical Technology & Biotechnology, 100(2), 291–312.

https://doi.org/10.1002/jctb.7775 (IF: 3.29)

22.     Kang Li, Mingfei Tan, Yuan Man, Hua Zhang, Binlin Dou, Ni Liu, Tianjiao Zhang, Qize He, Lin Su, Soheil Mohtaram (2024). Investigating Dehumidification and Heating Performance in a Dual Evaporator Heat Pump System for Electric Vehicles. International Journal of Refrigeration, 168, 620–631.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2024.09.024(IF: 6.4)

23.     Kang Li, Chunyu Li, Soheil Mohtaram*, Ni Liu, Hua Zhang, Binlin Dou, Chao Li, Qize He, Mohd Abul Hasan, Jingwu Wang, Zilong Wang, Jianhong Chen, Yashar Aryanfar (2024). Experimental and Numerical Study on Scroll Compressor under Different Profile Correction and Discharge Ports Shapes. International Journal of Refrigeration, 169, 241–253.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2024.10.007(Corresponding Author, IF: 6.1)

24.     Kang Li, Jiayun Hu, Chao Li, Xuejin Zhou, Ni Liu, Binlin Dou, Qize He, Ran Tu, Lin Su, Soheil Mohtaram (2024). Refined One-Dimensional Modeling and Experimental Validation of Scroll Compressor with Vapor Injection for Electric Vehicles. International Journal of Refrigeration, 168, 469–483.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijrefrig.2024.09.007(IF: 6.4)

25.     Kang Li, Yanming Miao, Dingyu Xia, Ni Liu, Hua Zhang, Binlin Dou, Qize He, Yugang Zhao, Chao Li, Soheil Mohtaram (2024). Impact of Optimized Gas-Liquid Separator on Temperature and Frost Distribution in Electric Vehicle Heat Pump AC. Applied Thermal Engineering, 248(Part B), 123282.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2024.123282(IF: 6.9)

26.     Kang Li, Huan Guo, Xuejin Zhou, Hongming Chen, Ni Liu, Hua Zhang, Binlin Dou, Qize He, Yafen Tian, Ran Tu, Lin Su, Soheil Mohtaram (2024). Optimal Evaporation/Condensation Temperature Determination and Experimental Validation for Electric Vehicles. Applied Thermal Engineering, 252, 123708.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2024.123708(IF: 6.9)

27.     Omayma Akrout, Ons Ghriss, Abdallah Bouabidi, Humberto Garcia Castellanos, Soheil Mohtaram, Ali Keçebaş, Yashar Aryanfar (2024). Investigative Analysis of the Influence of Diverse Fin Configurations on the Performance of a Dual Pass Solar Air Collector. Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, 50, 102545.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tsep.2024.102545( IF: 4.8)

28.     Soheil Mohtaram, Mohammad Sina Mohtaram, Samad Sabbaghi, Xiaokuan You*, Weidong Wu, Lei Jia, Khursheed Muzammil, Nouf Abdullah Alraee, Saiful Islam, Yashar Aryanfar (2024). Photocatalytic Degradation of Acetaminophen Using a Novel TiO2-Orange Peel-Derived Biochar Composite: Synthesis, Characterization, and Optimization of Key Factors. Journal of Water Process Engineering, 58, 104884.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jwpe.2024.104884(1st Author IF: 7.0)

29.     Soheil Mohtaram, Mohammad Sina Mohtaram, Samad Sabbaghi, Xiaokuan You*, Weidong Wu, Naser Golsanami (2024). Enhancement Strategies in CO2 Conversion and Management of Biochar Supported Photocatalyst for Effective Generation of Renewable and Sustainable Solar Energy. Energy Conversion and Management, 300, 117987.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2023.117987(1st Author, IF: 10.4, ESI Highly Cited Paper, 2024)

30.     Aryanfar Yashar, Soheil Mohtaram*, Castellanos Humberto Garcia, Elsayed M. Tag-Eldin, Busra Arsla, Ahmed Deifalla, Adham E. Ragab, HongGuang Sun* (2023). Energy, Exergy and Exergoeconomic Analysis of a Trans-Critical CO2 Cycle Powered by a Single Flash Geothermal Cycle with/without Economizer Working Modes. Thermal Science, 00, 200–200.

https://doi.org/10.2298/TSCI230503200A(Corresponding Author, IF: 1.971)

31.     Soheil Mohtaram, Wu Weidong*, Humberto Garcia Castellanos, Yashar Aryanfar, Mohammed K. Al Mesfer, Mohd Danish, Kashif Irshad (2023). Enhancing Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Ejector Expansion Transcritical CO2 and Lithium Bromide Water Vapour Absorption Refrigeration Systems. Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, 43, 101983.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tsep.2023.101983(1st Author, IF: 4.56)

32.     Soheil Mohtaram, Yashar Aryanfar, Ahmed Ghazy, Weidong Wu*, Khaled Kaaniche, Jorge Luis García Alcaraz (2023). An Innovative Approach for Utilizing Waste Heat of a Triple-Pressure Cogeneration CCPP by Employing TRR Method and Thermodynamic Analysis. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 49, 103198.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csite.2023.103198(1st Author, IF: 6.268)

33.     Ehab Bani-Hani, Mamdouh El Haj Assad, Majed Alzara, Ahmed M Yosri, Yashar Aryanfar*, Humberto Garcia Castellanos, Soheil Mohtaram, Abdallah Bouabidi (2023). Energy and Exergy Analyses of a Regenerative Brayton Cycle Utilizing Monochlorobiphenyl Wastes as an Alternative Fuel. Energy, 278(Part A), 127861.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2023.127861(Q1, IF: 8.857)

34.     Soheil Mohtaram, Weidong Wu* (2023). A Computationally Efficient Heuristic Approach for Solving a New Sophisticated Arrangement of Cogeneration Combined Heat and Power Cycle. Energy Reports, 9, 42–50.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2023.03.004(1st Author, IF: 4.937)

35.     Yashar Aryanfar, Soheil Mohtaram*, Luis García Alcaraz, HongGuang Sun* (2023). Energy and Exergy Assessment and a Competitive Study of a Two-Stage ORC for Recovering SFGC Waste Heat and LNG Cold Energy. Energy, 264, 126191.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2022.126191(Corresponding Author + Co-first Author, IF: 8.857)

36.     Yongbao Chen*, Yunyang Ye, Jingnan Liu, Lixin Zhang, Weilin Li, Soheil Mohtaram (2023). Machine Learning Approach to Predict Building Thermal Load Considering Feature Variable Dimensions: An Office Building Case Study. Buildings, 13(2), 312.

https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13020312(IF: 3.324)

37.     Soheil Mohtaram, Weidong Wu, Yashar Aryanfar, Qiguo Yang, Jorge Luis García Alcaraz (2022). Introducing and Assessment of a New Wind and Solar-Based Diversified Energy Production System Integrating Single-Effect Absorption Refrigeration, ORC, and SRC Cycles. Renewable Energy, 199, 179–191.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2022.08.069(1st Author, IF: 9.0)

38.     Longxiang Chen*, Liugan Zhang, Yongzhen Wang, Meina Xie, Huipeng Yang, Kai Ye, Soheil Mohtaram (2022). Design and Performance Evaluation of a Novel System Integrating Water-Based Carbon Capture with Adiabatic Compressed Air Energy Storage. Energy Conversion and Management, 276, 116583.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2022.116583( IF: 10.4)

39.     Soheil Mohtaram, Weidong Wu*, Yashar Aryanfar, Arya Abrishami, Mohammad Omidi, Qiguo Yang, Jorge Luis García Alcaraz, Yongbao Chen (2022). Optimization and Energy-Exergy and Exergoeconomic Analysis of a Time-Dependent Theoretical Domestic Solar Li-Br Absorption Refrigeration Cycle. Science China Technological Sciences, 65, 2703–2722.

https://doi.org/10.1007/s11431-022-2147-3(1st Author, IF: 3.903)

40.     Liu Xi, Wenchao Lan, Kai Ye, Wei Han, Jincheng Zhang, Soheil Mohtaram, Longxiang Chen (2022). Numerical Simulation and Experimental Analysis of Ice Crystal Growth and Freezing-Centrifugal Desalination for Seawater with Different Compositions. Separation and Purification Technology, 298, 121656.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seppur.2022.121656(IF: 9.136)

41.     Longxiang Chen*, Yongzhen Wang, Meina Xie, Kai Ye, Soheil Mohtaram (2021). Energy and Exergy Analysis of Two Modified Adiabatic Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) Systems for Cogeneration of Power and Cooling on the Base of Volatile Fluid. Journal of Energy Storage, 42, 103009.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2021.103009(IF: 8.907)

42.     Soheil Mohtaram, Yonghui Sun, M. Omidi, Ji Lin* (2021). Energy-Exergy Efficiencies Analyses of a Waste-to-Power Generation System Combined with an Ammonia-Water Dilution Rankine Cycle. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 25, 100909.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csite.2021.100909(1st Author, IF: 6.4)

43.     Soheil Mohtaram, Yonghui Sun, HongGuang Sun, A. Abrishami, M. Omidi, Ji Lin* (2021). A Comprehensive Design, Optimization, and Development Methodology of a WHRB Using Serrated Fins and Extensive Surface in a Bulky CCPP. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 23, 100808.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csite.2020.100808(1st Author, IF: 6.4)

44.     Soheil Mohtaram, HongGuang Sun, Ji Lin*, Wen Chen, Yonghui Sun (2020). Multi-Objective Evolutionary Optimization & 4E Analysis of a Bulky Combined Cycle Power Plant by CO2/CO/NOx Reduction and Cost Controlling Targets. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 128, 109898.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2020.109898(1st Author, IF: 16.3)

45.     Mohammad Omidi, Shu-jie Liu, Soheil Mohtaram, Hui-tian Lu* (2020). The Flow Simulation and Model Analysis of Efficiency and Pressure Ratio Behaviors in GT4086 Turbocharger Compressor. Mechanika, 26(4).

http://dx.doi.org/10.5755/j01.mech.26.4.23867 (IF: 0.6)

46.     Omidi, M, Liu S.J, Soheil Mohtaram, Lu H.T, Zhang H.C* (2019). Improving Centrifugal Compressor Performance by Optimizing the Design of Impellers Using Genetic Algorithm and Computational Fluid Dynamics Methods. Sustainability, 11(19), 5409.

https://doi.org/10.3390/su11195409( IF: 3.9)

47.     Soheil Mohtaram, Mohammad Omidi, Ji Lin, Hongguang Sun, Wen Chen* (2018). Exergy Analysis of a Multi-Mixture Working Fluid Absorption Refrigeration Cycle. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, 15, 100540.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csite.2019.100540(1st Author, IF: 6.4)

48.     Soheil Mohtaram, Wen Chen*, Ji Lin (2017). Investigation of the Combined Rankine-Absorption Power and Refrigeration Cycles Using the Parametric Analysis and Genetic Algorithm. Energy Conversion and Management, 150, 754–762.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2016.12.024(1st Author, IF: 9.9)

49.     Soheil Mohtaram, Lin J, Chen W* (2017). Evaluating the Effect of Ammonia-Water Dilution Pressure and Its Density on Thermodynamic Performance of Combined Cycles by the Energy-Exergy Analysis Approach. Mechanika, 23(2).

http://dx.doi.org/10.5755/j01.mech.23.2.18110(1st Author, IF: 0.6)

50.     Soheil Mohtaram, Wen Chen*, Tahereh Zargar, Ji Lin (2017). Energy-Exergy Analysis of Compressor Pressure Ratio Effects on Thermodynamic Performance of Ammonia Water Combined Cycle. Energy Conversion and Management, 134, 77–87.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2016.12.024(1st Author, IF: 9.9)

51.     Soheil Mohtaram, Chen W, Lin J* (2018). A Study on an Absorption Refrigeration Cycle by Exergy Analysis Approach. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 182(1), 012021.

https://doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/182/1/012021 (EI)

52.     M. Amin Nikbakht, Soheil Mohtaram, Mohammad Hasan Moghadas* (2018). An Investigation on the Flow Behavior in the Airfoil of a Flapping Wing. International Journal of Engineering Works, 5(9), 138–146.

 https://zenodo.org/record/1412800 (EI)

53.     Soheil Mohtaram, S.A.A. Mirjalili, A.R. Faghih Khorasani* (2015). Analysis and Simulation of the Effect of Inlet Air on the Performance of Ammonia-Water Combined Cycle. Journal of Solid Mechanics, 7(3), 57–65.

http://jsme.iaukhsh.ac.ir/article_516008.html

54.     Gheisari R, Ghasemi A A, Jafarkarimi M, Soheil Mohtaram (2014). Experimental Studies on the Ultra-Precision Finishing of Cylindrical Surfaces Using Magnetorheological Finishing Process. Production & Manufacturing Research, 2(1), 550–557.

https://doi.org/10.1080/21693277.2014.945265 (EI)

55.     Soheil Mohtaram, MA Nikbakht* (2013). Detect Tool Breakage by Using Combination Neural Decision System & ANFIS Tool Wear Predictor. International Journal of Mechanical Engineering & Applications, 1(2), 59–63.

https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ijmea.20130102.15 (EI)

B. Peer-Reviewed Conference Papers

56.     Soheil Mohtaram, Weidong Wu (2022). A Computationally Efficient Heuristic Approach for Solving a New Sophisticated Arrangement of Cogeneration Combined Heat and Power Cycle. The 7th International Conference on New Energy and Future Energy Systems, October 25–28, 2022, Nanjing, China.

57.     Soheil Mohtaram, Wen Chen, Ji Lin (2018). A Study on an Absorption Refrigeration Cycle by Exergy Analysis Approach. 9th International Conference on Environmental Science and Technology (ICEST 2018), June 20–22, 2018, Prague, Czech Republic.

58.     Soheil Mohtaram, Seyed Aliagha Mirjalili, Ahmad Reza Faghih Khorasani (2015). Analysis and Simulation of the Effect of the Recuperator on Thermodynamic Performance of a Combined Ammonia Water Cycle. International Conference on Engineering Sciences, April 14–15, 2015, Barcelona, Spain.

59.     Soheil Mohtaram, Mojtaba Kolahdoozan, Mohammad Amin Nikbakht (2013). Finite Element Simulation of the Effect of Feed Speed Variations on Machining Forces Using the DEFORM-3D Software. 4th International Conference on Materials Heat Treatment (ICMH 2013), Isfahan, Iran.

60.     Soheil Mohtaram, Mojtaba Kolahdoozan (2015). Finite Elements Simulation of the Depth Cutting Effect on Machining Forces by DEFORM-3D Software. 7th National Conference in Mechanical Engineering, March 11–12, 2015, Islamic Azad University of Khomeini Shahr, Esfahan, Iran.

61.     Soheil Mohtaram, Mohammad Amin Nikbakht (2014). Optimized Effective Parameters in Machining of Super-Alloy Inconel-718 by Using Taguchi Algorithm. 6th Trans-Regional Conference on Advances in Engineering Sciences, Tonekabon, Iran.

C. Book Chapters

62.     Jorge Luis García-Alcaraz, Pedro García-Alcaraz, Yashar Aryanfar, Arturo Realyvásquez-Vargas, Soheil Mohtaram, Mamdouh El Haj-Assad. Multicriteria Decision Making Methods—A Review and Case of Study. Springer.

63.     Soheil Mohtaram. 4E Evolutionary Analysis in Dual Mixture Combined Cycles. Amazon.

Editorial & Professional Service

Academic Editor (Full Decision Authority)
PLOS ONE, 2024 – Present

Editorial Board Member
Thermal Science & Engineering Progress (Elsevier), 2021 – 2026

Scientific Report (Nature), 2026- Present 

Journal of the Association of Energy Engineers
Energy Engineering Journal
Journal of Robotics & Mechanical Engineering
Applied Engineering

Guest Editor (Special Issues)
Materials Research Express (SCI indexed)
Advances in Mechanical Engineering (SCI indexed)
Thermal Science and Engineering Journal (EI indexed)
Journal of Architectural Environment & Structural Engineering Research

Peer Reviewer
700+ reviews across 70+ journals including Energy, Applied Thermal Engineering, and Renewable Energy

Conference Leadership

Keynote Speaker — Global Power Energies Congress, London, UK (November 2025)

Keynote Speaker — International Symposium on Safety, Xi'an, China (2024)

Publicity Chair — 6th International Conference on Mechanical Engineering & Applied Composite Materials, China (2023)

Teaching & Supervision

Undergraduate Modules: Scientific Writing for Academic Publishing

Curriculum Development: Designed and delivered bilingual (English–Chinese) technical writing course; integrated Net Zero principles into core engineering curricula

Postgraduate Supervision: Supervise MSc and PhD students in EV systems, solar thermal, and hybrid energy cycles; students have produced multiple peer-reviewed publications and been awarded conference prizes

International Collaboration

Active research collaborations with: Imperial College London · University of Manchester · Texas Tech University · Tsinghua University and multiple international institutions. Active contributor to Sustainable Futures, Net Zero and Digitalisation research themes.

Languages & Diversity

English — Fluent (professional & academic)
Persian — Native
Chinese (Mandarin) — Intermediate

Academic References

Professor C. N. Markides
Professor of Clean Energy Technologies; Head, Clean Energy Processes Laboratory
Department of Chemical Engineering, Imperial College London, UK
c.markides@imperial.ac.uk | +44 (0)20 759 41601

Professor Yasser Mahmoudi Larimi, FHEA
Professor of Thermal Energy Engineering
School of Engineering, University of Manchester, UK
yasser.mahmoudilarimi@manchester.ac.uk | +44 (0)7729 267354

Professor Omid Mahian
Professor, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Ningbo University, China
omid.mahian@gmail.com

Professor Vamegh Rasouli
Professor and Director of the Resource and Energy Engineering (REE) Program
The University of Texas at Arlington, USA
vamegh.rasouli@uta.edu | +1 (701) 335-3601

Professor Su Mingxu
Professor & Vice Dean, School of Energy and Power Engineering
University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, China
sumxmail@163.com

Professor Sun Yonghui
Professor, College of Energy and Electrical Engineering
Hohai University, Nanjing, China
sunyonghui168@163.com

【本科生课程】

Scientific and Technical Writing for Engineers