Waste to Wealth
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Breweries generate significant waste, including spent yeast, which is often discarded despite its rich content of valuable compounds. This project introduces a novel technology, “Détente Instantanée Contrôlée” (DIC), which utilises controlled pressure drops to efficiently process this waste. DIC reduces energy use by up to 20% compared to traditional methods while enhancing the extraction of bioactive compounds. By integrating this technology with streamlined manufacturing practices, the project converts brewery by-products into high-quality pharmaceutical ingredients, addressing environmental and economic challenges
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Rita Mira Bawab
Lebanese American University
Rita is a finance and civil engineering major passionate about addressing sustainability challenges at the intersection of technical and business innovation. With extensive experience in organizational planning, Rita brings strategic insight and a global perspective to impactful solutions.
Dr. Joelle Nader
Lebanese American University
Dr. Joelle Nader, Ph.D. in Industrial Process Engineering, is a faculty member and renowned industrial consultant specializing in process and product development, operations management, sustainability, advanced optimization, and Industry 4.0 technologies. With two patents, numerous publications in top-tier journals, and multiple prestigious awards, she drives transformative solutions that integrate innovation and sustainability, redefining modern industrial systems to achieve greater efficiency, superior quality, enhanced agility, improved profitability, scalable growth, and lasting impact.
Reem Barakat
Lebanese American University
Reem, with a dual degree in Biology and Nutrition, focuses on experimental testing and interdisciplinary research. Passionate about biology and chemistry, she actively explores innovative solutions in scientific projects, combining analytical precision with a strong dedication to advancing scientific knowledge.
Christina Saliba
Lebanese American University
Given my industrial engineering background, my research is driven by a profound passion for optimization and cutting-edge technology. My interest lies in integrating continuous improvement strategies with high-tech solutions, leveraging innovative engineering approaches to redefine the limits of process optimization and validation. Committed to sustainability, I aim to implement green initiatives that transform waste into valuable resources, fostering a positive environmental impact.
Pr. Karim Allaf
Lebanese American University
Emeritus Prof. Karim Allaf and his team have pioneered innovative bacterial mechanical decontamination techniques, specifically targeting spores and sensitive raw natural materials. They have also developed groundbreaking drying processes, deodorization operations for various raw materials (e.g., vegetable oils, medicinal plants), and advanced extraction technologies. Prof. Allaf holds 9 patents with 17 extensions, has published 192 international papers, and delivered 166 presentations at international congresses. His contributions include numerous European and industrial reports (34). Since 1993, he has mentored 49 Ph.D. candidates and coordinated 8 European projects.
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