On August 18, the Heat Transfer and Mass Transfer Research Center of the Institute of Engineering Thermophysics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), in collaboration with the University of Tokyo, co-hosted the "International Workshop on Heat Transfer in Green Energy Utilization" (HTGE). The workshop focused on topics such as heat transfer enhancement technologies in solar energy utilization systems, heat transfer in high-efficiency concentrating systems, heat transfer technologies in efficient thermal storage systems, and advanced materials for solar energy utilization. The event aimed to promote academic discussions, exchanges, and cooperation.
The conference invited renowned experts in the field, including Amir Faghri, a leading authority on heat pipes; Professor Ma Chongfang, a scholar in thermal storage research; Professor Eiji Hihara from the University of Tokyo, known for his work on solar energy and heat pump research; and Professor Yoshio Utaka, an Honorary Professor at Yokohama National University and Distinguished Professor at Tianjin University, who has long specialized in phase change heat transfer. The event attracted nearly 100 young scholars from research institutes and universities such as CAS, the Institute of Physics, Tsinghua University, Dalian University of Technology, and the University of Science and Technology Beijing.
The workshop included an opening ceremony, keynote speeches, and a young scholars forum. The opening ceremony was hosted by Dr. Jiang Yuanyan, Deputy Director of the Heat Transfer and Mass Transfer Research Center. Zhao Xichao, Party Secretary of the Institute, delivered the opening remarks, warmly welcoming the attending experts and scholars, introducing the development of the institute and its engineering thermophysics discipline, and wishing the workshop success.
During the keynote speeches, Professor Amir Faghri presented "Advances in Energy Systems Using Passive Technologies," discussing the application and advantages of heat pipes, fuel cells, and other technologies in the energy field. Professor Eiji Hihara delivered a talk on "Development of Concentrated Solar Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal Cogeneration Systems," highlighting the advantages and development of concentrated solar photovoltaic-thermal cogeneration technologies. Professor Ma Chongfang's presentation, titled "Heat Transfer and Heat Storage with Molten Salt," explored the application of molten salts in heat transfer and thermal storage. Professor Yoshio Utaka's talk, "Heat Transfer Characteristics Concerning Micro-Liquids in Phase Change Phenomena," reported on the latest research in micro-liquid film flow and heat transfer in phase change phenomena. The cutting-edge topics and rigorous approach of the keynote speeches sparked great interest among young scholars, who eagerly engaged in discussions with the academic leaders.
In the afternoon, the Young Scholars Forum kicked off at the Jinzhou Hall of the Liaoning Hotel. The forum featured two main themes: "Recent Advances in Efficient Heat Transfer Technologies for Green Energy Utilization," which was moderated by Professor Wang Shuangfeng from South China University of Technology and Dr. Wang Tao, Associate Researcher at the Institute; and "Advances in Micro-Nano Scale Heat Transfer and Ultra-High Intensity Heat Transfer Research," chaired by Professor Cao Bingyang from Tsinghua University and Dr. Zhang Hang, Researcher at the Institute. Young scholars from Tsinghua University, University of Science and Technology Beijing, CAS, and Dalian University of Technology presented their recent research. Notably, Dr. Wu Chunfei from the University of Leeds, UK, and Associate Professor Qiu Lin from Beijing University of Science and Technology gave invited talks on high-temperature chemical heat storage systems and the measurement of thermal properties of nanomaterials, respectively. Their presentations were highly beneficial to the attending young scholars and students. The forum generated lively discussions and exchanges, receiving positive academic feedback.
On August 16, visiting Professor Amir Faghri attended a small academic seminar organized by the Heat Transfer and Mass Transfer Research Center, where he listened to presentations on the research progress of several PhD students and provided detailed guidance and advice. In addition, the foreign experts visited the institute's Langfang R&D Center and its experimental platforms, deepening their understanding of the institute's research activities and fostering future international collaboration.
This international workshop was held under the framework of the Ministry of Science and Technology's key international cooperation program on "Development of Concentrated Photovoltaic and Waste Heat Utilization Temperature and Humidity Regulation Systems." On August 19, Chinese and Japanese collaborators conducted in-depth discussions on project progress and research plans. (Source: Institute of Engineering Thermophysics, CAS)
