Modeling and Optimization for Multi-Scale Integration, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Processes (ISSN 2227-9717). This special issue belongs to the section "Chemical Processes and Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 427
Special Issue Editor
Interests: modeling and simulation; system modeling; systems dynamics; energy management systems; applied optimization; sustainable processes
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This previous Special Issue, titled “Modeling and Optimization for Multi-Scale Integration”, focused on the forefront of chemical engineering, exploring the combination of multi-scale process modeling and optimization strategies. This Special Issue presented new modeling techniques that spanned molecular dynamics to macro systems, revealing complex interactions between different scales. These models enhanced our understanding and aided practical decision-making for process optimization, which was particularly important in the context of the ongoing shift toward cleaner energy sources.
Covering a range of topics from reaction engineering and fluid dynamics to heat transfer and materials synthesis, this Special Issue included a diverse array of subjects. Advanced computational methods, innovative data collection approaches, and optimization techniques played a central role. The primary goal was to accelerate the development of sustainable processes in sectors undergoing energy transition, such as renewable energy, energy storage, and emissions reduction.
Building on the strong interest and high-quality contributions received in the first edition, this second volume continued the exploration of modeling and optimization for multi-scale integration. Rapid advances in computational power, increased availability of high-resolution data, and closer coupling between physics-based and data-driven approaches are further expanding the relevance of multi-scale methodologies. These developments reinforce the need for a continued forum dedicated to integrating models across scales in support of sustainable and energy-efficient process design.
As Guest Editor, I welcome submissions of original research, informative reviews, and insightful case studies from both academia and industry. By combining pioneering ideas, we open up new pathways in multi-scale integration. This Special Issue serves as a platform for promoting optimized processes that align with environmental goals, reshaping the landscape of chemical engineering, and contributing to a more environmentally friendly future.
Dr. Marco Vaccari
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- modeling
- optimization
- multi-scale
- digital twin
- simulation
- data-driven modeling
- scale-up
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