This paper presents an overview of the research progress in deterministic global
optimization during the last decade (1998–2008). It covers the areas of twice continuously …

The key processes in biological and chemical systems are described by networks of
chemical reactions. From molecular biology to biotechnology applications, computational …

This paper describes two new harmony search (HS) meta-heuristic algorithms for
engineering optimization problems with continuous design variables. The key difference …

In this study, Cuckoo Search is introduced for performing phase equilibrium and stability
calculations for the first time. Cuckoo Search is a population-based method that mimics the …

The sustainable separation process for the recovery of acetonitrile from wastewater is
essential to achieve the circular economy and environmental protection. In this work, we …

In recent years, the production and consumption of fossil jet fuel have increased as a
consequence of a rise in the number of passengers and goods transported by air. Despite …

Lactic acid is commonly used in a wide range of fields, such as cosmetics, pharmaceutical
products, chemistry, and food. During recent years, its use for new applications, such as the …

Incorporating sustainability metrics into the design of economically viable and
environmentally responsible processes is crucial for achieving overall sustainability …

The phase equilibrium modeling for multi-component systems is essential in process
systems engineering. In particular, phase stability analysis, Gibbs free energy minimization …

Abstract The United Nation's 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development has called for
taking of urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts, where CO 2 capture …