Prof. Ricardo Franci Gonçalves, Engineering, Best Researcher Award
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Professor at UNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DO ESPIRITO SANTO, Brazil
Ricardo Franci Gonçalves is an accomplished professional with extensive academic and professional experience in Environmental Engineering and Sanitary Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Water Treatment Engineering from Institut National Des Sciences Appliquées Toulouse and has been actively involved in research and development projects related to wastewater treatment and water conservation. Gonçalves is also the co-owner of Fluir Engenharia Ltda, a company specializing in wastewater treatment and sustainable water management solutions for urban areas.
Author Metrics:
- Citations: 545
- Documents: 41
- h-index: 14
Interpretation:
Ricardo Franci Gonçalves has an ORCID profile and a Scopus Author Identifier. His research has been cited 545 times across 41 documents, resulting in an h-index of 14. This indicates that he has published significant work that has been influential within the academic community. Gonçalves’ research output suggests a substantial contribution to the field of Environmental Engineering and Sanitary Engineering.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Water Treatment Engineering, Institut National Des Sciences Appliquées Toulouse, 1990-1993.
- Master’s in Environmental Sciences and Techniques, Ecole Nationale Des Ponts Et Chaussées, 1989-1990.
- Specialization in Public Health Engineering, Escola Nacional de Saúde Pública, 1985.
- Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering with a focus on Sanitary and Environmental Engineering, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, 1980-1984.
Research Focus:
- Development of technology for sewage treatment and water reuse.
- Water conservation in built environments.
- Production of biofuels and nutrient recovery from organic solid waste.
- Management of sanitation sludge (water and sewage).
- Recent research projects include anaerobic digestion for organic waste biomethanization and nutrient reuse in agricultural fertilization.
Professional Journey:
- Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Engineering at the Federal University of Espírito Santo since 2005.
- Co-owner of Fluir Engenharia Ltda since 2001, focusing on wastewater treatment and rational water use solutions in urban areas.
- Experience as a Research Engineer at Anjou Recherche Compagnie Générale Des Eaux Otv, France, from 1989 to 1993.
Publications & Contributions:
- Title: Uma revisão sobre avaliação do ciclo de vida de sistemas voltados à produção de biogás a partir do uso de algas: desafios e perspectivas à sustentabilidade
- Journal: Revista DAE
- Date: 2023-12-20
- DOI: 10.36659/dae.2024.014
- Contributors: Renata Estevam; Ricardo Franci Gonçalves; João Luiz Calmon; Janaína Simões Lima
- Title: Valorization of food waste by anaerobic digestion: A bibliometric and systematic review focusing on optimization
- Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
- Date: 2022-10
- DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2022.115763
- Contributors: Tatiana Izato Assis; Ricardo Franci Gonçalves
- Title: Mitigation of environmental impacts in warm-weather wastewater treatment plants using the life cycle assessment tool
- Journal: International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology
- Date: 2022-06
- DOI: 10.1007/s13762-021-03430-y
- Contributors: T. A. Rebello; R. F. Gonçalves; J. L. Calmon
- Title: Life cycle assessment of urban wastewater treatment plants: A critical analysis and guideline proposal
- Journal: Water Science and Technology
- Date: 2021
- DOI: 10.2166/wst.2020.608
- EID: 2-s2.0-85101512410
- Contributors: Rebello, T.A.; Roque, R.P.; Gonçalves, R.F.; Calmon, J.L.; Queiroz, L.M.
- Title: Microbiological risk from non-potable reuse of greywater treated by anaerobic filters associated to vertical constructed wetlands
- Journal: Journal of Water Process Engineering
- Date: 2021
- DOI: 10.1016/j.jwpe.2020.101751
- EID: 2-s2.0-85096831636
- Contributors: Gonçalves, R.F.; de Oliveira Vaz, L.; Peres, M.; Merlo, S.S.
Interpretation:
Ricardo Franci Gonçalves has contributed to several scholarly articles focusing on environmental management, wastewater treatment, and life cycle assessment (LCA) methodologies. These publications demonstrate his expertise in areas such as anaerobic digestion, environmental impact mitigation, and the assessment of sustainability in wastewater treatment systems. Gonçalves collaborates with various researchers, contributing to multidisciplinary studies aimed at addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices.
Research Timeline:
- Engaged in research activities throughout his academic and professional career, with a focus on wastewater treatment, water conservation, biofuel production, and nutrient recovery.
Collaborations and Projects:
- Collaborated with various institutions and organizations on research projects focusing on sustainable water management, energy-efficient urban communities, and strategies for conserving potable water.
- Coordinated projects aimed at conserving water in schools and shopping centers, as well as conducting diagnostics of water supply systems.
