Category: Blog

  • Neurophology: Exploring the Interplay of Light and Photoacceptors in Brain Development

    Neurophology is the study of the relationship between light and photoacceptor molecules in the body, as well as their impact on brain development and functioning. This field encompasses four distinct areas of science. The laws of quantum physics govern the absorption and desorption of light by photoacceptors, while the ensuing cascading reactions are dictated by…

  • Hexa City – A Model for Sustainable Urban Development

    In an era marked by rapid urbanisation and environmental challenges, the concept of an orycycle economy emerges as a beacon of hope for sustainable development. This model prioritises distributed manufacturing and recycling, fostering regional economies where locally consumed products are both produced and recycled within the community. Central to this vision is Hexa City, a…

  • Retro-Futuristic Steampunk Biogas Railway Train

    In the fantastical, retro-futuristic steampunk world of Dynamo, a fleet of biogas-powered trains cruises autonomously, collecting trash along the way. Imagine what could have been! This is part of the upcoming work titled Dynamo, which will be available on Amazon. In the 17th century, Jan Baptist Van Helmont observed that decaying organic matter produced flammable…

  • Biogas Anaerobic Digestion: Processes, Technologies, and Industrial Applications

    1 Introduction Biogas is naturally produced from the microbial decomposition of organic waste in an oxygen-free environment. Microorganisms consume the organic matter as a food source and release biogas as a waste product. This process, known as anaerobic digestion, is utilized in systems such as landfills, waste treatment plants, and dedicated biogas plants. These systems…

  • Solar Powered World: Calculating Land Requirements for a Global Baseload Demand

    The answer is: 300,000 km² of land. We need a total of 300,000 km² (approximately 550 km x 550 km) of land to power the entire planet with solar panels. Currently, solar farms require 2 hectares (5 acres) of land per 1 MW solar farm. Newer solar panels have reduced this requirement to 1.3 hectares…

  • Retro-futuristic Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powered Steampunk Cars

    In the fantastical retro-futuristic steampunk world of Dynamo, a fleet of biogas-powered railway trains cruises autonomously, collecting trash along the way. Imagine what could have been!? This is part of the upcoming work titled Dynamo, which will be available on Amazon. A brief history of fuel cells begins in 1838 when Sir William Grove, a…

  • Regenerative Fuel Cell-Electrochemical Hydrogen Compressor Systems: The Future of Renewable Energy Storage

    Hydrogen will be instrumental in the global shift towards an emission-free future. Fuel cells, being the most developed technology, are essential for its worldwide deployment. Their attractiveness is amplified by the growing surplus of electricity generated from renewable energy sources at both the residential and national levels. This surplus facilitates the broader adoption of fuel…

  • Beyond the Recycle Economy: Transitioning from Linear to Circular Bioeconomy

    Take-make-forsake material flow model of the linear economies underpinned the twentieth century’s unprecedented industrialization and subsequent urbanization. While this model improved living standards, it consumed vast amounts of fossil fuels and natural resources, causing irreparable damage to the environment and climate. Now, a radical shift towards circular material flow chains is needed to decouple economic…

  • Nureeva and Tangora

    Nureeva and Tangora is an autofiction novel, inspired by the real-life struggles and experiences of an immigrant family raising their children diagnosed with Classic Autism and having identified photon-deficiency (Neurophology) as the underlying cause. Synopsis Nureeva is a special child, living in her own solitary world without friends. The fantastical realm of Tangora was unknown…

  • Ibil

    Ibil, a groundbreaking book first released in 2015, delved into the implications of a worldwide coronavirus pandemic on society at large, with a particular focus on the Afghanistan-Pakistan-Iran region. The central narrative is set against the backdrop of a global coronavirus pandemic, during which the Taliban seize control of Afghanistan in what is known as…

  • Latrobe Valley Circular Economy

    My presentation discussing how the Latrobe Valley in Australia can be transformed into a leader in the Circular Economy to combat climate change, reduce unemployment, and tackle plastic pollution. At the heart of this transformation is the establishment of a biomanufacturing hub, or biorefinery. This hub will generate renewable fuels, biodegradable plastics, prefabricated homes, and…

  • Keynote Address: Autism and Sunlight

    My keynote speech on sunlight’s impact on Autism Level-3 (Classic Autism) and the journey towards finding a cure is now available on YouTube.