Project Overview:

This project focuses on developing a biodegradable, reusable, and high-performance cold box for sustainable cold chain logistics. Using eco-friendly materials (e.g., cornstarch-based insulation) and blended Phase Change Materials (PCMs), we aim to enhance temperature stability, durability, and environmental sustainability.

Key innovations include:

✔ Reinforced structures for durability

✔ Vacuum insulation for efficiency

✔ Real-time temperature monitoring

✔ Renewable energy integration for reduced carbon footprint

By collaborating with industry partners and conducting life cycle assessments, this research will deliver a scalable, sustainable solution for temperature-sensitive shipping.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on biodegradable materials, insulation, and PCMs for cold chain applications.

• Perform shelf life assay of vegetable/fruit/fish/meat/sea food

• Perform nutritional analysis of food.

• Perform heat transfer analysis and cooling performance assessment using scientific methods and data tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python).

• Collaborate with industry partners and regulatory bodies for validation and standardisation.

• Mentor students and interns in research, product development, and testing.

• Assist in Intellectual Property (IP) development and commercialisation of project innovations.

• Apply new software relevant to the project.

• Manage procurement of research consumables and equipment.

• Prepare research reports, publications, and grant proposals.

• Qualifications in applied physics, material science, chemistry, food sciences, heat transfer, environmental engineering, materials engineering, thermal engineering, renewable energy, sustainability, or related fields.

• Strong interest in sustainable materials and cooling energy management for cold boxes and cold chain applications.

• Proficiency in nutritional and microbiological analysis

• Proficiency in data analysis and scientific tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python).

• Familiarity with thermal testing, material characterization, or PCM research is a plus.

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a team player.

• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply as well.