Xan Zulfiqar Ahmad

Zulfiqar A. Khan is an academic and research leader in Nanoengineering & Energy Systems (NES®), known for building multidisciplinary research programs that connect advanced materials, thermofluids/heat transfer, tribology, corrosion science, and complex systems modelling. In 2015, he established the NanoCorr, Energy & Modelling (NCEM) Research Group, developing both on- and off-campus energy laboratories to strengthen applied research and energy resilience.

His innovation record includes multiple UK and international patents in condition monitoring, low-to-zero emissions energy technologies, and nanofluids, with renewable energy IP commercialised through industry partnership.

Bournemouth University, UK (progressive leadershiple/leadership roles)

1. Associate Professor, Design Engineering (Oct 2013 – Oct 2016)
2. Principal Academic, Design Engineering (Oct 2011 – Oct 2013)
3. Led the NCEM research group and contributed to university-wide research strategy and impact activity.
4. UoA12 (Engineering) Leader — championing REF-related development and unit planning (REF2021/REF2029).
5. Director, Sustainable Design Research Centre (SDRC) (Jul 2007 – Jul 2015): led research and enterprise activity; the group received REF panel recognition for a strong proportion of internationally excellent outputs.
6. Associate Dean (Research & Enterprise) (Nov 2008 – Aug 2010): leadership of research, enterprise, partnerships and growth initiatives.

Visiting Professor: Tsinghua University, Beijing, China