This document contains the curriculum vitae of Muhammad Younas. It outlines his educational background which includes a MEngSc in Environmental Engineering from Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman and a BSc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Engineering and Technology Peshawar. It also details his professional experience as a graduate research assistant and internships. His skills include Microsoft Office, MATLAB, AutoCAD, and communications. He has authored several publications and participated in conferences and competitions.

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION Muhammad Younas
Faculty of Engineering and Green Technology,
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 31900 Kampar, Perak, Malaysia.
+60 164 97 98 11
m.younasˍ33@yahoo.com
Skype Account m.younasˍ33
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
20 March 2014 − Continued MEngSc (Environmental Engg.) in Faculty of Engineering and Green Technology,
University Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), Kampar Perak (Malaysia)
Languages English, Pushto and Urdu (Can read, write and speak), beginner in Malay
OBJECTIVES
To pursue a career in a well-reputed organization for my own as well as
bright future of the organization
01 June 2014 – 01 August
2016
21 September 2012 – 14 April
2014
15 July 2011 – 01 September
2011
20 July 2010 – 20 September
2010
Graduate Research Assistant
Faculty of Engineering and Green Technology, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia.
Assistant Production Engineer
Naubahar Bottling Company (Pvt) Ltd-PEPSI, Gujranwala-Pakistan
Chemical Engineer (Internee)
Fecto Cement Industry Ltd. Islamabad-Pakistan
Chemical Engineer (Internee)
Engro Chemical Paksitan Ltd., Ghotki-Pakistan
01 September 2008 – 27 July
2012
10 September 2006 – 10 June
2008
01 September 2004 – 05 July
2006
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, CGPA 2.8/4.0
University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar (Pakistan)
Higher Secondary School Certificate, with honor of A grade
Islamia College, Peshawar (Pakistan)
Secondary School Certificate, with honor of A-1 grade
Government High School Badwan, Adenzai (Pakistan)
Organisational skills Independent and team work skills, Leadership, Managerial skill, Good communication and adaptability
Computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Power point, Excel), Programming in Matlab, Design of Experiment
(DOE), AutoCAD, Psycalc98.
EDUCATION
PERSONAL SKILLS

2. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Availability After September, 2016
Publications
Master’s Degree Thesis
(In progress)
Bachelor’s Projects
Online Courses Taken
Honours and awards
Memberships
 Younas, M., Sohail, M., Kong, L.L.L., Bashir, M.J.K., Sumathi, S. (2016) “Feasibility of CO2
adsorption by solid adsorbents: a review on low-temperature systems”, Int. J. Environ. Sci.
Technol. DOI: 10.1007/s13762-016-1008-1
 Younas, M., Leong, L.K., Mohamed, A.R., Sumathi, S. “CO2 adsorption by modified palm
shell activated carbon (PSAC) via chemical, and physical activation”, Chem. Eng. Commun.
DOI: 10.1080/00986445.2016.1201660
 Shehzad, A., Bashir, M.J.K., Sumathi, S., Lim, J.W., Younas, M. (2016) “Bioelectrochemical
system for landfill leachate treatment – challenges, opportunities, and recommendations,
Geosystem Engineering, DOI:10.1080/12269328.2016.1188029
 Shehzad, A., Bashir, M.J.K., Sumathi, S., Younas, M., Lim, J.W. (2016) “Decolourisation of
stabilized landfill leachate using cerbera manghas activated carbon prepared via microwave
heating process”, International journal of plant, animal and environmental sciences, ISSN:
2231-4490.
 Younas, M., Sumathi, S., Shehzad, A., Bashir, M.J.K., “Recent advancements, fundamental
challenges and opportunities in catalytic methanation of CO2” (Review article; Under review
in Energy and Fuel).
 Younas, M., Sumathi, S., Leong, L.K., Mohamed, A.R. “Hydrogen generation from
aluminum-water reaction for CO2 methanation: Optimization of methanation on Rh/PSAC
catalyst by RSM” (Under review in Energy Conversion and Management).
 Younas, M., Sumathi, S., Shehzad, A., Nadeem, H., “Process optimization of CO2
methanation over Ni and Rh based catalysts: Development of aluminum/water-based
hydrogen generation system” (Under review in Journal of CO2 Utilization)
 “Comparative study of CO2 adsorption by chemically and physically modified palm shell
activated carbon (PSAC)” Int. Conference on Environment 2015 (ICENV 2015)
 “Improving characteristics of biodiesel produced from mustard oil”, International Conference
for engineering Sciences (ICES) Lahore 2012.
 "Wasting Inventions" in Dawn National Newspaper (January 9, 2014)
A novel palm shell based activated carbon catalyst for carbon dioxide capture and
reforming into methane.
Main projects: Biogas production from local algae biomass (spirogyra) and to modified
fabricated lab scale anaerobic digester
Mini projects: 1. Improving characteristic of biodiesel produced from mustard oil.
2. Water analysis of flood affected areas in Pakistan for USAID project.
 Climate Changes by Prof. Lesley Hughes from Macquarie University
Link:https://www.open2study.com/courses/climate-change
 Introduction to Sustainability by Jonathan Tomkin from University of Illinois
Link:https://www.coursera.org/course/sustain
UTAR Research Scholarship (ScienceFund) May, 2014
Gold Middle in Trekthon Run for Nature (7Km) November 2014
Graduate Assessment Test (GAT) General qualified April 2012
Winner of National Space Week Quiz Competition October 2011
Certificate from NGO for serving community July 2009
Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)
Al-Khidmat Foundation Pakistan,