Rui Cruz
Global R&D Director for Industrial Solutions, Dow
2014 Conference Keynote
We are delighted to announce that Rui Cruz, Research & Development Director, Exploration and Production - Dow Oil Gas and Mining, has agreed to be our keynote speaker.
Wonders and Challenges of Process Research in the Chemical Industry
Dr. Rui Cruz, Research & Development Director, Exploration and Production - Dow Oil Gas and Mining, The Dow Chemical Company
Strong process research organizations and capabilities constitute very relevant competitive advantages in the chemical industry, enabling constant improvements for the existing plants (increased yields, safety, minimizing waste generation) as well as the development of new technologies to scale-up new molecules or to revolutionize the way a current product is produced. This presentation will address best practices and some of the common challenges of industrial process research, also covering case studies related to different scales and types of projects.