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Breakthrough Research Award

Vicente Pérez-García
University of Guanajuato, Mexico
Vicente Pérez-García
Affiliation University of Guanajuato
Country Mexico
Scopus 56010310500
Documents 33
Citations 410
h-index 13
Subject Area Mechanical Engineering
Event Popular Engineer Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-2522-3812
Google Scholar IqBMK3UAAAAJ

Vicente Pérez-García is a researcher in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Guanajuato, Mexico. His work focuses on refrigeration systems, low-GWP refrigerants, and energy efficiency. With over 410 citations and an h-index of 13 (Scopus), he has contributed to experimental installations, heat pump instrumentation, and solar-powered refrigeration prototypes. He serves as Guest Editor for MDPI and Frontiers special issues, and collaborates internationally with Universitat Jaume I, Spain.[1]

Abstract

This article presents the research profile of Professor Vicente Pérez-García, highlighting his contributions to mechanical engineering, particularly in refrigeration and HVAC systems. His work includes experimental installations for low-GWP refrigerants, energy-saving configurations, and solar-powered mobile refrigeration. With a Scopus h-index of 13 and over 410 citations, his research has had a measurable impact. He has also contributed to doctoral training, international collaborations, and editorial roles in special issues on eco-friendly refrigeration. This profile supports his nomination for the Breakthrough Research Award at the Popular Engineer Awards.[2]

Keywords

Refrigeration · HVAC · low-GWP refrigerants · heat pumps · energy efficiency · solar cooling · experimental instrumentation · Scopus · h-index · mechanical engineering.

Introduction

The field of refrigeration and HVAC is undergoing a transformation driven by environmental regulations and energy efficiency demands. Researchers like Vicente Pérez-García are at the forefront of developing sustainable technologies and experimental methods. His work at the University of Guanajuato spans from fundamental heat transfer studies to applied projects with industry partners. This article reviews his academic and professional trajectory, research contributions, and impact, providing a comprehensive overview for the Breakthrough Research Award evaluation.[3]

Research Profile

Vicente Pérez-García holds a Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Guanajuato, where he also obtained his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees. He completed a research stay at Universitat Jaume I, Spain, and a professional internship at MABE Quantum in Celaya, Mexico. He is a member of the Sociedad Mexicana de Ingeniería Mecánica. His research areas include refrigeration, HVAC, and energy systems, with a focus on experimental instrumentation and sustainable technologies.[4]

Research Contributions

Pérez-García has led and contributed to multiple projects bridging academia and industry. Key contributions include:

  • Sizing and commissioning of an experimental installation for low-GWP refrigerants.
  • Implementation of an energy-saving configuration for dietetic ice pop freezing.
  • Instrumentation and commissioning of a water-source heat pump with low-GWP refrigerant.
  • Design and construction of a solar-powered mobile refrigeration prototype.
  • Obtaining the overall heat transfer coefficient in a tube-in-tube heat exchanger (also an industry consultancy project).

He has also served as guest editor for MDPI (Applied Sciences, special issue on eco-friendly refrigeration) and as guest associate editor for Frontiers (Low Global Warming Potential Refrigerants). He has supervised doctoral students and served on thesis committees at Universitat Jaume I, Instituto Tecnológico de Morelia, and Instituto Politécnico Nacional.[7][8]

Publications

Pérez-García has published 33 documents indexed in Scopus, with key contributions in thermal engineering. His 2013 paper on CO2 transcritical cycles ([3]) has received 61 citations, while his 2023 review on polystyrene pyrolysis ([4]) has garnered 55 citations. Another significant work on diffusion-absorption systems ([5]) has been cited 35 times. He also authored Memorias CiTeR 2024 (ISBN 978-607-26886-0-5). His editorial roles include guest editor for MDPI and Frontiers special issues ([7], [8]).

Selected highly cited publications are listed below. These works have contributed to the advancement of refrigeration and thermal systems.

  • Comparative study of transcritical vapor compression configurations using CO2 as refrigeration mode base on simulation
    V Pérez-García, JM Belman-Flores, J Navarro-Esbrí, C Rubio-Maya
    Applied Thermal Engineering 51 (1-2), 1038-1046 (2013).
    Citations: 61
  • A thermo-catalytic pyrolysis of polystyrene waste review: A systematic, statistical, and bibliometric approach
    AM Gonzalez-Aguilar, V Pérez-García, JM Riesco-Ávila
    Polymers 15 (6), 1582 (2023).
    Citations: 55
  • Energetic analysis of a diffusion–absorption system: a bubble pump under geometrical and operational conditions effects
    JM Belman-Flores, JL Rodríguez-Muñoz, C Rubio-Maya, V Pérez-García, et al.
    Applied Thermal Engineering 71 (1), 1-10 (2014).
    Citations: 35

Additionally, he has authored the book Memorias CiTeR 2024 (ISBN 978-607-26886-0-5).

Research Impact

Vicente Pérez-García’s research has achieved measurable impact through citations and international collaboration. Scopus data shows 410 citations and an h-index of 13 (as of 2026), while Google Scholar reports 568 citations and an h-index of 16. His work on CO2 transcritical cycles and polystyrene pyrolysis has been widely cited. He has been invited to serve on doctoral examination committees at Universitat Jaume I, Spain, reflecting his international standing. His editorial roles for MDPI and Frontiers further underscore his recognized expertise in low-GWP refrigerants and sustainable refrigeration technologies.[6]

Award Suitability

Professor Vicente Pérez-García is a strong candidate for the Breakthrough Research Award at the Popular Engineer Awards. His research portfolio demonstrates a consistent commitment to experimental innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in refrigeration and HVAC. His work bridges fundamental heat transfer analysis with industry-relevant prototype development, including solar-powered systems and energy-saving configurations. His publication record, international collaborations, and editorial contributions indicate a researcher who not only produces high-quality work but also actively shapes the research community. The award would recognize his significant contributions to mechanical engineering and his potential for future breakthroughs.[7]

Conclusion

This profile highlights the academic and research achievements of Vicente Pérez-García, a dedicated mechanical engineer whose work in refrigeration and HVAC has had a tangible impact. His experimental installations, energy-efficient designs, and solar-powered prototypes address real-world challenges. His scholarly output, including high-impact journal articles and editorial roles, positions him as a leader in his field. The Breakthrough Research Award would be a fitting recognition of his career and his ongoing contributions to sustainable engineering.[8]

External Links

References

  1. University of Guanajuato. (n.d.). Academic profile of Vicente Pérez-García. Department of Mechanical Engineering. https://www.ugto.mx/campusirapuatosalamanca/irse
  2. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Vicente Pérez-García, Author ID 56010310500. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/pages/authors/56010310500
  3. Pérez-García, V., Belman-Flores, J.M., Navarro-Esbrí, J., & Rubio-Maya, C. (2013). Comparative study of transcritical vapor compression configurations using CO2 as refrigeration mode base on simulation. Applied Thermal Engineering, 51(1-2), 1038-1046. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2012.10.018
  4. Gonzalez-Aguilar, A.M., Pérez-García, V., & Riesco-Ávila, J.M. (2023). A thermo-catalytic pyrolysis of polystyrene waste review: A systematic, statistical, and bibliometric approach. Polymers, 15(6), 1582. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15061582
  5. Belman-Flores, J.M., Rodríguez-Muñoz, J.L., Rubio-Maya, C., Pérez-García, V., et al. (2014). Energetic analysis of a diffusion–absorption system: a bubble pump under geometrical and operational conditions effects. Applied Thermal Engineering, 71(1), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2014.06.034
  6. Pérez-García, V. (2024). Memorias CiTeR 2024 (ISBN 978-607-26886-0-5). University of Guanajuato Press.
  7. MDPI. (n.d.). Special Issue “Novel Ecofriendly Refrigeration System: Technology and Application”. Applied Sciences. https://www.mdpi.com/journal/applsci/special_issues/ABVI53W5D0
  8. Frontiers. (n.d.). Research Topic “Low Global Warming Potential Refrigerants”. Frontiers in Mechanical Engineering. https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/43501/low-global-warming-potentialrefrigerants
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