LINPRA Honorary Award to LEI Representatives

On 27 January, the traditional annual event of the Lithuanian Engineering and Technology Industries Association (LINPRA) took place at the Science Island in Kaunas, during which individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the sector were honoured with Honorary Badges. The prestigious award was presented to LEI researchers Dr. Andrius Tamošiūnas and Dr. Nerijus Striūgas.

Recognition of Professional Contribution

Dr. Andrius Tamošiūnas is a Chief Researcher at the Plasma Technologies Laboratory of LEI, making a significant contribution to the development of advanced solutions in energy and environmental engineering. He began his professional career at LEI in 2008 as an engineer. In 2014, he defended his doctoral dissertation entitled “Investigation of Thermohydrodynamic Processes in Water Vapour Plasma and Its Application for the Conversion of Organic Materials.” Since 2019, Dr. Tamošiūnas has been working as a Chief Researcher at the Plasma Technologies Laboratory. He is involved in national and international projects focused on the development of plasma gasification technologies, the conversion of various types of waste into synthesis gas and hydrogen, and the reduction of environmental pollution. His scientific work covers research into plasma technologies and their application in the fields of energy and environmental engineering.

“The LINPRA Honorary Badge is not only a personal recognition of many years of consistent work, but also an encouragement to continue scientific research and the development of innovations. This award allows me once again to reflect on my contribution to the advancement of energy technologies and to realise that each of our efforts contributes to shared goals. It motivates me to strive for even better results,” shared Dr. Tamošiūnas.

Dr. Nerijus Striūgas is a Chief Researcher at the Combustion Processes Laboratory of LEI, developing solutions in thermal energy technologies and combustion processes. He began his professional career at the Institute in 2003 after completing his Bachelor’s and Master’s studies in Thermal Engineering at Kaunas University of Technology. In 2009, Dr. Striūgas defended his doctoral dissertation entitled “Investigation of Thermal Decomposition of the Glycerol Fraction for the Production of Hydrogen-Enriched Gases.” From 2011 to 2024, he headed the Combustion Processes Laboratory, where he continues to work. His scientific activity focuses on the fields of energy and thermal engineering, and he is involved in national and international projects.