Larisa León de Syniawa
Dr.-Ing.
Cottbus
Summary
Experienced Research Engineer and Project Coordinator with over 13 years in academic and industrial settings, specializing in catalyst modeling, emissions reduction, and simulation of after-treatment systems. Proven track record managing interdisciplinary teams and coordinating multi-institutional R&D projects. Skilled in data-driven decision making, mentoring students, and delivering optimized engineering solutions.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Research Engineer
Loge Deutschland GmbH
2022.03 - Current
- Lead research on after-treatment systems including TWC, DOC, SCR, and DPF; developed predictive simulation tools supporting regulatory emission targets.
- Collaborated with experimental teams to align surface chemistry models with practical performance testing.
- Gained insight into calibration logic for emissions optimization and validated models under dynamic driving conditions.
Research Engineer
BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
2019.09 - 2022.02
- Company Overview: Chair of Thermodynamic/ Thermal Process Engineering. AIF/ FVV Project “CNG Cold start”
- Integrated experimental and modeling data to optimize cold-start performance of CNG engines.
- Developed catalyst models (TWC & MOC) for passenger and heavy-duty vehicle applications.
- Chair of Thermodynamic/ Thermal Process Engineering. AIF/ FVV Project “CNG Cold start”
Research Engineer
Loge Deutschland GmbH
2018.12 - 2019.08
- Created surface reaction models for methanation (Sabatier process).
- Led collaborative reviews with experimental teams to align research objectives.
Research Engineer
BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
2011.08 - 2018.11
- Company Overview: Chair of Thermal Process Engineering
- Developed kinetic models for IC engine combustion and soot formation (Hyundai-Kia project).
- Produced validated chemical mechanisms for small hydrocarbon reactions.
- Chair of Thermal Process Engineering
Research Engineer
BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
2014.06 - 2014.12
- Company Overview: Chair of Internal Combustion Engines
- Studied viability of LNG as alternative aviation fuel based on European fuel composition.
- Chair of Internal Combustion Engines
Sales Engineer
KEMTEC C.A.
2007.02 - 2008.05
- Introduced Dow Chemicals additives into Venezuelan market; managed client support.
Supervisor Engineer
INVIAL / INTi
2005.01 - 2005.06
- Oversaw water treatment operations and quality control for municipal systems.
Product Engineer
3M Venezuela
2005.01 - 2005.06
- Developed new electrical tape formulation using Six Sigma and ISO-9001 standards.
Education
Doctor of Engineering (Dr.-Ing.) -
Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus
2011.10 - 2022.12
M.Sc. - Process Engineering and Plant Design
BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
2008.10 - 2011.03
B.Sc. - Chemical Engineering
University of Carabobo
1998.10 - 2003.12
Skills
Catalyst and combustion modeling
Thermal process engineering
Research project coordination
Simulation tools: LOGEresearch
Simulation tools: LOGEcat
Interests
Jogging
reading
traveling
music
Software
- Microsoft Office
- Python
- LOGEresearch
- LOGEcat
- DARS
Personal Information
- Number of Children: 2
- Date of Birth: 08/06/81
- Nationality: German
- Driving License: Class B
- Marital Status: married
- Place of Birth: Valencia, Venezuela
Timeline
Research Engineer
Loge Deutschland GmbH
2022.03 - Current
Research Engineer
BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
2019.09 - 2022.02
Research Engineer
Loge Deutschland GmbH
2018.12 - 2019.08
Research Engineer
BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
2014.06 - 2014.12
Doctor of Engineering (Dr.-Ing.) -
Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus
2011.10 - 2022.12
Research Engineer
BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
2011.08 - 2018.11
M.Sc. - Process Engineering and Plant Design
BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
2008.10 - 2011.03
Sales Engineer
KEMTEC C.A.
2007.02 - 2008.05
Supervisor Engineer
INVIAL / INTi
2005.01 - 2005.06
Product Engineer
3M Venezuela
2005.01 - 2005.06
B.Sc. - Chemical Engineering
University of Carabobo
1998.10 - 2003.12