Our research bridges fundamental and applied chemical, physical, and environmental engineering to develop cost-effective, scalable solutions for global water security, pollution control, biomedical innovation, and circular resource recovery.
Our research bridges fundamental and applied chemical, physical, and environmental engineering to develop cost-effective, scalable solutions for global water security, pollution control, biomedical innovation, and circular resource recovery.
Water & Wastewater Treatment
We develop advanced physical-chemical and biological purification systems for municipal, industrial, and mining effluents. Core technologies include novel adsorption media, electrocoagulation, photocatalysis, advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), and hybrid membrane bioreactors (MBRs).
Nanotechnology in Environmental & Medical Applications
We engineer functional nanomaterials—including magnetic nanoparticles, carbon nanotubes, graphene-based composites, and atomic layer deposited (ALD) thin films—for targeted environmental and biomedical uses. Environmental applications focus on high-capacity nanoadsorbents and visible-light nanocatalysts, while medical and health-related initiatives explore antimicrobial nanocoatings, targeted drug-delivery carriers, and rapid breath- and bio-sensing diagnostics.
Green Chemistry & Circular Economy
Our work transforms waste streams into high-value materials and clean energy. Key initiatives focus on recovering rare earth elements (REEs), precious metals, and nutrients from acid mine drainage and industrial sludge, alongside synthesizing sustainable catalysts and bio-based sorbents from lignocellulosic and agro-industrial residues.
Emerging Contaminants & Microplastics
We investigate the environmental fate, analytical detection, and remediation of persistent pollutants in aquatic ecosystems. Our studies target microplastics, pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs), perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), chelating agents, and toxic heavy metals.
Environmental Monitoring & Sensors
We design rapid, high-sensitivity analytical methods and real-time monitoring tools for water and air quality. Our expertise spans chromatography, differential ion mobility spectrometry (DMS), and nanostructured electrochemical sensors for trace contaminant detection.