Lide Chen

Lide Chen is a Professor of Waste Management Engineering at the University of Idaho, affiliated with the Department of Soil and Water Systems in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. His research focuses on value-added products from waste, mitigating environmental impacts of waste, and disseminating science-based information to stakeholders. He holds a Ph.D. from Iowa State University (2008) and prior degrees from China Agricultural University (M.S., 1993; B.S., 1989).

• Education:
  • Ph.D., Iowa State University, 2008
  • M.S., China Agricultural University, 1993
  • B.S., China Agricultural University, 1989

Research Interests:
Chen’s work emphasizes transforming waste into valuable resources, reducing environmental harm from waste, and promoting evidence-based decision-making. Key areas include agricultural waste management, sustainable resource utilization, and environmental policy.

Affiliations:
Office: Room B47, Twin Falls Research and Extension Center (315 Fall Avenue, Twin Falls, ID). Mailing address: 315 Fall Avenue, Evergreen Bldg., Twin Falls, ID 83301.