Min M Addy

Min M Addy is a Research Professor in the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering at the University of Minnesota. Their work focuses on sustainable technologies in environmental engineering, biotechnology, and agricultural systems. Key research areas include wastewater treatment using microalgae, biofuel production from organic wastes, and automation in agricultural machinery.

Research interests are centered on nutrient recovery from swine manure, algae-bacterial co-cultivation systems, and the development of innovative equipment for precision agriculture. Addy’s interdisciplinary projects integrate robotics, mechanical engineering, and environmental science to address challenges in waste valorization and sustainable food production.

Recent publications highlight advancements in nighttime greenhouse tomato harvesting robots, soil characteristic analysis, and almond hull valorization via high-pressure homogenization. Their work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in clean water and sanitation, affordable and clean energy, and responsible consumption and production.

Collaborations span international institutions, leveraging geostationary satellite data for environmental monitoring and advanced robotics for agricultural automation. Research outputs include over 130 peer-reviewed articles, with a focus on practical solutions for sustainable resource management.