Pedram Fatehi

Dr. Pedram Fatehi is a Director and Assistant Professor at Lakehead University’s Department of Chemical Engineering. He leads the Biorefining Research Institute and the Biomass Utilization Research Laboratory, focusing on sustainable chemical engineering solutions.

• Education: BSc from Sharif University of Technology, MSc from Asian Institute of Technology, and PhD from the University of New Brunswick.

His research interests include:

• Production of advanced cellulose-based materials
• Modification of lignin and hemicelluloses for value-added products
• Advanced colloid and interface science applications in wastewater treatment

Scientific awards and leadership roles:

• Canada Research Chair (Tier II)
• Industrial Research Chair
• Director of Biorefining Research Institute
• Director of Biomass Utilization Research Laboratory