Qingye Lu

Dr. Qingye Lu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the University of Calgary. Her research focuses on bioadhesion, colloid and interfacial chemistry, nanomaterials, and their applications in environmental and energy systems. She holds a PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Alberta and has postdoctoral training in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Chemical and Materials Engineering. She leads the Laboratory of Interfacial Science and Advanced Materials (LISAM), developing advanced materials for sustainability, energy, and environmental challenges.

• Education:
• PhD in Analytical Chemistry, University of Alberta
• MSc in Physical Chemistry, Wuhan University
• BSc in Chemistry, Wuhan University
• Research Interests:
• Bioinspired materials for CO2 capture and oil/water separation
• Interfacial science in energy systems (e.g., solar evaporation, fuel cells)
• Environmental applications: wastewater treatment, heavy metal adsorption
• Awards:
• Early Career Research Excellence Award (2020)
• Queen Elizabeth II Graduate Scholarship (2008–2009)
• Advising:
• Seeks motivated Master’s and PhD students across disciplines.
• Labs:
• LISAM Lab focuses on interfacial science and advanced materials for energy and environment.