Zhiming Zhang

Zhiming Zhang, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Rowan University’s Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering. He specializes in environmental remediation through sustainable approaches, focusing on water/wastewater treatment, soil remediation, and green technology development. His work integrates biological and physico-chemical methods to address emerging contaminants like PFAS and selenium, while emphasizing resource recovery and circular economy principles.

Education:

• Postdoctoral Fellow, Stevens Institute of Technology
• Ph.D., Florida State University
• M.E., Florida State University
• M.S., China University of Mining and Technology-Beijing
• B.S., China University of Mining and Technology-Beijing

Research Expertise:

• Sustainable Water/Wastewater Treatment
• PFAS and Metal Contaminant Removal
• Green Technology Development
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Resource Recovery (e.g., SeNPs)

Recent Research Trends: Dr. Zhang’s publications emphasize PFAS remediation via electrokinetics, biodegradation mechanisms, and bioelectrochemical systems. He explores innovative methods like chemical-catalyzed phytoextraction and photocatalytic degradation, targeting soil and water contamination. His work bridges environmental chemistry, engineering, and microbiology to achieve sustainable solutions.

Professional Memberships:

• Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors (AEESP)
• American Chemical Society (ACS)