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Avner Vengosh is the Nicholas Distinguished Professor of Environmental Quality at Duke University’s Nicholas School of the Environment and chairs the Division of Earth and Climate Sciences. His research focuses on the energy-water nexus, particularly the environmental impacts of hydraulic fracturing, coal ash disposal, lithium mining, and phosphate fertilizers. He holds joint appointments in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (Pratt School of Engineering) and the Duke Global Health Institute.
Education
- Ph.D., Australian National University (1990)
- M.S., Hebrew University (1986)
- B.S., Hebrew University (1984)
Research Interests: Vengosh’s work integrates geochemistry and environmental science to address global challenges like renewable energy resource sustainability. His studies on lithium brines, coal ash contamination, and fertilizer-derived metal accumulation are pivotal. He uses isotopic tracers to track pollutants and assess water quality risks, with a focus on policy-relevant solutions.
Articles Trends: Recent publications emphasize lithium mining’s water impacts, coal ash’s toxic metal transport, and global phosphate fertilizer geochemistry. His work bridges laboratory analysis with field studies, offering actionable insights for policymakers.
Recognition: Recipient of the Nicholas Distinguished Professor title, reflecting his academic and research excellence. His contributions are highlighted in media outlets like Nature and Science Advances.
Grants & Advising: Principal investigator for over 40 grants, including NSF-funded projects on phosphate ore geochemistry and lithium’s environmental footprint. His lab trains students in interdisciplinary environmental science, with a focus on water quality and energy systems.
Labs/Teams: Leads the Vengosh Research Group, which collaborates globally to address water-energy-food nexus challenges, particularly in regions like China, India, and the U.S.
