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Banu Örmeci is a Professor and Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in Wastewater and Public Health Engineering at Carleton University’s Faculty of Engineering and Design. She directs the Global Water Institute and focuses on advancing water and wastewater treatment technologies to protect public health and the environment.
- Doctorate and Master’s degrees from Duke University, USA
- Bachelor’s degree from Dokuz Eyül University, Turkey
Her research spans:
- Removal of chemical contaminants and pathogens from wastewater
- Environmental monitoring of emerging pollutants
- Development of innovative treatment technologies
- Climate change impacts on water security
She has published over 150 peer-reviewed articles and holds 9 international patents. Her work addresses both global and Canadian-specific water challenges.
Scientific Awards:
- 2025 Research Achievement Award (Carleton University)
- 2023 WEAO Public Outreach and Knowledge Transfer Award
- 2022 IWA Fellow
- 2021 Water’s Next Award (Academic Leader)
- 2020 Engineering Excellence Award (Ottawa Chapter)
- 2019 Teaching Excellence Award (Carleton University)
- 2016 Engineering Ambassador Award (Partners in Research)
- 2012 Canada Research Chair (Tier II)
- 2008 Outstanding Young Scientist (Royal Society of Canada)
- 2007 Ontario Early Researcher Award
Prof. Örmeci is actively involved in professional leadership, including roles as:
- Director of the Global Water Institute
- Canadian Focal Point for IANAS Water Program
- Past Chair of IWA Specialist Group on Sludge Management
- Board Member of Canadian Association on Water Quality (CAWQ)
- Past President of Women in Science and Engineering (Ottawa Chapter)
She mentors female students in STEM and organizes outreach initiatives. Her work bridges industrial partnerships to optimize wastewater processes and reduce operational costs.
