Basil Baltzis

Basil Baltzis is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). He previously held a role in the Office of the Provost. His research focuses on membrane technology, biofiltration systems, and chemical engineering education. He has contributed to advancements in nanofiltration processes for pharmaceutical manufacturing and modeling of biotrickling filters for VOC removal.

Key research areas include microbial population dynamics, reactor optimization, and parameter space analysis in environmental biotechnology. His work bridges fundamental engineering principles with practical applications in pollution control and solvent exchange technologies. Collaborations include partnerships with Hudson County Community College for business degree transfer programs.

Publications span from 1983-2003, emphasizing both applied and educational aspects of chemical engineering. Notable contributions include modeling biotrickling filter operations and developing nanofiltration-based diafiltration techniques.