معرفی
Christine Kelly is a Professor in the Department of Chemical, Biological, and Environmental Engineering at Oregon State University’s College of Engineering. Her research focuses on wastewater-based epidemiology (e.g., tracking SARS-CoV-2), wastewater treatment systems, and genetic engineering of microorganisms for biofuel production. She also advocates for evidence-based education practices and inclusivity in STEM. Her work bridges environmental engineering, public health, and biotechnology.
Education:
- Ph.D. Chemical Engineering, University of Tennessee, 1997
- B.S. Chemical Engineering, University of Arizona, 1989
Research Interests:
Dr. Kelly’s current projects include analyzing viral shedding patterns via wastewater surveillance (e.g., tracking community-level SARS-CoV-2 prevalence) and optimizing decentralized wastewater systems for cost-efficiency. Her earlier work involved engineering yeast and bacterial strains to convert waste biomass into industrial enzymes and biofuels. She also leads initiatives to improve STEM education accessibility.
Research Contributions:
Her work has been highlighted in news stories such as “Sewers provide COVID-19 data” (Oct 2020) and “Opening doors to engineering for youth” (Jan 2018).
Grants & Advising:
No specific grants or advising details are listed in the provided information.
Labs/Teams:
Leads the Oregon Wastewater Surveillance initiative, focusing on wastewater-based epidemiology applications.
