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Dr. Emily Chiang is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Guelph since 2014. She holds a PhD in Bioscience Engineering from KU Leuven, Belgium, and degrees in Chemical Engineering from the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on mineral carbon sequestration in agricultural soils, waste valorization, and sustainable process engineering. Key projects include using wollastonite to enhance CO2 sequestration and developing antimicrobial water disinfection technologies.
Education:
- PhD in Bioscience Engineering, KU Leuven (Belgium)
- Master’s and Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering, University of Toronto
Research Themes:
- Carbon sequestration via mineral weathering in agroecosystems
- Valorization of industrial waste for sustainable materials
- Process intensification for environmental remediation
Key Contributions: Pioneered verification of wollastonite-induced soil carbonation and developed novel antimicrobial surfaces for water disinfection. Her work integrates geochemical modeling, field trials, and industrial collaboration.
Funding & Awards:
- NSERC Discovery Grant (2015)
- Ontario Early Researcher Award (2019)
- Multiple grants from federal/provincial agencies
Advising & Innovation: Leads research teams advancing CO2 removal technologies and waste-to-resource systems. Active in translating findings into industry partnerships and policy recommendations.
Labs & Collaborations: Collaborates with government agencies, NGOs, and industries on projects like mineral amendment trials and bio-based carbon capture systems.
