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Professor Ewan McAdam is a leading academic in Membrane Science and Technology at Cranfield University’s Water Science Institute. He specializes in developing hybrid membrane technologies for water treatment, focusing on selective separations, chemical transformations, and resource recovery. His work addresses global challenges in sustainable water management, energy efficiency, and environmental protection. He leads high-impact projects like the Nanomembrane Toilet (winner of the 2018 IWA Innovation Award) and holds a prestigious ERC Fellowship for membrane-assisted crystallization research. With over £10M in research funding, he collaborates with global entities such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, NGOs, and industrial partners like Anglian Water and Severn Trent PLC.
Educational Background: Dr. McAdam earned his doctorate in Membrane Technology from Cranfield University in 2008 after a career in industrial analytical chemistry and environmental consulting. His research integrates fundamental science with practical solutions, emphasizing scalable innovations for water sectors worldwide.
Research Interests: His work spans membrane crystallization, CO2 capture, ammonia recovery, and decentralized sanitation systems. He explores low-energy processes, process intensification, and the integration of membrane technologies with renewable energy systems. Recent advances include CRISPR-enabled sensors for environmental contaminants and novel methods to control nucleation and crystal growth in membrane systems.
Scientific Contributions: With over 140 peer-reviewed articles and five authored books, his publications emphasize membrane technology applications in water treatment, energy recovery, and resource efficiency. He holds six patents related to membrane innovations and is Editor-in-Chief of the Water and Environment Journal.
Grants & Collaborations: Secured funding from EPSRC, the Gates Foundation, and industry partners. His projects include UKCRIC infrastructure resilience initiatives and international networks for wastewater innovation. He supervises early-career researchers and mentors students in interdisciplinary teams.
Labs & Facilities: Utilizes Cranfield’s advanced facilities for membrane testing, water infrastructure resilience, and real-world prototyping. Key platforms include the UKCRIC National Research Facility for Water and Wastewater Treatment, enabling full-scale trials of novel technologies.
