Kela Weber

Dr. Kela Weber is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the Royal Military College of Canada. He holds a cross-appointment as an Associate Professor at Queen's University's Beaty Water Research Centre. His primary affiliation is with the Royal Military College, where he leads the Environmental and Bioprocess Engineering Laboratory (EBEL), focusing on biological interactions and microbial applications in environmental systems. He also serves as Director of the Environmental Sciences Group (ESG).

Education: PhD (2009), MASc, and BAsc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo. His research spans four core themes: Water Treatment, Environmental Protection, Remediation, and Fundamental Science. Notable projects include PFAS degradation studies, treatment wetlands optimization, and collaborations with First Nations communities across Canada.

Research Trends: Recent work emphasizes PFAS analysis and remediation via advanced oxidation systems (UV/sulfite/iodide), soil contamination mechanisms, and material interactions with toxic substances. His lab bridges fundamental science and applied engineering solutions.

Grants & Collaborations: Co-applicant on LEADERS CREATE Program and Ontario Research Fund - Research Excellence. Engages government stakeholders and industry partners like Elementary Solutions Group Inc. (2010–2015).

Labs/Teams: Director of EBEL and ESG, focusing on interdisciplinary environmental engineering challenges.