Lily Young

Lily Young is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at Rutgers University, where she conducts pioneering research in environmental microbiology. Holding a Ph.D. from Harvard University, she maintains an active research profile with contact via lily.young@rutgers.edu and phone 848-932-5710.

Education

• Ph.D., Harvard University

Research Focus

Dr. Young specializes in anaerobic microbial metabolism of environmental contaminants and microbial ecology, investigating how microorganisms break down pollutants in oxygen-depleted environments. Her work bridges biogeochemistry and environmental engineering, focusing on bioremediation mechanisms for contaminated soil and groundwater systems. This research provides critical insights for developing sustainable cleanup technologies in polluted ecosystems.

Awards

• No specific scientific awards listed in source material

Advising and Grants

While the source material confirms her faculty status, no details regarding graduate student advising, research grants, or sponsored projects were provided. Her Distinguished Professor title indicates significant scholarly contributions warranting further investigation into funding history.