Lokesh Padhye

Lokesh Padhye is a Research Associate Professor and Associate Director of Emerging Contaminants Research at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), Stony Brook University. His work focuses on the occurrence, fate, and remediation of emerging contaminants like PFAS and microplastics in natural and built environments.

Education:

• Ph.D., 2010 — Georgia Institute of Technology
• MS, 2006 — Georgia Institute of Technology

Research Interests:

Dr. Padhye leads the Emerging Contaminants Research Laboratory (ECRL), investigating contamination pathways, environmental impacts, and sustainable remediation strategies for pollutants such as PFAS and microplastics. His interdisciplinary approach bridges analytical chemistry, environmental engineering, and policy.

Labs/Teams:

He directs the ECRL at Stony Brook, a hub for advanced contaminant analysis and collaborative research with industry and policymakers.