Ning Dai

Ning Dai is an Associate Professor at the University of Buffalo within the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, specializing in organic nitrogen chemistry in both engineered and natural environmental systems. Her research addresses critical challenges in water treatment, disinfection byproducts, and membrane technologies.

• PhD in Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Yale University (2014)
• MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Stanford University (2009)
• BS in Environmental Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University (2008)

Research Interests: Dr. Dai investigates emerging contaminants in stormwater, halogenation reactions leading to disinfection byproducts, and advanced oxidation processes using peracetic acid. Her work also explores graphene oxide membranes for water purification and ecotoxicity assessment of treated wastewater. Recent studies analyze the impact of sunlight on contaminant degradation and carbon dioxide capture systems.

Article Trends: Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining environmental chemistry, membrane engineering, and ecotoxicology. Key themes include disinfection byproduct formation, membrane fouling control, and oxidative degradation mechanisms.

Scientific Awards:

• Emerging Investigator Series (2018)

Contact Information:
231 Jarvis Hall, Buffalo NY, 14260
Phone: (716) 645-4015