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Paul Imhoff is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Delaware and serves as the Associate Director of the interdisciplinary Water Science and Policy Graduate Program. He holds a joint appointment in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences. His expertise spans environmental engineering, focusing on fluid dynamics in porous media and mass transfer processes with applications to groundwater remediation, biochar-based stormwater systems, and landfill gas emissions. A recipient of the NSF Early Career Development Award, his work has garnered significant interdisciplinary recognition.
- Ph.D. in Civil Engineering and Operations Research (Water Resources) from Princeton University
- M.A. in Civil Engineering from Princeton University
- M.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from University of Wisconsin-Madison
- B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from University of Cincinnati
Dr. Imhoff's research explores:
- Biochar applications for stormwater management and urban soil restoration
- Measurement and modeling of fugitive greenhouse gas emissions from landfills
- Groundwater and soil remediation techniques for contaminated sites
- Advancements in breathable membrane toilets for developing countries
His research team has published extensively on biochar impacts on hydrology and pollutant removal, landfill methane monitoring, and sustainable sanitation solutions. Recent work demonstrates biochar's ability to alter soil hydrology and nutrient cycling in urban environments, as well as innovating measurement techniques for fugitive gas emissions.
Scientific awards include:
- NSF Early Career Development Award
Dr. Imhoff supervises a diverse group of students and researchers, including:
- PhD Students (co-supervised with Professors Di Toro and Bruck)
- Master Students (thesis and non-thesis tracks)
- Undergraduate Researchers (including Senior Thesis students co-supervised with Professors Di Toro and Carbonaro)
- Postdoctoral Researchers and Staff Scientists
