Wen Zhang

Wen Zhang is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Newark College of Engineering (NCE), New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), with a secondary appointment in the Department of Chemical and Material Engineering. His research focuses on environmental engineering innovations, including advanced water treatment technologies, nanomaterial applications, and sustainable pollution remediation strategies. He holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from Georgia Tech, an M.S. from Tongji University, and a B.S. from Tsinghua University.

Education:

• Ph.D., Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (2011)
• M.S., Environmental Engineering, Tongji University (2007)
• B.S., Environmental Engineering, Tsinghua University (2004)

Research Interests:

Zhang’s work integrates nanotechnology, electrochemistry, and membrane engineering to address critical environmental challenges. His lab develops novel filtration systems, nanobubble-enhanced treatments, and photocatalytic materials for removing contaminants like PFAS, heavy metals, and microplastics. Recent advancements include self-cleaning air filtration systems and piezoelectric-based PFAS destruction methods. He explores sustainable solutions for water reuse, desalination, and nutrient recovery from wastewater.

Research Trends:

His publications emphasize multifunctional membranes, nanobubble applications in aeration and disinfection, and synergistic photocatalytic systems. Key themes include optimizing nanomaterials for pollution degradation, enhancing membrane thermal efficiency, and scaling electrochemical processes for industrial use.

Awards & Grants:

No awards explicitly listed in text, though his prolific publication record and patented technologies (e.g., nanobubble generation systems) indicate significant research impact. Active grants likely support his work on PFAS remediation and membrane innovation, though specific funding details are not provided.

Advising & Labs:

Zhang leads interdisciplinary research teams at NJIT’s environmental engineering labs, collaborating on projects ranging from microbial degradation studies to advanced oxidation processes. While no students are listed here, his work often involves graduate and postdoctoral researchers in environmental and chemical engineering.

Labs/Teams:

His research is conducted within NJIT’s Environmental Engineering laboratories, focusing on applied technologies for real-world environmental challenges.