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Yiming Su is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Engineering at Utah State University, affiliated with the Utah Water Research Laboratory (UWRL). His research focuses on environmental nanotechnology, water treatment processes, and sustainable agricultural solutions, with a strong emphasis on nanoparticle behavior, contaminant remediation, and green synthesis of biocontrol agents.
Research Interests: Dr. Su's work spans multiple interdisciplinary domains including environmental engineering, materials science, and agricultural sustainability. His research investigates the fate and transport of nanomaterials in environmental systems, development of advanced catalysts for wastewater treatment, and application of plant-derived compounds for biocontrol and phytoremediation. He applies both experimental and analytical techniques to assess environmental risks and optimize remediation strategies.
His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on nanoparticle-plant interactions, advanced oxidation processes, heavy metal immobilization, and natural product-based antimicrobials. These studies often involve international collaborations and appear in high-impact journals such as Nature Food and Journal of Hazardous Materials.
Scientific Recognition:
Advising and Teaching: Dr. Su mentors graduate students in Civil & Environmental Engineering and teaches key courses including CEE 3640 - Drinking Water Engineering and CEE 6640 - Physical and Chemical Environmental Process Engineering. His advising portfolio includes students working on nano-enabled environmental solutions and water quality engineering.
Laboratory and Research Environment: Based at the Utah Water Research Laboratory (UWRL), Dr. Su conducts cutting-edge research in a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to water and environmental systems. His team integrates chemical, biological, and engineering approaches to address pressing environmental challenges.
