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Chang Geun Yooمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomass Conversion
• Biofuels
• Biorefinery
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Chang Geun Yoo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY ESF) since April 2024, having previously served as an Assistant Professor from July 2018 to March 2024. His research focuses on developing sustainable technologies for biomass conversion, with particular emphasis on biological and thermochemical pathways to transform lignocellulosic biomass into valuable fuels, chemicals, and bio-based materials. He leads the ESF Biomass Engineering Laboratory (BEL), which investigates innovative approaches to lignocellulosic biorefinery processes and sustainable material applications. Ph.D. in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (Major), Biorenewable Resources and Technology (Minor), Iowa State University (2008-2012) M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Hanyang University, Seoul, Korea (2006-2008) B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Hanyang University, Seoul, Korea (1998-2006) Dr. Yoo's research centers on elucidating biomass and bio-product properties while developing advanced lignocellulosic biorefinery processes. His work spans thermochemical and biological conversion pathways, with particular focus on deep eutectic solvents for biomass processing, lignin valorization strategies, and innovative approaches for enhancing biomass digestibility. His laboratory investigates the fundamental mechanisms behind biomass recalcitrance and develops novel pretreatment methods to improve conversion efficiency. The research integrates experimental work with computational modeling to optimize biomass fractionation processes and maximize product yields from renewable resources. Dr. Yoo's recent publications reveal a strong focus on lignin valorization and biomass conversion technologies, with increasing integration of computational approaches to optimize processes. His work spans multiple dimensions including lignin-based polyurethane foams, deep eutectic solvent applications, catalytic processes for biomass conversion, and novel biorefinery approaches. There's growing emphasis on sustainability metrics, economic considerations, and practical implementation challenges in bio-based material development, reflecting the maturation of the field toward commercial applications. Dr. Yoo has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing his research excellence and teaching: SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Activities (2025) ACS Energy & Fuels Rising Stars (2024) NSF CAREER Award (2023) ESF Exemplary Researcher (2023) ACS ENFL Early Career Investigator Spotlight (2023) ACS CNY Section Award (2021) Dr. Yoo actively mentors PhD students in Paper & Bioprocess Engineering and related fields, with current advisees including Nara Han, Seongsu Park, Jiae Ryu, and Chaehwi Yoon. His NSF CAREER Award (2023) supports innovative work in biomass conversion technologies, while his research group maintains strong collaborations with Oak Ridge National Laboratory, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and various industry partners to advance biorefinery concepts from laboratory to practical applications. His editorial roles with Advances in Industrial Engineering Chemistry, Frontiers in Chemical Engineering, and Applied Sciences demonstrate his leadership in the field. Dr. Yoo leads the ESF Biomass Engineering Laboratory (BEL), which maintains strong industry and national laboratory collaborations. His research group actively participates in outreach programs including the Water Research Spring Workshop and Sustainable Material Summer Workshop, engaging students and community members in sustainability research. The laboratory's work bridges fundamental science with practical applications, focusing on technologies that can transition from laboratory to commercial scale while maintaining environmental sustainability.

David R Salemمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polymers
• Composites
• Nanocomposites
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. David R Salem is a Professor at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology with joint appointments in the Department of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, Karen M. Swindler Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, and Department of Nanoscience and Biomedical Engineering. He serves as Director of the Composites and Polymer Engineering Laboratory (CAPE) and the Composite and Nanocomposite Advanced Manufacturing Center (CNAM Center), which he joined in 2010. Education: B.S. from University of Bradford, U.K. Ph.D. from University of Manchester, U.K. His research focuses on process-structure property relationships in polymers, composites, and nanocomposites. Key areas include multiscale reinforcement of polymers, strain-induced molecular ordering, advanced composite manufacturing, lightweight impact-resistant composites, self-assembled nanocomposites, energy-absorbing materials, polymer flexoelectricity for energy storage, micro/nano-channeled composites, and microbial polymers. His recent publications demonstrate strong focus on sustainable materials development, including biopolymer production, biomass conversion, nanocomposite synthesis, and machine learning applications in materials science. Research trends show increasing emphasis on green manufacturing techniques, bio-based materials, and energy storage solutions. Dr. Salem's work involves significant industry collaboration through contracts, consortia, and government partnerships, including technology transfer activities. He leads the CAPE Lab and CNAM Center, focusing on scale-up and industrial applications of composite materials.

Suresh Narineمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Green Chemistry
• Biomaterials
• Lipid Utilization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Suresh Narine is a Professor at Trent University, holding appointments in the Departments of Physics and Astronomy and Chemistry, and serves as Director of the Trent Centre for Biomaterials Research. He is an Ontario Research Chair in Green Chemistry and Engineering (since 2010) and a NSERC Industrial Research Chair in Biomaterials (since 2010). Previously, he was a Professor and AVAC Research Chair at the University of Alberta (2006–2009), where he pioneered lipid-based polyurethane technologies. He also holds a presidential appointment as Director of Guyana’s Institute of Applied Science and Technology since 2005. His research focuses on biomaterials, green chemistry, lipid utilization, and biofuel technology, with collaborations spanning institutions in India, Israel, Brazil, and the Caribbean. Education: B.Sc. (Chemical Physics), M.Sc. (AMINSS), Trent University; Ph.D. (Food Science), University of Guelph Awards: Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 Leaders (2011), Growing Alberta Leadership Award (2005), Trent Distinguished Alumni Award (2006), Guyana/Canada Special Achievement Award (2007), and Guyana Presidential Award (2011) His research emphasizes renewable materials, including phase change materials, bio-based lubricants, and polyurethane foams derived from vegetable oils. Collaborations with global partners drive innovation in green technologies and capacity-building in developing nations. He has secured over $4.25 million in grants, including NSERC and Ontario government funding. A dedicated educator, he has won teaching awards such as the University of Alberta’s Students Union Leadership Award. Key projects include developing lipid-derived polymers, mitigating crystallization in biodiesel, and advancing metabolomics for natural product discovery. His lab’s partnerships enhance cross-border research and training in multi-disciplinary teams.

• Chemical Engineering
• Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Science and Management
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Professor Jason Hallett is a Professor of Sustainable Chemical Technology at Imperial College London's Department of Chemical Engineering, part of the Faculty of Engineering. He leads research on ionic liquids for biofuel production, vaccine manufacturing, and waste recycling. His affiliations include the Supergen Bioenergy Hub, Grantham Institute, and multiple spin-off companies like Lixea and DyeRecycle. He earned his PhD from Georgia Tech and joined Imperial in 2014 as a Senior Lecturer, advancing to Professor by 2018. His work spans ionic liquid-based biorefineries, circular economy solutions, and sustainable chemical processes. Over 200 articles and 10+ patents highlight his contributions to green chemistry. Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology Postdoctoral: Marshall-Sherfield Fellowship in Sustainable Chemistry Research focuses on ionic liquids for biomass fractionation, vaccine formulations, and metal recovery. Key subfields include enzymatic biocatalysis, bioprocess scale-up, and textile recycling. His group develops technologies like the ionoSolv process and collaborates on large-scale CO2 removal (CO2Co). He advises over 20 current PhD students and has spun out 7 companies, including Oorja for renewable energy in India. Recent articles emphasize ionic liquid applications in spectroscopy, reactor design, and hydrogen production from bioenergy crops. His work addresses biomass pretreatment, lignin valorization, and hydrogel-based water treatment solutions. Awards & Grants: Co-Director of Supergen Bioenergy Hub; multiple industry collaborations and UKRI funding. Future Work: Scaling ionoSolv technology, advancing CO2 capture, and expanding circular economy initiatives. Labs/Teams: Active in Imperial’s Chemical Engineering department, with ties to the Institute of Chemical Biology and Future Vaccine Manufacturing Hub.

• Materials Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Condensed Matter Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter Petrov is a Principal Research Scientist at Imperial College London's Department of Materials (Faculty of Engineering), serving as the Royce Technology Platform Lead for Diverse Thin Film Device Materials and Director of the Thin Film Device Manufacture facility. His expertise spans functional oxide thin films, microwave tunable devices, and energy harvesting technologies. He holds degrees from St. Petersburg State Electrotechnical University and Chalmers University of Technology. Petrov leads EPSRC/EU-funded projects focused on nano-scale thin films for solar energy and plasmonic devices. His research group has pioneered innovations like tunable thin film resonators and antimicrobial plasmonic materials. Education: PhD (Technical Sciences) and MSc (Physics and Engineering), St. Petersburg State Electrotechnical University Affiliations: Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Group Roles: Health & Safety Officer (Department of Materials), Laser Safety Advisor, Editorial Board Member of Scientific Reports Research interests include functional oxides, plasmonics, energy materials, and biomedical nanotechnology . Notable achievements include developing the first tunable thin film BAW resonators, demonstrating room-temperature negative capacitance in ferroelectric multilayers, and creating plasmonic biosensors for rapid disease detection. Collaborations with King's College Hospital led to novel bone resorption analysis methods. Publications focus on plasmonic materials, thin film fabrication, and energy conversion , with a 2023-2025 emphasis on thermoelectric converters, graphene-based devices, and nanostructured sensors. His work bridges fundamental physics with industrial applications, addressing challenges in renewable energy, medical diagnostics, and nanomanufacturing. Awards: 2024 Henry Royce Institute Innovation Award Grants/Projects: EPSRC/EU grants, Royce Institute collaborations, and industrial partnerships with Ericsson AB and Murata Manufacturing Labs/Teams: Leads Imperial's Thin Film Device Manufacture facility, managing a lab with 2 PDRAs and 5 graduate students. Active in the Royal School of Mines nanotechnology cluster.

• Bioprocessing
• Biorefining
• Lignocellulose Conversion
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Zhanying Zhang is a leading academic in Bioprocess Engineering at QUT’s School of Mechanical, Medical & Process Engineering and the Centre for Agriculture and the Bioeconomy. His expertise spans biorefining, lignocellulosic biomass conversion, and sustainable materials development. He holds a PhD from the University of Adelaide and has pioneered technologies for converting agricultural waste into high-value products like functional food ingredients and battery materials. Research interests include lignocellulose valorization, nanocellulose synthesis, and carbon material development for energy storage. His work is supported by industry partners such as Syngenta and Sugar Research Australia. Notable achievements include the VC’s Award for Excellence in Innovation (2023) and a Faculty Research Excellence Award (2024). Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering (University of Adelaide), Master of Engineering (Research) Teaching: Leads units in Biorefineries, Sustainable Chemistry, and Advanced Materials Engineering Grants: Secured over $2M in competitive grants for projects on bio-based battery anodes and carbon materials Recent articles focus on nanomaterials, biopesticide delivery systems, and sustainable polyurethane foams. His research emphasizes real-world applications, with over 90 peer-reviewed publications and commercialized textile waste processing technologies. Labs/Teams: Leads projects at QUT’s Centre for Agriculture & Bioeconomy, collaborating with industry to scale-up bio-based solutions. Current PhD supervision spans topics like bioinspired composites and lignin-derived energy storage materials.

Aditya Putrantoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sustainability systems
• Sustainability assessment
• Decision-making tools for sustainability interventions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Aditya Putranto is a Senior Lecturer in Chemical Engineering at the University of Surrey, affiliated with the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering under the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. He holds a PhD from Monash University and degrees from Bandung Institute of Technology and UNSW. His research focuses on achieving net-zero goals in energy, environment, and food systems through integration with digital tools, emphasizing sustainability assessment and circular economy principles. Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering, Monash University (Australia) MSc in Chemical Engineering, UNSW (Australia) MEng in Chemical Engineering, Bandung Institute of Technology (Indonesia) BEng in Chemical Engineering, Bandung Institute of Technology (Indonesia) Research Focus: His work combines sustainability systems with digital technology to create low-carbon solutions. Key areas include: - Sustainable energy systems using biomass for green energy production - Circular economy approaches for waste-to-wealth processes - Sustainable food processing via solar/advanced thermal methods - Process modeling and simulation for industrial optimization Awards & Recognition: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), UK Commendation of Teaching Excellence (Monash University) Outstanding Teaching Evaluation (University of Surrey & Queen's University Belfast) Teaching Innovations: Led curriculum development emphasizing sustainability, design-based learning, and digital tools. Implemented co-creation approaches with students/industry, achieving high engagement and pedagogical impact. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles in sustainability, process engineering, and food systems, with recent work focusing on techno-economic analysis of bio-based processes and AI-driven energy solutions.

Antoine Buchardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Polymer Chemistry
• Renewable Resources Utilization
• Catalytic Polymerization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Antoine Buchard is a Royal Society University Research Fellow and Professor of Sustainable Polymer Chemistry at the University of York's Department of Chemistry. His research focuses on developing polymers from renewable resources such as carbohydrates, CO2, vegetable oils, and terpenes to address challenges in non-degradable fossil fuel-derived plastics. His interdisciplinary team combines experimental and computational methods, exploring monomer synthesis, catalytic polymerization, and material applications in packaging, coatings, and energy storage. Antoine holds a PhD from École Polytechnique (France) and has held academic positions at Imperial College London and the University of Bath. He leads the Buchard Group, emphasizing sustainable chemical technologies and has contributed to initiatives like the University of Bath's Institute for Sustainability. His work bridges academia and industry, with a focus on circular economy solutions and renewable material innovation. Key research areas include bio-based solid polymer electrolytes, depolymerization strategies for chemical recycling, and catalyst design for controlled polymerization. His Royal Society Fellowship and interdisciplinary approach highlight his contributions to advancing sustainable materials science. Education: PhD in Chemistry, École Polytechnique, France (2009) Postdoctoral Research, Imperial College London (2009–2011) Awards: Royal Society University Research Fellowship (2017–present) Grants/Advising: Leadership in sustainable polymer research grants PhD supervision in catalysis and materials science Labs/Teams: Buchard Group at University of York Prior affiliation with Bath Institute for Sustainability

Simon Schütteمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Integrated Product Development
• Affective Engineering
• Product Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Simon Schütte is a Senior Associate Professor and Head of Unit at Linköping University's Department of Management and Engineering (IEI), specifically within the Product Realisation (PROD) division. His research focuses on Sustainable Integrated Product Development, Affective Engineering, and the emotional dimensions of product design. He leads the Unit of Design and Product Development (PRODDOP), emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to address societal and technological challenges in product innovation. His work spans applications in renewable materials, digital-era affective systems, and food product sensory analysis. He collaborates internationally, evidenced by co-authored papers in journals like International Journal of Affective Engineering and International Journal of Sustainable Engineering . As Head of Unit, he oversees strategic initiatives in product realization and education. No academic awards are listed, though his editorial role for Proceedings KEER2018 highlights his leadership in the field. His research group actively explores emotional response modeling and sustainable design practices, with ongoing projects linking affective engineering principles to industrial applications.

Nader Enghetaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Optics
• Photonics
• Metamaterials
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nader Engheta is the H. Nedwill Ramsey Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, holding primary appointment in the School of Engineering and Applied Science's Department of Electrical & Systems Engineering. He also holds secondary appointments in Physics and Astronomy, Bioengineering, and Materials Science and Engineering. His research spans metamaterials, photonics, and electrodynamics, with a focus on 4D optics and wave-matter interactions. Education: BS (highest rank) in Electrical Engineering from University of Tehran, MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering & Physics from Caltech. He has held postdoc and industry roles before joining Penn in 1990. Research interests include temporal metamaterials, epsilon-near-zero (ENZ) materials, nano-optics, and bio-inspired imaging. His group develops wave-based computing architectures and metastructures for equation-solving systems. Awards: Over 30+ honors including Isaac Newton Medal (2020), Max Born Award (2020), Vannevar Bush Fellowship (2015), and three honorary doctorates (Finland, Germany, Ukraine). Fellow of IEEE, OSA, APS, SPIE, and AAAS. Labs/Teams: Engheta Group at Penn's Moore/Levine buildings, collaborating globally. Current projects include programmable photonic circuits, inverse-designed metamaterials, and 4D optical systems. His work merges theoretical physics with engineering applications in nanotechnology and quantum optics.

Hang (Lucas) Dongمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مدعو

• Environmental Engineering
• Carbon Neutrality Technologies
• Resource Recovery
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hang (Lucas) Dong is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Environmental Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology and an Assistant Professor at Georgia Tech-Shenzhen. His research focuses on low carbon selective separation (LOCSS) technologies for CO2 capture/utilization (CCUS) and resource recovery from waste to advance circular economies. He holds a Ph.D. (2019) and M.S. (2014) in Environmental Engineering from Lehigh University, and a B.S. (2012) in Environmental Science from Henan University. He previously served as a postdoctoral scholar at Stanford University's Department of Chemical Engineering. His lab develops innovative materials and systems for carbon neutrality and sustainable resource recovery, including ion exchange-based processes for nitrogen/phosphate recovery and CO2-driven desalination. Key projects include the BIO-NIX biological nitrate-selective ion exchange and hybrid ion exchange processes. Major awards include Phase I & II P3 Awards (U.S. EPA, 2020/2022), the Emerging Technologies Program Award (2018), and the Gibson Fellowship (2014). His work spans electrodialysis, bipolar membrane integration, and CO2 utilization in water treatment, emphasizing energy-efficient and zero-waste solutions. Current research explores electrified regeneration systems and carbon-neutral water reuse strategies. His publications highlight advancements in low-carbon separation technologies, with a focus on material design for selective separations, energy recovery, and circular economy applications. Ongoing efforts address scalability challenges in deploying these innovations for large-scale environmental remediation and resource recovery.

• Sustainable Materials Science
• Polymer Technology
• Green Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ting Yang Nilsson is a Researcher in Applied Chemistry at Chalmers University of Technology. She received her PhD in polymer technology from KTH, Stockholm (2012), followed by postdoctoral research at Linköping University focusing on organic electronics using cellulose and lignin. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at Linköping University and held roles as Senior Researcher and Project Manager at RISE (2016–2024), leading projects on cellulose-based materials and graphene coatings. Her research emphasizes sustainable materials, including graphene-based coatings for recycling biofibers and scalable circular polymers. Key projects include developing bio-based fiber composites for 3D printing and thermal management applications. She leads projects funded by VINNOVA and collaborates with industry partners like TenuTec AB. Publications span biomaterials, polymer chemistry, and nanotechnology. Her work bridges academic and industrial innovation, addressing environmental sustainability through advanced material science.

• Life Cycle Assessment
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Environmental Impact Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marcelle McManus is a Professor of Energy and Environmental Engineering at the University of Bath, affiliated with the Department of Mechanical Engineering. She leads the Centre for Sustainable Energy Systems (SES) and collaborates with multiple interdisciplinary research centers, including the Institute for Sustainable Energy and the Environment and the Water Innovation and Research Centre (WIRC). Her work focuses on advancing sustainability through life cycle assessment (LCA), decarbonization strategies, and renewable energy systems. Marcelle is actively involved in research consortia addressing industrial decarbonization, bioenergy, and circular product systems. Her research interests emphasize the environmental impact assessment of energy systems, bioenergy production, and carbon capture technologies. Key projects include the People-Led Net Zero initiative, the Life Cycle Assessment Regulatory Science & Innovation Network (LCARSIN), and the Cellular Agriculture Manufacturing Hub. These projects aim to bridge industry, academia, and policy for sustainable futures. Marcelle has contributed to over 126 research outputs, including high-impact articles on industrial decarbonization, carbon accounting, and renewable energy systems. She has secured significant grants, such as the £12M People-Led Net Zero project and the £7.8M Cellular Agriculture Manufacturing Hub. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action). Labs and teams associated with Marcelle include the Institute for Mathematical Innovation (IMI) and the Made Smarter Innovation Center for People-Led Digitalisation. Her research often involves international collaborations and policy engagement to ensure actionable outcomes. She has also served on grant review panels for organizations like the Natural Environment Research Council and the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG).

Ralf Bauerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Miniaturised Biomedical Imaging
• MEMS Technology
• Optical MEMS
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ralf Bauer is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, with a focus on miniaturized biomedical imaging systems integrating MEMS and micro-optics. He holds a PhD in MEMS-enabled laser systems (2013) from the University of Strathclyde and a Master of Engineering from the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (2010). His research spans MEMS micromirror applications in biomedical imaging, optical MEMS, and trace gas sensors. Education: PhD in MEMS-enabled laser systems, University of Strathclyde (2013) Master of Engineering, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (2010) Key Research Areas: Miniaturized 3D biomedical imaging systems Optical MEMS and bio-inspired sensors MEMS-based solid-state lasers and quantum optics His work emphasizes cost-effective imaging solutions and sensor technologies, including 3D-printed optical components and photoacoustic gas detection systems. Bauer’s contributions have led to awards such as the Best Poster Price at Photonex Glasgow 2019 and the Best Student Paper Award at IEEE Optical MEMS 2019. He is actively involved in academic activities, including project leadership (e.g., BBSRC-funded 3D-printed microscopy projects) and editorial roles. His research aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goal of advancing affordable and clean energy through innovative sensor technologies.

Lucian Amerigo Luciaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Green chemistry
• Fiber and polymer science
• Environmental sciences
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lucian Amerigo Lucia serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Forest Biomaterials and Chemistry at North Carolina State University. He also holds faculty positions in the programs of Fiber & Polymer Science and Environmental Sciences. Additionally, he maintains international appointments as Professor at South China University of Technology and Federal University of Amazonas in Brazil, and as Honorary Distinguished Professor at Qilu University of Technology in China. Professor, NC State University (Current) Professor, South China University of Technology (2003-Present) Professor, Federal University of Amazonas (2006-Present) Honorary Distinguished Professor, Qilu University of Technology (2014-2021) Dr. Lucia received his Ph.D. in organic chemistry from the University of Florida, where he researched modeling photoinduced charge separation states of novel Rhenium (I)-based organometallic ensembles as a first-order approximation of photosynthesis. He began his professional career as an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Paper Science and Technology at the Georgia Institute of Technology, examining the mechanism of singlet oxygen's chemistry with lignin & cellulose. Dr. Lucia's research focuses on green chemistry of renewable polymers, with particular emphasis on the chemical modification of cellulosics for biomedical applications. His laboratory, The Laboratory of Soft Materials & Green Chemistry, probes fundamental materials science topics in this area. He has co-founded and co-edits the open-access international research journal BioResources , dedicated to original research on lignocellulosic materials. His recent publications span topics including sustainable packaging, nanocellulosic materials, bio-based barrier layers, and chemical analyses of polymer surface abrasion. His work shows a strong trend toward developing sustainable, biodegradable alternatives to conventional materials, with applications in food packaging, biomedical devices, and environmental remediation. Fulbright Scholar (Brazil) Dr. Lucia teaches courses including Forest Biomaterials Chemistry (WPS 723), From Papyrus to Plasma Screens: Paper & Society (PSE 220), Green Chemistry (PSE/CH 335), and the FB Graduate Student Seminar Series (WPS 590/790) at NCSU, while also teaching Wood Chemistry and Green Chemistry at Qilu University of Technology in China. His laboratory, The Laboratory of Soft Materials & Green Chemistry, brings together interdisciplinary researchers working at the intersection of chemistry, materials science, and sustainability. The lab has developed several innovative approaches for modifying cellulose and other renewable polymers for advanced applications.