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Neha Sharma is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Auburn University. Her research focuses on nutrient recovery, electrochemical resource recovery, water reuse, trace metal cycling, and pollutant fate and removal.
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Marek Locmelis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences and the Bureau of Economic Geology within the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on magmatic, hydrothermal, and sedimentary ore deposits, with an emphasis on critical mineral supply strategies, including recycling of mine waste and STEM education in economic geology. He holds a PhD from Macquarie University and prior roles at Missouri University of Science and Technology and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Education PhD in Earth and Planetary Sciences, Macquarie University (Australia) Diploma (MSc equivalent) and Pre-Diploma (BSc equivalent) in Geosciences, University of Hannover (Germany) Research Interests His work spans geochemistry, petrology, and planetary evolution, with a focus on critical minerals (e.g., lithium, rare earth elements) and novel exploration techniques. He investigates pathways to enhance domestic critical mineral recovery through reprocessing mine waste and optimizing production streams. His planetary research includes atmospheric toxicity studies and habitability potential of extraterrestrial environments. Awards Fellow of the Society of Economic Geology (SEG) SEG Graduate Student Fellowship Program Chair NSF CAREER Award (2020) NASA Postdoctoral Fellowship (2014) Advising & Grants Locmelis has advised postdocs and students through workshops on critical mineral resilience. His NSF CAREER project explores metal transport via magmatic-hydrothermal fluids. He co-organized conferences on critical minerals and led the Roadmaps Into the Geosciences (RIGS) program to support student career development. Labs & Teams He collaborates with the Bureau of Economic Geology and interdisciplinary teams in critical mineral research, combining fieldwork, geochemical analysis, and policy advocacy.
Prof. Dr. Taner Akbay is a faculty member at Yeditepe University, Faculty of Engineering , Department of Materials Science and Nanotechnology Engineering. He has held academic positions at institutions including Kyushu University, Oita University, and Imperial College London. Education: PhD in Materials Engineering (1993, Imperial College London); Master’s (1989) and Bachelor’s (1986) degrees from Middle East Technical University. His research spans Materials Engineering , Metallurgy , and Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) , with a focus on oxide ion conductivity, laser surface treatment, and phase transformations. Recent work explores photocatalysis , anion intercalation , and CO2 reduction using computational and experimental approaches. Key article trends include SOFC optimization (2004–2009), strain effects on catalysts (2015–2020), and dual-carbon battery technology (2016–2020). His work bridges fundamental metallurgy and advanced energy materials . Scientific Awards: Postdoctoral Research Sponsorship Award (EPSRC, UK) JSPS Fellowship (Japan) Daiwa Adrian Prize (2016, UK) PhD Studentship at Imperial College (European Commission) He has supervised multiple PhD and Master’s theses, including projects on dual-carbon batteries , microwave absorption nanocomposites , and rare earth recovery . Administrative roles include Head of Department (2020–2021). Non-University Experience: Worked with Mitsubishi Materials Corporation (2001), Çolakoğlu Metalurji (2010), and National Research Council Canada (2009).
Sibel Pamukcu is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Lehigh University, affiliated with the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science. Her research focuses on electroremediation of soils and groundwater, advanced geo-materials, and sensor systems for subsurface monitoring. She has held leadership roles including interim Chair of Civil and Environmental Engineering and co-director of Lehigh’s ADVANCE grant. Pamukcu teaches courses in geotechnical and environmental engineering at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Education: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Louisiana State University M.S. in Civil Engineering, Louisiana State University B.S. in Civil Engineering, Bogazici University, Turkey Research Interests: Her work spans electrochemical methods for environmental detoxification, development of polymer-enhanced sands, and distributed sensor networks for real-time subsurface monitoring. Key focus areas include: In-situ destruction of contaminants in clay-rich soils Enhanced oil recovery via electric fields Wireless and fiber-optic sensor systems for hazard mitigation Grants & Awards: Principal investigator on over 60 grants from NSF, DOE, DOD, and others. Notable awards include the Alfred Noble Robinson Award (Lehigh University) and the ASCE Civil Engineering Foundation Grant Award. Her lab holds multiple patents on soil remediation techniques and polymer-coated sands. Advising & Service: Supervised 9 Ph.D. and 25+ M.S. students Appointed to Martindale Center faculty and Sigma Xi leadership Contributed to 50+ peer-reviewed articles and 100+ technical publications Labs & Teams: Leads interdisciplinary initiatives in electrokinetic remediation and underground sensing, collaborating with industry partners like Electric Power Research Institute and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
Distinguished Professor Peter Ralph is a faculty member at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), holding the position of Professor of Marine Biology within the Faculty of Science and serving as the Executive Director of the Climate Change Cluster (C3). He is also the founder of the NSW Deep Green Biotech Hub and an influential member of global initiatives such as UNESCO’s Blue Carbon Scientific Working Group and the Czech Academy of Sciences’ Global Change Research Centre. Leadership Roles: Director of the Climate Change Cluster, Deputy-Chair of Sydney Institute of Marine Sciences. Research Collaborations: Partnerships with CSIRO, industry, NGOs, and international institutions. Key Contributions: Over 280 publications and $15M+ in research funding. His research focuses on algae-based solutions to climate change and sustainability, including carbon capture, bioplastic production, waste-water remediation, and circular bio-economy models. He explores advanced manufacturing through Industry 4.0 integration and zero-waste bio-refinery approaches, while also advancing algal phenomics using automated high-throughput screening systems. Recent articles highlight innovations in AI-driven biorefinery optimization, microalgal bioprospecting, and mutagenesis techniques for rare earth element extraction. His work bridges environmental science with engineering, addressing challenges in algae cultivation scalability and commercialization. Scientific Awards: 2012 and 2018 UTS Vice-Chancellor’s Research Excellence Awards. Peter has secured major grants, including the Fermentalg PhD Project on Microalgae Screening, PNG Natural Seafood’s Macroalgae Product Development, and the Winifred Trust Foundation’s Aquaculture initiative. His research teams collaborate across disciplines to transform algae into sustainable resources for food, energy, and biomanufacturing. He leads UTS’s Climate Change Cluster (C3), a hub for interdisciplinary climate research, and actively promotes algae-building technologies and carbon storage innovations through biomasonry products.
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Dimitrios Tsaoulidis is a Senior Lecturer in Chemical Engineering at the University of Surrey and an Honorary Lecturer at University College London . He holds a PhD in Chemical/Nuclear Engineering and a Diploma in Chemical Engineering. University roles: Academic Integrity Officer, Senior Personal Tutor, Disability & Neurodiversity Representative Research spans clean energy (nuclear, bio, solar), healthcare (bioprocess scalability), and manufacturing using process intensification and microfluidics . His work combines experimental investigation , CFD simulations , and scale-up optimization for multiphase reactors . Notable research trends include: 15+ publications (2012–2023) on uranium extraction , biodiesel production , and pharmaceutical microfluidics , with grants from UKRI and Innovate UK . Scientific Awards : David Newton’s Award for Sustainability (UCL) Springer Thesis Award Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Associate Member of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (AMIChemE) Research Collaborations : Academic : Prof Panagiota Angeli (UCL), Prof Eric Fraga (UCL), Dr Maryam Parhizkar (UCL) Industrial : UK Atomic Energy Authority, National Nuclear Laboratory, GSK, Greenergy Ltd, Armfield Dr Tsaoulidis supervises PhD students (e.g., Mustapha Hamdan, Anna Tsitouridou) and PDRA staff (e.g., Dr Jamshid Zarkesh) in projects related to solar energy systems , nuclear fuel cycles , and pharmaceutical automation .
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Dr. Maryegli Fuss is a Scientific Associate at the Institute for Technology Assessment and Systems Analysis (ITAS), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany. She heads the 'Energy-X Nexus' working group within the 'Sociotechnical Energy Futures' research group and serves as academic mentor for the doctoral program Climate, Resources and Circular Economy (KLIREC) . She also contributes to ITAS's 'New Work' initiative and provides scientific advice for German-Indian university collaborations (TU9 network). Education: PhD in Philosophy (Sustainability), KIT (2022) MSc in Material Flow Management, Trier University of Applied Sciences (2012) BSc in Agro-industrial Chemistry, Federal Institution of Goiás, Brazil (2010) Research Focus: Her transdisciplinary work integrates sustainability science, systems analysis, and industrial ecology. Primary domains include: (1) Circular economy implementation in waste management systems, (2) Energy-resource nexus (Water-Waste-Energy-Food), (3) Supply chain risks for critical materials in renewable energy, and (4) Life cycle assessment of low-carbon transitions. Methodologies feature material flow analysis, stakeholder interviews, and socio-technical system modeling. Publications: Her research output emphasizes sustainable waste management in Global South contexts (especially Brazil), critical material supply chains for energy transitions, and environmental assessment frameworks. Recurring themes include circular economy implementation challenges, transdisciplinary approaches, and policy design for resource security. Leadership: Coordinates international research partnerships (e.g., Chile/Indonesia water-energy nexus projects) and leads doctoral mentoring initiatives focused on climate-resource systems.
Reto Gieré is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Arts & Sciences. He holds editorial roles as Editor of the Journal of Petrology and Chief Editor of the European Journal of Mineralogy. His research focuses on environmental geochemistry, energy systems, mineralogical processes, and health impacts of pollutants. He has held academic positions at institutions including ETH Zürich, Purdue University, and the University of Basel. Education: PhD in Mineralogy and Petrology (ETH Zürich), Habilitation in Earth Sciences (University of Basel) Research Interests: Biogeochemistry, sustainable materials, atmospheric pollution, and global environmental change Key projects include investigations into tire-abrasion microplastics, charcoal sustainability in sub-Saharan Africa, and lead pollution dynamics in Philadelphia. He has received honors such as the Honorary Doctorate from Université de Haute-Alsace and Fellowships from major geological societies. Grants/Advising: Active in international projects like BIOCOMBUST (EU-funded biofuel research) Labs: Directs the Geochemistry Lab at UPenn, focusing on mineral-environment interactions
Dr. Yuanzhi Tang is the Georgia Power Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology with joint appointments in the School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences and School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He directs the Center for Critical Mineral Solutions, co-founded the Georgia Partnership for Essential Minerals, and serves as Associate Co-Director of Interdisciplinary Research at the Brook Byers Institute for Sustainable Systems. He is also Co-Editor-in-Chief of Chemical Geology and Associate Editor of Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta . His research investigates molecular-scale interfacial processes in natural and engineered systems, focusing on: Contaminant fate/transport at microbe-mineral-water interfaces Biogeochemical cycling of metals and nutrients Resource recovery from waste streams Synchrotron applications in environmental science Recent publications emphasize rare earth element recovery, waste valorization, and sustainable energy materials, employing advanced spectroscopic techniques to understand reaction mechanisms. Professor Tang leads an active research group with multiple postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and undergraduates. His externally funded projects include: NSF: Rare earth elements in sedimentary systems DOE: Critical metal recovery from waste streams NASA: Manganese oxide formation mechanisms DoD: Rare earth separation technologies
Ana Inés Torres is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering. She leads an active research group focused on sustainable process systems engineering, with affiliations at the Center for Advanced Process Decision-Making and the Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation. Her work bridges chemical engineering with sustainability challenges, particularly in decarbonization and circular economy applications. Dr. Torres earned her educational credentials from Universidad de la República Oriental del Uruguay and the University of Minnesota: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, University of Minnesota (2013) Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Universidad de la República Oriental del Uruguay (2005) B.S. in Chemistry, Universidad de la República Oriental del Uruguay (2003) Her research interests span process systems engineering with a sustainability focus, particularly in chemical industry decarbonization through electrification and biomass utilization, circular economy network analysis, and environmentally-friendly rare earth element recovery processes. She integrates modeling, analysis, and optimization to design clean and sustainable chemical processes, with growing emphasis on machine learning applications in process optimization. Analyzing her recent publications reveals a strong focus on decarbonization strategies for existing industrial infrastructure, particularly oil refineries, and circular economy network design. Her work demonstrates increasing integration of machine learning with traditional process systems engineering approaches to tackle complex sustainability challenges across multiple scales, from molecular recovery processes to entire supply chain networks. Dr. Torres has received several prestigious recognitions: NSF CAREER award (2024) Dean's Early Career Fellowships award (2025) Consultant for United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) (2024) Associate editor of Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy She actively mentors a diverse group of graduate students working on cutting-edge sustainability challenges, with recent projects focusing on circular economy networks, rare earth element recovery, and bio-refinery design. Her research has attracted significant funding, including the NSF CAREER award, and she participates in multiple collaborative initiatives through CMU's energy research centers. Dr. Torres also serves as an invited speaker at major conferences including FOCAPD and FOCAPO/CPC. Dr. Torres leads the Torres Research Group at CMU, which maintains strong connections with industry partners and international organizations including UNIDO. The group operates within CMU's robust energy research ecosystem, collaborating with the Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation and the Center for Advanced Process Decision-Making to address complex sustainability challenges through interdisciplinary approaches.
Professor Jega Jegatheesan is a faculty member at the School of Engineering at RMIT University in Australia. His research focuses on environmental and chemical engineering, with a particular emphasis on water treatment, resource recovery, and sustainable technologies. He leads projects addressing wastewater management, membrane technologies, and nature-based solutions for urban water systems. His work spans interdisciplinary areas such as desalination, biochar applications, and the recovery of valuable metals from industrial waste. Professor Jegatheesan holds a leadership role in supervising research projects, including studies on lithium-ion battery recycling, brine management, and environmental impact assessments. He collaborates internationally on initiatives like scaling nature-based water treatment technologies in Southeast Asia. His contributions bridge academia and industry, emphasizing sustainable practices and environmental policy.
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Michael Schulz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). His research focuses on designing functional polymers to address challenges in medicine, environment, and energy. Key areas include antiviral materials, toxin capture, and rare-earth element chelation. He leads the Schulz Group , which emphasizes polymer synthesis and methodology development. Education: B.S. in Chemistry (University of Iowa, 2010), M.S. and Ph.D. in Chemistry (University of Florida, 2014). Postdoctoral training included work with Prof. Klaus Mullen (Max Planck Institute) and Prof. Robert Grubbs (Caltech). Research Interests: Functional polymer design for biomedical applications (e.g., drug sequestration), environmental remediation (e.g., metal binding), and advanced materials. His group explores structure-property relationships in polymers, leveraging tools like isothermal titration calorimetry and advanced polymerization techniques. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles, including work on polymer-based drug capture, rare-earth element extraction, and antiviral materials. Recent trends focus on block copolymers , enzyme-responsive systems , and nanocomposites for biomedical and environmental applications. Awards: Fulbright Research Grant (2014), NSF East Asia-Pacific Fellowship (2013), Butler Polymer Research Award (2013). Labs: Active in polymer synthesis, materials characterization, and collaborative projects with industry partners. His lab develops architected materials via 3D printing and advanced lithography for targeted drug delivery and environmental sensing.
Kathleen J. Stebe is a Professor and the Richer and Elizabeth Goodwin Professor of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Engineering and Applied Science. She leads the Stebe Group, focusing on Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering with a research agenda centered on complex fluid interfaces and directed assembly in soft matter.
Beate Paulus is a Professor for Theoretical Chemistry at the Freie Universität Berlin , affiliated with the Chemistry and Biochemistry college and the Chemistry department. Her research focuses on advanced quantum chemical methodologies and applications to 2D materials, spintronics, and catalysis. Current affiliation: Freie Universität Berlin Key research areas: Quantum Chemistry, Density Functional Theory, 2D Materials, Spintronics, Electrocatalysis Her work spans computational modeling of electronic structures, magnetic properties, and chemical reactions using Density Functional Theory (DFT) with specialized corrections. She investigates systems like MoS2 , graphene heterostructures , and transition metal complexes , aiming to understand and optimize properties for energy applications, biosensors, and nanoelectronics. Recent publications highlight her contributions to quantum mechanical fluorine tunnelling , spin-selective transport in doped nanoribbons , and surface functionalization strategies for 2D materials. Her group also explores mechanically interlocked molecules and redox-responsive polymers with potential biomedical applications. Beate Paulus leads the Paulus Group , which actively publishes in high-impact journals and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving experimental and theoretical approaches.
Leijun Li, PhD, P.Eng., is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Alberta, where he also serves as Chair. With a career spanning institutions including Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, University of Northern Iowa, and Utah State University, he specializes in physical metallurgy , welding metallurgy , and additive manufacturing . His research focuses on microstructure characterization, mechanical properties, and modeling of non-equilibrium phase transformations during welding and AM processes. Current affiliations: University of Alberta, American Welding Society, ASM International Research themes: Additive manufacturing of alloys, Corrosion science, Pipeline metallurgy, Phase transformations, Welding robotics He has received multiple AWS Hobart Awards (4 times) and Savage Awards (2 times) for his work on pipeline welding and metallurgy. His group has published extensively on topics including delta-ferrite retention in Grade 91 steel, inverse bainite transformations , and welding defect analysis . Recent projects include NSERC Alliance Missions Grant for rare earth mineral recovery and Alberta Innovates Ecosystem Program for advanced manufacturing. Key collaborators: Dr. Tom Lienert, Dr. Xiaoying Fang, Dr. P-Q Xu Labs: Rooms 2-158/3-133 (CME Building), Office 12th Floor DICE Building
