Our work bridges fundamental science with practical solutions, advancing sustainable materials, energy systems, environmental protection, and health-focused technologies. We create scalable approaches that address global challenges in clean energy, water security, pollution control, and human health. Each focus area reflects our commitment to sustainability, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the training of future engineers and scientists who will drive progress toward a cleaner and healthier future.
Biomass-Derived Adsorbents: Sustainable materials designed for high-capacity removal of contaminants from water systems.
MOF-Based Pollutant Capture: Advanced frameworks engineered to selectively trap and eliminate emerging organic pollutants.
Anodic Nanostructures: Cutting-edge platforms that enable electrochemical and photoelectrochemical breakdown of toxic organics.
Heterojunction Catalysts: Tailored systems that drive efficient photocatalytic degradation of emerging water pollutants.
Metal Recovery via Host–Guest Chemistry: Smart material systems that recover critical and rare metals from waste streams.
Impregnated Natural Zeolites: Functionalized zeolites serving as engine filters to improve fuel performance while reducing emissions.
Functionalized Nanoparticles: Engineered for highly sensitive detection of environmental pollutants and biologically significant molecules.
Nanoparticle-Based Platforms: Rapid and reliable systems for accurate identification of contaminants.
Hybrid Nanomaterial Sensors: Real-time monitoring tools for hazardous pollutants in water.
Optical and Electrochemical Sensors: Precision devices capable of trace-level detection for environmental and biomedical applications.
Fire-Retardant Coatings: Renewable resource-based coatings that deliver strong flame resistance while promoting sustainability.
Corrosion Protection: Eco-friendly bio-based alternatives to conventional treatments for extending material lifespan.
Superhydrophobic and Superoleophilic Coatings: Advanced surfaces enabling rapid and efficient oil spill cleanup.
Bio-Based Surfactants: Sustainable surfactants engineered to enhance crude oil recovery with reduced environmental footprint.
Bio-Based Phase Change Materials (PCMs): Sustainable materials for latent heat storage, enabling effective energy capture and controlled release.
Waste Valorization: Advanced processes and reactor designs that convert waste into renewable energy.
Photocatalytic and Photoelectrochemical Systems: Solar-driven platforms for hydrogen production and clean fuel generation.
Thermal Energy Storage Solutions: Scalable systems that enhance grid flexibility and improve energy management.
Density Functional Theory (DFT): Quantum-level modeling for designing materials with tailored properties.
Grand Canonical Monte Carlo Simulations: Evaluating porous materials for pollutant capture.
Molecular Dynamics Simulations: Molecular-scale insights into surface behavior, reaction kinetics, and transport mechanisms.
Machine Learning Models: Data-driven approaches that accelerate materials discovery and enable property prediction.
High-Throughput Virtual Screening: Molecular dynamics-powered approaches to design and refine novel therapeutics.
Ligand- and Structure-Based Strategies: Computational methods for identifying, optimizing, and validating drug candidates.
Generative AI-Driven Design: Advanced de novo strategies for developing targeted anticancer drugs.
Process Design: Optimized strategies that improve performance while advancing sustainability.
Computational Fluid Dynamics and Process Simulations: Precise modeling and design tools for complex engineering operations.
Plant and Equipment Design: Approaches that enhance reliability, support sustainability, and ensure operational excellence.
System Design and Scale-Up: Development of cleaner chemical production and renewable energy technologies at practical scales.
Active Teaching Strategies: Approaches that encompass assessment, benchmarking, curriculum design, educational technologies, and accreditation standards.
Reassessment of Pedagogical Principles: Continuous refinement of teaching methods to strengthen learning outcomes and student engagement.
Student-Centered Programs: Support systems focused on welfare, recruitment, retention, and smooth academic transitions.
Collaborative Teaching Practices: Shared efforts to enhance instructional quality and drive educational progress.
We focus on creating practical technologies that address pressing environmental challenges through sustainable design, rapid detection, and complete remediation. Our developments combine advanced materials with engineered systems to clean water, monitor pollutants in real time, and eliminate harmful contaminants at their source. These solutions highlight our commitment to translating research into impactful applications that protect public health and the environment.
Our research advances the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by developing scientific solutions that promote sustainability and global well-being. We focus on environmentally responsible technologies that address urgent challenges in energy, water, health, and the environment, accelerating progress toward a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient future.
We contribute to the 14 Grand Challenges for Engineering in the 21st Century through advances in materials science, environmental remediation, and sustainable energy. Our work develops technologies that confront critical environmental issues while strengthening resilience, supporting a more sustainable and equitable world.
Make Solar Energy Economical
Engineer Better Medicines
Provide Access to Clean Water
Develop Carbon Sequestration Methods