Material Technology Environmental Research (Matter) Team at University of Northern British Columbia
We explore the intersection of materials science and environmental processes, advancing our understanding of material behaviors and sustainable practices. Our research translates into practical solutions that enhance technological innovation and environmental resilience. Discover how we’re shaping a sustainable future.
Environmental Remediation and Sustainability
We aim to mitigate the adverse effects of human activities on ecosystems by developing sustainable solutions through advanced material and environmental chemistry. This includes soil decontamination, air quality improvement, and water treatment innovations that reduce environmental impact and enhance ecological resilience.
Air Quality and Public Health
We focus on reducing health risks associated with poor air quality by advancing our understanding of air pollutant dynamics and developing innovative control technologies. Our research aims to improve community health by effectively monitoring and mitigating air pollution.
Advanced Materials for Environmental Applications
We aim to reduce environmental impact through the creation of advanced materials tailored for specific applications, including carbon capture, sustainable packaging, and water purification. By exploring the synthesis and application of novel materials, we contribute to a sustainable future and reduce human exposure to harmful substances.
Recent News
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Exciting Fieldwork Update: We transform the challenge of aquatic weed overgrowth into sustainable, organic compost.
Despite the rain on Thursday, July 25, 2024, our graduate students Ada, Habib, and Fatemeh together with Dr. Kazemian had a productive day at Tabor Lake, collecting freshly harvested aquatic weeds for our ongoing research project. This work is part of a Mitacs-funded initiative aimed at transforming the challenge of aquatic weed overgrowth into an…
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We are developing eco-friendly alternatives to EPS for food packaging
On Friday, July 26, we enjoyed hearing from our postdoc Dr. Hossein Roohollahi at our biweekly group meeting at University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC).Hossein shared the fantastic progress he and our biopolymer team have made over the past year in developing eco-friendly alternatives to EPS for food packaging.🔬 The highlight was his work on…
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Book Chapter: Metal-Organic Frameworks in Solid-Phase Microextraction
Very happy to share that our chapter titled “Metal-Organic Frameworks in Solid-Phase Microextraction” is now published in the book “Metal-Organic Frameworks in Analytical Sample Preparation and Sensing,” edited by colleagues Drs Verónica Pino Estevez, Jorge Pasán , and MarÃa José Trujillo-RodrÃguez from Universidad de La LagunaThis comprehensive work, published by Elsevier, explores the advanced applications…
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Our Biweekly Group’s Meeting (July 12, 2024)
Today, we had the privilege of hearing from Dr. Dominic Reiffarth(Nick) Reifarth, one of the group’s experienced Mitacs postdocs, as he presented a captivating overview of his journey in scientific research at our bi-weekly group meeting at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). Nick’s academic path is a remarkable story of passion and adaptability,…
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