Research Programs
Our research focuses on developing sustainable and energy-efficient technologies for wastewater treatment and resource recovery.
Anammox Technology
Anaerobic ammonium oxidation (anammox) is a revolutionary biological process for nitrogen removal from wastewater.
- •Enrichment and cultivation of anammox bacteria
- •Process optimization for mainstream wastewater treatment
- •Integration with other biological processes
- •Microbial ecology and community dynamics
Biological Wastewater Treatment
We develop advanced biological treatment technologies for municipal and industrial wastewater with emphasis on energy efficiency.
- •Energy-saving nitrogen removal processes
- •Novel bioreactor design and optimization
- •Treatment of high-strength industrial wastewater
- •Process modeling and control strategies
Biowaste Recycling
Converting organic solid waste into valuable resources through innovative biotechnologies.
- •Anaerobic digestion for biogas production
- •Nutrient recovery from organic waste
- •Composting and biofertilizer production
- •Valorization of food waste and sludge
From Fundamentals to Applications
We combine fundamental research with practical applications to develop sustainable water treatment solutions.
Fundamental Research
Understanding microbial processes and mechanisms at the molecular level
Lab-Scale Development
Testing and optimizing processes under controlled conditions
Real-World Applications
Scaling up technologies for industrial and municipal applications