Our research infrastructure includes well-equipped laboratories, access to advanced analytical tools, and partnerships with environmental organizations. The university encourages students to take part in research projects, fostering innovation and critical thinking while preparing them for impactful careers in sustainability.
The programme in Environmental Science and Sustainable Development is designed to produce research-driven professionals who can contribute to solving real-world environmental challenges. Some key research highlights include:
- Environmental nanotechnology: Use of nanomaterials for efficient pollutant removal from water, including emerging contaminants through nano-adsorption, nano-filtration, and nano-photocatalysis, with applications like water purification, soil remediation.
- Water and wastewater treatment: Developing innovative technologies for improved contaminant removal efficiency, energy-efficient processes, resource recovery from wastewater, and advanced monitoring systems, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and addressing emerging contaminants.
- Sustainable Water Management: Investigating innovative water treatment technologies, including biochar-based filtration, membrane technology, and constructed wetlands.
- Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation: Studying the impact of climate change and developing strategies for carbon sequestration, afforestation, and sustainable agriculture.
- Waste Management and Circular Economy: Research on biodegradable materials, plastic alternatives, and recycling technologies to promote a zero-waste society.
- Biodiversity Conservation and Ecological Restoration: Understanding ecosystem dynamics and designing conservation strategies to protect endangered species and habitats.
Through active engagement in these research areas, the department contributes to global sustainability goals and prepares students for leadership roles in environmental science.
