Bioremediation & Sustainability

Bioremediation & Sustainability research in the Environmental Quality division focuses on using biological, chemical, and engineered processes to reduce contamination and improve environmental performance in water, soil, and waste systems. Faculty in this area study how natural and designed treatment approaches can remove pollutants, restore impacted environments, and support more sustainable management of resources. Research includes remediation of contaminated sites, biologically mediated treatment processes, waste minimization, resource recovery, and strategies that promote long-term environmental resilience. This work advances practical solutions that protect human health, strengthen ecosystem integrity, and support sustainable engineering practice.


Faculty

Ryan Dupont

Ryan Dupont

Professor

Office Location: UWRL 319
Phone: 435-797-3227
Email:
ryan.dupont@usu.edu 
Liyuan Hou

Liyuan Hou

Assistant Professor

Office Location: UWRL 307
Phone: 435-797-1533
Email:
liyuan.hou@usu.edu 

Joan McLean

Joan McLean

Professor

Office Location: UWRL 315
Phone: 435-797-3199
Email:
joan.mclean@usu.edu 
Kyle Moor

Kyle Moor

Assistant Professor

Office Location: UWRL 305
Phone: 435-797-0937
Email:
kyle.moor@usu.edu 

Yiming Su

Yiming Su

Assistant Professor

Office Location: UWRL 305-C
Phone: 435-797-1534
Email:
yiming.su@usu.edu 
 
 

Bioremediation & Sustainable Practices Projects