Sikai Zhao

Ph.D. | Associate Professor

zhaosikai@neu.edu.cn

Education and Professional Experience

Northeastern University

Associated Professor, January 2022 – Present

Northeastern University

Ph.D. in Mineral Processing Engineering, September 2017 – January 2022

University of California, Berkely

Visiting student in Chemistry, December 2019 – December 2020

Research

Mineral Processing, Mineral materials, Gas sensing, Catalytic

Our research focuses on the safe, efficient, and sustainable utilization of mineral resources, with particular emphasis on the environmental challenges associated with mining waste, including gaseous, liquid, and solid pollutants. Our work covers the monitoring and treatment of gaseous pollutants, the purification and recycling of wastewater, and the harmless disposal and functional utilization of solid wastes. We welcome motivated students with backgrounds in mineral processing engineering, environmental science, materials science, automation, and related disciplines to join our team.