Our lab develops sustainable materials and high-value bioproducts from renewable resources, including lignocellulosic biomass, macroalgae, and microbial platforms. We design biodegradable films, functional materials, and bio-based products by integrating biomass valorization strategies with advanced material engineering and natural bioactive compounds. Through innovative approaches to produce and incorporate pigments, antioxidants, and other functional molecules, we aim to create next-generation sustainable materials that support a circular bioeconomy and reduce dependence on petroleum-derived products. 

Our lab develops integrated biorefinery approaches that convert renewable biomass and waste resources into fuels, carbon materials, valuable chemicals, and environmental solutions. We utilize thermochemical conversion technologies, including hydrothermal processing and pyrolysis, to maximize resource recovery while designing engineered carbon materials for wastewater treatment and pollutant removal. By coupling biomass conversion, nutrient recovery, water remediation, and algal cultivation, we create circular systems that transform waste streams into valuable resources and advance sustainable environmental technologies. 

Our lab harnesses the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to accelerate innovation across all our research areas. We develop and apply predictive models to optimize process parameters, analyze complex datasets, and uncover hidden patterns in biomass conversion, algal bioprocessing, and materials development. These tools enhance our ability to design efficient, data-driven experiments and improve the scalability and performance of our technologies. From modeling thermochemical reactions to predicting biopolymer properties and microbial product yields, AI/ML plays a central role in guiding decision-making and advancing our mission of sustainable biomanufacturing.