Xiao Su
Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
About Professor Xiao Su
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign stands as a global leader in higher education, particularly within its Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering. Renowned for fostering a culture of rigorous scientific inquiry and transformative engineering solutions, the department consistently ranks among the nation's elite. Within this prestigious academic environment, Professor Xiao Su serves as an Associate Professor and Helen Corley Petit Scholar. The institution provides a premier hub where interdisciplinary collaboration thrives, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and a legacy of groundbreaking discoveries. Researchers here engage in high-impact projects that address critical global challenges, maintaining the university's reputation for academic excellence and innovation.
🧬Research Focus
Professor Xiao Su leads an innovative research program at the intersection of advanced materials and electrochemical systems. Her work centers on developing redox-mediated electrochemical separations and redox polymers to achieve molecularly selective processes. By integrating materials design with systems modeling, her group pioneers solutions for process intensification in water treatment, resource recovery, and environmental engineering. These efforts are crucial for advancing energy materials and enhancing chemical manufacturing efficiency. Through the exploration of electrochemical separations, her research offers sustainable pathways for environmental remediation, providing breakthroughs that translate fundamental molecular science into scalable, real-world applications for a more circular economy.
🎓Student Fit & Career
PhD students and graduate researchers seeking academic mentorship in a dynamic, multidisciplinary setting will find a productive home in Professor Su’s lab. Ideal candidates possess a strong background in electrochemistry, materials science, or chemical engineering, paired with a drive for innovation and technical precision. Working under her supervision, students develop the expertise necessary to tackle complex challenges in sustainability and energy. Graduates from this program are well-prepared for diverse career paths, ranging from leadership roles in the chemical industry to influential positions in academic research, contributing significantly to the global landscape of electrochemical engineering and environmental stewardship.
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