Dr. Zhi (George) Zhou, Associate Professor of Civil and Construction Engineering and Sustainability Engineering and Environmental Engineering, has received the Robert G. Wetzel Award for Water Quality from the American Institute of Hydrology. This award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions in the field of water quality. This award was dedicated in 2006 to the family of the late Robert G. Wetzel. Dr. Wetzel was a true leader in the field of freshwater science.

Dr. Zhou has made groundbreaking contributions to the field of water quality research including innovative work on emerging contaminants, antibiotic resistance, sustainable water treatment technologies, and advanced filtration systems. His work has already made a positive impact on the field of public health, by developing new tools for rapid water quality analysis, filtration, and water use technology throughout the world.