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The new design for S.E.T.S lab is done!
We are excited to announce the completion of our new lab website design, featuring improved navigation and a modern interface to better showcase our research and team.
Xiaohan Wu Presents Research at the 2025 ASME MSEC
PhD candidate Xiaohan Wu presented research on the techno-economic and environmental analysis of bioleaching processes for gallium recovery from e-waste at the International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference. The work evaluates the viability of this approach for recovering critical materials from electronic waste. Read more →
Purdue honors researchers with Seed for Success Acorn Awards
Professor Fu Zhao and team members were recognized with Purdue's Seed for Success Acorn Awards for their innovative research in sustainable engineering and circular economy strategies. Read more →
The Persistent Pursuit of Sustainability: Professor Fu Zhao
A feature article highlighting Professor Zhao's career journey and the lab's mission to advance sustainability through rigorous quantitative analysis and life cycle assessment methodologies. Read more →
Venkat Roy's lithium extraction LCA advances circular economy
PhD candidate Venkat Roy's research on lithium extraction from clay sources was published in Sustainable Production and Consumption, providing critical insights into the environmental impacts of unconventional lithium sources for battery production. Read more →