Tunable properties of nanomaterials inspire innovation and thus provide unprecedented opportunities for solving grand environmental challenges of our times, such as environmental pollution, water scarcity, energy shortage, in a sustainable way. Led by Professor Peng Wang, KAUST Environmental Nanotechnology Laboratory (ENL), conducts application-oriented research and has a clear research focus on 'Rational Design of Nanomaterials and Nanosurfaces for Sustainable Energy Driven Clean Water Production".
Specific Research Interests:
- Solar-driven photothermal processess for clean water production and water desalination
- Zero-liquid discharge desalination
- Atmospheric water harvesting
- Smart materials with special wettability