About Our Research Database
Our Mission and Vision
We aim to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world water treatment decisions by centralizing PFAS filtration data into one accessible, research-grade platform. Our research database is dedicated to curating the latest advancements in water quality and treatment technologies, emphasizing solutions for PFAS contamination. By serving as a centralized repository for high-quality, peer-reviewed studies, we facilitate global collaboration among researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers. Our platform showcases both established membrane filtration methods and innovative technologies, such as novel membrane materials and advanced treatment processes, driving progress in water purification and environmental remediation.
As water contamination challenges evolve, we remain committed to continuously expanding our database with the latest scientific findings and technological developments. Our goal is to empower our community with timely and relevant information, enabling informed decisions and fostering sustainable solutions for clean water worldwide.
Join Our Community
We invite researchers, students, and industry experts to explore our database, contribute their work, and collaborate on future projects. Together, we can help shape a future where safe, clean water is accessible to everyone.
Our Team
Faculty Advisor
Dr. Tiezheng Tong
Associate Professor
School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment
Arizona State University
With over 80 publications and 7,000+ citations, Dr. Tong has received numerous awards including the NSF CAREER Award and ACS Rising Star. He serves as Associate Editor for npj Clean Water and sits on editorial boards of leading journals. His research focuses on membrane desalination, water purification, and resource recovery.
Founders
Mary Sannapu
Undergraduate Student in Computer Science
Fulton Schools of Engineering
Arizona State University
Mary drives strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, guiding the initiative’s growth and scalability. She also contributes significantly to the platform's technical development, including data curation and modeling, supporting researchers and policymakers in advancing PFAS remediation.
Eleazar Ripsam
Undergraduate Student in Electrical Engineering
Fulton Schools of Engineering
Arizona State University
Eleazar spearheads the platform’s technical architecture, combining full-stack development with data visualization and engineering. His work ensures the site remains intuitive, scalable, and effective in communicating PFAS research insights.
Founding Members
Shinyun Park
Ph.D. Student
Environmental Engineering
Arizona State University
Shinyun specializes in membrane-based water treatment, focusing on critical challenges like fouling and scaling. Her research emphasizes developing sustainable methods to enhance membrane durability and effectiveness. Additionally, she investigates how PFAS molecules interact with membrane surfaces, improving our understanding of effective PFAS removal techniques.
Yanji Tian
Ph.D. Student
Environmental Engineering
Arizona State University
Yanji’s research centers on brine treatment technologies, with a particular interest in understanding how PFAS compounds move through selective membranes. Her work provides valuable insights into optimizing water purification methods, contributing to safer and cleaner water resources.