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Novel Adsorbent for Wastewater Treatment and Metal Recovery
Invention Description Heavy metals are non-biodegradable and can contaminate in ecosystems and the food chain, making them one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time. Certain industrial practices have resulted in an increase in the amount of heavy metals discharged into wastewater which can then leach into or contaminate other water...
Published: 11/3/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Farideh Pahlavan
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Environmental, Environmental Remediation/Wastewater Treatment, Physical Science
ICE-Bind
Background In cold climates, phase changes of water-to-ice and ice-to-water in the pore structures of soils significantly challenge the integrity and longevity of infrastructure. Soils in these regions typically undergo substantial volumetric changes because of climate stressors, impacting structures including building foundations, bridges, pipelines,...
Published: 9/11/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Farideh Pahlavan, Mohammadjavad Kazemi
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Category(s): Physical Science, Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Environmental
ExAl-Metal
Background The construction industry is facing the dual challenges of enhancing sustainability while addressing environmental safety concerns. One promising approach to achieving both goals is the utilization of mine tailings as a raw material in construction. Mine tailings, the residual byproducts of mining operations, are abundant and pose significant...
Published: 10/28/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Farideh Pahlavan
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Category(s): Physical Science, Environmental, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Alternative Energy/Biofuels/Bioplastics/Algae
BioCatSup (Biogenic Catalyst for Sulfur Polymerization)
Background Excess sulfur poses challenges in storage and management, contaminating soil and water, disrupting ecosystems, and hindering plant growth. Burning sulfur releases sulfur dioxide, a major air pollutant contributing to acid rain and respiratory issues. Therefore, managing excess sulfur involves finding sustainable uses to reduce its environmental...
Published: 10/28/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Masoumeh Mousavi
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Physical Science, Environmental
Bio-Grafted Plastic Granules for Sub-Zero Soil and Subgrade Applications (BCPG-S)
Background Cement plays a vital role in the stabilization and enhancement of civil infrastructure performance, including foundations, pavement layers, bridges, pipelines, and dams. Its curing process, driven by water through cement hydration, is essential for developing concrete's strength and durability. However, in cold climates, the inherent...
Published: 10/28/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Farideh Pahlavan, Sand Aldagari
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Category(s): Physical Science, Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Environmental, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical
Bio-Grafted Plastic Granules (BCPG)
Background Removal and immobilization of metal leachates from various compounds (industrial waste, mine tailings, waste engine oil, etc.) used in construction and the built environment is critical. Specifically, the use of mine tailing in construction of roadway base and sub-base could lead to leaching of metals to surface and ground water. In response...
Published: 10/28/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Farideh Pahlavan
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Category(s): Physical Science, Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Environmental, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical
WooplyMatt
Background According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), volatile organic compounds (VOC) are compounds that have a high vapor pressure and low water solubility. Many VOCs are human-made chemicals that are used and produced in the manufacture of paints, pharmaceuticals, and refrigerants. These VOCs break down and harm the atmosphere,...
Published: 10/28/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Sand Aldagari
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Physical Science, Environmental
Regenerative Adsorbents Inspired by Mammals’ Mucociliary Escalators (Re-AIMEs)
Background Air pollution causes more than 6.5 million premature deaths globally, due to the significant adverse health effects particularly on children, the elderly, and communities with low socioeconomic status. There are many different sources of air pollution including vehicle emissions, natural gas for heating, by-products of manufacturing, and...
Published: 10/28/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Albert Hung
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Environmental, Physical Science
Digestion of PET using Long Chain Alcohols
Background Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) is a commodity plastic that is used in many types of single-use applications (e.g., to-go containers, food packaging, water bottles). The accumulation of plastic waste in landfills and in the environment is fueling a greater push to advance polymer recycling technology. Chemically recycling plastics to...
Published: 10/28/2025   |   Inventor(s): Matthew Green, Elham Fini, Albert Hung, Robert Allen
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Category(s): Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Physical Science, Environmental, Alternative Energy/Biofuels/Bioplastics/Algae
Sulfo-PE Carbon Fiber
Background Currently, the most common method of synthesizing of carbon fiber (CF) is by utilizing polyacrylonitrile (PAN). Although this is a very effective way of obtaining CF, this method requires a lot of energy and is expensive. There is currently a need for methods of synthesizing CF that provide safer, cheaper, and more energy efficient alternatives...
Published: 10/28/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Albert Hung
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Category(s): Physical Science, Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Environmental, Alternative Energy/Biofuels/Bioplastics/Algae
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