Baoxia Mi

Professor at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, Baoxia Mi is a distinguished academic and researcher holding the prestigious Wood-Calvert Chair in Engineering. Her work is at the forefront of addressing critical global challenges through the innovative application of advanced membrane processes and nanotechnology. Her research is particularly focused on sustainable water supply solutions, including desalination, drinking water purification, and wastewater reuse, as well as renewable energy production and public health. Professor Mi's contributions to the field have been recognized with several prestigious awards. In 2017, she was honored with the Hellman Fellows Award and the CAPEES/Nanova Young Investigator Award, acknowledging her groundbreaking research and potential for future contributions. Earlier, in 2014, she received the NSF Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award, which is a testament to her innovative research and commitment to education. Her academic journey began with a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, completed in 2006. This solid foundation has enabled her to explore and expand the boundaries of environmental engineering, particularly in the realm of water treatment and sustainability. At UC Berkeley, Professor Mi is not only involved in cutting-edge research but also plays a significant role in mentoring the next generation of engineers and scientists. Her teaching and guidance have inspired many students to pursue careers in environmental engineering and related fields. In addition to her academic and research endeavors, Professor Mi actively collaborates with industry and governmental bodies to translate her research findings into practical solutions that can be implemented on a larger scale. Her work continues to have a profound impact on the development of sustainable technologies and practices that aim to improve public health and environmental quality worldwide.