Rice PAR will bring together top researchers, industry, policy experts and entrepreneurs to foster collaboration and accelerate the development of innovative solutions to several PFAS challenges, including comprehensive PFAS characterization and risk assessment; contaminated site remediation; water treatment infrastructure upgrades; and the development of safe alternatives. Led by Dr. Michael S. Wong
RiCeME aligns with the strategic priorities of Rice’s School of Engineering and Computing, focusing on energy and sustainability. The center aims to secure funding from federal agencies, industry partners and global collaborators to accelerate developing and deploying more efficient and sustainable membrane separation processes. Led by Dr. Menachem Elimelech
