Doctor of Philosophy, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Concordia University
Master of Science, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Florida State University
Bachelor of Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hanoi University of Technology
Kevin Vu, Ph.D., joined Marian University in Fall 2024 as an assistant professor of civil and environmental engineering. He brings over 10 years of experience in environmental engineering, nanotechnology, wastewater treatment, and water quality. His research focuses on applying nanotechnology to solve complex environmental challenges, with current work centered on the development of innovative, sustainable nanobioremediation technologies for removing emerging contaminants from water and wastewater systems.
Dr. Vu has taught a broad range of civil and environmental engineering courses, employing flexible pedagogical approaches and collaborative engagement to help students quickly grasp new concepts while fostering a lasting interest in the field. He emphasizes bridging theory and practice, encouraging students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world environmental problems. Through his teaching, Dr. Vu promotes active learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, preparing students for success in both academic and professional settings.
Interests and Expertise: Environmental nanotechnology, microbiology, wastewater treatment, water treatment, water quality, emerging contaminants removal, advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), membrane, bioinformatics, and environmental impact assessment (EIA).
Courses Taught: CVE 301: Surveying; CVE 332: Hydraulics Engineering; EGR 317: Engineering Economics; EGR 326: Engineering Statistics; CVE 41: Environmental Engineering; EGR 101: Introduction to Engineering; EGR 151: Programming for Engineers
Publications:
Vu, K.A., Badilla-Aguilar, A., Bibby, K.J., “Improved free nucleic acid exclusion in wastewater via a Hybrid Propidium Monoazide-Enzyme Treatment.” (under review).
Johnson, B.O, Shaffer M., North D., Vu, K.A., Bibby, K.J., “Assessing the Concentration Efficiency and Geographic and Temporal Distribution of Plasmid pBI143 in Wastewater.” Environmental Science and Technology Letters. 2024, 11(8), 812-817. DOI: 10.1021/acs.estlett.4c00485.
Vu, K.A., Nguyen, T.A., Nguyen T.P., “Advances in pretreatment methods for free nucleic acid removal in wastewater samples: enhancing accuracy in pathogenic detection and future directions.” Applied Microbiology. 2024, 4(1), 1-15. DOI: 10.3390/applmicrobiol4010001.
Vu, K.A., Mulligan, C.N., “An overview on the treatment of oil pollutants in soil using synthetic and biological surfactant foam and nanoparticles.” International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2023, 24(3), 1916. DOI: 10.3390/ijms24031916.
Vu, K.A., Mulligan, C.N., “Remediation of organic contaminated soil by Fe-based nanoparticles and surfactants: A review.” Environmental Technology Reviews. 2023, 12(1), 60-82. DOI: 10.1080/21622515.2023.2177200.
Vu, K.A., Mulligan, C.N., “Removal of Oil Pollutants in Soil.” Encyclopedia. 2023.
Vu, K.A., Mulligan, C.N., “Utilization of a biosurfactant foam/nanoparticle mixture for treatment of oil pollutants in soil.” Environmental Science and Pollution Research. 2022, 88618-88629. DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-21938-9.
Vu, K.A., Mulligan, C.N., “Remediation of oil-contaminated soil using Fe/Cu nanoparticles and biosurfactants.” Environmental Technology. 2022, 1-13. DOI: 10.1080/09593330.2022.2061381.
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Dr. Vu is an environmental consultant and engineer with over 10 years of experience in environmental engineering, nanotechnology, microbiology, water and wastewater treatment, water quality, soil remediation, air pollution control, environmental management (ISO 14001), hazardous waste management, risk assessment, environmental impact assessment (EIA), life cycle assessment (LCA), and environmental law and policy.
