Postdoctoral Associate
Dr. G. Melike Urper-Bayram is a Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Duke University. Her research centers on the link between environmental health and advanced materials, with a focus on plastic pollution, membrane technologies, and lifecycle assessment. She studies how emerging contaminants, such as organic and micro-nanoplastics, interact with natural and engineered systems, pioneering nanomaterial-enhanced hollow fiber membranes for selective removal of natural organic matter and toxins. Her work connects environmental engineering, materials science, and human health to create sustainable solutions for cleaner water and healthier ecosystems.
Appointments and Affiliations
- Civil and Environmental Engineering
Contact Information
- Email Address: melike.bayram@duke.edu
Education
- Istanbul Technical University, PhD, 2019
Research Interests
- Membrane processes,
- Nanomaterials,
- Plastic pollution,
- Micro/nanoplastics,
- Water treatment,
- Life cycle assessment,
- Environmental health,
- Sustainable materials.