Dr. Ketwalee Kositkanawuth

Asst. Prof. Dr. Ketwalee Kositkanawuth

Environmental Engineering Lecturer at King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT)

About Me

A Passion for Sustainable Solutions

I am an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Engineering at KMUTT. My work focuses on developing innovative solutions for waste valorization and sustainable energy production, aiming to create a more circular and environmentally responsible economy.

Expertise

Core Research Areas

Waste Utilization

Transforming municipal and industrial waste streams into valuable resources, promoting circular economy principles.

Biochar & Pyrolysis

Investigating thermochemical conversion processes to produce biochar for soil amendment and pollution remediation.

Biomass Conversion

Developing efficient methods for converting agricultural residues and biomass into biofuels and other energy products.

Teaching & Mentorship

Research Opportunities for Prospective Students

I am always looking for motivated graduate students to join my research team. Below are some examples of research areas we can explore together. If these topics align with your interests, please reach out to discuss your ideas.

Advanced Biochar Production from Agricultural Waste

This research focuses on optimizing pyrolysis conditions for various types of local agricultural waste (e.g., rice husks, corn cobs) to produce high-quality biochar. The project will investigate how different temperatures and catalysts affect the biochar's properties for applications in carbon sequestration and soil amendment.

Waste-to-Energy: Co-pyrolysis of Biomass and Plastic Waste

This project explores the thermochemical conversion of mixed biomass and plastic waste streams into valuable syngas and bio-oil. The research aims to analyze the synergistic effects during co-pyrolysis to improve energy yield and reduce harmful environmental byproducts, contributing to a more circular economy.

Development of Novel Adsorbents for Wastewater Treatment

This research involves creating and testing novel, low-cost adsorbents from industrial sludge or waste biomass for the removal of heavy metals and dyes from industrial wastewater. The project will characterize the adsorbent materials and evaluate their efficiency and reusability under various conditions.