Dr. Emily Chiang

Associate Professor

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Biography

Emily Y. W. Chiang is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Guelph. Her research focuses on CO2 utilization through the production of microalgae and cyanobacteria, investigating the conversion of industrial inorganic residues into valuable products including sorbents and construction materials. She has extensive experience in biohydrometallurgy involving both chemoheterotrophic and photoautotrophic microorganisms. Professor Chiang also dedicates her research to the remediation of heavy metal contaminated environments, addressing contaminated soils, sediments, and groundwater within fluvial systems. Her interest encompasses industrial ecology, emphasizing sustainability, symbiosis, and environmental stewardship. Emily teaches several courses, including Heat Mass Transfer, Bioreactor Design, and Process Intensification, contributing to the academic growth of her engineering students.

Research Interests

Courses

Heat Mass Transfer Bioreactor Design Process Intensification

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).