Dr. Kefeng Zhang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kefeng Zhang is a dedicated researcher specializing in stormwater management and the application of nature-based solutions (NBS), including bioretention systems, wetlands, and green walls for urban water treatment. His expertise includes assessing pollution risks associated with stormwater, greywater, and pre-treated wastewater while effectively applying NBS to mitigate risks. Dr. Zhang's research aims to promote the safe implementation of stormwater harvesting and water recycling and advocates for broader adoption of nature-based systems for water treatment. He has been awarded the ARC DECRA Fellowship for developing frameworks to quantify and monitor risks in stormwater harvesting systems, integrating real-time control and monitoring technologies. Dr. Zhang's interdisciplinary research also explores the social and health benefits of NBS in urban cooling. He serves as an Associate Editor for the journal Water Research and as the Managing Editor for Blue-Green Systems, contributing significantly to the fields of water science and technology.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2015-01-01 — Present

Water Research Centre, UNSW Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Conducting research on stormwater management and nature-based solutions while teaching courses related to water engineering.

Awards

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Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA)

2020-11-03
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Outstanding Contribution Reviewing

2018-07-01
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Outstanding Contribution Reviewing

2016-04-06
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Eric Laurenson Medal

2016-10-06

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.