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Faculty<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Distinguished Professor\u00a0Timothy Townsend<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Professor of Practice\u00a0Steve Laux<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Post-Doctoral Associates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ashley Lin<\/a>
Ashley is a postdoctoral researcher who characterizes volatile per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in different waste-related matrices, like landfill gas. In her free time, Ashley enjoys doing pottery, being outdoors, and getting together with friends for a board game night.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Dreyton Lott<\/a>
Dreyton Lott is a postdoctoral researcher whose research is focused on the use of constructed wetlands for the treatment of municipal solid waste (MSW) landfill leachate, primarily for the removal of ammonia-nitrogen. Outside of work, Dreyton enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, rock climbing, and indulging in college sports.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Current Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Jordan Magnuson <\/strong>
Jordan is a PhD student specializing in research on the beneficial reuse of municipal solid waste incinerator ash, specifically for use in construction materials. In her free time, Jordan enjoys hiking, camping, and reading.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Allison Cerlanek <\/strong>
Allison is a PhD student whose research focuses on furthering the understanding of the presence, abundance, and diversity of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in waste management processes, such as landfill leachate evaporation. In her free time, Allison enjoys training for triathlons, walking her dog, and meeting friends for coffee and pastries.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Hannah Sackles <\/strong>
Hannah is a PhD student whose research focuses on solid waste decision-making, specifically in understanding the environmental, economic, and social impacts of solid waste management in Florida, given existing infrastructure capacity and resilience.\u00a0In her free time, Hannah enjoys being outdoors, riding horses, and working with animals.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Ashley Mitchell<\/strong>
Ashley Mitchell is a PhD student specializing in the research of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), specifically by optimizing treatment\/remediation processes to reduce mobility and\/or improve destruction efficiency in unused commercial products and contaminated matrices. In her free time, Ashley enjoys reading, drawing, and visiting the beach.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Cassandra Collins<\/strong>
Cassandra Collins is a PhD student researching landfill leachate treatment via constructed wetlands, with a focus on organic matter and PFAS. In her free time, Cassandra enjoys reading, playing the saxophone, and causing mischief with her sister.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Mira Cycotte<\/strong>
Mira Cycotte is a PhD student whose research focuses on beneficial reuse of industrial byproducts in construction applications as well as optimizing landfill operations. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends, boyfriend, and cats.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Sophia Brecko<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Former Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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PhD Graduates<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Master’s Degree Graduates<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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