Tag: Environmental Engineering


  • Building Floating Wetlands: A Living Laboratory on Lake Decatur

    Building Floating Wetlands: A Living Laboratory on Lake Decatur

    Introduction: A New Phase for Lake Research After more than a year of planning, a dedicated research team is launching the next phase of a long-term study of lake health. The project centers on two floating wetlands—small islands built from steel cages and thick coco fiber logs (coir)—that will drift on Lake Decatur. These living…

  • AI Boosts Sustainable Recycling of Livestock Waste

    AI Boosts Sustainable Recycling of Livestock Waste

    Turning livestock waste into valuable resources with smart treatment Researchers have developed a machine learning–driven approach to optimize the hydrothermal treatment of livestock manure. This process converts waste into a solid hydrochar and a nutrient-rich liquid, enabling safer, more useful byproducts while reducing environmental pollution. The study, published in Biochar, demonstrates how artificial intelligence can…