Pedro Alvarez

Pedro J.J. Alvarez is a prominent figure in the field of civil and environmental engineering, currently serving as the George R. Brown Professor at Rice University. He also holds the position of Director at the NSF Engineering Research Center on Nanotechnology-Enabled Water Treatment (NEWT). His extensive research portfolio focuses on critical areas such as bioremediation of contaminated aquifers, the fate and transport of toxic chemicals, and the environmental implications of nanotechnology. Alvarez has made significant contributions to understanding the water footprint of biofuels and developing innovative water treatment and reuse strategies. He earned his B.Eng. in Civil Engineering from McGill University, followed by an M.S. and Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Michigan.Alvarez's accolades include the 2012 Clarke Prize and the 2014 AAEES Grand Prize for Excellence in Environmental Engineering and Science. He is recognized as a Fellow of several prestigious organizations, including the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). His leadership extends to editorial roles, such as serving as Associate Editor for Environmental Science and Technology, and he has held advisory positions with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Science Advisory Board. Additionally, Alvarez is involved in international academic collaborations, serving as an honorary professor at institutions in China and Brazil.