Bassel A. Abdelkader

Bassel Abdelkader, Ph.D., is a postdoctoral researcher at McMaster University. His passion lies in developing innovative solutions to address pressing environmental challenges. He specializes in exploring sustainable technologies for water purification, energy generation, and carbon capture. His expertise spans various methodologies and techniques aimed at enhancing environmental sustainability and mitigating the impacts of climate change. Currently, Bassel is working on a groundbreaking project focused on ocean carbon capture through the utilization of bipolar membrane electrodialysis. This pioneering research aims to harness renewable energy sources to facilitate the removal of carbon dioxide from ocean waters, thereby combating ocean acidification and its detrimental effects on marine ecosystems. Bassel currently holds one US Patent and has published over 10 papers in highly-ranked journals.