Mrs. Nasly Delgado, University of Cauca, Colombia
Mrs. Nasly Delgado is an Environmental Engineer from the University of Cauca, Colombia, and holds a PhD in Engineering from the National University of La Plata (UNLP), Argentina. She is a researcher at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, University of Cauca, specializing in environmental systems engineering. Her research focuses on the occurrence and removal of emerging contaminants, such as pharmaceuticals and personal care products, in water systems. She has co-authored multiple publications, contributing to advancements in environmental pollution control and water treatment methods.
Education:
Doctorado en Ingeniería (PhD in Engineering)
Universidad Nacional de La Plata, La Plata, Argentina
Duration: April 2014 – March 2019
Ingeniería Ambiental (Environmental Engineering)
Universidad del Cauca, Popayán, Colombia
Duration: January 2007 – December 2012
Professional Profiles:
ORCID Profile
Google Scholar
Professional Experience:
Tecnológico de Antioquia Institución Universitaria (Medellín, Colombia)
Docente (Instructor) | September 2011 – December 2011
Research Interests:
Mrs. Nasly Delgado’s research primarily focuses on environmental systems engineering, specifically water treatment. She investigates the removal of emerging contaminants, such as pharmaceuticals and personal care products, from water systems. Her work aims to develop sustainable methods for water pollution control and environmental management, with a particular emphasis on the use of constructed wetlands and other eco-friendly technologies.
Top Notable Publications:
Veterinary pharmaceutical as emerging contaminants in wastewater and surface water: An overview
Journal of Hazardous Materials
Published: October 2023
DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.132431
Contributors: Nasly Delgado, Jessica Orozco, Santiago Zambrano, Juan C. Casas-Zapata, Damián Marino
Pharmaceutical compound removal using down-flow fixed bed filters with powder activated carbon: A novel configuration
Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
Published: June 2022
DOI: 10.1016/j.jece.2022.107706
Contributors: Nasly Delgado, Damián Marino, Alberto Capparelli, Juan C. Casas-Zapata, Agustín Navarro
Occurrence and removal of pharmaceutical and personal care products using subsurface horizontal flow constructed wetlands
Water Research
Published: 2020
DOI: 10.1016/j.watres.2020.116448
Contributors: Nasly Delgado, L. Bermeo, D.A. Hoyos, G.A. Peñuela, A. Capparelli, D. Marino, A. Navarro, J.C. Casas-Zapata
Diagnóstico y remoción de contaminantes emergentes en aguas superficiales y cloacales
Dissertation or Thesis
Published: 2019
Contributor: Nasly Yanid Delgado Espinosa
Pharmaceutical emerging pollutants removal from water using powdered activated carbon: Study of kinetics and adsorption equilibrium
Journal of Environmental Management
Published: 2019
DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2019.01.116
Contributors: Nasly Delgado, Alberto Capparelli, Agustín Navarro, Damián Marino
Removal of pharmaceuticals and personal care products from domestic wastewater using rotating biological contactors
International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology
Published: 2019
DOI: 10.1007/s13762-018-1658-2
Contributors: Nasly Delgado, Agustín Navarro, Damián Marino, G.A. Peñuela, A. Ronco
Adsorption of Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products on Granular Activated Carbon
Journal of Surface Engineered Materials and Advanced Technology
Published: 2016
DOI: 10.4236/jsemat.2016.64017
Contributors: Nasly Y. Delgado, Alberto L. Capparelli, Damián J. Marino, Agustín F. Navarro, Gustavo A. Peñuela, Alicia E. Ronco
Conclusion:
Mrs. Nasly Delgado is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her specialized research on water treatment, coupled with her extensive publication record and commitment to sustainable environmental solutions, places her in a strong position for recognition. While there is room for growth in applying her research findings to real-world situations and expanding her research focus, her work has already made a significant impact in the field of environmental systems engineering. With continued efforts to broaden the practical applications and policy integration of her work, Mrs. Delgado could further solidify her place as a leading researcher in her field.