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Dr. JoAnn S. Lighty started at Boise State University in 2017 and is currently the Dean of the College of Engineering. She earned her Ph.D. and her B.S. in chemical engineering both from the University of Utah.  Previously a professor with the University of Utah, Dr. Lighty’s current research has two main areas of interest, the first being the formation of fine particulate matter (PM) from combustion and gasification systems. The second being carbon capture via chemical looping combustion, specifically chemical looping with oxygen uncoupling. She is also a member of various societies including, the Combustion Institute, Society of Women Engineers, the American Society for Engineering Education, and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE). She is a fellow of AIChE.

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
  • SDG 13 - Climate Action

External positions

Division Director, National Science Foundation

1 Oct 20131 Jan 2017

Department Chair, University of Utah

1 Jan 20071 May 2013

Professor, University of Utah

1 Jul 19991 Jan 2017

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