Xitong Liu
About Xitong Liu
Xitong Liu is an Assistant Professor at The George Washington University, where he has worked since 2019. He co-founded Ellexco, focusing on chemical-free lithium extraction technology, and conducts research on interfacial and separation technologies for water treatment and resource recovery.
Work at The George Washington University
Xitong Liu has been serving as an Assistant Professor at The George Washington University since 2019. In this role, he directs the Environmental Interfacial Technology Lab, which focuses on developing advanced separation processes for water treatment and critical materials recovery. His research encompasses the application of interfacial and separation technologies in various fields, including water desalination and groundwater remediation.
Education and Expertise
Xitong Liu holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University, which he completed from 2013 to 2017. He also earned a Master's of Engineering in Environmental Engineering from Nanjing University, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. Liu completed his undergraduate studies in Environmental Engineering at Nanjing University from 2006 to 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his research and teaching.
Background
Before joining The George Washington University, Xitong Liu worked as a Post-Doctoral Researcher at Carnegie Mellon University from 2017 to 2019 in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. He also held positions at Johns Hopkins University, where he served as a Teaching Assistant for five months in 2015 and as a Research Assistant from 2013 to 2017. Liu's early research experience includes a role as a Research Assistant at Nanjing University from 2010 to 2013.
Achievements
Xitong Liu co-founded Ellexco, a company specializing in chemical-free, electricity-driven direct lithium extraction technology. His work aims to enhance the environmental sustainability and cost-effectiveness of lithium mining through innovative technological solutions. Liu's research efforts contribute to advancements in the fields of water treatment and critical materials recovery.