Anthony Straub

Prof. Dr. Anthony Straub is a professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at ETH Zurich. His research focuses on membrane separations, water purification, critical materials recovery, and carbon dioxide capture. He is affiliated with the university's Mechanical Engineering department and contributes to advancements in these areas through his academic and research activities.

Anthony P. Straub is an Assistant Professor at ETH Zürich, specializing in Membrane Processes, Water-Energy Nexus, Separations, and Sustainable Energy. His research focuses on advancing membrane technologies for water desalination and energy recovery, particularly through membrane distillation, pressure-retarded osmosis, and thermo-osmotic energy conversion. He investigates the thermodynamic limits and performance challenges of these systems, emphasizing the integration of low-grade heat and solar energy for sustainable water and power generation. Straub's work also explores the role of membrane structure, fouling, and molecular interactions in enhancing separation efficiency and energy recovery. His research addresses critical issues in water-energy nexus systems, aiming to improve the sustainability and scalability of membrane-based technologies.