CAWT Research Team

JENNIFER ANDERSEN

Director

Jennifer Andersen’s background is in environmental science research, having received a M.Sc. in the Environmental and Life Sciences graduate program from Trent University. She has experience in all aspects of the research and development process, and her portfolio includes several publications in refereed journals as well as presentations at national conferences. As the Manager of the CAWT, Jenn is responsible for overseeing all projects, their execution, scheduling, budgets, and communication of results. Jenn works with CAWT partners and clients to secure funding (if applicable) and ensure that their project’s needs are met.

BARBARA SIEMBIDA-LÖSCH, PH.D, P.ENG.

Research Scientist / Engineer

Dr. Barbara Siembida-Lösch brings 15 years of broad (inter)national experience from both the private and academic sector, having worked in the field of water/wastewater engineering. Barbara holds B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Environmental Engineering; she completed her Ph.D. at the Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany in wastewater treatment. In her Postdoc role with the University of Waterloo, Barbara undertook detailed optimization of full-scale drinking water treatment facilities. Her scientific expertise translates to helping clients looking to innovate, overcome barriers, and develop a deeper understanding of how their technology works.

MARCUS SHEPPARD

Research Technologist

Marcus Sheppard has a B.A. in Environmental Studies from Sir Wilfrid Laurier University and a diploma from the Environmental Technology Program at Fleming College. Marcus has extensive analytical lab skills and field experience gained through leading bench- and full-scale pilot studies for the purposes of R&D in the water and wastewater technology sector. He has spearheaded the NSF 350 (greywater re-use) verification program offered by the CAWT and is currently focused on the testing and verification of advanced treatment systems (residential wastewater).

CAYLA AUSTIN

Research Technologist

Cayla Austin holds an M.Sc in Environmental and Life Sciences from Trent University, and has years of experience in ISO/IEC 17025:2005 accredited laboratories. She is experienced in a diverse array of field and laboratory techniques ranging from fermentation microbiology to environmental monitoring but specializing in water and wastewater monitoring and treatment.

NSERC Industrial Research Chair for Colleges

REZA MOSLEMI, PH.D., P.ENG.

NSERC Industrial Research Chair for Colleges, Predictive Water Analytics

Dr. Reza Moslemi has over 15 years of academic and industrial experience in the field of civil and environmental engineering, having served in various roles including university professor, research associate, and engineering consultant. He received his Ph.D. degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from McMaster University. As the NSERC Industrial Research Chair, he currently leads an applied research program at Fleming College focusing on predictive water network analytics.