This year’s “40 Under 40” publication, released Nov. 18, included two familiar faces from Case Western Reserve University: those of staff member Jason Buitrago and faculty member Christine Duval.

Researchers at Case Western Reserve University are developing ways to convert waste into fuels and other products, using processes that are energy efficient and powered by renewable sources.

In the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, postdoctoral student Saudagar Dongare has one main focus: effectively capturing CO2.

The John S. Diekhoff Awards for Excellence in Graduate Teaching and Mentoring recognize faculty members who go above and beyond in these roles. This year, three faculty members were honored, including Assistant Professor Christine E. Duval, for their mentorship and one for teaching.

Jake Grondz’s research career started with an email. In search of a lab to call home, Grondz began reaching out to principal investigators in materials research at Case Western Reserve University.

Luke Saad is deeply engaged in research that extends these fundamental principles to advanced applications in tissue engineering.

Since joining the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering in August 2022, Muhammad Zeeshan has pursued a specific goal: reducing greenhouse gas emissions.