Dr. Ikrema Hassan currently works as an Adjunct Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Western University as well as an Associate Professor at the University of New Brunswick. After obtaining a BSc. in Civil Engineering at the University of Khartoum, Hassan completed a MSc. in Environmental Engineering at Lakehead University and a PhD. in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Western University. Dr. Hassan’s experience covers the design of experimental setups, data analysis, mathematical modelling, data processing, data interpretation, and the use of electrokinetics to remediate soil contaminated with heavy metals and/or petroleum hydrocarbons. Dr. Hassan developed an innovative technique to enhance heavy metal removal by electrokinetics. In his research, Dr. Hassan has used solar panels to generate power for electrokinetic treatment. Solar energy is environmentally friendly, inexpensive, and suitable for treating contaminated soil and mine tailings at remote and abandoned sites with no active power lines or electricity. 

Dr. Hassan’s research interests are focused primarily on the environmental and geoenvironmental fields, including sustainable environmental solutions, ground improvement, and remediation of soil and groundwater. Dr. Hassan’s vision includes using innovative solutions and sustainable alternatives that result in minimal disturbance to subsurface conditions.

Dr. Hassan's recent research projects focus on investigating emerging contaminants, including microplastics, pharmaceuticals, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), in water resources, wastewater, and agricultural lands. These investigations involve determining the concentrations, distribution, and environmental impacts of these contaminants, as well as developing effective mitigation and remediation techniques. Dr. Hassan's research group is actively working on the development of advanced bioretention filters and sustainable treatment systems to remove pharmaceuticals, microplastics, and PFAS from water resources. The research aims to improve water quality, protect ecosystem health, and provide practical solutions for addressing emerging contamination challenges in both urban and agricultural environments.