The Catalysis and Nanomaterials Laboratory, directed by Professor Michael S. Wong, is located in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, in the George R. Brown School of Engineering at Rice University, Houston, TX. Our research program addresses engineering problems using the tools of chemical engineering and materials chemistry. How can we design heterogeneous catalysts that enable the sustainable use and management of our natural resources? We develop catalytic systems for clean water, for clean energy, and for clean chemistry. In collaboration with researchers from UT El Paso, ASU, and Yale in the NEWT Center, we seek scientific understanding and nano-enabled engineering solutions to treat contaminated water in a fit-for-purpose manner. In the RiceWaTER Institute, we pursue water technologies, entrepreneurship, and research activities towards sustainable water treatment. Our laboratory is located in the Ralph S. O’Connor Building for Engineering and Science .