Zicheng's research in environmental engineering focuses on integrating process engineering, environmental microbiology, and material science to develop innovative and sustainable methods for removing contaminants e.g. nitrogen, PFAS, from the environment and converting waste into valuable resources.

Zicheng is a dedicated researcher in the field of environmental engineering with a strong focus on developing sustainable solutions for pollution mitigation and transforming waste into valuable resources. She obtained her PhD from the University of Queensland, where her work involves exploring novel microorganisms and applying these newly discovered microbial reactions to practical applications. Zicheng's research interests include innovative approaches to the removal of emerging contaminants using novel polymers and their applications in drinking water, landfill leachate, and wastewater treatment. Her contributions to the field are marked by her commitment to sustainability and her ability to bridge interdisciplinary methods to create impactful solutions.