Entries for Ph.D., Associate Professor Angela Lindner

Academic degree:

Ph.D., Associate Professor

Last name:

Lindner

First name:

Angela

Responsible for:

Organization/Institute:

University of Florida

Department:

Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences

Position:

Associate Professor

Street, Number, POB:

Center Dr., AP Black Hall, P.O. Box 116450

Postal code, City:

32611 Gainesville, FL 32611

State:

Florida

Country:

USA

Phone:

352-846-3033

Fax:

352-392-3076

E-mail address:

alind@eng.ufl.edu

Url:

Curriculum vitae:

CURRICULUM VITAE
ANGELA S. LINDNER

Associate Professor
Environmental Engineering Sciences
University of Florida
Room 355 NEB, P.O. Box 116450
Gainesville, FL 32611-6450
352-846-3033 FAX: 352-392-3076
alind@eng.ufl.edu

EDUCATION

Ph.D. The University of Michigan, Civil and Environmental Engineering, 1998
Dissertation Topic: Methanotrophic Oxidation of Aromatic Compounds
Co-Advisors: Dr. Peter Adriaens, Dr. Jeremy Semrau
M.S. Texas A&M University, Chemical Engineering, 1987
Thesis Topic: Characterization and Reuse of Phosphogypsum Waste
Advisor: Dr. Ahmed Gadalla (Deceased)
B.S. The College of Charleston, Chemistry, Cum Laude, 1983

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2005-present ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
SCIENCES

2005-present FACULTY ADVISOR, ENGINEERS UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
WITHOUT BORDERS-UF

1998-2005 ASSISTANT PROFESSOR UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
SCIENCES

2001-2002 CO-LEADER, SOLID WASTE ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS
RECOVERY COMMERCIAL SPACE
TECHNOLOGY CENTER,
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA

1998-present MEMBER AFFILIATE FACULTY OF THE
SCHOOL OF NATURAL
RESOURCES AND THE
ENVIRONMENT, UNIVERSITY
OF FLORIDA

1991-1998 GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL
ENGINEERING

1989-1991 SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
GM TECHNICAL CENTER
WARREN, MI

1987-1989 CHEMICAL ENGINEER U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL
OFFICE OF MOBILE SOURCES PROTECTION AGENCY
ANN ARBOR, MI

1983-1987 TEACHING AND RESEARCH TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
ASSISTANT
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Chemical/Biological: Biological transformations of substituted aromatic and aliphatic compounds; molecular-level fundamentals of microbial transformation processes, including mechanistic studies of enzymatic oxidation of aromatic compounds by soluble methane monooxygenase and quantitative structure-activity relationships; bioremediation of substituted aromatic and aliphatic compounds; microbial ecology of mixed cultures with emphasis on rhizodegradation
Sustainable Engineering: Green engineering; pollution prevention; life cycle assessments; global engineering

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

1998-present Air and Waste Management Association
1997-present American Association of University Women
1995-present American Chemical Society
1995-present American Institute of Chemical Engineers
1998-present American Society for Engineering Education
1993-present American Society for Microbiology
2001-present Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors
1995-present Chi Epsilon Civil Engineering Honor Society
2001-present Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry
2005-present Engineers Without Borders-USA

COURSES DEVELOPED

• Undergraduate:
EES 4200, Environmental Chemistry of Carbon Compounds, Required Course, University of Florida, 1999-present, Average Student Evaluation, 4.4/5.0

ENV 4612, Green Engineering Design and Sustainability, Required Course, University of Florida, 1998-present, Average Student Evaluation, 4.5/5.0

ENV 4932, FWEA Capstone Design, sponsored by the Florida Water Environment Federation, 2000-2002, Elective Course, University of Florida, Student Evaluation, 3.9/5.0

ENV 4921, Engineers Without Borders, 2005-present, Elective Design Course, University of Florida.

• Graduate:
ENV 6905, Emergy and Life Cycle Assessment, Elective Course, University of Florida, 2007.

ENV 6932, Advanced FWEA Capstone Design, Elective Course, University of Florida, 2000-2001, Average Student Evaluation, 4.6/5.0

ENV 6510, Groundwater Restoration, Elective Course, University of Florida, 1998-2000, Average Student Evaluation, 4.6/5.0

ENV 6932, Green Engineering Design and Sustainability, Elective Course, University of Florida, 1998-present, Average Student Evaluation, 4.4/5.0

ENV 6932, Bioremediation, Elective Course, University of Florida, 2001-2007, Student Evaluation (Instructor Overall), 4.9/5.0

ENV 5072, Pollution Control and Prevention, Team-Taught Required Core Course, University of Florida, 2001-2004, Average Student Evaluation, 4.3/5.0
ChE 659, Environmental Microbiology, Wayne State University, 1994

• Guest Lecturer:
MSE 6932, “Life Cycle Assessment,” Sustainable Engineering (Dr. Amelia Dempere), Materials Science and Engineering Department, 2006, 1.5 hours.

ENV 4913, “Life Cycle Assessment in Process and Product Design,” Integrated Product and Process Design (Dr. Keith Stanfill and Dr. Paul Chadik), University of Florida, 2004-2006, 1 hour.

ENV 5075, “The ‘Politics’ of Pollution Prevention,” Environmental Policy (Dr. Bud Viessman), University of Florida, 2000-2006, 3 hours.

ABE 2062, “Sustainability of Engineered Systems: Definition and Measurement,” Biology for Engineers (Dr. David Chenoweth), University of Florida, 2003, 1 hour.

ENV 6932, “Life Cycle Analysis,” Industrial Ecology (Dr. Joseph Delfino), University of Florida, 2003, 1 hour.

BCN 4905, “Designing for the Environment,” Issues in Sustainability (Dr. Charles Kilbert, Mr. Dave Newport), University of Florida, 2004, 1 hour.

PUBLICATIONS

• Refereed Journal Papers/Book Chapters/Books:

Accepted:
1. Lindner, A.S. and C.J. Clark, co-editors. 2006. Innovative Approaches for the Remediation of Subsurface-Contaminated Hazardous Waste Sites: Bridging Flask and Field Scales. ACS Symposium Series Book, American Chemical Society, Washington, D.C.
2. Shonnard, D., Lindner, A., Nguyen*, N., Subamatram, R., Hesketh, R., Slater, S., Engler, R. 2006. Green Engineering—Integration of Green Chemistry, Pollution Prevention, and Risk-Based Considerations. Kent and Riegel’s Handbook of Industrial Chemistry. Springer. In press.
3. O’Brien†, Elizabeth, Guy, B., and Lindner*, A.S. 2006. Life Cycle Analysis of the Deconstruction of Military Barracks at Ft. McClellan, Alabama. Journal of Green Building. Accepted.
4. Lindner*, A.S., Semrau, J.D., and Adriaens, P. 2005. Substituent Effects on the Oxidation of Substituted Biphenyl Congeners by Type II Methanotroph Strain CSC1. Archives of Microbiology. 183(4):266-276.
5. Ogden†, A., Fleetwood, D., Townsend, T., Ohlsen, M., and Lindner*, A.S. 2005. Establishing a Research Laboratory Chemical Inventory and Exchange Program at the University of Florida: Program Design and Environmental Impacts. Practice Periodical of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste Management. In Press.
6. Ramakrishnan†, V., Ogram, A.V., and Lindner*, A.S. 2005. Impacts of Cosolvent Flushing on Microbial Populations Capable of Degrading Trichloroethylene. Env. Hlth. Perspectives. 113(1), 55-61.
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* Corresponding or presenting author
† Graduate student
# Undergraduate student
7. Pacheco†, A. and Lindner*, A.S. 2005. Effects of Alpha-Pinene and Trichloroethylene on the Oxidation Potentials of Methanotrophs. Bulletin of Environmental Contaminant Toxicology. 74(1): 133-140.
8. Babbitt†, C.W. and Lindner*, A.S. 2005. A Life Cycle Inventory of Coal Used for Electricity
Production in Florida. Journal of Cleaner Production. 13(9), 903-912. Doi: 10.1016/ j.jclepro. 2004. 04.007.
9. Sivaraman†, D. and Lindner*, A.S. 2004. A Comparative Life Cycle Analysis of Gasoline-, Battery, and Electricity-Powered Lawn Mowers. Environmental Engineering Science. 21(6), 768-785.
10. Lauderdale†, C. and Lindner*, A.S. 2004. Characterization of a Methylisoborneol-Degrading Mixed Culture Derived from Natural Waters. Water Research. 38, 4135-4142.
11. Irving†, D.L., Sinnott*, S.B., and Lindner, A.S. 2004. Interaction of Functionalized Benzene Molecules with Carbon Nanopores. Chemical Physics Letters. 389, 96-100. Corrigendum: 392, 567 (2004).
12. Lindner*, A.S., Whitfield†, C., Chen, N., Semrau, J.D., and Adriaens, P. 2003. Quantitative
Structure-Biodegradation Relationships for ortho-Substituted Biphenyl Compounds Oxidized
by Methylosinus trichosporium OB3b. Env. Tox. Chem., 22(10): 2251-2257.
13. Newport, Dave, Chesnes, Thomas, and Lindner*, Angela. 2003. The “Environmental
Sustainability” Problem. Intl. J. of Sustainability in Higher Education. 4(4), 357-363.
14. Katz†, S. and Lindner*, A. 2003. Life Cycle Analysis of Several Auxiliary Blowing Agents Used in the Manufacture of Rigid Polyurethane Foam. JAWMA, 53, 469-477.
15. Uz†, Ilker, Rasche, M.E., Townsend, T., Ogram A.V., and Lindner*, A.S. 2003. Characterization of Methanogenic and Methanotrophic Assemblages in Landfill Samples. Proc. R. Soc. Lond. B (Biology Letters). (Suppl.) 270, S202-S205.
16. Graham, D.W., Kim†, H.J., and Lindner, A.S. 2002. Methanotrophic Bacteria. In: Bitton, Gabriel, editor, Encyclopedia of Environmental Microbiology, John Wiley & Sons, NY, pp. 1923-1936.
17. Lindner, A.S., Adriaens, P., and Semrau*, J.D. 2000. Transformation of ortho-
Substituted Biphenyls by Methylosinus trichosporium OB3b: Substituent Effects on Oxidation
Kinetics and Product Formation. Arch. Microbiol., Volume 174, pp. 35-41.
15. Lindner†*, A.S. and P. Adriaens. 1995. Microbial Ecology of PCB Transformations in
the Environment: A Niche for Methanotrophs? In: Lidstrom, M.E. and F.R. Tabita, editors,
Microbial Growth on C1 Compounds, pp. 269-277, Kluwer Academic Publishers, The Netherlands.
16. Demond*, A.H. and Lindner†, A.S.. 1993. Estimation of Interfacial Tension between
Organic Liquids and Water. Environ. Sci. Technol., 27, 2318-2331.
17. Gadalla*, A.M., Saylak, D., and Lindner†, A. 1990. Comparison of Strength
Development in Waste Industrial Gypsum Produced by the Hemihydrate and Dihydrate Processes. J. Amer. Ceramic. Soc., 73, 2255-2260.

In Preparation/Submitted/Under Review:
1. Babbitt†, C.W. and Lindner*, A.S. 2006. A Life Cycle Comparison of Disposal and Beneficial Use of Coal Combustion Products in Florida: Part 1. Methodology and Inventory of Materials, Energy, and Emissions. International Journal of Life Cycle Assessment.
2. Babbitt†, C.W. and Lindner*, A.S. 2006. A Life Cycle Comparison of Disposal and Beneficial Use of Coal Combustion Products in Florida: Part 2. Impacts Comparisons of Disposal and Beneficial Use Options. International Journal of Life Cycle Assessment.
3. Lindner*, A.S., Adriana Pacheco†, Henry C. Aldrich, Andria Costello, Ilker Uz†, Andrew V. Ogram, David J. Hodson. 2006. Methylocystis aldrichii sp. nov., A Novel Methanotroph Isolated from a Groundwater Aquifer. International Journal of Systematic and Evolutionary Microbiology.

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* Corresponding or presenting author
† Graduate student
# Undergraduate student

• Refereed Conference Proceedings:

1. Lindner, A.S. and Rajvanshi, A. 2007. Fostering Engineering Innovation and Education across Boundaries: A Proposed Model for Collaboration between a U.S. University and a Developing World NGO. NCIIA Conference Proceeding, Tampa, Florida, March 2007.
2. Lindner, A.S., Stanfill, K., Hodges, M., and Rajvanshi, A. 2006. Expanding the Boundaries of Design of Products and Processes for Solutions to Problems of the Developing World. ICEE Conference Proceeding, 2006 ICEE Conference, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, July 2006.
3. Rockwood D, Becker B, Lindner A, Pacheco A, Lin C, Brown N, Spriggs T, Tsangaris S, Isebrands J, Hall R, Lange R, Licht L, Nwokike B. 2005. Genetic Testing Prerequisites for Effective Tree-Based Phytoremediation Systems. Proceedings of the In Situ and On-Site
Bioremediation - The Eighth International Symposium, Baltimore, MD, June 6-9, 2005, Battelle Press, Columbus, OH, USA.
4. Coowanitwong†, N., Wu, C.Y., and Lindner*, A. 2003. Life Cycle Analysis of Catalysts for NOx
Reduction: A Comparison of Noble Metal and Transition Metal Oxide Catalysts. 2003 Air and Waste Management Association National Conference Proceedings.
5. Ramakrishnan†, V., Ogram, A., and Lindner*, A. 2002. Community Changes and Recovery of
Indigenous Microorganisms Following Co-solvent Flushing.” Proceedings of the Superfund Basic Research Program Conference of Bioremediation and Biodegradation, June 9-12, 2002, Asilomar, CA, J. Kukor and L. Young, editors, Rutgers University, Princeton, N.J.

• Undergraduate Research:

1. Stokke#, J., B. Wise, and Lindner, A. 2003. Solubility of Organic Contaminants in Solvents: A
Combined Experimental-Computational Approach. Final Project Report Submitted to the University Scholars Program.
2. Strate#, Jessica and Lindner, A. 1999. Methanotrophic Cultures from Landfill
Environments: Promise for Bioremediation of Hazardous Chemicals. Journal of Undergraduate
Research. December Issue, www.ufl.edu/scholars.

• Technical Reports:

1. O’Brien†, E., Guy, B., Williams, T., and Lindner*, A. 2004. Pollution Prevention through the
Optimization of Building Deconstruction for DoD Facilities: Ft. McClellan Deconstruction Project. DoD Reginal P2 Program, Region 4. 155 pp.
2. Lauderdale†, C.V., Mazyck, D., and Lindner*, A. 2003. Biological Transformation of 2-Methylisoborneol (MIB): Investigation of Remediation for Improved Water Quality. Final Report to the Florida Water Resources Research Center, Gainesville, FL, 8 pp.
3. Howard†, Trisha Lurtz and Lindner*¶, A. 2003. A Study of Onsite Sewage Treatment and
Disposal Systems in Charlotte County, Florida. A Final Report Submitted to the Charlotte County Department of Health, 74 pp.
4. Whitfield†, C.J. and Lindner*¶, A. 2003. Investigation of Production, Disposal, and Beneficial Use of Coal Combustion Products in Florida. Submitted to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Tallahassee, FL, 176 pp.
5. Ogden†, A., Fleetwood, D., Townsend, T., and Lindner*, A. 2001. “Feasibility Study: Chemical Inventory and Exchange Program at the University of Florida, Phase II.” Final
Report to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Tallahassee, FL, 110 pp.
6. Ogden†, Amanda, Dennis Fleetwood, Tim Townsend, and Lindner*¶, A. 2001. “Feasibility Study: Chemical Inventory and Exchange Program at the University of Florida, Phase I.” Submitted to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Tallahassee, FL, 14 pp.
7. Ogram*, A., Rasche, M., and Lindner, A. 2001. “Microbial Characterization of Landfill Cover
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* Corresponding or presenting author
† Graduate student
# Undergraduate student
Soils of Different Ages and Potential for Degradation of Chlorinated Aliphatic Compounds,” Final Report to the W-82 Western Regional Committee, Berkeley, CA, 25 pp.
8. Lindner*, A. 2000. “Portfolio Development in the Engineering Classroom.” Final Report to NSF.
Published on the web [ www.succeed.ufl.edu/library/portfolio_assessment], 43 pp.

• Course Notes:

1. Lindner, A. 1998-2006. “Green Engineering Design and Sustainability.” Original course notes published for ENV 4612/6932, Green Engineering Design and Sustainability, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, 261 pp.
2. Lindner, A. 1998-2006. “Chemistry of Carbon Compounds.” Original course notes published for EES 4200, Chemistry of Carbon Compounds, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, 206 pp.
3. Lindner, A. 2000. “Bioremediation.” Original course notes published for ENV 6932, Bioremediation, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, 150 pp.
4. Lindner, A. 1998-2000. “Groundwater Restoration.” Original course notes published for ENV 6510, Groundwater Restoration, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, 250 pp.

• Thesis/Dissertation:

1. Lindner, A.S. 1998. Methanotrophic Oxidation of Substituted Aromatic Compounds:
A Mechanistic Approach to Biodegradation and Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationships. Ph.D. Dissertation. The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
2. Stephenson, A.S. 1987. Utilization of By-Product Phosphogypsum in Construction. Texas A&M University, Department of Chemical Engineering, College Station, TX.

RESEARCH FUNDING

Funding Summary (1998-current):
ROLE TOTAL AWARD* TOTAL TO DATE Direct Cost to Date Indirect Cost to Date

Principal Investigator

Co-Principal Investigator
Totals
$643,436

$2,020,725

$2,664,161

$530,189

$706,163

$1,239,352
$427,055

$495,159

$922,214

$101,614

$211,004

$312,618

*Includes total amount awarded that has either not yet been provided UF or that was funded to other colleges within UF.

• External Funding Sources (Most Recent First):

1. “Integrating Nanotechnology and its Environmental and Health Implications to Undergraduate Engineering Education,” Co-PIs, Jean Claude Bonzongo, Kirk Ziegler, Dmitry Kopelevich, 2007-2009, National Science Foundation, CCLI, Award amount currently being determined (~$150,000).
2. “Sustainable Design and Implementation of a Solid Waste Management System in Kratovo, Macedonia: A Learning Partnership between University of Florida and Macedonia through Engineers Without Borders,” 2006-2007, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, P3 Program, $10,000.
3. “Development of a Florida Green Engineering Education Program,” 2006, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, $8583.
4. UF/College of Engineering and Environmental Engineering Sciences, Equipment Funding, 2004, $9600.
5. “Health Effects of Chlorinated Compounds: A Study of the Role of Microbial Activity in Phytoremediation of TCE,” 2004-2005, NIH/NIEHS, $38,292.
6. “Evaluation of Quicklime Application as a Method of Treating Contaminated Soils,” 2004-2007, Co-PIs Dr. Tim Townsend, Ms. Jenna Jambeck, EES, Department of Transportation, $295,449.
7. “Health Effects of Chlorinated Compounds: A Study of the Role of Microbial Activity in Phytoremediation of TCE,” 2003-2004, NIH/NIEHS, $37,570.
8. “Investigation of Production and Reuse Practices of Coal Combustion Wastes in Florida,” 2003-2004, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Phase II, $21,918.
9. “Investigation of Production and Reuse Practices of Coal Combustion Wastes in Florida,” 2002-
2003, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Phase I, $20,742.
10. “Health Effects of Chlorinated Compounds: A Study of the Role of Microbial Activity in
Phytoremediation of TCE,” 2002-2003, NIH/NIEHS (with an additional Ph.D. fellowship for Ms. Adriana Pacheco), $36,125.
11. “An Innovative Titania-Activated Carbon System for Removal of VOCs and HAPs from Pulp, Paper, Paperboard Mills and Wood Product Facilities with In Situ Regeneration,” 2003-2006, Department of Energy, with Dr. David Mazyck (PI, EES), Dr. C.Y. Wu (co-PI, EES), MicroEnergy Systems, Inc. (co-PI), $1,638,749.
12. “Pollution Prevention through the Optimization of Building Deconstruction for DOD Facilities,” 2002-2003, Department of Defense, co-PIs, Mr. Brad Guy (BCN) and Mr. Michael Ohlsen (FDEP), $186,603.
13. “Health Effects of Chlorinated Compounds: A Study of the Role of Microbial Activity in Phytoremediation of TCE,” 2001-2002, NIH/NIEHS (with an additional Ph.D. fellowship for Ms. Adriana Pacheco), $26,962.
14. “Biological Transformation of 2-Methylisoborneol (MIB) for Improved Water Quality,” 2002,
USGS/Water Resources Research Center, with Dr. David Mazyck (co-PI, EES) and Dr. Paul Chadik (co-PI, EES), $24,371.
12. UF/College of Engineering, “Quantitative Structure-Activity Analysis of Adsorption of Organic Contaminants by Activated Carbons and Carbon Nanotubes,” with Dr. D. Mazyck and Dr. S. Sinnott (co-PIs), 2002, $4201.
13. NASA, University of Florida, Environmental Systems Commercial Space Technology Center, Co-
Leadership of the Solid Waste Recovery Group, 2001-2002, $6222.
14. NASA, University of Florida, Environmental Systems Commercial Space Technology Center, Co Leadership of the Solid Waste Recovery Group, 2001-2002, $11,566.
15. “Establishment of a Chemical Exchange Program—Phase II,” 2001, with Dennis Fleetwood and
Dr. Tim Townsend (co-PIs), Florida Department of Environmental Protection, $13,959.
16. “Establishment of a Chemical Exchange Program—Phase II,” 2001, with Dennis Fleetwood and
Dr. Tim Townsend (co-PIs), Florida Department of Environmental Protection, $10,820.
17. “Using Computer-Aided Chemistry in the Environmental Engineering Classroom,” 2001-2002, NSF SUCCEED, $13,600.
18. “Using Computer-Aided Chemistry in the Environmental Engineering Classroom,” 2001, NSF
SUCCEED, $9,088.
19. “Establishment of a Chemical Exchange Program—Feasibility Study (Phase 1),” 2000-2001,
with Dennis Fleetwood and Dr. Tim Townsend (co-PIs), Florida Department of Environmental Protection, $15,000.
20. “Student Portfolio Development in an Engineering Classroom,” 2000-2001, NSF SUCCEED, $4380.
21. “Building a Sustainable High School-University Relationship Using Computer-Aided Chemistry for Engineering Applications,” 2000, Oxford Molecular Corporation, Higher Education Program Grant, $2440.
22. “Microbial Characterization of Florida Landfills: A Fundamental Approach to Best Management Practices,” with Dr. Madeline Rasche and Dr. Andrew Ogram (co-PIs), 2000, Florida First Initiative Project, $20,000.
23. “Design of On-Site Waste Disposal Systems for the Environment,” 2001-2003, Florida Department of Health, $136,940.
24. “Assessment of Post-Treatment Natural Attenuation Using Laboratory and In Situ Microcosms,” with Dr. Andrew Ogram (co-PI), 1999-2001, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, $49,436.
RESEARCH SUPERVISED

• Primary Adviser/Mentor:

Ph.D.:
1. Pacheco, Adriana. “Phytoremediation of TCE,” September 2001-August 2006. Graduated August 2006.
2. Whitfield, Callie. “Life Cycle Analysis of Pulp and Paper Mill Processes,” September 2003-present, expected graduation December 2006.
3. Yoon, Joonki. “Microbial Community Analysis of Rhizosphere Methane- and Ammonia-Oxidizing Microorganisms,” September 2005-present.
4. Gomez, Jorge. “Effect of Terpenes on Phytoremediation Potential of Rhizosphere Microorganisms, “September 2005-present.
5. Pumprueg, Smithi. “Impacts of FGD Desulfurization Gypsum as Fertilizer for Peanut Farms in Southeastern Florida,” September 2003-2005.
6. Uz, Ilker. “Microbial Characterization of Landfill Cover Soils of Different Ages.” Co-Advised with Dr. Andrew Ogram, Soil and Water Sciences, Florida First, September 2000-December 2002.

Master of Science/Master of Engineering:
1. O’Brien, Elizabeth. “Life Cycle Study of Deconstruction of Military Barracks,” Master’s Thesis, September 2003-current. Expected graduation, December 2005.
2. Terese Gregg. “QSAR Analysis of Methanotrophic Oxidation of Terpenes,” May 2003-January 2004.
3. Strate, Jessica. “Characterization of Methanotrophic Bacteria in Landfill Samples,” Master’s Thesis, September 2001-December 2004, graduated December 2004..
4. Lauderdale, Chance. “Biological Transformation of 2-Methylisoborneol,” Master’s Thesis, September 2001-May 2004, graduated May 2004.
5. Lurtz, Trish. “On-Site Sewage Treatment Disposal Systems in Charlotte County,” Master’s Thesis, May 2002-December 2003, graduated December 2003.
6. Whitfield, Callie. “Characterization of Coal Combustion Wastes for Waste Minimization and Pollution Prevention,” Master’s Thesis, September 2001-August 2003, graduated August 2003.
7. Sirengo, Roy. “Quantification and Removal of Taste and Odor Causing Compounds in Drinking Water.” Master’s Project, graduated August 2002.
8. Ramakrishnan, Vijayalakshmi. “Effects of Ethanol Flushing Treatment on the Biodiversity of Groundwater Microorganisms.” Co-advised with Dr. Andrew Ogram, Department of Soil and Water Sciences, University of Florida. Master’s Thesis, graduated September 2002.
9. Ogden, Amanda. “Establishing a Chemical Inventory and Exchange Program at the University of Florida: A Life Cycle Assessment.” Master’s Thesis, graduated December 2001.
10. Hodson, David. “Phenotypic Characterization of a Pure Groundwater Methanotroph, Strain CSC1.” Master’s Project, graduated May 2001.
11. Cheong, Jinseong. “Characterization of Mixed and Pure Methanotrophic Cultures from Landfill
Environments.” Master’s Project, graduated May 2000.

Undergraduate Research:
1. Nathan Mayer. Honors Thesis, Summa Cum Laude. December 2006.
2. Erik Greensfelder. Honors Thesis, Summa Cum Laude. December 2006.
3. Jennifer Stokke. “Estimation of Co-Solubilities of Binary Organic Systems,” University Scholars Program, May 2002-May 2003.
4. Lauderdale, Chance. “Assessment of the Biodegradative Potential of Pure and Mixed Cultures with 2-Methylisoborneol and Geosmin.” January 2001-May 2001, University Scholars Program, May 2001-May 2002.
5. Diaz, Karen. “Isolation of Methanotrophic Populations from Lake Alice, Gainesville, FL.” May 2000-2001
6. Harris, Robert. “Characterization of Mixed Cultures from More Aged Landfill Locations.” University Scholars Program, May 2000-May 2002 (continued advising).
7. Strate, Jessica. “Characterization of Mixed Cultures from Less Aged Landfill Locations.” University Scholars Program, May 1999-September 2001 (continued advising).
8. Sanders, Christian. “Methanotrophic Bacteria: Kinetics of Oxidation.” University Scholars Program, May 1999-September 2001.

High School Research:
1. Ramirez, Susan. Ely High School, Pompano Beach FL. “Landfill Microbiology: Techniques of Characterization.” UF Student Science Training Program, Summer 2000.
2. Howell, Cassie. Seabreeze High School, Ormand Beach, FL. “Isolation of Methanotrophic and Heterotrophic Cultures from Groundwater Aquifer Samples.” UF Student Science Training Program, Summer 1999.

• Internal (EES) Committee Member:

Masters Thesis:
1998-2005 Joanne Garton (2005), Ruben Kertesz (current), Jennifer Hobbs (2005), Deepak Sivaraman (2004), Shazeeda Ameerally (2003), Julee MacKenzie (2002), Mickel Witwer (2001), Steve Musson (2000), Suzanne Kuhn (2000), Kristen Stook (2000), Gary Rubenstein (2000), Brian Messick (1999), Deborah Dennison (1999)
Masters Non-Thesis
1998-2005 Kristen Scherr (2003), Gerardo Castenada (2003), Seton Katz (2002), Shazeeda Ameerally (2002), Alex Kohnen (2001), Gary Rubenstein (2000), Marc LeBlanc (1998)
Ph.D.:
1998-2005 Hwidong Kim (current), Kim Cochran (2006), Steve Musson (current), Qiyong Xu (2006), Jae Hac Ko (current), Mickel Witwer (current), Thomas Chestnutt (current), Dong-uk Lee (2005), Marnie Ward (2004), Thabet Tolaymet (2003), Nowarat Coowanitwong (2003), Ward Doherty (2001), George Reinhart (2001)

• External Committee Member:

M.S.: Padma Paan, Civil Engineering (2005)

Ph.D.:
Tao Hui, Department of Chemistry (current)
Xiasong Chen, Civil Engineering (2005)
Ranjan Mitra, Department of Biochemistry (2006)
Ravi Shankar, Department of Chemistry (2003)

SCIENTIFIC ORAL PRESENTATIONS

• Graduate Research:
1. Lindner*, A. 2007. “Phytoremediation of Trichloroethylene at the Savannah River Site: Biodegradation Potential of Rhizosphere Bacteria,” Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences Seminar Series, University of Florida, Gainesville, January 2007.
2. Lindner*, A. 2006. “Fostering Community in Green Engineering Research, Teaching, and Service,” Center for Sustainable Engineering Workshop, Carnegie Mellon University, July 2006. Invited Lecture.
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* Corresponding or presenting author
† Graduate student
# Undergraduate student
3. Lindner*, A., Pacheco†, A.P., Rockwood, D.L., Isebrands, J.G., and Brigmon, R. 2004. “Phytoremediation of TCE at Two Superfund Sites,” Superfund Basic Research Program National Conference, NIEHS, Seattle, WA, November 3-4, 2004. Invited Lecture. 3. Hobbs*†, Jennifer,
4. Lindner, A., and D. Mazyck. 2004. “Adsorption of Organic Contaminants onto Powdered Activated Carbon: A Mechanistic Approach to Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationships.” Carbon 2004 Conference, American Carbon Society, Providence, R.I., July 17-21.
5. Chesnutt*†, Thomas, Lindner, A., and D. Mazcyk. 2004. “Life Cycle Assessment of Various Carbon Regeneration Methods.” Carbon 2004 Conference, American Carbon Society, Providence, R.I., July 17-21.
6. Lindner*, A. 2004. “Adaptation of Green Engineering Resources for Application in Industry,
Government, and Academia.” One Environment One Conference National Environmental Assistance Summit, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, National Pollution Prevention
Roundtable, Baltimore, MD, April 19-22. Invited Lecture.
7. Isebrands*, J.G., Rockwood, D.L., Hall, R.B., Lindner, A., Pacheco†, Brown, N., and Lange, R.M. 2004. “Phytoremediation of a Perchloroethylene Contaminated Site in LaSalle, Illinois with Populus Clones through Hydraulic Uptake and Enhanced Microbial Activity.” Biomass and Bioenergy Production for Economic and Environmental Benefits, Short Rotation Woody Crops
Operations Working Group Biennial Meeting and IEA Bioenergy (Task 30) Energy Meeting, Charleston, S.C., November 8-11. Invited Lecture.
8. Pacheco*†, A. and Lindner, A. 2004. “Effect of Monoterpenes on Methanotrophic Oxidation of Trichloroethylene.” Savannah River Laboratory, Aiken S.C., November.
9. Lindner*, A. 2002. “Community Changes and Recovery of Indigenous Microorganisms
Following Co-Solvent Flushing of a PCE- and TCE-Contaminated Aquifer.” Superfund Basic
Research Program, Conference on Bioremediation and Biodegradation: Current Advances in Reducing Toxicity, Exposure and Environmental Consequences,” Asilomar Conference Center, Pacific Grove, CA, June 9-12. Invited Lecture.
10. Ogram*, A., Rasche, M., and Lindner, A. 2001. “Microbial Characterization of Landfill Cover
Soils of Different Ages and Potential for Degradation of Chlorinated Aliphatic Compounds,” Progress Report and Presentation to the W-82 Western Regional Committee, Berkeley, CA, January 8.
11. Ogram*, A.O. and Lindner, A. 2000. “Implications of Bacterial Biodiversity in
Bioremediation.” Abstracts of the International Biotechnology for Energy and Clean Environment Workshop. University of Florida, Gainesville, May 1.
12. Lindner*, A. 1999. “Transformation of Aromatic Compounds by Methanotrophs:
Understanding Their Biodegradative Potential and Current Activity at UF.” Department of Chemical Engineering, Florida State University, Tallahassee, November 12.
13. Lindner*, A. 1999. “Transformation of Aromatic Compounds by Methanotrophs:
Understanding Their Biodegradative Potential and Current Activity at UF.” Department of Biochemistry, University of Florida, October 26.
14. Lindner*, A. 1999. “Transformation of Aromatic Compounds by Methanotrophs:
Understanding Their Biodegradative Potential and Current Activity at UF.” Physiological
Sciences, University of Florida, October 28.
15. Lindner*, A. 1999. “Transformation of Aromatic Compounds by Methanotrophs:
Understanding Their Biodegradative Potential and Current Activity at UF.” Department of Biochemistry, University of Florida, October 26.
16. Lindner*, A. 1999. Methanotrophic Oxidation of Aromatic Compounds. Department of
Chemistry, The College of Charleston, Charleston, S.C., April 9. Invited Lecture.
17. Lindner*, A. 1998. Methanotrophic Oxidation of Substituted Aromatic Compounds. Invited
Speaker, 1998 Florida Environmental Chemistry Conference, December 2-4 , Palm Coast, Florida.
Invited Lecture.
18. Lindner*†, A.; P. Adriaens; and J.D. Semrau. 1997. “ Oxidation of Biphenyl Analogues by

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† Graduate student
# Undergraduate student
Methylosinus trichosporium OB3b: Substituent Effects and Mechanistic Implications,” 213th ACS
National Meeting, San Francisco, CA.
19. Lindner*†, A. and Adriaens, P. 1995. “Microbial Ecology of PCB Transformations in the
Environment: A Niche for Methanotrophs?” 8th International C1 Symposium, San Diego, CA. Invited Lecture.

• Teaching:
1. Lindner*, A. 2007. “Green Engineering Design,” Florida Engineering Society Continuing Education Course, Orlando, FL, January 17, 2007.
2. Lindner*, A. 2004. “Development of Life Cycle Analysis Concepts for the High School Classroom,” Superfund Basic Research Program High School Teachers’ Program, Gainesville, FL, June 18.
2. Lindner*, A. 2001. “Around the State: Current Status, Difficulties and Success Stories in
Engineering Curriculum,” Florida Pollution Prevention Conference, Daytona Beach, FL, August 1-3.
3. Lindner, A. 2001. “Computer-Enhanced Teaching of Organic Chemistry in the Environmental Engineering Classroom,” American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference, Albuquerque, NM, June 24-27.

• Undergraduate Research:
1. Lauderdale*#, C. and Lindner, A. 2002. Microbial Transformation Potential of 2-Methylisoborneol: Potential Drinking Water Applications. The 3rd Annual University Scholars Symposium, Gainesville, FL, April 13.
2. Harris*#, R. and Lindner, A. 2001. Characterization of a Mixed Heterotrophic-Methanotrophic
Culture Derived from a Municipal Solid Waste Landfill. The 2nd Annual University Scholars Symposium, Gainesville, FL, March 31.
3. Strate*#, J. and Lindner, A. 2000. Methanotrophic Cultures from Landfill Environments: Promise
for Bioremediation of Hazardous Chemicals. The 1st Annual University Scholars Symposium, Gainesville, FL, April 11.

SCIENTIFIC POSTER PRESENTATIONS

• Graduate Research:

Regional/National/International Meetings:
1. Pacheco*†, A. and Lindner, A. 2004. “Comparison of Root-Zone Methanotrophic and
Heterotrophic Populations at Two Phytoremediation Sites Contaminated with Trichloroethylene,” 104th General Meeting, American Society for Microbiology, New Orleans, LA, May 23-27.
2. Pacheco*†, A. and Lindner, A. 2004. “Effect of Monoterpenes on Methanotrophic Oxidation of Trichloroethylene,” 4th Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry World Congress 2004, Portland, OR, November 14-18.
3. Babbitt*†, C.W. and Lindner, A. 2004. “Life Cycle Analysis of Coal Combustion Byproducts: Beneficial Use Options,” 4th Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry World Congress 2004, Portland, OR, November 14-18.
4. Pacheco*†, A. and Lindner, A. 2004. “Comparison of Root-Zone Methanotrophic and
Heterotrophic Populations at Two Phytoremediation Sites Contaminated with Trichloroethylene,” 104th General Meeting, American Society for Microbiology, New Orleans, LA, May 23-27.
5. Whitfield*†, C. and Lindner, A. 2003. “Life Cycle Assessment of Coal Combustion Products,”
Florida Air and Waste Management Association Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, August 1-5.
6. Pacheco*†, A. and Lindner, A. 2003. “Effect of Monoterpenes on TCE Biodegradation by
Methanotrophic Bacteria: Implications for Phytoremediation,” 103rd General Meeting, American Society for Microbiology, Washington, D.C., May 18-23.
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* Corresponding or presenting author
† Graduate student
# Undergraduate student
7. Strate*†, J., Hrsak, D., Ogram,A., Rasche, M., and Lindner, A. 2003. “Characterization and Activity Comparisons of Methanotrophic Cultures Derived from Landfill Environments,” Abstract
Accepted for the 103rd General Meeting, American Society for Microbiology, Washington, D.C., May 18-23.
8. Harris*†, R., O’Brien*†, E., Ohlsen, M., Guy, B., and Lindner, A. 2003. “Life Cycle Analysis of the Deconstruction of Military Barracks at Ft. McClellan,” 11th Rinker International Conference on Deconstruction and Materials Reuse, Gainesville, FL, May 7-10.
9. Pacheco*†, A. and Lindner, A. 2002. “Effect of Monoterpenes on TCE Biodegradation by
Methanotrophic Bacteria: Implications for Phytoremediation,” SBRP National Conference,
Tuscon, AZ., November 3-6.
10. Lindner*, A., Whitfield†, Callie, Semrau, J.D., and Adriaens, P. 2002. “Quantitative
Structure-Biodegradation Relationships for Ortho-Substituted Biphenyl Compounds Oxidized by Methylosinus trichosporium OB3b. Southeastern Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society (SERMACS), Charleston, SC, November 13-16.
11. Strate*, J., Harris, R., Uz, I., Rasche, M., Ogram,A., and Lindner, A. 2002.
“Characterization and Activity Comparisons of Methanotrophic-Heterotrophic Mixed Cultures
Derived from Landfill Environments.” 102nd General Meeting, American Society for
Microbiology, Salt Lake City, UT, May 19-23.
12. Ramakrishnan*†, Viji, Lindner, A., and Ogram, A.. 2002. “Community Changes and Recovery of Indigenous Microorganisms Following Co-Solvent Flushing.” 102nd General Meeting, American Society for Microbiology, Salt Lake City, UT, May 19-23.
13. Uz*†, I., Lindner, A., Rasche, M., and Ogram, A. 2001. “Microbial Characterization of Landfill
Cover Soils of Different Ages,” 101st General Meeting, American Society of Microbiology,
Orlando, FL, May 20-24.
14. Hodson*†, D., Ramakrishnan, V,, Uz, I., Ogram, A., and Lindner, A. 2001. “Characterization
of the Methanotrophic Strain CSC1 Isolated from Groundwater Mixed Culture MM1,” Proceedings
from the 101st General Meeting American Society of Microbiology, Orlando, FL, May 20-24.
15. Lindner*, A., Adriaens, P., and Semrau, J.D. 1999. “Oxidation of Biphenyl Analogues by
Type II Methanotrophic Pure and Mixed Cultures.” 99th General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology, Chicago, IL, May 30-June 3.
16. Lindner*, A., Adriaens, P. and Semrau, J.D. 1998. “Methanotrophic Oxidation of
Substituted Aromatic Compounds: A Mechanistic Approach to Biodegradation.” Gordon Research Conference: Microbial C1 Metabolism, Henniker, NH.

Local Meetings:
1. Harris*†, R. and Lindner, A. 2003. Characterization of Strain CSC1, a Groundwater Methanotroph. 5th Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 17.
2. Lurtz*†, T. and Lindner, A. 2003. Design of On-site Sewage Treatment Systems for Prevention
of Pollution. 5th Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 17.
3. Lauderdale* †, C., Mazyck, D., Chadik, P., and Lindner, A. 2003. Microbial Transformation
Potential of 2-Methylisoborneol: Potential Drinking Water Applications. 5th Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 17.
4. Pacheco*†, A. and Lindner, A. 2003. Effect of Monoterpenes on TCE Biodegradation by
Methanotrophic Bacteria: Implications for Phytoremediation. 5th Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 17.
5. Strate*†, J., Rasche, M., Ogram, A., and Lindner, A. 2003. Characterization and Activity
Comparisons of Methanotrophic-Heterotrophic Mixed Cultures Derived from Landfill
Environments. 5th Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of
Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 17.
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* Corresponding or presenting author
† Graduate student
# Undergraduate student

6. Whitfield*†, C. and Lindner, A. 2003. Life Cycle Assessment of Coal Combustion Products. 5th
Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 17.
7. Harris*†, R. and Lindner, A. 2002. Characterization of Strain CSC1, a Groundwater
Methanotroph. 4th Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of
Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 15.
8. Lurtz*†, T. and Lindner, A. 2002. Design of On-site Sewage Treatment Systems for Prevention of
Pollution. 4th Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 15.
9. Pacheco*†, A. and Lindner, A. 2002. Phytoremediation of Chlorinated Solvents: Determining the
Extent of Microbial Activity. 4th Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 15.
10. Strate*†, J., Rasche, M., Ogram, A., and Lindner, A. 2002. Characterization and Activity
Comparisons of Methanotrophic-Heterotrophic Mixed Cultures Derived from Landfill
Environment. 4th Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of
Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 15.
11. Whitfield*†, C. and Lindner, A. 2002. Greenhouse Gas Emissions at a Major Research
University: Using an Inventory Methodology to Quantify Campus Emissions Derived from
Energy Consumption Sources. 4th Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 15.
15. Strate*†, J. and Lindner, A. 2001. Characterization and Activity Comparisons of
Methanotrophic-Heterotrophic Mixed Cultures Derived from Landfill Environments. 3rd Annual Environmental Research Poster Symposium, Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, April 17.
13. Lauderdale*†, C., Chadik, P., Mazyck, D., and Lindner, A. 2001. Microbial Transformation
Potential of 2-Methylisoborneol: Potential Drinking Water Applications, April 2001.
14. Lindner*, A. 1999. “Mechanistic Approach to Biodegradation.” National Society for Black
Engineers, University of Florida, February 6.
15. Cheong*†, Jinseong and Lindner, A. 1999. “Characterization of Landfill Mixed
Methanotrophic Cultures.” 1st Annual Environmental Poster Symposium, Best Poster Award,
Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, December 4.

• Undergraduate Research:
1. Strate*#, Jessica and Lindner, A. 2001. “Methanotrophic Bioremediation of Landfills:
Potential for Degradation of Hazardous Chemicals,” 95th Annual A&WMA
National Conference, 2nd Place National Award, Orlando FL, June 24-28.
2. Harris*#, Robert and Lindner, A. 2001. “Characterization of a Mixed Methanotrophic-
Heterotrophic Culture Derived from a Less Aged Landfill Environment, 95th Annual A&WMA National Conference, Orlando FL, June 24-28.
3. Strate*#, Jessica and Lindner, A. 2000. “Landfill Methanotrophic Cultures: A
Promise for Bioremediation.” 93rd Annual A&WMA National Conference, Third Place National Award, Salt Lake City, UT, June 19-21.
4. Strate*#, Jessica, Sanders, Christian, and Lindner, A. 1999. “Comparison of
Characterization and Activity Measurements of Mixed Methanotrophic Cultures.” 1st Annual Environmental Poster Symposium, Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, December 4.
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† Graduate student
# Undergraduate student

SCHOLARLY WORK REVIEWED

• Journals:
Applied Environmental Microbiology
Aquatic Toxicology
Environmental Engineering Science
Environmental Science and Technology
Journal of Soil and Sediment Contamination
Journal of Water Research
Microbiology
Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology
Chemosphere

• Symposium Series:
American Chemical Society, “Chemicals and Materials from Renewable Resources”
American Chemical Society, “Influence of Nonionic Surfactants on the Bioavailability of
Chlorinated Benzenes for Microbial Reductive Dechlorination”

• Research Grant Proposals:
National Science Foundation, SBIR, BES
National Aeronautic and Space Administration
OSU Environmental Institute Water Research Grants Program
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, ORD, SBIR

SERVICE TO THE PROFESSION

• National Chair Positions:

• Chair, Publications Committee, American Environmental Engineering Society of Professors, 2006-present.
• Chair, Advisory Board, Center for Sustainable Engineering, Carnegie Mellon, University of Texas-Austin, Arizona State University, 2006-present.

• Symposium and Workshop Development:

• American Chemical Society, Florida Section FAME 2007 Conference (Orlando, FL), co-organizer, Environmental Chemistry Session with Drs. Gabriel Bitton and Jean Claude Bonzongo.
• American Chemical Society National Conference, co-organizer with Dr. Clayton Clark, Assistant Professor, CE, UF. Currently developing one session at the annual ACS Conference in Philadelphia, PA (August 2004) focusing on current knowledge in the translating field and flask remediation results.
• Green Engineering Educators Workshop, co-organized with the U.S. EPA and Florida DEP, Gainesville, FL, June 1-2, 2003.
• Southeastern Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society, co-organizer, Dr. Frank Kinard, The College of Charleston, Charleston, S.C., November 2002.
• NIEHS Superfund Basic Research Program, Member, Scientific Program Committee, “Bioremediation and Biodegradation: Current Advances in Reducing Toxicity, Exposure and Environmental Consequences,” Program Coordinators, Dr. Jerry Kukor and Dr. Lily Young, Pacific Grove, CA, June 9-12, 2002.
• Environmental Chemistry, at the SERMACS Conference in Charleston, S.C. on November 13-16, 2002.
• Engineering Ethics, at the International Conference on Ethics across the Curriculum: Cases and Codes held at UF on January 31-February 2, 2002.

• Oral Presentations:

• Lindner, A.S. 2004. Presentation to 1500 DUKE-TIP 7th Graders, Gainesville, FL, May 21.
• Lindner, A.S. 2003. Presentation to 1500 DUKE-TIP 7th Graders, Gainesville, FL, May 23.
• Lindner, Angela S. 1999. Women Breaking Glass Ceilings: Engineering Professions for
Women, Invited Presentation, Women’s Leadership Conference, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, January 30.
• Lindner, Angela S. 1998. Environmental Engineers: Caretakers of the Environment, Invited
Presentation, Florida SSTP Program (Gifted High School Student Program), July 26.

SERVICE TO THE UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY

• Departmental:
2004-present Member, Environmental Engineering Sciences Faculty Search
Committee
2003-2005 Faculty Advisor, Society of Environmental Engineers Student Chapter
2002 Invited speaker and EES representative at the SE Regional Society of
Women Engineers Conference, Gainesville, FL
2001-2002 Member, Co-op Program Committee
2000-present EES Master Undergraduate Advisor
1999-2004 Reviewer, Abstracts (each fall) semester for the Center of Precollegiate Education and Teaching’s Junior Science Program Competition
1999 Host, EES Graduate Student Appreciation Breakfast
1998-present Member, Curriculum Committee/ABET Review
1998-present Member, Long-Range Strategic Planning Committee
1998-2003 Faculty Advisor, Air and Waste Management Association Student Chapter
1998-2001 Invited Various Guest Speakers for Departmental Presentations: Dr. Allan Ford, ACS; Dr. Jim Stevenson, FDEP; Mr. Chris Brew, GRU; Dr. Taft Broome, Howard University; Dr. Jeremy Semrau, University of Michigan
1998-2000 Member, EES Analytical Support Laboratory (ASL) Committee
1998-2000 Member, Scholarship and Awards Committee
1998 Member, Environmental Engineering Sciences Chair Search Committee
.
• College/University:
2005-present Faculty Advisor, Engineers Without Borders-UF
2004-present Member, Editorial Board, Journal of Undergraduate Research
2004-present Member, UF School of Natural Resources Curriculum Committee
2003 Invited Panel Member, COE Dean’s External Advisory Committee
Meeting, Topic of Panel, “Fostering Collaboration Between Academia
and Industry in Bioengineering,” November 13, 2003, Gainesville, FL
2003 Invited Presenter, COE New Faculty Workshop, “Managing Research,”
August 21, 2003
2003 Invited Panel Member, COE EFTP for Incoming Freshmen, August 20,
2003
2003 Member, IFAS/NASA SABRE Faculty Search Committee
2002 Member, College of Architecture, BCN Faculty Search Committee
1999-present Member, Greening UF Steering Committee
1999-present Member, General Electric Minority Fellowship and Forgivable Loan Committees (Chair, 2003-present)
1999-2003 Mentor, University of Florida University Scholars Program
1999-2003 Mentor, University Minority Mentoring Program
1999-2002 Member, Florida Biotechnology Advisory Committee
1999-2001 Member, Florida Center for Environmental Studies Advisory Board
1999-2000 Member, UF College of Engineering Dean Search Committee
1998-present UF Library Committee
1998 Faculty host, Dr. Martha Krebs (DOE) visit to UF

HONORS AND AWARDS

1999 NSF Engineering Education Scholars Workshop, Carnegie Mellon University
1998 American Chemical Society, Environmental Chemistry Division, Graduate Student Award
1997-1998 American Association of University Women Selected Professions Fellowship
1997 Outstanding Graduate Student Award, Environmental and Water Resources Engineering (EWRE), University of Michigan
1997 University of Michigan Center for Education of Women, Margaret Towsley Scholarship
1993 University of Michigan, Advice High Honors List for Teaching
1983-present Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

Areas of interest:

environmental engineering

environmental chemistry

environmental chemical engineering

environmental microbiology

LCA

sustainable development and production

Articles:

13 LCA (7) 555-563 (2008), A Life Cycle Comparison of Disposal and Beneficial Use of Coal Combustion Products in Florida. Part 2: Impact Comparisons of Disposal and Beneficial Use Options
13 LCA (3) 202-211 (2008), A Life Cycle Comparison of Disposal and Beneficial Use of Coal Combustion Products in Florida. Part 1: Methodology and Inventory of Materials, Energy, and Emissions (10 pp)

Development: Enterprise Technologies