My research focuses on mass transport through membranes and the interaction with a planar surface. The findings are vital to understand the permeation theories and fouling mechanisms. I also study the enhanced extraction of functional food such as microwave-assisted and subcritical extraction. Our team has developed carbon capture strategies, water recovery innovations, and food purification methods using the knowledge generated from our past studies. We have introduced carbonate as the carbon carrier which enables us to store and utilise carbon dioxide. The carbonates are useful to kick-start the carbon circular economy involving fertiliser, paint and coating. My team has also incorporated IoT systems in our water reuse projects. Data collection and system monitoring allow us to understand public acceptance and social behaviour in water reuse. Furthermore, sustainable food processing has been promoted by introducing enhanced extraction involving local products such as propolis and roselle seed.