Melina Caraballo Published in UCR Undergraduate Research Journal

Congratulations to undergraduate researcher Melina Caraballo on having her work published in the 2026 UCR Undergraduate Research Journal!

As part of the Rupiper Lab's ongoing ammonia biochar research, Melina's paper explores how preparation parameters like particle size, acid concentration, and rinsing methods impact biochar's surface chemistry and capacity for ammonia adsorption.

• Paper Title: "Evaluating Acid Activation Parameters of Biochar for Ammonia Adsorption"

• Authors: Melina Caraballo & Dr. Amanda Rupiper

• Full Article: Read the published paper in the UCR Undergraduate Research JournalUCR Undergraduate Research Journal