Professor Nathalie Tufenkji wins the 2026 Prix Marie‑Victorin for research on plastic pollution and water treatment
Nathalie Tufenkji (McGill), Canada Research Chair in Biocolloids and Surfaces, is the 2026 Prix Marie‑Victorin laureate for work on micro‑/nanoplastics, particle transport in water, and water‑treatment approaches. Her publications exceed 30,000 citations and she has mentored over 200 researchers.
On 4 November 2026, McGill announced Professor Nathalie Tufenkji as the 2026 recipient of Quebec’s Prix Marie‑Victorin, one of the province’s 18 awards recognizing excellence in natural sciences and engineering. Her research examines how tiny particles move through water and the environment, their risks, and removal techniques, including recycled‑cellulose capture materials. Widely cited (over 30,000 citations) and cited in policy documents, her work combines fundamental science, applied treatment solutions and substantial graduate and postdoctoral mentorship.
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