Christine Sun

Dr. Christine Sun is a globally recognized technical and market expert in the filtration industry, with over 30 years of experience spanning academia and industry. As President of the World Filtration Institute (WFI), she brings extensive expertise, a strong global network, and deep knowledge of advanced filtration technologies to support the industry in next-generation product innovation, as well as team and business development. Her contributions to the field include over 100 technical publications and patents.
Dr. Sun has played an active role in developing air and liquid filtration test standards, including ASHRAE and ISO. From 2004 to 2011, she served as an R&D Manager at Freudenberg Filtration Technologies, followed by her role as Technology Director at Donaldson Company from 2011 to 2013. She also chaired the American Filtration and Separation Society (AFS) from 2016 to 2017 and has been recognized with multiple prestigious awards, including the AFS Fellow Award (2019), the Senior Scientist Award (2012), and INDA’s Best Paper Awards (2008).
In addition to her leadership roles, Dr. Sun serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Industrial Textiles. She earned her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Tsinghua University, Beijing, China, and holds an Executive Certificate from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, USA.
 

Program
From the air we breathe to the water we drink, filtration plays a crucial role in nearly every aspect of daily life and industrial processes. It is essential in industries such as HVAC, power generation, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, environmental protection, data centers, high-tech devices, health and transportation. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the global filtration market, highlighting the increasing demand, challenges, opportunities, and emerging trends shaping the industry.
Designed for professionals, industry analysts, product developers, R&D, and business strategists, this course offers actionable insights into the evolving filtration landscape. Participants will gain a deep understanding of market dynamics, key technologies, and future growth strategies to help them navigate and capitalize on industry advancements.

Course Outline:

• 1.   Introduction to the Global Filtration Market
  • Overview of the global filtration market
  • Air and liquid filtration applications
  • Filtration concepts and value proposition
  • Key drivers for continuous growth, emerging trends, and opportunities
• 2.   Filter Media Technologies and Opportunities
  • Advancements in filter media materials
  • Performance optimization and efficiency trends
  • Market opportunities across different industries
• 3.  Advanced Filtration Technologies
  • Innovations in filtration system design
  • Integration of AI, nanotechnology, and smart filtration
  • Sustainability and regulatory compliance considerations
• 4.  Future Outlook and Strategic Planning
  • Predicted market trends and forecasts
  • Strategies for market entry, expansion, and competitive positioning
  • The role of innovation and sustainability in shaping the future
  • This course will equip participants with valuable industry knowledge, strategic perspectives, and forward-looking insights, enabling them to make informed decisions in the rapidly evolving filtration market.