Biomedical Engineering:
Researchers apply chemical engineering principles and practices to biological and medical systems, such as biomaterials and biosensors as well as drug delivery and development.
Research Strengths
Catalyst Design and Evaluation:
Researchers develop systems that increase the rate of a chemical reaction using homogeneous catalysis, where the reaction occurs within the reaction medium, or heterogeneous catalysis, where the reaction occurs on a solid surface.
Computational Modeling and Molecular Engineering:
Researchers develop mathematical models that simplify a practical problem so that it can be simulated on a computer, working with systems that range from the molecular scale to simulation of chemical plants.
Electrochemical Engineering:
Researchers working in electrochemical engineering study the conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy to create better batteries and fuel cells.
Materials and Separations:
Researchers in the area of nanoscience study of matter at the nano scale (1 – 100 nm), where traditional engineering and scientific methods may not be applicable. Researchers in the area of separations study chemical mixtures and the necessary processes required to isolate specific components of these mixtures.