Degree Programs
- Master of Science in Chemical Engineering (M.S.Ch.E)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (Ph.D.)
Research Areas
The Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering offers a course of study designed for students who plan careers in a wide variety of industries, ranging from the chemical and process industries to biotechnology, electronics, and the environment. Our faculty are currently pursuing relevant, cutting edge research in the following areas:
- Developing new regenerative medical materials and therapies using bio- and nanotechnologies to speed the repair and regrowth of bone, blood vessels and soft tissues in vivo
- Developing cutting edge genomic techniques like ultra-fast polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to search for emerging disease threats such as antibiotic-resistant tuberculosis
- Using proteomic instruments like a specialized mass spectrometer designed to search for new genetically engineered protein medicines
- Developing a new pliable bandage that can stop fatal bleeding from trauma in civilian and military applications
- Partnering with international healthcare systems to develop abundant supplies of hemophilia medicines from the milk of genetically engineered livestock to treat 80% of the world's hemophilia patients
- Discovering a device to give robots a human sense of touch using nanotechnology
- Developing a process for sustainable biofuels production
