Chemical & Biological EngineeringPhD

As a student in this doctoral program, you will dive into both chemical and biology/biological engineering curriculum. This variety sets our program apart by providing experience as both a chemical and biological engineer.

Women in Engineering: Lori Groven

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Featured Research

Applications of Omics Technology in Deciphering Microbial Mechanisms in Environmental Waste Management
Mixed Oxides and Hydrothermal Liquefaction Derived Biochar as Electrode Materials for Energy Storage Applications
Functionally Graded Synthetic Foam Composite Structures Designed for Impact Energy Absorption and Thermal Insulation

Featured Courses

Reactor Design
Fundamentals of Biochemical Engineering
Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
Chemical Engineering Transport Phenomena

Potential Careers

Pharmaceuticals
Energy
Environmental protection
Food processing
Manufacturing

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Eligibility Criteria

3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale
Bachelor's Degree in

Chemical Engineering
Chemistry
Biotechnology

Credits

Course requirements: 30 credits
Research requirements: 32 credits
Total credits: 72

Application

Applications are considered after the deadlines, but timely admittance and/or funding may be affected. Applications may be deferred to a later semester without reapplying.

For Fall Enrollment: February 1
For Spring Enrollment: August 1

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