Faculty Research Areas

Research Areas Main

Biomolecular Computation & Analysis Nanoscale

The Department of Chemical Engineering at Penn State established its early reputation through pioneering research in petroleum processing and lubrication. While these areas are still active today, the Department has in the last twenty years pursued studies involving more fundamental chemical engineering science as well as thrusts into emerging technology. Current research at Penn State ranges from the applied to the fundamental in both classical and modern areas. Many projects embrace several disciplines.

Current research at Penn State ranges from the applied to the fundamental in both classical and modern areas. Many projects embrace several disciplines. A broad classification of our current research and an indication of the active faculty in each area are given by selecting a research area link above.