Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
Traditional strengths of chemical/biochemical engineers are their ability to think across time scales and integrate descriptions of molecular level phenomena into an understanding of macroscopic systems. Hence, the world of chemical and biochemical engineering fully embraces current areas that are at the forefront of research, such as nanotechnology, biotechnology and environmental science. Chemical/biochemical engineers translate scientific aspects of technology into new, cost-effective products and processes, and improve existing ones. For example, chemical and biochemical engineers play very significant roles in developing the intellectual and technological bases for pharmaceuticals, scaffolds for artificial kidneys, chemical sensors, drug delivery, energy technologies, such as fuel and solar cells, novel techniques for purifying water, biomedical devices, membrane reactors, personal care and agricultural
products, biocompatible polymers, etc.
Concentration Advisor:
Prof. Eric Suuberg, B&H 253, x3-1420, Eric_Suuberg@brown.edu
Undergraduate Study Information
The concentration is composed of the following courses:
- Interdisciplinary core program for the Sc.B.
- Upper level engineering courses
- One approved, upper level elective course in the natural sciences
- Four approved humanities courses
For more information, please see the program guide
Program Options
- Biochemical Engineering/Biotechnology
- Computer Applications in Chemical Processing
- Electronics Applications in Chemical Processing
- Energy Production and Conversion
- Environmental Issues and Pollution Prevention
- Materials Processing and Synthesis