December 18th, 2024
Prof. James “Jamie” Harris recently received the CAREER award, titled “CAREER: Design of Bifunctional Zeolite Catalysts for Ethanol Upgrading to Sustainable Aviation Fuel,” from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support his innovative research and teaching. Jamie joined the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering in 2019. Since then, he has led several key projects […]
November 10th, 2024
Milton Nettles began his academic journey at The University of Alabama, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering. Although he was rigorously trained in engineering, Milton felt a strong calling to the educational field early in his career. After graduating, he moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where he became a high school math […]
October 3rd, 2024
Scott Rodrigue’s academic journey began at The University of Alabama (UA), where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering. Growing up in Huntsville, Alabama, with a father working for NASA during the space race, Scott was inspired by the community’s involvement in the space program, which fueled his passion for science and […]
June 21st, 2024
Candice Hovell studied chemical and biological engineering at the University of Alabama from 2008 to 2012. After earning her bachelor’s degree from the Capstone, she pursued a PhD in biomedical engineering at Georgia Tech. In 2017, Candice completed her PhD and joined Space Pharma, a start-up company focused on providing researchers access to microgravity conditions. […]
April 5th, 2024
Creighton Baltier has been a dedicated graduate research assistant in Dr. Bara’s lab for the past three years. His time at The University of Alabama began in 2016 when he was pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering. Following the four years studying as an undergraduate student, he felt well prepared for the […]
April 1st, 2024
Prof. Tibor Szilvási recently received the CAREER award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support his innovative research and teaching ideas. Tibor joined the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering in 2020. Since then, he has led several key projects focused on using computational simulations to predict and understand the performance of materials. His […]
August 1st, 2023
Shane Wright attended the University of Alabama from 1989 to 1993. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Shane began his career in industry as a process engineer at Monsanto. Unfortunately, over the next decade the plant declined and eventually shut down. At that point, Shane joined Hexcel, which offered him an […]
August 1st, 2023
In 1969 Dr. Gary April joined the University of Alabama’s department of chemical and biological engineering as an Assistant Professor. Prior to this career move, Dr. April worked in industry as a research engineer. Dr. April continued to work in the department for forty years. During that time, he ascended into numerous leadership roles within […]
August 1st, 2023
Department Fellow is the greatest honor given by UA ChBE. It recognizes individuals who have shown admirable dedication and passion for the work being done both by faculty and students, and are dedicated to serving the department through advising and ambassadorship. These contributions truly help push the department to new heights and facilitate new opportunities […]
February 14th, 2023
The University of Alabama Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (ChBE) is proud to have a strong network of alumni. Throughout the years, the department has seen significant growth thanks to the involvement of former students committed to upholding our tradition of excellence at the Capstone. Their ambassadorship for the department, support and advice for […]