PhD in Chemical Engineering in Durham United States | University of New Hampshire

Our Ph.D. program in chemical engineering provides rigorous research training combined with a thorough grounding in core chemical engineering concepts, equipping you for competitive positions in academia, research, and allied professions. You'll develop the ability to utilize mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles to analyze, define, and address complex chemical engineering challenges.

Students engage with demanding coursework and practical experiences while working with distinguished faculty in our cutting-edge research facilities. Key research focuses encompass biochemical engineering, biomaterials, biomedical applications, biophysical studies, chemical sensing technologies, electrocatalytic processes, electrochemical systems, fluid mechanics, microfluidic devices, computational modeling, and synthetic biological systems. The department maintains active research initiatives in sustainable energy solutions across multiple laboratories and has long provided specialized instruction in energy systems, environmental applications, traditional fuel technologies, electrochemical techniques, nuclear processes, and emissions management. Founded in 2007, the Center for Clean and Renewable Energy Research strengthens institutional coordination and promotes awareness of chemical engineering's vital contributions to sustainable energy development.