Andre Boehman

Andre Boehman is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering. He serves as Director of the W.E. Lay Automotive Laboratory and holds the Vennema Professor of Engineering endowment. His research spans automotive engineering, energy sciences, and thermal systems, focusing on fuel formulation, combustion processes, emissions control, and energy conversion thermodynamics.

• Key research areas: diesel/spark ignition combustion, autoignition, particulate/NOx emissions, and alternative fuels.
• Led initiatives for hydrogen fuel adoption in ICE vehicles (2025) and Volvo collaboration on high-efficiency engines (2021).
• Recognized with multiple awards: Fulbright Scholar (2023), ASME Fellow (2019), and College of Engineering Awards (2021, 2023).
• Advocates for flexible advising: weekly group meetings, bi-weekly individual check-ins, and student-driven research independence.
• Supports internships and teaching opportunities through GSI roles, with graduation timelines varying from 4+ years based on research progress.