Erica Kemmerling

Erica Kemmerling is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Tufts University School of Engineering, where she teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and experimental methods. Her research focuses on hemodynamics, aneurysm mechanics, cardiac development, and flow in tumors, with a secondary interest in active learning pedagogy and inclusive teaching practices.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University (2013)
  • M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University (2010)
  • B.S. in Physics, Stanford University (2008)

Her research bridges fluid dynamics and biomedical applications, including magnetic drug targeting, cardiac assist devices, and rapid radiation therapy imaging systems. Recent publications analyze oxygen transport in aneurysms, flow-induced stress in vascular systems, and educational toolkits for fluids and heat transfer.

Scientific Awards:

• ASEE NE Teaching Award (2020)
• ASME Professor of the Year (2018)

Advising and Grants: She has secured grants for personalized learning tools in thermo-fluids, ALS biomarker development, and 3D tumor flow models. Professional roles include committee memberships in DEIJ and faculty work-life initiatives at Tufts University.