Kenneth R. Cox

Kenneth R. Cox is a Professor in the Practice of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Rice University's George R. Brown School of Engineering. He holds a PhD from the University of Illinois (1979), an MS from the same institution (1977), and a BSChE from The Ohio State University (1974). Prior to academia, he spent 17 years as a research engineer at Shell Development Company, followed by four years as an associate professor at The Ohio State University. His research focuses on colloidal dynamics, phase equilibria, molecular simulations, and process design, with applications in energy systems and environmental engineering.

Dr. Cox specializes in theoretical models such as the Statistical Associating Fluid Theory (SAFT) and classical density functional theory to study complex fluid behavior, including colloidal stability, interfacial phenomena, and carbon capture processes. His work bridges fundamental science and industrial applications, particularly in oil/gas industries and sustainable technologies.

Professionally, he has served on editorial boards (e.g., Fluid Phase Equilibria) and committees (AIChE, CoMSEF), and is a registered professional engineer in Texas. His teaching experience includes courses on transport phenomena, technical communication, and research planning.

Recent publications highlight advancements in predicting thermodynamic properties of aqueous electrolytes, modeling CO₂ capture systems, and analyzing phase behavior in multi-component mixtures. His career reflects a strong commitment to both academic research and industrial collaboration.