Mark Laser

Mark Laser is an Associate Professor of Engineering at the Thayer School of Engineering, Dartmouth College. His research focuses on biomass conversion, sustainable energy systems, and integrated food-energy systems. He holds a BS in Chemical Engineering from Cornell University (1990), an MA in Liberal Studies from Dartmouth (1994), and a PhD in Engineering Sciences from Dartmouth (2001).

Research Highlights: Dr. Laser's work emphasizes sustainable bioenergy solutions, including techno-economic analysis of biofuel production and life cycle assessment of integrated systems. He collaborates on projects like the Lynd Research Lab and serves on editorial boards for journals such as Biofuels, Bioproducts & Biorefining and Biotechnology for Biofuels.

Awards: Winner of the Excellence in Teaching Award (2015) and recipient of the Link Energy Fellowship (1997–1999). His research has addressed global challenges like energy access in Africa and the environmental impacts of integrated food-energy systems. Courses taught include ENGS 25 (Thermodynamics), ENGS 157 (Chemical Process Design), and ENGS 172.2 (Techno-economic Analysis in Developing Countries).