Michelle Gervasio

Michelle Gervasio is an Assistant Professor of Engineering at Sweet Briar College, specializing in Materials Science and Engineering. She holds a B.S. and Ph.D. from Virginia Tech, with a dissertation focused on nano-scale patterning and Monte Carlo simulations of polymer-nanoparticle suspensions. Her research interests span nanomaterials, computational modeling of suspensions, and traditional metallurgical techniques. She has conducted research at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) under a National Physical Science Consortium fellowship.

Dr. Gervasio teaches courses including Design Thinking, Materials Science and Engineering, and Capstone Design. Her publications explore topics such as microplastic distribution in water bodies, nanostructured materials fabrication, and fire-resistant polymer coatings. She has contributed to advancements in imprint lithography, hybrid material synthesis, and environmental monitoring technologies.

• Awards: National Physical Science Consortium fellowship (GFSD)

Her academic contributions bridge computational modeling, experimental materials science, and sustainable engineering solutions. Advising and grant activities are not explicitly detailed in the provided text.