Stephen Hahn

Stephen Hahn is a Visiting Professor of Chemistry at the University of Minnesota and an IPrime Scholar. He earned his BS in Chemistry from Michigan Technological University in 1982 and an MS in Chemistry from Central Michigan University in 1990. Currently leading Dow’s Ventures and Business Development group in Silicon Valley, Hahn has held numerous research and business development roles at The Dow Chemical Company since 1982.

• Education:
  • BS Chemistry, Michigan Technological University (1982)
  • MS Chemistry, Central Michigan University (1990)

Research and Professional Contributions: Hahn has authored 40 refereed journal publications, six scientific reference book chapters, and holds 41 U.S. patents and numerous international patents. His work spans chemistry, materials science, and corporate innovation, with a focus on bridging scientific research and business development.

Scientific Awards:

• Dow Inventor of the Year (1990, 1996)
• Dow Excellence In Science Award (1999)
• American Chemical Society Cooperative Research Award (2008)
• Council for Chemical Research Collaboration Award (2010)
• Induction to the College of Sciences and Arts Academy (2014)

Advisory Roles: Hahn has served on advisory boards for the University of Connecticut Institute for Materials Science, Michigan Tech, the Global Social Venturing Competition at UC-Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, and the Innovation Grant Committee at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.