Terry Walker

Dr. Terry Walker is a Professor in the Department of Biosystems Engineering at Clemson University. His research focuses on biofuels, cell culture optimization, and supercritical fluid processes. He holds a Ph.D. (1997), M.S. (1992), and B.S. (1989) from the University of Tennessee. He is professionally registered as an EIT (FE) in Tennessee. Dr. Walker teaches courses including Biosystems Engineering Thermodynamics, Biochemical Engineering, and Bioprocess Engineering Design.

His research interests emphasize sustainable biofuel production, bioprocess engineering, and bioseparations. Key areas include microbial lipid production from waste substrates, lignocellulosic biomass pretreatment, and supercritical fluid applications. Recent work addresses carbon footprint reduction in university campuses and bioleaching technologies for biomass cleaning.

• Education: Ph.D. (University of Tennessee, 1997), M.S. (University of Tennessee, 1992), B.S. (University of Tennessee, 1989)
• Awards: 2011 Energy Project of the Year Award, 2002 LSU Tiger Athletic Foundation Teaching Award, Phi Kappa Phi, Gamma Sigma Delta, Sigma Xi

His publications span over three decades, with notable contributions to biodiesel stabilization, microalgal biomass optimization, and biorefinery integration. He advises graduate students on biofuels and bioprocessing projects, and his work frequently intersects environmental sustainability and industrial applications.