Aaron Smith

Aaron Smith serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering Department, specializing in magnetic shape memory alloys and micropump systems for precision microfluidic applications. His research bridges materials science and engineering to develop innovative actuation technologies.

His core research domains include:

• Magnetic Shape Memory Alloy characterization and implementation
• High-precision micropump design for laboratory dosing
• Martensitic transformation dynamics in Ni-Mn-Ga systems
• Solid-state flow control mechanisms
• Microfluidic device integration with magnetic actuation

Publication analysis (2016-2021) reveals a focused trajectory from fundamental material behavior studies (e.g., twin boundary motion characterization) toward functional device development. His most cited work demonstrates exceptional translation of magnetic shape memory properties into practical micropump solutions for high-pressure microfluidic environments, with significant industrial relevance evidenced by patent citations.

Smith secured National Science Foundation funding as Principal Investigator for the STTR Phase I project 'MSM uPump: Precision Dosing for Laboratory Research' (2016-2018), demonstrating successful grant acquisition in competitive funding environments. His collaborative network prominently features Peter Müllner across multiple publications and the NSF project, indicating sustained research partnerships. Current laboratory activities center on magnetic shape memory alloy integration for next-generation microfluidic control systems, though specific facility details remain unreported.