Boris Stoeber

Boris Stoeber is a Professor and Associate Head of Teaching at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of British Columbia. He holds the Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Microfluidics and Sensing Technology, focusing on experimental soft matter physics and sensor development.

• Microfluidics and Sensing Technology CRC
• Ph.D. (UC Berkeley), M.Sc. (TU Darmstadt, Germany), M.Sc. (EC Lyon, France)

His research centers on soft matter and sensing technology, with applications in environmental monitoring and medical diagnostics. Key areas include:

• Complex Fluids and Microneedles
• Needle Puncture Mechanics
• Microoptical Systems and Functional Materials
• Poroelasticity and Skin Tissue Interaction

Recent publications highlight advancements in light-field microscopy, microneedle drug delivery, and droplet dynamics. His lab has produced 15+ peer-reviewed articles since 2020, spanning disciplines like Soft Matter, Physics of Fluids, and Biomedical Microdevices.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Dean’s Award for Excellence in Service (2021)
• Canada Research Chair Appointment (2015)

His team has mentored numerous graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, including recipients of Vanier Scholarships and NSERC Awards. The Stoeber Lab actively investigates MEMS fabrication, biocompatible sensors, and environmental monitoring systems.