Franklin Miller

Franklin Miller is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with an additional affiliation in the Nuclear Engineering & Engineering Physics program. His research focuses on cryogenics, superfluid thermodynamics, and sub-kelvin cooling for space science applications. He holds a PhD from MIT (2005) and degrees from West Virginia University (BS 1991, MS 1995). Miller teaches courses on thermodynamics, engineering measurements, and interdisciplinary design projects.

His work emphasizes cryogenic systems for space instrumentation, including heat transfer in pulsating heat pipes and superconducting heat switches. Awards include Best Student Paper Awards at International Cryocooler Conferences (2024, 2020) and recognition for contributions to cryogenics and low-temperature physics. His research bridges theoretical modeling and experimental validation, addressing challenges in thermal management for extreme environments.

Labs and affiliations include UW-Madison’s cryogenics research group, with emphasis on passive thermal systems and superfluid applications. Ongoing projects involve optimizing heat exchangers, developing novel refrigeration techniques, and advancing cryogenic technology for space exploration.