معرفی
Marek W. Urban is the J.E. Sirrine Foundation Endowed Chair and Professor in Materials Science and Engineering at Clemson University, with a courtesy appointment in Chemistry. He leads the Urban Research Group, focusing on adaptive polymers, self-healing materials, and stimuli-responsive systems. His work has been featured in major media outlets like the NY Times and BBC.
Education:
- Ph.D., Michigan Technological University (1984)
- M.S., Marquette University (1981)
- B.S./M.S., AGH University of Science & Tech, Poland (1979)
Research Interests: Dr. Urban’s lab designs polymers with 'living-like' functions, including self-healing commodity polymers, stimuli-responsive materials, and spectroscopic imaging techniques. His work bridges fundamental chemistry and applied materials science, emphasizing sustainability and functionality.
Awards:
- 2019 AAAS Fellow
- 2018 Royal Society of Chemistry Fellow
- 2017 Chemical Pioneer Award (AIC)
- Fellowships: ACS, AIC, RSC
Advising & Grants: Advised over 20 students, including notable graduates like Dr. Lei Li (Western Kentucky U) and Dr. Siyang Wang (University of Chicago). Lead PI on NSF-funded projects, including Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers (MRSEC) and Industry/University CRCs.
Labs/Teams: The Urban Research Group operates in Clemson’s Advanced Materials Research Labs (AMRL), focusing on interdisciplinary polymer science. Facilities include state-of-the-art spectroscopy and material characterization tools.
