Marissa Tousley

Marissa Tousley is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology since 2016. She specializes in membrane separation processes and polymer thin film development, focusing on energy-efficient desalination and sustainable industrial processes. Her research integrates materials science with educational innovation, including 3D-printed membrane tools and virtual research modules.

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Yale University (2016)
• MS in Chemical Engineering, Yale University (2013)
• BS in Materials Science & Engineering, Alfred University (2011)

Her research interests combine technical advancements like low-cost membrane modules with pedagogical tools such as hands-on educational demonstrations and classroom simulations. She advises Rose-Hulman's Materials Science & Engineering minor and previously served as an AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow at the U.S. Department of Energy.

Publications emphasize interdisciplinary applications of membrane technology and educational innovation, contributing to both industrial decarbonization and STEM education accessibility.

• Awards: AAAS Policy Fellowship (2023–2024), North American Membrane Society Education Fellowship (2020–2022)

Her work bridges academia and policy through collaborations with NASA, SCHOTT, and federal agencies, addressing global challenges in energy and environmental sustainability.