Matthew Cooper

Matthew Cooper is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at North Carolina State University. His work focuses on integrating process safety, pedagogy, and technical communication into engineering education. He develops curriculum content addressing recent ABET safety standards and explores the effectiveness of plagiarism detection tools in undergraduate education. His research emphasizes unit operations, professional ethics, and student motivation strategies.

Recent publications highlight his dedication to improving educational outcomes through immersive training, virtual environments, and innovative teaching methods. He investigates how technologies like Top Hat Questions enhance classroom dynamics and student engagement. His work on process safety decision-making instruments evaluates moral reasoning in engineering contexts, addressing critical issues in professional practice.

Matthew's contributions span curriculum design, industry mentorship programs, and sustainability integration in chemical engineering education. He actively researches the impact of bridging courses on graduate student success and analyzes post-pandemic learning trends. Collaborative projects include developing digital tools for safety training and assessing palliative care priorities in community settings.

His research portfolio reflects a blend of STEM education innovation and applied engineering ethics, with over 50 published works since 2006. Key themes include classroom technology adoption, student reflection practices, and interdisciplinary learning strategies. Matthew's work bridges theoretical education models with real-world industry needs, shaping future-ready engineering curricula.