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Patrick S. Doyle
Patrick S. Doyle is the Robert T. Haslam (1911) Professor of Chemical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), affiliated with the Department of Chemical Engineering under the School of Engineering. His research focuses on microfluidics, complex fluids, polymer physics, and rheology with applications in drug delivery, environmental engineering, and biomaterials. He has pioneered innovations in hydrogel-based systems for pharmaceuticals and water treatment.
Education
- Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, Stanford University, 1997
- M.S., Chemical Engineering, Stanford University, 1993
- B.S., Chemical Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, 1992
Research Interests
Dr. Doyle’s work bridges chemical engineering and biotechnology, addressing challenges in:
- Design of stimuli-responsive materials (thermogels, nanoemulsions)
- Microfluidic fabrication of drug delivery systems
- Biofilm mechanics and bacterial behavior in marine environments
- High-resolution spatial profiling of microRNA in tissues
Recent Research Trends
Recent publications highlight advancements in:
- Hydrogel-based platforms for controlled release of antibodies and nanoparticles
- Engineered yeast systems for heavy metal remediation
- Zwitterionic hydrogels for multipollutant water treatment
- Topological control of DNA networks using confinement and flow
Honors & Awards
Notable recognitions include:
- Alpha Chi Sigma Award (2022) – AIChE’s highest research honor
- Multiple Singapore Research Professorships (2021, 2016, 2013)
- John Simon Guggenheim Fellowship (2009)
- Lab on a Chip Pioneers of Miniaturization Prize (2008)
Grants & Advising
Active grants include J-WAFS Seed Funding (2019) supporting water innovation. His Doyle Research Group has advised over 50 graduate students and postdocs, with notable alumni in academia and industry.
Labs & Collaborations
Leads the MIT Soft Matter Engineering Lab, collaborating with:
- Massachusetts General Hospital (cancer immunotherapy)
- Nanyang Technological University (water treatment)
- ESPCI Paris (DNA topology)
