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Ruilan Guo is a Freimann Collegiate Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Notre Dame, with research focusing on functional polymer and membrane materials for energy-efficient separations. Her work bridges chemical engineering, materials science, and polymer science.
- Ph.D., Polymer Science and Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (2008)
- M.E., Material Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology (2001)
- B.E., Polymer Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology (1998)
The Guo group develops advanced membranes for applications in carbon capture, fuel cells, hydrogen purification, water desalination, and energy conversion. Their work emphasizes structure-property relationships and nanophase-separated materials.
Recent publications highlight innovations in microporous polymers, supramolecular interface engineering, and iptycene-based copolymers, with a focus on reducing energy consumption in industrial separation processes. Key keywords include polymer science, chemical engineering, and energy technology.
- Department of Energy Early Career Research Award
- Industrial & Engineering Chemistry 2017 Influential Researchers
Guo teaches undergraduate materials courses and graduate polymer courses, while leading an interdisciplinary lab in the McCourtney Hall of Molecular Sciences and Engineering. Her research has secured NSF funding for next-generation refrigerant technologies through the Engineering Research Center.
