Simon A. Rogers

Simon A. Rogers is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Illinois, affiliated with the Grainger College of Engineering. His research focuses on the rheology and microstructure of soft matter under deformation, with applications in biomedical, energy, and environmental fields. He holds a BSc (Honors) in Physics and a PhD from Victoria University of Wellington (New Zealand), followed by postdoctoral research in Greece, Germany, and the U.S.

• Education: BSc (Hons) Physics, Victoria University of Wellington; PhD Physics, MacDiarmid Institute, Victoria University of Wellington
• Professional Experience: Postdoctoral roles at FORTH (Greece), Jülich Research Center (Germany), and University of Delaware

Rogers investigates colloidal suspensions, polymers, complex fluids, and nonlinear rheology using hybrid scattering techniques. His work bridges physics and chemical engineering to understand material behavior at microscopic and macroscopic scales. Key contributions include studies on soft glassy materials, viscoelasticity, and biofilm removal technologies.

His research has been recognized with awards such as the National Science Foundation CAREER Award (2019) and ACS New Investigator Award (2018). He leads a research group exploring advanced materials and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across the university. His lab utilizes state-of-the-art facilities, including rheometers and neutron scattering tools, to advance soft matter science.