Ryan L. Hartman is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering. He holds leadership roles, including Chairman of NYU's Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Senators Council and Chair of the CBE Doctoral Recruiting Committee. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan, postdoctoral research at MIT, and prior positions at the University of Alabama and Schlumberger. Hartman’s research focuses on sustainable chemical processes using microfluidics, machine learning, and reaction engineering to advance energy, materials, and environmental applications. Education: Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan (2006) M.S., Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan (2003) B.S., Chemical Engineering, Michigan Technological University (2001) Postdoctoral Research, MIT Chemical Engineering (2010) Research Interests: His work combines microfluidics with AI to optimize chemical reactions, reduce environmental impact, and enable high-throughput experimentation. Key areas include laser-induced nucleation, CO2 sequestration, and plasma-driven methane conversion. Recent projects explore mechanisms of crystal formation and sustainable manufacturing. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles highlight his contributions to microfluidic systems, hydrate crystallization, and AI-driven catalysis. Notable work includes NSF-funded studies on laser-induced nucleation mechanisms and CO2 capture. His research bridges academia and industry, emphasizing practical applications. Awards: NSF CAREER Award, National Academy of Inventors membership, and Schlumberger Inventor Award reflect his impactful contributions. He leads the Hartman Research Lab, collaborating with institutions like Columbia University and Anadarko Petroleum. Grants & Leadership: Principal investigator on NSF grants, senior personnel in MRSEC and CBET projects. Serves on editorial boards and professional societies (AIChE, ISCRE). Thrust lead in DC-MUSE (decarbonizing chemical manufacturing). Labs & Teams: Directs the Hartman Lab, focusing on sustainable chemical processes. Collaborates with NYU Tandon Future Labs and industry partners to translate innovations into real-world solutions.












