The focus of research in catalysis and reaction engineering is the development of pioneering catalysts and the discovery of highly efficient reaction systems that can not only enhance reaction yields but also significantly reduce energy consumption and environmental footprints. Our department's research teams employ a multidisciplinary approach, combining experimental investigations and computational modeling to unveil the fundamental mechanisms governing catalysis, explore novel catalytic materials, and engineer tailored reaction systems for specific applications. The far-reaching outcomes of these transformative research endeavors offer promising solutions for a diverse array of industries, encompassing energy production, environmental cleanup, and the synthesis of valuable chemicals. Ultimately, these advances contribute to a more sustainable and technologically advanced world.
Catalysis and Reaction Faculty
Perla Balbuena
- Professor, Chemical Engineering and Department of Chemistry
- University Distinguished Professor
- Mike O’Connor Chair I Professor of Chemical Engineering
- Affiliated Faculty, Materials Science and Engineering
- Office: CHEN 240
- Phone: 979-845-3375
- Email: balbuena@tamu.edu
Mark A. Barteau
- Professor, Chemical Engineering and Department of Chemistry
- Member, National Academy of Engineering
- C. D. Holland '53 Chair
- Office: CHEN 249
- Phone: 979-845-8585
- Email: barteau@tamu.edu
Abdoulaye Djire
- Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering
- Affiliated Faculty, Materials Science & Engineering
- Office: CHEN 210
- Phone: 979-458-4776
- Email: adjire@tamu.edu
Hae-Kwon Jeong
- Professor, Chemical Engineering
- McFerrin Professor
- Office: CHEN 233
- Phone: 979-862-4850
- Email: hjeong7@tamu.edu
Joseph Sang-Il Kwon
- Associate Professor, Chemical Engineering
- Stephanie Sneed Langenstein '89 Faculty Fellow
- Office: 206 CHEN/ERB 331
- Phone: 979-862-5930
- Email: kwonx075@tamu.edu
Jorge Seminario
- Professor, Chemical Engineering
- Lanatter & Herbert Fox Professor
- Office: CHEN 239
- Phone: 979-845-3301
- Email: seminario@tamu.edu
Manish Shetty
- Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering
- Office: CHEN 246A
- Email: manish.shetty@tamu.edu
Benjamin Wilhite
- Director of Undergraduate Studies, Chemical Engineering
- Associate Professor, Chemical Engineering
- Office: CHEN 226
- Phone: 979-845-0406
- Email: benjaminwilhite@tamu.edu
