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Mark A. Stadtherr

• Professor
• Dept. of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
• (574) 631-9318
• FAX (574) 631-8366
• Email: markst@nd.edu
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• B.Ch.E., University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, 5/72
• Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of Wisconsin, Madison, 5/76

The focus of Mark A. Stadtherr’s research is primarily on the development and application of strategies for reliable engineering computing, with particular interests in global optimization, validated solution of dynamic systems, and computation of phase behavior. Energy research in his group involves the modeling of processes for using ionic liquids and CO₂ for improved energy efficiency. For example, they are working on the modeling and computation of phase behavior associated with using ionic liquids for more energy efficient absorption refrigeration from waste heat. This project involves collaboration with other researchers in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, as well as in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering. Professor Stadtherr teaches a course entitled “Dynamic Modeling Ecology and the Environment.”

Current Energy Related Research Grants

• Department of Energy, “Ionic Liquids for Utilization of Waste Heat from Distributed Power Generation Systems,” co-PI with PI Joan F. Brennecke and co-PIs Edward J. Maginn, Mihir Sen and Samuel Paolucci, 8/1/05-7/31/06, $1,431,931.