Professor Dr. Alexander Rattner

Biography

Alexander Rattner is an Associate Professor at the Pennsylvania State University in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. He holds the Dorothy Quiggle Career Development Professorship. His research expertise lies in Energy Systems and Thermal/Fluid Sciences, focusing particularly on sustainable thermal-fluid energy systems, waste heat recovery, multiphase flow, heat mass transfer, and high-performance computing. Over the years, he has authored and co-authored numerous publications in well-regarded journals, contributing significantly to the fields of thermal engineering and energy management. His scholarly work encompasses a range of studies, including the design of liquid-cooled heat sinks and gas turbine exhaust systems. Rattner has received various grants to support his research endeavors, including projects sponsored by NASA and the National Science Foundation. He is actively involved in teaching and mentoring students in mechanical engineering, fostering innovation and research in energy solutions.

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