Dr. François Baneyx

Professor

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Biography

François Baneyx is a Charles W. H. Matthaei Endowed Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Washington. He is also the Director of CoMotion and the Vice Provost for Innovation. His research interests encompass the confluence of synthetic biology, nanotechnology, and materials science, particularly focusing on protein engineering and bionanotechnology. His laboratory leads efforts in molecular engineering to develop hybrid materials and devices, leveraging nature's strategies for fabricating complex materials with superior properties. He has directed multiple significant projects and has contributed to the education and mentorship of students in the fields of chemical engineering and bioengineering.

Research Interests

Experience

Director, CoMotion

2018-01-01 — Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Leading innovation efforts and managing cross-departmental projects.

Director, Center for Nanotechnology

2005-01-01 — 2013-01-01

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Oversaw operations and research initiatives in nanotechnology.

Postdoctoral Fellow

1991-01-01 — 1993-01-01

Du Pont • Wilmington, DE

Conducted research in molecular engineering and material science.

Awards

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Elected Fellow

2015-01-01
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UW College of Engineering Faculty Innovator Award

2010-01-01

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.