Dr. Gareth Mckinley

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Biography

Gareth McKinley is a professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he focuses on teaching innovation in engineering. His research interests span extensional rheology of complex fluids, non-Newtonian fluid dynamics, microrheology, and microfluidics. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of complex fluid behavior and its applications, including the development of techniques inspired by biological systems for characterizing material properties. McKinley's work has implications for various fields, including polymer science, rheology, and material engineering. He is a recognized leader in his field, holding numerous accolades such as Fellow of the Royal Society and Corresponding Member of the Australian Academy of Science. McKinley has published extensively, including influential works on rheological properties and fabricating advanced materials.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, Massachusetts

Leading research and teaching in mechanical engineering, focusing on fluid dynamics and complex materials.

Awards

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Corresponding Member

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G.I. Taylor Medal

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Fellow

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Member

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Honorary Chair

2018-06-01
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Gold Medal

2014-12-01
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Bingham Medal

2013-10-01
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Bird, Stewart Lightfoot Lecturer

2010-01-01
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Fellow

#2007

Society of Rheology Publication Award

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Frenkiel Award

Patents

Splined Vibration Device Using ER Fluids

5,588,509

Collaborative patent with Bridgestone Corp.

Apparatus Methods Measuring Extensional Rheological Properties Material

6,711,941

Collaborative patent with Cambridge Polymer Group.

High Modulus Crosslinked Polyethylene Reduced Residual Free Radical Concentration Prepared Melt

6,852,772

Collaborative patent with Cambridge Polymer Group.

Active Controlled Energy Absorber Using Responsive Fluids

7,896,019

Process Fabricating High Aspect Ratio Tapered Nanocone Structures

9,120,669 2015-09-01

Liquid-Collecting Permeable Structure

9,352,258 2016-02-11