Dr. Nico Hotz

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nico Hotz specializes in interfacial transport phenomena and thermodynamics in energy technology. His research centers on heat, mass, and charge transfer across nano-scale surfaces, focusing on applications such as solar thermal energy and catalytic fuel reforming. He is particularly interested in hydrogen generation, fuel cells, and electrolysis. Hotz's work includes energy conversion and storage systems, emphasizing renewable and sustainable energy solutions. His significant contributions to the field have led to various awards, including the Excellence in Teaching Award from the Pratt School of Engineering and the Alfred M. Hunt Faculty Scholar recognition. He aims to integrate traditional energy technologies with innovative strategies, particularly in the context of fuel cells and photovoltaic systems based on micro- and nanostructured materials.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor Practice

2008-01-01 — Present

Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science • Duke University, Durham, NC

Director of Undergraduate Studies and faculty member focusing on innovative teaching and research in energy technologies.

Awards

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Excellence Teaching Award

2015-01-01
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Alfred M. Hunt Faculty Scholar

2014-01-01
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New Investigator Award

2013-01-01
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Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award

2012-01-01
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Paper Award ASME Energy Sustainability Conference

2011-01-01
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Fellowship for Prospective Research

2009-01-01
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Georg Fischer Award

2009-01-01

Courses

Research Independent Study in Mechanical Engineering Advanced Topics Mechanical Engineering Compressible Fluid Flow Special Projects Mechanical Engineering Heat Mass Transfer Mechanical Systems Design Mechanical Design Undergraduate Projects Mechanical Engineering Special Topics Focus EGR Year seminar Focus EGR Research Projects Engineering

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)