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Peter J. Hesketh is a Professor at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering. He began his tenure at Georgia Tech in Spring 2000, having previously served as an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He earned his Ph.D. and M.S. from the University of Pennsylvania, and his B.Sc. from the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom. Hesketh's research primarily focuses on Micro and Nano Engineering and Manufacturing, particularly in the areas of microfabrication and micromachining. His research interests encompass sensors and Micro/Nano-electro-mechanical Systems (MEMS/NEMS). He has significantly contributed to the development of biosensors and microfluidics technology, demonstrating innovative methods for chemical analysis through miniaturized systems. Hesketh's work has led to advancements in the sensitivity and efficiency of biosensors by utilizing microcantilever platforms and integrating novel actuation techniques. He has published over sixty papers and edited fifteen books in microsensor systems, reflecting a strong commitment to education and research in sensing technologies.
Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA
Professor at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, focusing on Micro and Nano Engineering and Manufacturing.
University of Illinois at Chicago • Chicago, IL
Served as Associate Professor before joining Georgia Institute of Technology.
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