Dr. Preetinder Virk

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Biography

Preetinder S. Virk is a Professor of Chemical Engineering, Emeritus, at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He earned his Sc.D. degree from MIT in 1967 after completing his B.Tech at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur in 1962. His research interests encompass turbulent drag reduction, graph-theoretic modeling of hydrocarbon pyrolysis pathways, and mechanistic investigations of high-transfer hydrogen transfer pathways. His extensive experience in the field includes contributions to both teaching and research, with a focus on advancing understanding of complex chemical processes. In recognition of his dedication and service to students, he was awarded the Outstanding Veteran Advisor Award in 2016.

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Outstanding Veteran Advisor Award