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Sinan Keten is a professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University, also serving as an Associate Chair. He holds dual PhDs from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a Bachelor's degree from Bogazici University. His research specializes in computational materials science mechanics, focusing on nanostructured polymeric materials and biomolecular bioinspired materials. The Keten Research Group employs theory and molecular multi-scale simulations alongside machine learning techniques to unravel the mechanical behavior of soft materials across various length scales. By leveraging biomolecular building blocks and exploring the possibilities of nanotechnology and synthetic biology, Keten's work leads to faster and more accurate computational methods in materials science. He has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the field, including the ASME Thomas J. R. Hughes Young Investigator Award and the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. Keten also actively participates in teaching, with interests in mechanics and dynamics, and aims to develop online simulation tools to enhance the learning experience for undergraduate students.
Northwestern University • Evanston, IL
Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
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