Dr. Stuart Rowan

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Biography

Stuart Rowan is the Barry L. MacLean Professor in Molecular Engineering at the University of Chicago, where he specializes in the design and synthesis of new polymeric materials. With a focus on materials chemistry and organic chemistry, his research interests include cellulose nanomaterials, supramolecular polymers, dynamic covalent polymers, and interlocked macromolecules. Rowan's work emphasizes the development of stimuli-responsive materials that can heal, actuate, or change properties under specific stimuli. His academic journey includes significant postdoctoral experience at prestigious institutions and prior faculty positions at Case Western Reserve University. Rowan is an accomplished researcher, recognized with several awards including the American Chemical Society Mark Scholar Award and the National Science Foundation CAREER Award. He is also an editor for ACS Macro Letters and serves on the editorial boards of multiple prominent journals in the field of polymer science.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

1998-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Girton College, University of Cambridge • Cambridge, UK

Conducted research in materials chemistry.

Assistant Professor

2005-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Case Western Reserve University • Cleveland, OH

Focused on polymer synthesis and materials chemistry.

Associate Professor

2008-01-01 — 2016-01-01

Case Western Reserve University • Cleveland, OH

Advanced research in materials development.

Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Leads research in molecular engineering and materials science.

Awards

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American Chemical Society Mark Scholar Award

2018-01-01
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Morley Medal

2014-01-01
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National Science Foundation CAREER Award

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CWRU School of Engineering Research Award

2015-01-01

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