Alumni
When the founders of OPX Biotechnologies were formulating the company, they turned to Vern Norviel for help. A patent lawyer who specializes in life science companies and the development of their IP programs, Norviel has been integral in
Since retiring from ChBE in 1999, Professor Emeritus William (Bill) Krantz has stayed active in the fields of water treatment and desalination.Each year Krantz spends approximately 3 months doing research as a Visiting Professor at the
We in the department are often asked about former ChBE faculty and staff: where they are, what they are doing. Below are updates on some of our wonderful former faculty and staff.Professor Paul Barrick passed away a few years ago in his
Six months after it was first implemented, ChBE’s mentoring program is proving to be beneficial to student and alumni participants alike. “This program provides an ideal outlet to give back to the younger generation of engineers and makes you
When the late John Blakney Jr. enrolled in CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ’s Chemical and Biological Engineering Department (ChBE) in 1950, he started a family tradition.Four Blakney family members spanning three generations have obtained degrees from the department,
Kris Thunhorst received her PhD in 1998 under the direction of Professors Chris Bowman and Rich Noble. Now a Senior Research Specialist in 3M’s Industrial Adhesives and Tape (IATD) Division, she serves as the Technical Program Manager for the
During their monthly lunches at Murphy’s, ROMEOS members have solved major problems such as how to balance the federal budget, achieve peace in the Middle East, and get the two political parties to work together. As member Bill Krantz attests, “
Arun Tholudur received his PhD in 1998 under the direction of ChBE Professor Fred Ramirez, exploring advanced modeling and optimization techniques applied to bioprocesses. Specifically, he investigated artificial neural networks in
CU alum Heath Briggs (ChemEngr '97) was recently named to the Denver Business Journal's Forty under 40 list. Awardees include up-and-coming leaders who are recognized for their business success and community contributions. Upon
Bart Carpenter is a 1981 CU chemical engineering graduate who started his career at Conoco’s engineering center in Ponca City, OK. He spent the next 30 years supporting the company’s downstream operations in a variety of technical and