Dear Prospective Students, Alumni, and Friends of the Department,

I am thrilled to begin as the next Doshi Department Chair in the Linda and Bipin Doshi Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering as of 8/1/2025.  I join the department at an exciting time, and I want to highlight so many distinct superlatives that make our department an exciting place to learn.

For Prospective Undergraduate Students:

An engineering undergraduate degree from the Missouri University of Science and Technology continues to be a launchpad for future professional success.  I highlight a few key metrics here that separate Missouri S&T from other programs:

State and National Recognition:

• #1 Public University in Missouri for Return on Investment (Georgetown’s Center on Education).
• #3 Among Public Universities for Best Career Placement (Princeton Review).
• 7^th Best Value College in the United States (Smart Asset).
• $70,000 Average Starting Salary for students with an undergraduate degree from Missouri S&T.

Dedicated Faculty:

In our department, our faculty are leaders in their respective areas.  As examples, Dr. Christi Luks is the current President of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), and Dr. Joseph Smith is the current President of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE).  In addition to these distinguished faculty members, our faculty are dedicated instructors and researchers, and many have received national and international recognition for their research and teaching efforts.

Exceptional Facilities:

Research and teaching facilities are state-of-the art.  Our department is housed in the James E. Bertelsmeyer Hall, a three-story building featuring research labs, multi-functional classrooms, offices, lecture halls, and specialized labs and high bay spaces.

Involved and Supportive Alumni:

Alumni from the department give back in many ways to the department. Many donate their time to interact and mentor our current students and donate financial resources to support ongoing initiatives.

Degree Programs:

We offer two undergraduate degree options: A Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering and a recently established Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering. Each degree offers flexibility to pursue specific tracks and specializations. Also, our Biomedical Engineering option is a great pre-medicine degree for those interested in pursuing medical school.  More information about our degree options can be found here: https://chbe.mst.edu/academicprograms/

Clearly, our programs, facilities, faculty, and staff are outstanding. We encourage you to apply today! https://futurestudents.mst.edu/admissions/

For Prospective Graduate Students:

There are two Ph.D. programs in our department. A Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (https://chbe.mst.edu/academicprograms/phdinchemicalengineering/) and a Ph.D. in Bioengineering (https://chbe.mst.edu/academicprograms/phd-bioeng/). As a Ph.D. student, you would work with leaders in distinct research areas.  Please visit our faculty page to learn more about the research interests of our faculty.  Missouri S&T provides funding for our Ph.D. students via Teaching Assistantships, Research Assistantships, or Fellowships.  You can apply for our Ph.D. programs by clicking the links above.

We also offer a Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering for those students seeking additional training beyond the undergraduate degree.  For more information about our Master’s Degree program, please access the link here: https://chbe.mst.edu/academicprograms/mastersdegreeinchemicalengineering/

For Alumni and Friends of the Department:

Our department is fortunate to have many supportive alumni.  We greatly appreciate the support from alumni and donors Jim Bertelsmeyer and Linda and Bipin Doshi for their transformative monetary donations. Additionally, the Academy of Chemical and Biochemical Engineers provides financial and mentoring support for our faculty, students, and staff. https://chemengacademy.mst.edu/  If you are an alum of the department and want to help the department with your time and/or financial support, feel free to contact me or visit our donation page. https://chbe.mst.edu/makeagift/  If you’re in the area and want to visit the department, please stop by!

In closing, the future is bright for the Linda and Bipin Doshi Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering with so many educational and research opportunities for students. If you have any questions about our programs, feel free to contact me anytime.

Sincerely yours,

Ryan Gilbert, Ph.D.

Doshi Department Chair

Linda and Bipin Doshi Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

ryan.gilbert@mst.edu