STRADA Unit
Catalysis Engineering & Chemical Kinetics Unit
Advancing reaction engineering, catalytic systems, and kinetic modeling to support resilient humanitarian technologies, field-deployable materials, and science-led crisis response.
Mission
Reaction Science for Field Impact
The unit studies catalytic pathways, reaction-rate behavior, and process optimization for systems that must perform reliably under demanding operational conditions.
Catalyst Design
Developing catalytic materials and reaction architectures for efficient conversion, decontamination, and resource-sensitive deployment.
Kinetic Modeling
Building predictive models that improve scale-up, safety margins, and mission-ready performance across laboratory and field environments.
Capabilities
Core Research Areas
Catalyst Systems
Designing and evaluating catalytic platforms for high-efficiency reactions, material transformation, and controlled chemical performance.
Reaction Kinetics
Analyzing rate laws, transport effects, and mechanism behavior to guide reliable engineering decisions and scalable deployment.
Applied Process Support
Translating laboratory findings into practical frameworks for humanitarian logistics, protective technologies, and resilient scientific operations.