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The Microscale Physicochemical Hydrodynamics Laboratory (µPHYL) is directed by Professor Chuan-Hua Chen and located at Hudson Hall 181 and 183 at Duke University. Our research deals with experimental and theoretical investigations of small-scale physicochemical hydrodynamics, where transport and interfacial phenomena closely interact with each other. By manipulating surface tension actively and passively, e.g. using electric fields and surface structures, we are develop innovative solutions for applications ranging from bioanalytical assays to microelectronics cooling (overview figure). For further information about the research at µPHYL, visit the research and facility pages.
News Mar 22, 2012 Dr. Chuan-Hua Chen was selected as the Alfred M. Hunt Faculty Scholar within the Pratt School of Engineering, in recognition of his "outstanding research in mechanical engineering and materials science". Feb 8, 2012 Jonathan and Yuejun's APL paper on "Planar jumping-drop thermal diodes" are well received in the scientific community and the mass media. In addition to the First Poster Prize at the 2011 Gordon Research Conference on Microfluidics, their work has been covered by a variety of scientific magazines: - Mechanical Engineering: Jumping droplets make a heat trap [pdf] - Materials Today: Jumping droplets control heat flow [pdf] Sep 1, 2007 Onward Mail: 178 Hudson Hall, Box 90300, Durham, NC 27708-0300 | Tel: 919-660-5343 | Email: chuanhua.chen@duke.edu Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science | Pratt School of Engineering | Duke University |
