Kurt Ristroph

Professor advancing research in the intersection of agriculture, nanomaterials, and medical applications, Kurt Ristroph joined Purdue University's Agricultural and Biological Engineering department as an Assistant Professor in 2022. With a robust academic background, he earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and Materials Science from Princeton University, where he honed his expertise in developing innovative solutions at the nanoscale. Before his tenure at Purdue, Professor Ristroph was a Schmidt Science Postdoctoral Fellow at Carnegie Mellon University. During this fellowship, he expanded his research portfolio, focusing on scalable organic nanomaterials that hold promise for transformative applications in both the medical and agricultural sectors. His work is characterized by a commitment to creating sustainable and efficient technologies that can be applied to real-world challenges. Professor Ristroph's research interests lie at the confluence of agriculture and nanotechnology, with a particular emphasis on developing materials that can enhance crop yield and resilience, as well as medical applications that improve health outcomes. His contributions to the field are marked by a dedication to interdisciplinary collaboration and a vision for leveraging nanomaterials to address pressing global issues.