
The Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering Department at the University of Minnesota is proud to announce that Koushik Sampath, a distinguished 4th year Ph.D. candidate, has been awarded the Jean E. and Mark T. Schroepfer Fellowship.
Sampath's research focuses on process intensification towards dehydration and water removal in paper and porous biomaterials, a critical area for advancing sustainable practices in bioproducts engineering. His journey began with an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology in Trichy, South India. Raised in South India, with significant parts of his childhood spent in Nigeria and Tanzania, Sampath cultivated diverse interests in adventure sports, photography, and filmmaking.
“This fellowship goes a long way in assisting my dissertation,” said Sampath. “More than just the financial assistance, the fellowship is a huge validation of my research interests and dissertation project.”
Sampath added, “the fellowship adds significant value to my education profile, representing my goals towards sustainability and environmentally friendly practices, and ensures smooth progress to my dissertation in terms of financial assistance.”