Margaret Sobkowicz-Kline

Margaret Sobkowicz-Kline, Ph.D.
Professor
co-Director, SWIMMER NRT

Contact
Plastics Engineering Department,
Ball 121
University of Massachusetts Lowell
1 University Avenue
Lowell, MA 01854
978-934-3433

margaret_sobkowiczkline@uml.edu

Office Hours Spring 2023:

Tuesday 11 – 1, Wednesday 4 – 6

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The Sobkowicz research group is interested in the study of polymeric materials for environmental sustainability. We use the tools of applied polymer science, transport phenomena and chemical functionalization to manipulate processes and structure with the aim of improving properties in sustainable materials. Current projects focus on:

  • Recycling heterogeneous plastics packaging
  • Biobased and biodegradable polymer synthesis and multifunctionality
  • Reactive twin screw extrusion
  • Polymeric systems for renewable energy and efficiency

We are also interested in policy around plastics waste and science communication to improve public understanding of the role plastics play in our society and ecosystems. Professor Sobkowicz is also working to broaden participation of women in engineering through her work with the WAVES initiative.

Sobkowicz Research Group

Postdoctoral Associate
 Dr. Allen Chang

Graduate students
 Oliva Ferki (MS Candidate)
 Akanksha Patel (PhD Candidate)
 Shawn Martey (PhD Candidate)
 Mansoureh Jamalzadeh (PhD Candidate)
 Jay Thakkar (PhD Candidate)

Research assistant Students 
 Sarah Perry
 Abby Mastromonaco
 Mauricio Acosta Diaz