Mehrrad Saadatmand, Ph.D.

Mehrrad Saadatmand, Ph.D. is a Principal Scientist at Vertex Pharmaceuticals with a diverse background in chemical engineering and research.12 He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry from the University of Toronto, which he completed between 2008 and 2012.1

Career Progression

Dr. Saadatmand's professional journey includes:

1. Current Role: Principal Scientist at Vertex Pharmaceuticals2
2. Previous Positions:
   • Sr Engineer I at Biogen (April 2019 - Present)
   • Senior Research Associate at University of Cincinnati Simulation Center (January 2017 - April 2019)
   • Research Associate at University of Cincinnati Simulation Center (December 2015 - December 2016)1

Educational Background

• Ph.D.: Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry, University of Toronto (2008-2012)
• Master's: Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, University of Calgary (2005-2008)
• Bachelor's: Chemical Engineering, Mahshahr Azad University1

Research and Expertise

Dr. Saadatmand's research interests include:

• Fluid Mechanics
• Heat Transfer
• Drug Delivery
• Multiphase Flow
• Interfacial Tension3

Notable Achievements

Throughout his career, Dr. Saadatmand has demonstrated expertise in various areas:

• Designed parts of the VHTR and performed CFD modeling
• Contributed to cost savings in pilot plant design
• Conducted research on oil sands froth, relevant to the petroleum industry
• Published research on vibration-induced particle motion under microgravity14

Dr. Saadatmand is multilingual, with native proficiency in Persian and full professional proficiency in English.1