Ryan J. Fox, Ph.D.
About Ryan J. Fox, Ph.D.
Ryan J. Fox, Ph.D., is a Senior Scientist with expertise in advanced physical analytical techniques and polymer-based complex fluids. He holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and has a background in Chemical Engineering from North Carolina State University.
Current Position at Exponent
Ryan J. Fox, Ph.D., serves as a Senior Scientist at Exponent, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he applies his expertise in polymer-based complex fluids and solid-state materials. His work focuses on analyzing the structure, rheology, and mechanical properties of these materials. He is based in Bowie, MD, where he contributes to various projects that require advanced analytical techniques.
Education and Expertise
Ryan J. Fox completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 2016 to 2020. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from North Carolina State University between 2012 and 2016. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his proficiency in advanced physical analytical techniques, including rheology, dynamic mechanical thermal analysis, and capillary viscometry.
Professional Background
Before his current role, Ryan J. Fox worked at Exponent as a Scientist from 2020 to 2022. His previous experience includes positions as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at North Carolina State University. He also held internships and co-op positions at Novozymes, Stiefel (a GSK company), and Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he gained diverse experience in research and development.
Technical Skills and Techniques
Ryan J. Fox possesses extensive technical skills in the analysis of polymer-based complex fluids. He is proficient in interfacial polymerization techniques for synthesizing sulfonated polyamides and has experience with process engineering and scale-up of non-Newtonian semi-solids. His analytical capabilities include using scattering techniques for polymer analysis and various spectroscopic methods, such as FTIR and UV/Vis spectroscopy.
Research Experience
Throughout his career, Ryan J. Fox has engaged in research focusing on interfacial and colloidal interactions of surfactants in mammalian cell cultures and bacterial/fungal fermentations. His work in stirred-tank semi-batch bioreactors has contributed to a better understanding of these interactions, enhancing the efficiency of fermentation processes.