Albert Folch

Albert Folch

3 books

About the Author

Albert Folch is a distinguished professor of bioengineering at the University of Washington, where he has pioneered research in microfluidics for over two decades. With a PhD in applied physics from the University of Barcelona, Folch's work bridges the gap between cutting-edge science and practical applications, making complex technologies accessible to a broad audience. His books, Hidden in Plain Sight: The History, Science, and Engineering of Microfluidic Technology and How the World Flows: Microfluidics from Raindrops to Covid Tests, demystify the invisible world of fluid manipulation at the microscale, exploring its historical evolution, scientific principles, and real-world impacts from everyday phenomena to pandemic diagnostics. Folch's engaging narratives combine rigorous scholarship with vivid storytelling, inspiring readers to appreciate the hidden engineering marvels shaping our modern world.

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Books by Albert Folch