Thomas Truskett

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Core Faculty Member at University of Michigan Biointerfaces Institute

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Overview

Thomas Truskett is the Vennema Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Michigan, following a distinguished 20-year career at UT Austin where he was the Department Chair and a professor of both Chemical Engineering and Physics. His research focuses on molecular thermodynamics and statistical mechanics to solve complex materials science challenges.

He is married to Van Truskett, whom he met while they were both undergraduate students at The University of Texas at Austin. Together, they are passionate about philanthropy, having made a planned gift to their alma mater to support future researchers and provide students with opportunities to "transform the world. "

Unique fact: He has been elected a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and the American Physical Society (APS).

Personality Overview

Overcautious

Tough To Convince

Unexpressive

The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.  They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much. They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time.

Topics They Care About

Colloidal Assembly
His research group and recent publications focus on understanding and modeling the properties of colloidal suspensions, nanoparticle assemblies, and other forms of soft condensed matter.
Statistical Mechanics
This is the core theoretical framework of his work; he develops and applies statistical mechanical theory and computer simulations to study condensed matter systems.
Biomolecular Engineering
His research includes studying the interactions and properties of concentrated solutions of biologics, such as monoclonal antibodies, for the biopharmaceutical industry.

Media Appearances

Michigan Chemical Engineering Welcomes Thomas Truskett as New Faculty Member. Featured in University of Michigan College of Engineering – Chemical Engineering

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Work History

10-2025
Core Faculty Member at University of Michigan Biointerfaces Institute
8-2025
Vennema Professor of Chemical Engineering at University of Michigan
9-2017 - 8-2025
Professor of Physics at The University of Texas at Austin
1-2013 - 1-2021
Department Chair of Chemical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin
9-2011 - 8-2025
Professor of Chemical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin

Education

1996 - 2001
Ph.D from Princeton University
1992 - 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS) from The University of Texas at Austin

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Exp : 25 Location : Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Core Faculty Member at University of Michigan Biointerfaces Institute
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Insights For Selling To Thomas

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly
  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.
  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision

DONT's

  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions
  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Thomas is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Thomas

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Thomas move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Thomas take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Thomas

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