Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Recently completed a postdoctoral researcher position at Rice University, in the lab of Dr. Naomi Halas. Earned a B.A. in Chemistry from Northwestern University, with a minor in Materials Science, and a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Rice University.
Research into the synthesis of doped-oxide core-shell nanoparticles and the growth of varied oxides around aluminum nanoparticles.
Conducting research into understanding and controlling the synthesis and optical properties of plasmonic aluminum nanoparticles.
Independent research under the guidance of a PhD student, investigating spontaneous nanotexturing of thermoplastic polymers.
Investigation into synthesis of siloxane monomers for increased reactivity using hydrosilylation reactions, as well as purification of the resulting mixture of monomers.
Completed a research project under the guidance of a PhD student, investigating the impact of various parameters on the synthesis of nanoparticles and their resulting properties.
Communicate with patrons, interact with company and pool supervisors, organize lifeguard schedules, manage patron safety and pool chemistry and cleanliness maintenance