Houston, Texas, United States
Ph.D. Candidate in Chemistry at Rice University, specializing in inorganic nanomaterials synthesis, metal-organic precursors, and mechanistic studies of nanoparticle formation. My research focuses on the thermal decomposition of metal oleates for the controlled synthesis of metal oxide nanomaterials, including mixed-metal and alloyed systems, with applications in catalysis, magnetic materials, and advanced functional nanostructures. Experienced in air-free synthesis techniques, coordination chemistry, reaction mechanism investigation, and advanced characterization methods, including FTIR, NMR, TEM, LC-MS, and XRD. Current work includes studying the structural evolution of iron oleate systems and the direct synthesis of atomically precise iron-oxo clusters as model intermediates in nanoparticle formation. Beyond research, I actively contribute to graduate leadership and mentorship initiatives through the Doerr Institute for New Leaders, the Chemistry Graduate Student Association, and Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies at Rice University. Passionate about scientific collaboration, leadership development, and translating fundamental chemistry into innovative materials solutions.
Ph.D. Candidate in Chemistry at Rice University with expertise in inorganic nanomaterials synthesis, metal oleate chemistry, and mechanistic studies of nanoparticle formation. Research focuses on the controlled synthesis of metal oxide nanomaterials through thermal decomposition methods, including mixed-metal systems and atomically precise iron-oxo clusters. Skilled in air-free synthesis, coordination chemistry, FTIR, NMR, TEM, LC-MS, and XRD characterization. Strong background in interdisciplinary research, scientific leadership, mentoring, and collaborative project development through multiple graduate leadership and professional development programs at Rice University.
Managed training and collaboration initiatives focused on scientific and technical development within the Scientific and Technological Park at UAEH. Organized and delivered training programs and courses in computational chemistry for students and researchers, while mentoring undergraduate chemistry students in laboratory techniques, project development, and research methodologies. Additionally, contributed to the development of technical and quality-control documentation supporting ISO-9001 certification processes for the water analysis laboratory, strengthening operational standards and laboratory compliance.
Selected as a DAAD Scholar to conduct research at Rice University under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Lászlo Kürti and Prof. Dr. Martin Prechtl, focusing on understanding catalyst decomposition pathways in aziridination reactions involving hydroxylamines. Synthesized rhodium nanoparticles and investigated their catalytic behavior using advanced analytical and characterization techniques, including TEM, NMR, and LC-MS. The project combined inorganic synthesis, catalysis, and mechanistic analysis to better understand reaction pathways and improve catalyst performance in amine synthesis methodologies.
Conducted research as a DAAD Scholar at Aalto University under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Martin Prechtl and Prof. Dr. Jan Deska within the MOCCA project, focused on developing molybdenum-based catalysts for C1-carbon activation and sustainable catalysis. Synthesized and evaluated supported molybdenum catalysts and biomimetic catalytic systems for hydrogenation and cyclization reactions. Additionally, prepared organic and organometallic precursors for catalyst development, contributing to research on sustainable reaction design and advanced catalytic materials.