• Authored over ten peer-reviewed publications that include the topics of thermoelectrics, magnetic semiconductors, crystal structure determination, novel synthesis methods, and composite concretes. • Achieved record high thermoelectric efficiency by diligent and extensive characterization of electronic/thermal properties, as well as careful analysis of failure mechanisms.• Established a high-throughput experimental model for new materials that resulted in the discovery of several newly identified thermoelectric and photovoltaic systems.• Led interdisciplinary collaborative efforts across multiple departments to ensure high quality research and enhanced work performance. • Mentored over 15 research students, guiding them from the broader research perspective/goal to hands-on training of materials synthesis, characterization, and proper documentation skills.

• Aided in the design and instruction of an intermediate materials characterization laboratory for over 40 undergraduate students.• Instructed a materials structure class with emphasis on learning by team discussion and problem solving.