Anthony Cartwright Email & Phone Number

United States

• Scaled up best mode syntheses for surface-functionalized biotherapeutic nanoparticles (10x) in a GMP lab• Materials characterization and methods development (DLS, SEM, TEM, UV-Vis, FTIR, AAS, HPLC, Bioassays)• Interfaced with customers and conducted literature reviews to inform experiments for custom R&D requests• Wet lab synthesis of nanoparticles and bioconjugates invovling standard bench chemistry, clean room usage, and following ISO and GMP guidelines

Logan, Utah

• Synthesized silica nanoparticles with functional coatings to reduce agglomeration and tune transport in complex media• Designed nano silica-based fertilizers to promote wheat crop growth by 10% and enhance drought stress recovery• Analyzed scientific data, published experimental results in peer reviewed journals, and mentored undergraduates for conference presentations1st Author/Co-1st Author Publications:Cartwright, A., Jackson, K., Morgan, C., Anderson, A., & Britt, D. W. (2020). A review of metal and metal-oxide nanoparticle coating technologies to inhibit agglomeration and increase bioactivity for agricultural applications. Agronomy, 10(7), 1018.Potter, M., Deakin, J., Cartwright, A., Hortin, J., Sparks, D., Anderson, A. J., ... & Britt, D. W. (2021). Absence of nanoparticle-induced drought tolerance in nutrient sufficient wheat seedlings. Environmental Science & Technology, 55(20), 13541-13550.Cartwright, A., Anderson, A. J., & Britt, D. W. (2022). Pluronic F68-capped SiO2 nanoparticles are compatible as delivery vehicles to roots and shoots. MRS Advances, 7(16), 327-332.Supporting Author Publications:Giasuddin, A. B. M., Cartwright, A., Jackson, K., & Britt, D. W. (2019). One-step hydrophobic silica nanoparticle synthesis at the air/water interface. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 7(6), 6204-6212.Giasuddin, A. B. M., Cartwright, A., & Britt, D. W. (2021). Silica Nanoparticles Synthesized from 3, 3, 3-Propyl (trifluoro) trimethoxysilane or n-Propyltrimethoxysilane for Creating Superhydrophobic Surfaces. ACS Applied Nano Materials, 4(4), 4092-4102.Esper Neto, M., Britt, D. W., Lara, L. M., Cartwright, A., dos Santos, R. F., Inoue, T. T., & Batista, M. A. (2020). Initial development of corn seedlings after seed priming with nanoscale synthetic zinc oxide. Agronomy, 10(2), 307.

Twin Cities, Minnesota

• Specialized in advanced techniques for nanoindentation analysis utilizing in-situ SPM and AFM imaging• Drafted engineering reports, standard operating procedures, and application notes for analytical services• Assisted in he transition to ISO-9000 certification

Los Alamos, Nm

One year internship as a post-master;s student researcher at the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT)• Independently researched novel AFM techniques for the analysis and manipulation of DNA samples at the Laboratory for Ultrafast Materials and Optical Science (LUMOS)

Bristol, United Kingdom

Completed an interdisciplinary masters degree program studying Nanoscience and Functional Nanomaterials.Lecture Topics:Nanoscale Forces and PhysicsNanobiomaterialsNanotoxicologyElectrochemistry at the NanoscaleComputer Modeling of NanomaterialsNano-Optics and PhotonicsLeadership and Management Training and Certification(Level 3 Certification from the Institute of Leadership and Management)Materials Analysis and Characterization Methods:SEM*, TEM*, AFM*, XRD*, FTIR*, UV/Vis, CVD, FIB, NMR, Optical Tweezers, Mass Spec, Particle Size Analysis, Confocal Fluorescence Microscopy*(*Received training and/or hands-on research experience using the equipment.)Research Topics:-Assessed the crystal growth parameters of langasite nanowires utilizing a new bio-templating synthesis method, and attempted to improve the phase purity. Characterized nanowires using SEM, TEM, and XRD analysis.-Studied the transformation optics of dielectric metamaterial cloaking devices, and used POV-ray software to create computer simulations of various proposed designs in an effort to determine their relative feasibility.-Working with industry partners, analyzed the nature of phase separation in acrylic emulsion coatings during desiccation. Characterized samples using AFM, FTIR, and exploratory confocal microscopy techniques.Activities:NanoX Scientific Community Outreach Program-Introduced nanotechnology concepts to local secondary school students-Hosted an interactive debate for younger students-Participated in a nanotechnology-themed science fairLocal league badminton teamChamber Orchestra (Viola)Helped create the weekly nanoscience MSc study group

• Characterized and compared source materials for new inks and plastics used in commercial products• Working in GMP environment, performed routine laboratory testing and statistical analysis on plastic tubes and adhesive inks and coatings. Tests included scratch and durability testing, permeability analysis, TGA, and basic physical measurements• Maintained Standard Operating Procedures, and updated them in order to improve testing methods and reproducibility of experiments• Communicated results and findings to senior R&D members and to teams in Sales and Manufacturing• Assisted with assembly line production, database entry, and data verification• Researched new potential products and occasionally communicated with prospective materials suppliers• Contributed to a continuous improvement team that generated new ideas to help reduce waste and increase efficiency at the plant

Masters Of Science, Biological/Biosystems Engineering, 3.7

Activities and Societies: PDRF Fellowship, Pickleball, Badmintion, Gordon Research ConferenceSurface-functionalization of silica.

Master Of Science (Msc), Nanoscience And Functional Nanomaterials

Activities and Societies: NanoX Student Outreach Program University String Orchestra UoB Badminton Club

Bachelor'S Degree, Macromolecular Science And Engineering

Activities and Societies: Product Design Competition, Residence Hall Committee, Math Team, Physics and Astronomy Club, Chamber Orchestra.