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Greater Boston

The CSO ensures the health and safety of all employees and contractors working at PSI via the implementation of corporate safety policies and compliance with local, state, and federal laws. The role requires a breadth of understanding that spans safety knowledge (governmental requirements/permits, Hazmat storage/transport, and establishing safety culture) and also technical knowledge that spans the technologies (and associated safety hazards) being developed across R&D and manufacturing… Show more The CSO ensures the health and safety of all employees and contractors working at PSI via the implementation of corporate safety policies and compliance with local, state, and federal laws. The role requires a breadth of understanding that spans safety knowledge (governmental requirements/permits, Hazmat storage/transport, and establishing safety culture) and also technical knowledge that spans the technologies (and associated safety hazards) being developed across R&D and manufacturing business units at PSI. Show less

Synopsis: Principal Scientist in Materials Technologies Group at Physical Sciences Inc. Experienced with all aspects of contract R&D—writing and winning successful proposals, program management, hands-on research, technology commercialization and market assessment. Responsibilities: ➢ Program Manager and Researcher for SBIR and industry R&D contracts o Managing and performing in the development of applied technology o Program planning, technical… Show more Synopsis: Principal Scientist in Materials Technologies Group at Physical Sciences Inc. Experienced with all aspects of contract R&D—writing and winning successful proposals, program management, hands-on research, technology commercialization and market assessment. Responsibilities: ➢ Program Manager and Researcher for SBIR and industry R&D contracts o Managing and performing in the development of applied technology o Program planning, technical execution, and milestone management o Reporting and interfacing with technical points of contact within governmental agencies Relevant Experience: ➢ Scientific and proposal writing➢ Synthesis and scale-up of micro/nanomaterials➢ Antimicrobial evaluation of materials, textiles, and processes ➢ Clean-room fabrication and testing ➢ Materials with engineered absorption and transmission in the SWIR and MWIR Show less

Beijing City, China

Synopsis: Research scientist in Functional Inorganic Materials Group at the Institute of Process Engineering. Hands-on experience with hydrothermal and colloidal methods of synthesis for the production of micro/nanomaterials and their composites. Lab-scale production and testing of dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and lithium ion batteries (LIBs) and photocatalysts. "Editor in Chief" of laboratory in charge of writing/editing scientific papers, grant proposals, and interfacing with… Show more Synopsis: Research scientist in Functional Inorganic Materials Group at the Institute of Process Engineering. Hands-on experience with hydrothermal and colloidal methods of synthesis for the production of micro/nanomaterials and their composites. Lab-scale production and testing of dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and lithium ion batteries (LIBs) and photocatalysts. "Editor in Chief" of laboratory in charge of writing/editing scientific papers, grant proposals, and interfacing with journal editors. Accomplishments:➢ Awarded CAS Young International Scientist Fellowship (300,000 CNY/yr)➢ 3 publications in high impact peer reviewed journals➢ 2 funded research grants (1 National, 1 International)➢ 1 invited international 4 oral and poster presentations (1 award)Responsibilities: ➢ Project manager for dye-sensitized solar cell (DSSC) and lithium ion battery (LIB) initiatives➢ Synthesis of energy-related inorganic materials (SnO2, ZnO, TiO2, Fe2O3, CoO3, etc.) and colloidal metals (Au, Ag)➢ Design and optimization of electronic and mass transport in DSSCs and LIBs➢ Scientific writing and communication in english ➢ Mentoring >15 Chinese Ph.D., M.Sc., postdocs and research scientists: o Grant proposal and scientific writing seminars o Advanced research and problem solving techniques o Laboratory safety and institution of standard operating proceduresInternational networking/communication:➢ Built national/international relationships with governments (CAS—Chemistry, Nano Institute) and universities (Peking University, HKUST, University of Cordoba)➢ First-hand understanding of Chinese culture, research capabilities and limitations, and individual and national motivations/goals Show less

Synopsis:4 years experience synthesizing targeted nanomaterials synthesis for novel electronics, biosensors and therapeutics, and energy harvesting and storage. Extensive knowledge of semiconductors, metals, and metal oxides nanomaterials. Project coordinator for silicon nanomaterials initiatives—all aspects from materials synthesis to coordinating with multidisciplinary collaborators to create biosensors. Significant experience running a laboratory, independently establishing productive… Show more Synopsis:4 years experience synthesizing targeted nanomaterials synthesis for novel electronics, biosensors and therapeutics, and energy harvesting and storage. Extensive knowledge of semiconductors, metals, and metal oxides nanomaterials. Project coordinator for silicon nanomaterials initiatives—all aspects from materials synthesis to coordinating with multidisciplinary collaborators to create biosensors. Significant experience running a laboratory, independently establishing productive collaborations, cultivating group morale, and motivating students to become confident independent scientists. Advisor: Dr. Brian A. KorgelAchievements: ➢ Awarded NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship (40,000 CAD/yr)➢ Four years experience in wet-chemical inorganic and organic synthesiso 15 publications in high impact journals o 1 published patent—silicon nanomaterials o 5 invited presentations and 4 oral presentations Experience and responsibilities: ➢ Developed matrix assisted synthesis of light emitting silicon nanocrystals➢ Developed solution-phase solution-liquid-solid route to silicon nanorods➢ Wet-chemical etching of gold tips from silicon nanorods and oxides from silicon nanocrystals and nanowires➢ Discovered plasmonic semiconductor nanocrystals (Cu2-xSe)—and new form of materials➢ Metal and semiconductor nanocrystal synthesis (Au, Ag, Sn, Si, Ge, CdSe, Fe2O3, etc.)➢ Routine materials characterization—TEM, SEM, EDX, PL, UV-vis, Raman, FTIR, XPS, XRD, etc.)➢ Lead bionanotechnology initiatives—achieved in vitro plasmonic photothermal ablation of cancer cells and ex vivo tissue imaging with Si quantum dots Leadership activities:➢ Independently established productive national/international collaborations ➢ Classroom lecturing for graduate and undergraduate students➢ Gained leadership and personnel management skills as the single postdoctoral fellow for lab containing >15 Ph.D and M.Sc. students for 3 years Show less

Braga, Portugal

Synopsis: Independently wrote research proposal selected for funding at the INL. Attached DNA to the surface of silicon nanocrystals and gold nanorods using EDC/NHS coupling chemistry

Grenoble, France

Synopsis: Visiting Scientist at the CEA. Independently wrote research proposal selected for funding. Studied the photophysics of silicon nanocrystals with steady-state and time-resolved photoluminescence spectroscopy experiments at room and cryogenic temperatures. Achieved first demonstration of band edge emission (1100 nm) from monodisperse silicon nanocrystals.

Synopsis: Four years experience in high temperature matrix-assisted growth of light emitting silicon, germanium, and SiGe nanocrystals. Chemical etching and surface chemistry of semiconductor nanocrystals. Nanocrystal doping with rare earth elements. Laser-based and synchrotron spectroscopy and I discovered a straightforward route to monodisperse silicon nanocrystals using a molecular precursor, hydrogen silsesquioxane (H8Si8O12). Achievements:• Awarded NSERC Postgraduate… Show more Synopsis: Four years experience in high temperature matrix-assisted growth of light emitting silicon, germanium, and SiGe nanocrystals. Chemical etching and surface chemistry of semiconductor nanocrystals. Nanocrystal doping with rare earth elements. Laser-based and synchrotron spectroscopy and I discovered a straightforward route to monodisperse silicon nanocrystals using a molecular precursor, hydrogen silsesquioxane (H8Si8O12). Achievements:• Awarded NSERC Postgraduate Fellowship (27,500 CAD/yr)• 12 publications in high impact journals• 2 published patents—discovered novel method to prepare silicon nanocrystals from hydrogen silsesquioxane (FOx-16, Dow Corning)• 1 Invited presentation and 6 oral presentations (2 presentation awards)• Determined the source of emission from silicon nanocrystals Synthesis:• Pioneered silicon (Si) and germanium (Ge) initiatives in the Veinot Group:o Developed novel matrix-assisted growth of Si, Ge, and SixGe1-x nanocrystalso Established wet-chemical etching protocols to selectively remove SiO2, GeO2, and etch Si and Ge nanocrystalso Determined origin of luminescence from Si nanocrystals using synchrotron- and laser-based spectroscopy Teaching and mentoring:• Teaching assistant (3 years) responsible for leading laboratory classes and seminars, delivering lectures, office hours, and grading for 20+ students• Mentored 10+ graduate and undergraduate students in nanocrystal synthesis and advanced problem solving Show less

Edmonton, Canada

Source Determination of Elevated Ground Level Ozone at an Air Quality Monitoring Site. Analyzed and interpreted four years of ground level ozone, VOC, and radioactive beryllium 7 concentrations at an air quality monitoring site in Alberta. Determined the source of elevated ground level ozone levels by correlating ozone concentrations with wind direction, environmental factors, and atmospheric pollutants.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Materials Chemistry

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.), Chemistry, With Distinction

Industrial Internship Program