Synthesize novel materials via inorganic, solvothermal and solid-state chemistry techniques. Developed method to probe the complex interplay of structure and properties in intercalated iron-chalcogenides. Experienced in neutron and synchrotron X-ray scattering techniques with particular interest in method development for temperature dependent in situ powder X-ray diffraction.

Teaching Assistant for Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory and General Chemistry

Adapted induction heating rig for initial laboratory testing as part of Ames Laboratory's Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) program. Constructed housing unit for safe, reproducible experimentation. System will ultimately enhance research methods for temperature dependent in situ PXRD experiments conducted at Argonne National Laboratory, US DOE.

Inorganic Chemistry PhD Candidate

Teaching Assistant for Inorganic Chemistry, X-Ray Structure Determination and General Chemistry.