High/low viscosity resin and relevant composite formulations with cyclic olefinsFrontal ring opening metathesis polymerizarion (FROMP) reactionsThermoset resin formulationsCatalyst studies for improved reactivity and stabilization with longer shelf life for thermoset polymer formulationsCured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) application for pipe repairs for infrastructure lines via thermoset resin formulations

Extensive hands on experience on semiconductor quantum dot synthesis, characterization and ligand exchange reactions to implement on light emitting diodes (LED) and sensors with collaborators.Synthesis and characterization of Cd-free semiconductor quantum dots with red-green-blue (RGB) emissions.Synthesis of core/shell quantum dots for the best possible optical properties and stability.Mechanistic analysis of ligand exchange reactions of quantum dots while preserving the photoluminescence properties and making them compatible for device fabrication.Near infrared (short-wave infrared) absorbing/emitting quantum dots for sensor applications.Three disclosure filings on high yield visible spectrum emission as well as near-infrared absorption semiconductor quantum dot materials.One disclosure filing on the crystallinity of the semiconductor quantum dots emitting in the visible region relevant to its optical properties.Monodisperse, well-defined Nickel nanoparticle synthesis, characterization and ligand exchange reactions to prepare inks compatible for ink-jet printing Nickel nanoparticle inks for multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) productionTwo disclosure filings on nickel nanoparticle synthesis, characterization, ligand exchange reactions and ink preparations en route to multilayer ceramic capacitor manufacturing via ink-jet printing

Synthesis and characterization of Cd- and Pb-free semiconductor quantum dots with targeted propertiesLigand exchange reactions of quantum dots en route to light emitting device fabrication

Identification of the true catalyst via kinetics, poisoning, and a spectrum of physical characterization techniques

Responsible for about 50 family residents living in University ApartmentsCoordinate and execute programs to socialize with residents

Conducting recitation hours for Inorganic Chemistry 1 and 2 classes for junior and sophomore students. Conducting Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory.