 Effects of active site density and arrangement on turnover rates of NOx selective catalytic reduction with NH3 using Cu-zeolites, interrogated using steady-state kinetic and in operando X-ray absorption spectroscopic measurements across widely varying reaction conditions

 Dissertation: Controlling Reactivity in the Conversion of Biomass-derived Levoglucosenone to Renewable Chemicals over Metal and Acid Catalysts

-Assisted graduate student with research project studying catalysis of Aldol Condensation reactions for alternative fuel applications-Gained detailed understanding of kinetic theory and experimental methods in catalysis-Analyzed data and literature to help predict and discover molecular reaction pathways

 Supported Next Generation Fuel Additives project to improve fuel economy in Chevron gasoline worldwide and strengthen one of Chevron’s best-known brands: Techron Synthesized and evaluated proprietary additives which attack harmful engine deposits  Studied process parameters of one step in the synthesis of Friction Modifier additives to optimize reaction conditions and improve commercial viability

-Supported Strategic Research Project into Base Oil characterization to benefit Marketing and New Business Development, strengthening Chevron’s position as a technology leader-Integrated novel laboratory technique and detailed chemical analysis to improve understanding of Base Oil low-temperature properties-Demonstrated long-term value of project to Chevron Lubricants business in a presentation to Lubrication Technology