Materials Science
Our engineers and scientists conduct basic and applied research in materials science. Working closely with clients, we offer expertise in synthesis, characterization, and modeling to design new materials or improve the performance of existing materials. Our novel materials will provide the technological basis for advancements in construction, air filtration, water purification, drug delivery, and hydrogen production and purification.
Focus Areas
- Cement and Concrete Technology
- Solid-State Nucleonics
- Optoelectronic Materials
- Aerosol Technology
- Nanofibers
- Membrane Technologies
- Thermoelectric Materials
- Metamaterials
- Nanoparticles, Nanotubes, and Quantum Dots
Capabilities
- Materials characterization
- Polymer processing
- Electrospinning and electrospray
- Modeling and simulation of membrane processes with and without chemical reactions
Key Publications and Patents
- U.S. Patent 7,297,305: Electrospinning in a controlled gaseous environment
- U.S. 7,134,857: Electrospinning of fibers using a rotatable spray head
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