2015 Resume Booklet - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at
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2015 Resume Booklet - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at
Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Doctoral Candidates & Postdoctorates Resume Booklet (2014 - 2015) University of Delaware 2014-2015 Resumes CONTENTS • • Letter from Department Chair, Dr. Abraham M. Lenhoff Alphabetical Listing of Resumes Gregory V. Barnett Robert J. Lovelett Qi Chen Ming Luo Colin D. Cwalina Stephen Ma Jillian A. Emerson Eyas Mahmoud Robert V. Forest MyatNoe Zin Myint Jingsi Gao Matthew S. Rehmann Ke Gong Jonathan Rosen Angela L. Holmberg Anvar Samadzoda Scott Horton Lisa A. Sawicki Gregory S. Hutchings Theodore Dallas Swift Bahar Ipek Chia-Hung Tsai Lilian Lam Josephson Amalie Tuerk Tyler R. Josephson Zachary Whiteman Wei-Fan Kuan Ke Xiong Jason A. Loiland Bryan T. Yonemoto January 2015 Dear Friends and Prospective Employers: On behalf of the faculty of the Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, I am pleased to introduce to you candidates for professional careers at the doctoral or post-doctoral level who are or intend to be available for employment within the next year. We have just celebrated the centennial of Chemical Engineering at the University of Delaware, with its long tradition of excellence dating back to the era of Allan Colburn and Bob Pigford. This tradition spans our principal missions of education and scholarship, and it is in our graduate program that these missions are especially closely integrated. Consequently, our graduate program has consistently been ranked as one of the top such programs in the country, and this recognition owes much to the outstanding qualities of our graduate students and other participants. We are now one of the largest producers of chemical engineering PhDs, with more than 150 current graduate students, postdocs and researchers in the department. Although we take great pride in their successes and accomplishments as students in the department, it is in their subsequent careers that they really come into their own, so we greatly appreciate your potential interest in their future employment. Many of our graduate students take advantage of the rich array of interdepartmental and interdisciplinary programs and resources at the university to enhance their education and training. Examples include many institutes and centers, such as the Delaware Biotechnology Institute, UD Energy Institute, Institute for Energy Conversion, Center for Composite Materials, Center for Catalytic Science and Technology, and Center for Molecular and Engineering Thermodynamics, as well as training programs such as the NIH Chemistry–Biology Interface Program and the NSF IGERT Program in Systems Biology of Cells in Engineered Environments. These provide our students with access to facilities, faculty mentors, and graduate student peers well beyond the scope that any one department could offer, and are crucial to our commitment to provide educational and research opportunities at the interdisciplinary frontiers of our field. To learn more about the Department, our faculty and their research, and each of these students, I invite you to visit our web site www.che.udel.edu. The changes that we continually strive to make in terms of new faculty, new research initiatives, and new leadership will continue to make Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at Delaware a premier educator of highly qualified doctoral and postdoctoral students. Finally, the motivation and organization for this effort originated with our graduate student organization, the Colburn Club. We are proud of our students and are grateful for the energy and creativity they bring to all our endeavors. We hope that this compilation of resumes will be of benefit to all – please share it broadly with others in your company interested in hiring students. Sincerely, Abraham M. Lenhoff Allan P. Colburn Professor and Department Chair GREGORY V BARNETT 1005 Paul Dr Rockville, MD 20851 (717) 723-6236 [email protected] EDUCATION University of Delaware, Newark, DE Ph.D Chemical Engineering Cumulative GPA 3.62/4.0 expected Spring 2016 Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA B.S Chemical Engineering summa cum laude Cumulative GPA 3.82/4.0 May 2011 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE University of Delaware, Newark, DE Department of Chemical Engineering-Graduate Research Assistant 2011-Present · Thesis: Improved Understanding of an IgG1 monoclonal antibody aggregation mechanism Advisor: Christopher J. Roberts • Investigated role of IgG1 protein-protein interaction on the aggregation mechanism and morphology • Developed device and method to efficiently measure IgG1 accelerated aggregation rates . • Characterized protein-water and protein-excipient interactions using densimetry National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD NIST Center for Neutron Research - Guest Researcher 2014 · Investigated aggregation behavior of IgG1 aggregation mechanism at intermediate protein concentrations. Collaborator: Paul Butler • Investigated morphology for different IgG1 aggregation mechanisms using SANS. • Investigated the effect of sucrose on the aggregation mechanism and rates using SANS. Malvern Instruments, Colombia, MD Guest Researcher 2014 · Performed simultaneous DLS-Raman to understand protein structural changes and aggregate morphology Collaborators: Wei Qi, Samiul Amin, and E. Neil Lewis • pH and protein concentration affected the aCgn aggregate morphology. • Scattering and viscosity results showed pH and protein concentration affected aggregate morphology and viscosity behavior Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA Opportunity for Student Innovation 2010-2011 · Expression and Characterization of Hydrophobin, a Protein Based Surfactant Advisor: Bryan Berger • CMC and secondary structure of Hydrophobin were pH dependent illustrating potential application for drug delivery University of Colorado , Boulder, CO NSF- Research Experience for Undergraduates Summer 2010 · Detecting Defects in SAPO-34 membrances Advisor: John Falconer • Developed a device to scan and detect defects in the zeolite membranes Texas AM, College Station, TX NSF- Research Experience for Undergraduates Summer 2009 · Synthesis and Characterization of Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework Thin Films Advisor: Hae-Kwon Jeong • Synthesized ZIF thin films for hydrogen-methane separation PUBLICATIONS 1. Barnett, G.V., Razinkov, V., Kerwin, B., Laue, T.M., Woodka, A., Butler, P. Perevozchikova, T., Roberts, C.J. “Specific Ion Effects on the Aggregation Mechanisms and Protein-Protein Interactions for Anti-Streptavidin Immunoglobulin Gamma-1” (in preparation) 2. Barnett, G.V., Razinkov, V., Kerwin, B. ., Roberts, C.J. “Non-Native Aggregation Rates of Anti-Streptavidin Immunoglobulin Gamma-1 Determined Using Parallel Temperatures Initial Rates” (in preparations) 3. Amin, S. Barnett, G.V., Pathak, J. A. Roberts, C. J. Sarangapani, P. S. “Protein Aggregation, Particle Formation, Characterization Rheology.” Curr. Opin. Colloid Interface Sci, 2014. 4. McCarthy M.C, Varela V.V , Barnett, G.V., and Jeong H.K, “Synthesis of Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework Films and Membranes with Controlled Microstructure”, Langmuir, 2010, 26 (18), 1463614641. PRESENTATIONS 1. “Improved Understanding of the IgG1 Aggregation Mechanism” Biomolecular Interactions Technology Center Symposium, Newark, DE. 2. ”Simultaneous DLS-Raman as a complimentary technique to monitor protein aggregation” Engineering Conferences International, Durham, NC. LEADERSHIP AND MENTORING Teaching Assistant for CHEG 345 Junior Lab with Mark Shiflett • Implemented a new kinetics laboratory: Bromination of Acetone. • Oversaw students’ safety and guided them with running the reaction Mentoring Undergraduate and High School Students • Ian LeBlanc- Investigated aCgn and IgG1 interactions with densimetry • Daniel Castle - Investigated aCgn and sucrose interactions with densimetry • Marianna Fleischman- Using rotation to simulate compression and dilation at the air-liquid interface of protein solutions Qi Chen 150 Academy Street Newark, DE 19716 1 Phone: 302-419-5259 Email: [email protected] 1 EDUCATION Ph.D Candidate in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering University of Delaware Advisor: Prof. Wilfred Chen 2011-present BEng in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (with First Honor) Georgia Institute of Technology (Exchange Program) 2007-2011 Jan-May 2010 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Graduate Research Assistant, University of Delaware 2014-present Engineering Outer Membrane Vesicle for Multifunctionalization Advisor: Prof. Wilfred Chen Seeking to engineer the bacterial outer membrane vesicles as nanoscale proteoliposomes with desired functionalities with rational modification on integral and peripheral membrane proteins Graduate Research Assistant, University of Delaware 2012-present Engineering 3-Dimensional Protein Scaffolds for Biocatalysts Assembly Advisor: Prof. Wilfred Chen Modified nanoscale protein nanoparticles as modular scaffold for enzyme assembly Demonstrated the feasibility of the enzyme-assembly strategy ranging from small monomeric enzymes to bulky tetrameric enzymes Extended the study on enzyme-scaffold synergy to a larger temperature range with the combination of thermostable protein nanoparticles and themophilic enyzmes Enabled efficient thermo-responsive purification of enzyme-scaffold complex with the incorporation of elastin-like polypeptides Undergraduate Research Assistant, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Sept 2010-Jun 2011 A pH-Responsive, Aptamer-Mediated Drug Delivery System for Cancer Cell Advisor: Prof. Yongli Mi Constructed nanoscale particles with poly(methacrylic acid) as drug carrier Designed pH-responsive drug release mechanism via the conformation change of DNA oligos inside the nanoparticles Undergraduate Research Assistant, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Jun-Aug 2009 Advanced Treatment Technologies for Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals in Water Environment Advisor: Prof. King Lun Yeung Evaluated the performance of ozone degradation system on samples containing caffeine, carbamazepine, or nonylphenol in terms of residual amount and the toxicity of byproducts with HPLC and TOC Qi Chen 150 Academy Street Newark, DE 19716 Phone: 302-419-5259 Email: [email protected] 1 1 1 PUBLICATIONS Q. Chen, Q. Sun, S-W. Wang, E. T. Boder, W. Chen. Thermally-responsive and biocatalytic protein nanocages by sortase-mediated stepwise modular display. In preparation. R. Chen*, Q. Chen*, H. Kim*, K-H. Siu*, Q. Sun*, S-L. Tsai, W. Chen. Biomolecular scaffolds for enhanced signaling and catalytic efficiency, Current Opinion in Biotechnology, 2014, 28:59-68. (*Equal Contribution) PRESENTATION Q. Chen, Q. Sun, S-W. Wang, E. T. Boder, W. Chen. Engineering 3-dimensional protein scaffolds for biocatalysis assembly, 247th American Chemical Society National Meeting and Exposition, Dallas, TX, Mar 2014. TEACHING EXPERIENCE Teaching Assistant, University of Delaware Fall 2013 EGGG101: Introduction to Engineering Coordinated learning resources for a class of one thousand students INTERNSHIP Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (Hong Kong) Conducted market research to identify potential clients in China Aug 2010 LEADERSHIP EXPEREINCE Student Ambassador of School of Engineering, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology 2009-2010 Green Ambassador, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology 2008-2011 Colin Cwalina, Curriculum Vitae Colin D. Cwalina 1 720 Woodlawn Avenue Wilmington, DE 19805 717-579-3071 [email protected] EDUCATION: University of Delaware PhD Candidate, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering GPA: 3.68/4.00 Thesis Topic: Shear Thickening Fluid (STF) – Nanocomposites for Improved Hypervelocity Impact Protection against Micrometeoroids and Orbital Debris (MMOD) Advisor: Dr. Norman J. Wagner The Pennsylvania State University, 2011 Bachelor of Science with Distinction, Chemical Engineering GPA: 3.82/4.00 RESEARCH AREAS: Rheology of complex fluids, colloidal science, particle and surface interactions, textile engineering, high velocity impact phenomena RESEARCH EXPERIENCE: University of Delaware, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Newark, DE (2011-Present) Graduate Research Assistant Developed robust protocol for the measurement of normal stress differences in concentrated colloidal dispersions on a stress-controlled rheometer Determined the ballistic limit of the NASA extra-vehicular activity (EVA) suit containing shear thickening fluid against hypervelocity micrometeoroid threats Investigated the effects of geometric confinement on the rheological response of concentrated colloidal dispersions E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company Wilmington, DE (2011) Intern, DuPont Photovoltaic Solutions Developed explicit experimental procedure to measure time-dependent moisture ingress through photovoltaic (PV) encapsulant materials Modeled moisture diffusion behavior in PV encapsulants Used mathematical model to predict the effect of moisture ingress on the long-term reliability of PV modules Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Chemical Engineering, University of Delaware Newark, DE (2010) Undergraduate Researcher Studied the rheopectic behavior of poly-3-hexylthiophene (P3HT) in 2-Ethylnaphthalene (2-EN) under steady and oscillatory shear flow Linked the rheopectic behavior of P3HT:2-EN solutions with the time-dependent formation of microcrystals under shear flow Used atomic force microscopy (AFM) to characterize the microcrystals in solution Colin Cwalina, Curriculum Vitae 2 PUBLICATIONS: C.D. Cwalina and N.J. Wagner. “Normal Stress Differences in Shear Thickening Dispersions of Cubic Colloids.” (in preparation) C.D. Cwalina and N.J. Wagner. “Rheology of non-Brownian Particles Suspended in Concentrated Colloidal Dispersions.” (in preparation) C.D. Cwalina, R.D. Dombrowski, and N.J. Wagner. “Effect of Interlayer Friction on the Puncture Resistance of Aramid Ballistic and Correctional Fabrics.” (in preparation) C.D. Cwalina, R.D. Dombrowski, C.J. McCutcheon, E.L. Christiansen, and N.J. Wagner. “MMOD Puncture Resistance of EVA Suits with Shear Thickening Fluid (STF) – ArmorTM Absorber Layers.” (submitted 2014). C.D. Cwalina and N.J. Wagner. “Material Properties of the Shear-Thickened State in Concentrated Near Hard-Sphere Colloidal Dispersions.” Journal of Rheology (2014), 58, 949-967 N.A. Nguyen, J.J. Wie, C.D. Cwalina, J. Liu, D.C. Martin, and M.E. Mackay. “Shear Induced Crystallization of a Semiconducting Polymer.” Macromolecules (2014), 47, 3343-3349 CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS: C.D. Cwalina and N.J. Wagner. “Rheology of non-Brownian Particles Suspended in Concentrated Colloidal Dispersions.” Society of Rheology 86th Annual Meeting. Philadelphia, PA. October 7, 2014. C.D. Cwalina and N.J. Wagner. “Material Properties of the Shear-Thickened State in Concentrated Near Hard-Sphere Colloidal Dispersions.” ACS Colloids and Surface Science Symposium. Philadelphia, PA. June 24, 2014. C.D. Cwalina and N.J. Wagner. “Material Properties of the Shear-Thickened State in Concentrated Near Hard-Sphere Colloidal Dispersions.” Society of Rheology 85th Annual Meeting. Montreal, Quebec, Canada. October 15, 2013. POSTER PRESENTATIONS: C.D. Cwalina, R.D. Dombrowski, and N.J. Wagner. “Shear Thickening Fluid (STF) - Nanocomposites for Improved Hypervelocity Impact Protection against Micrometeoroids and Orbital Debris (MMOD).” Society of Rheology 86th Annual Meeting. Philadelphia, PA. Oct. 8, 2014. C.D. Cwalina and N.J. Wagner. “Shear Thickening Fluid (STF) – Nanocomposites for Cut, Puncture and Hypervelocity Impact Resistance.” International Fine Particle Research Institute (IFPRI) AGM 2013. Newark, DE, June 20, 2013. AWARDS: Delaware Space Grant Graduate Fellowship Society of Rheology Student Travel Grant (2013-Present) (2013) PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Society of Rheology American Institute of Chemical Engineers *References available upon request* (2013-Present) (2013-Present) Jillian A. Emerson 1103 Lauren Pl, Newark, DE 19702 Email: [email protected] Office: 302-831-6636 Cell: 603-770-6658 EDUCATION University of Delaware, Newark, DE Ph.D. Candidate: Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Cumulative GPA: 3.54/4.00 Expected graduation Fall 2015 Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD Bachelor of Science: Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Minor: Environmental Engineering Cumulative GPA: 3.69/4.00 Graduated May 2010 Phillips Exeter Academy, Exeter, NH Graduated June 2006 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, University of Delaware Winter 2011 - present Graduate research assistant “Nanoparticle Stabilization of Co-continuous Polymer Blends for Organic Photovoltaic Applications” Advisors: Thomas H. Epps, III and Eric M. Furst ‒ Determined polymer-solvent and polymer-polymer interaction parameters with solvent vapor swelling of thin films ‒ Combined theoretical and experimental methods to study polymer blend solution phase behavior ‒ Developed method to capture the onset of phase separation in situ during casting of polymer blends and polymer nanocomposites using changes in material properties ‒ Established an international collaboration to visualize phase separation in thin films during casting Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University Summer - Fall 2009 Undergraduate researcher ‒ Examined the methods for algae lysis and separation of the lipids from other cell material ‒ Wrote comprehensive report to relay findings to professor and graduate students Chemical Engineering, University of Delaware Summer 2008 National Science Foundation-Research Experience for Undergraduates (NSF-REU) ‒ Studied the self-assembly of amino acids under acidic, basic, and neutral conditions ‒ Presented findings to a board of professors and peers PUBLICATIONS Emerson, J. A.; Toolan, D. T. W.; Howse, J. R.; Furst, E. M.; Epps, T. H., III, Macromolecules 2013, 46 (16) 6533-6540 “Determination of Solvent−Polymer and Polymer−Polymer Flory−Huggins Interaction Parameters for Poly(3-hexylthiophene) via Solvent Vapor Swelling” Ul Haq, E.; Toolan, D. T. W.; Emerson, J. A.; Epps, T. H., III; Howse, J. R.; Dunbar, A. D. F.; Ebbens, S. J. J. Polym. Sci. Part B: Polym. Phys. 2014, 52 (15) 985-992 “Real Time Laser Interference Microscopy for Bar-Spread Polystyrene/Poly(methyl methacrylate) Blends” *cover article* PRESENTATIONS Jillian A. Emerson, Eric M. Furst, Thomas H. Epps, III, “Effect of material rheology on polymer blend thin film morphology” (poster), Society of Rheology 86th Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA, October 8, 2014 Jillian A. Emerson, Eric M. Furst, Thomas H. Epps, III, “Phase Behavior of Polymer Blends for Organic Photovoltaic Applications” APS March Meeting, Denver, CO, March 5, 2014 Jillian A. Emerson, Eric M. Furst, Thomas H. Epps, III, “Phase Behavior of Polystyrene/Poly(3hexylthiophene) Blends for Organic Photovoltaics”, Winter Research Review, Newark, DE, January, 29, 2014 Jillian A. Emerson, Eric M. Furst, Thomas H. Epps, III, “Phase Behavior of Polymer Blends for Organic Photovoltaic Applications”, Summer Research Review, Newark, DE, May 30, 2012 Jillian A. Emerson, Eric M. Furst, Thomas H. Epps, III, “Characterization of Polymer Blend Phase Behavior for Organic Photovoltaics” (poster), Center for Molecular and Engineering Thermodynamics Research Review, Newark, DE, May 3, 2012 Jillian A. Emerson, Eric M. Furst, Thomas H. Epps, III, “Phase Behavior of Polymer Blends for Organic Photovoltaic Applications” (poster), University of Delaware Research Foundation, Fall 2011 Jillian A. Emerson, Eric M. Furst, Thomas H. Epps, III, Mid-Atlantic Soft Matter Conferences (Summer 2013, Winter 2013, Fall 2011, Summer 2011) TEACHING EXPERIENCE Teaching assistant, Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Fall 2011, Fall 2013 ‒ Introduction to Thermodynamics (CHEG231), undergraduate core course • Organized and led exam review sessions • Created homework solutions, graded term projects, managed team of undergraduate graders ‒ Introduction to Polymer Science (CHEG600/MSEG630), upper lever undergraduate and graduate student elective • Created problem set solutions and graded assignments, including a term project • Held weekly homework help sessions Research Mentor Summer 2012 - present ‒ Trained undergraduate and graduate students on laboratory techniques and equipment use ‒ Supervised 2 high school student interns through American Chemical Society’s Project SEED program (3 summers) and one undergraduate research student (1 year) LEADERSHIP & OUTREACH Outreach volunteer, University of Delaware Assisted with various STEM outreach events for local K-12 students Summer 2013 - present Graduate student mentor, University of Delaware Mentored first-year chemical & biomolecular engineering graduate students Vice president, Ready Set Design, Johns Hopkins University Helped organize events to introduce middle school girls to engineering AWARDS & HONORS Robert L. Pigford Teaching Assistant Award Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, University of Delaware Departmental Honors Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University Dean’s List, Johns Hopkins University Fall 2012 Spring 2008 - Spring 2010 Spring 2014 Spring 2010 Spring 2007, Spring 2008 - Fall 2009 SKILLS Equipment/Techniques: Atomic force microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, optical microscopy, dynamic light scattering, nanoparticle synthesis, spin coating, blade coating, polymer thin film annealing techniques Computer: MS Office Suite, Brookhaven Dynamic Light Scattering Software, Origin, Matlab, Mathematica Robert V. Forest 1223 Christina Mill Dr Newark, DE 19711 cell: (337) 526-‐0291 [email protected] EDUCATION Ph.D. Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Spring 2015 anticipated University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716 B.S. Chemical Engineering, 2010 Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Graduate Research Assistant, University of Delaware, 2010 – Present. Department of Chemical Engineering; Institute of Energy Conversion Advisors: Jingguang Chen and Robert Birkmire Thesis: Understanding the effect of Na in improving Cu(In,Ga)Se2 based solar cells • Used chemical engineering fundamentals to study behavior of Na within Cu(In,Ga)Se2. • Worked in multi-‐disciplinary setting with teams of professional scientists, technicians, and students Undergraduate Research Assistant, Louisiana State University, 2007 – 2010. Department of Chemical Engineering Advisor: Kerry Dooley • Partial dehydrogenation of soybean oil. • Catalysts for hydrodeoxygenation of pyrolysis oil. SELECTED PUBLICATIONS Forest RV, McCandless BE, Eser E, Chen JG, Birkmire RW. “Diffusion of Na in CuInSe2 single crystals”. (In preparation) Forest RV, Eser E, McCandless BE, Chen JG, Birkmire RW. “Determining the impact of Na on Cu(In,Ga)Se2 electrical properties and device performance”. (In preparation) Lu Q, Hutchings G, Yu W, Zhou Y, Forest RV, Tao R, Rosen J, Yonemoto BT, Cao Z, Zheng H, Xiao JQ, Jiao F, Chen JG. “Highly porous non-‐precious bimetallic electrocatalysts for efficient hydrogen evolution”. Nature Chemistry. (Submitted) Forest RV, Eser E, McCandless BE, Chen JG, Birkmire RW. “Understanding the role of oxygen in the segregation of sodium at the surface of molybdenum coated soda-‐lime glass”. AIChE J. 2014:60(6):2365 Sheng W, Bivens AP, Myint M, Zhuang Z, Forest RV, Fang Q, Chen JG, Yan Y. “Non-‐precious metal electrocatalyst with high activity for hydrogen oxidation reaction in alkaline electrolytes”. Energy Environ. Sci. 2014:7(5):1719 Esposito DV*, Forest RV*, Chang Y, Nicolas G, McCandless BE, Hou S, Lee KH, Birkmire RW, Chen JG. “Photoelectrochemical reforming of glucose for hydrogen production using a WO3-‐based tandem cell device”. Energy Environ. Sci. 2012;5(10):9091. *These two authors contributed equally to this manuscript SELECTED PRESENTATIONS Forest RV, Forest J. “Student Handbook for Process Safety”. (oral + non-‐refereed paper) 2014 AIChE Annual Meeting. Atlanta, GA. November 2014 Page 1 of 2 Forest RV Eser E, McCandless BE, Chen JG, Birkmire R. “Diffusion Mechanism of Na in Mo Thin Films for Improving Cu(In,Ga)Se2 Solar Cell Efficiency”. (oral) AIChE Annual Meeting. Atlanta. November 2014. Forest RV, Eser E, McCandless BE, Chen JG, Birkmire R. “Effect of Na on Cu(In,Ga)Se2 in-‐plane conductance and Seebeck coefficient”. (Best poster finalist + non-‐refereed paper) IEEE 40th Photovoltaic Specialists Conference. Denver. June 2014 Forest RV, Han K, Eser E, Chen JG, Birkmire R. “Understanding the effect of Na in improving the performance of Cu(In,Ga)Se2-‐based photovoltaics” (Best poster finalist + non-‐refereed paper) IEEE 39th Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, Tampa. June 2013 TECHNICAL SKILLS Analytical Techniques: X-‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), operation and maintenance of ultra-‐high vacuum (UHV) systems, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-‐ray diffraction (XRD), UV-‐Vis spectroscopy, diffusion characterization techniques, familiar with various thin film deposition techniques Software: CasaXPS, Python, NumPy, MATLAB, VBA, LabView, Origin Pro, MS Office LEADERSHIP AND MENTORING EXPERIENCE Developed new laboratory curriculum for ELEG628 “Solar Energy Technology Applications” University of Delaware, Spring 2013. Instructor: Steve Hegedus • Led team of two other grad students, to design interactive lab exercises demonstrating the fundamentals of solar energy and promote problem solving. • Supervised students during the laboratory exercises. Teaching assistant for CHEG445 “Senior Chemical Engineering Lab” University of Delaware, Fall 2011. Instructor: Antony Beris • Coordinated in setup of 50-‐gallon batch reactor for converting soybean oil into biodiesel. • Guided students in creating experimental plans and through the problem solving process. Undergraduate Research Mentor, 2011 and 2013. • Mentored undergraduate students conducting research. • Trained students and supervised laboratory operations. HONORS AND AWARDS • • • • Finalist in best poster competition at 40th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialist Conference, 2014. NSF Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship (IGERT) fellow, 2012 – Present. Finalist in best poster competition at 39th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialist Conference, 2013. Robert L. Pigford Teaching Assistant Award, 2012. OUTREACH AND OTHER ACTIVITIES • Advisor to AIChE CCPS “Student Handbook for Process Safety” committee for developing new process safety educational material for chemical engineering curriculum, 2012 – Present. • Filmed, produced, and edited several educational videos for the University of Delaware Institute of Energy Conversion, 2013-present. Page. 2 of 2 Jingsi Gao 18 Country Club Dr, Apt 3D, Newark, DE 19711 Email: [email protected] Office: 302-831-6738 Phone: 865-566-6270 EDUCATION Ph.D. candidate in Chemical Engineering University of Delaware, Newark, DE Research Advisor: Norman J. Wagner Cumulative GPA: 3.85/4.0 B.S. in Chemical Engineering Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China Research Advisors: Zhengbao Wang Cumulative GPA: 3.88/4.0, Major GPA: 3.96/4.0 Minor in Finance 2011 - Present 2006 - 2010 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering 2011 – Present University of Delaware, Graduate Research Assistant Thesis: Flexible, MMOD- and Puncture-Resistant Shear Thickening Fluid/Textile Composites for EVA Suits Studied silica particle interaction in ionic liquids Developed stable particle ionic liquid suspensions by surface modification of silica particle Fabricated and tested ionic liquids based shear thickening fluid/Kevlar composites Department of Chemical Engineering and Technology June 2009 – March 2011 Zhejiang University, Research Assistant Synthesis and characterization of zeolite NaA membrane using a seed paste method Department of Chemical Engineering and Technology Zhejiang University, Student Research Training Program, Team Leader Synthesis and analyses of PEG-6000 with double iso-stearate National Center for Nanoscience and Technology (NCNST), China Linjie Zhi Group, Visiting Researcher Synthesis polymer mesoporous-structure material May 2008 – May 2009 August 2009 TEACHING EXPERIENCE Research Mentor, Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Summer 2014 – Supervised undergraduate student, trained students on laboratory techniques and equipment use Teaching Assistant, Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Fall 2013 – Senior Lab: Distillation; taught 40 senior undergraduates to perform distillation column and tutored their technical writing Outreach volunteer, University of Delaware 2012 -2013 – Assisted with various STEM outreach events for high school, middle school and primary school students: shear thickening fluids for soft body armor RESEARCH SKILLS Colloidal Suspension Preparation and Characterization – Surface modification of silica particles – Small angle neutron scattering (SANS), rheometer, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), dynamic light scattering (DLS), densitometry, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) PUBLICATIONS 1. Jingsi, G.; Rose, S. N.; Mark, B. S.; Norman, J. W. “Determination of Solvation Layers Leading to Nanoparticle Stability in Ionic Liquid [Bmim][BF4]” ACS Nano (in preparation) 2. Zhengbao, W.; Qinqin, G.; Jingsi, G.; Jia, S.; Chunjie, L.; Yushan, Y. “High-Performance Zeolite Membranes on Inexpensive Large-Pore Supports: Highly Reproducible Synthesis using a Seed Paste” Chemsuschem 2011, 4, (11), 1570-1573. SELECTED PRESENTATIONS 1. Jingsi, G., Norman, J. W., “Rheology of Colloidal Dispersions in the Ionic Liquid [Bmim][BF4]”, 86th Society of Rheology (SOR) Annual Meeting, October, 2014, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, poster presentation. *2nd place award* 2. Jingsi, G., Norman, J. W., “Dispersing Colloidal and Nanoparticles in the Ionic Liquid [Bmim][BF4]”, Gordon Research Conference: Ionic Liquids, August, 2014, Portland, Maine, poster presentation. 3. Jingsi, G., Norman, J. W., “Understanding Colloidal Stability in Ionic Liquid [Bmim][BF4]”, 88th ACS Colloidal and Surface Science Symposium, June, 2014, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, oral presentation. 4. Jingsi, G., Norman, J. W., “Microstructure of Fluorocarbon Coated Silica Particles in Ionic Liquid [Bmim][BF4]”, nSoft Annual Meeting, August, 2013, NIST, Gaithersburg, Maryland, poster presentation. 5. Jingsi, G., Norman, J. W., DESGC Research Symposium, 2012 & 2013, poster presentations. AWARDS & HONORS 2nd place award for the student poster competition at 86th Society of Rheology (SOR) Annual Meeting 2014 Bob & Joyce Richards Fellowship 2014 Outstanding Graduates of Zhejiang University 2010 Merck Sharp & Dohme Scholarship 2010 Summer Internship Award 2010 2nd prize in eastern China “Sanjing Cup” National Chemical Process Design Competition 2009 Outstanding Student & Excellent Student Award, 3 times 2007 - 2009 Sheng Xiong Scholarship 2007 Ke Gong 221 Academy St, Unit 367AB, Newark, DE 19716 | (865)456-3722 | [email protected] EDUCATION University of Delaware, Newark, DE Ph.D. Candidate (expected graduation: Spring 2016) Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Advisor: Prof. Yushan Yan Research area: Redox flow battery design, engineering and characterization GPA: 3.95/4.0 University of California, Davis, CA Exchange student Chemical Engineering and Material Science, Advisor: Prof. Pieter Stroeve Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China Bachelor of Engineering Major: Chemical Engineering Minor: Advanced Honor Class of Engineering Education (60 elites out of more than 4000 students) GPA: 3.95/4.0 Ranking: 4/113 SKILLS • • • Battery engineering and characterization Polymer synthesis and characterization Software: Origin, Matlab, Adobe Illustrator • • • 2011-Present 2010.9-2010.12 2007-2011 Electrochemistry test and analysis Ion-exchange membrane synthesis and characterization Language: English (fluent), Chinese (native) RESEARCH EXPERIENCE University of Delaware, Research assistant • Designed, assembled and optimized a complete redox flow battery system based on a novel double-membrane triple-electrolyte concept • Characterized electrochemical properties of redox chemistries in newly developed flow battery system • Designed, synthesized and characterized new anion-exchange membranes for redox flow battery • Trained and supervised 3 undergraduate students in their senior research projects TEACHING EXPERIENCE University of Delaware, Teaching assistant Course: Special topics in mixing, spring semester, 2014 • Collaborated with professors on course material and grading policies • Reviewed and graded homework, exams and final project presentations PUBLICATIONS • • • • Ke Gong, Shuang Gu, and Yushan Yan, Nonaqueous redox-flow batteries: features and challenges, Energy & Environmental Science, 2014, submitted (Impact factor: 15.49) Shuang Gu, Ke Gong, Emily Z. Yan and Yushan Yan, A multiple ion-exchange membrane design for redox flow batteries, Energy & Environmental Science, 2014,7, 2986-2998 (Impact factor: 15.49, highlighted as back cover) Ke Gong, Xiaoya Ma, Kevin J. Kuttler, Jonathon B. Grunewald, Kelsey L. Yeager, Shuang Gu, and Yushan Yan, A zinc-iron redox-flow battery costing under $100/kWh, in preparation Robert Kaspar, Michael Letterio, Ke Gong, Shuang Gu, and Yushan Yan, Manipulating water in highperformance hydroxide exchange membrane fuel cells through asymmetric humidification and wetproofing, Journal of The Electrochemical Society, 2014, in preparation (Impact factor: 2.86) PATENTS • • • Yushan Yan, Shuang Gu, Ke Gong, Double-membrane triple-electrolyte redox flow battery design, Application No.: 13/918444, Publication date: 01/02/2014 (This patent is licensed to a start-up company) Yushan Yan, Shuang Gu, Ke Gong, Multiple-membrane multiple-electrolyte redox flow battery design, Application No.: 13/918452, Publication date: 01/02/2014 (This patent is licensed to a start-up company) Yushan Yan, Shuang Gu, Ke Gong, Xiaoya Ma, A redox flow battery that uses zinc and iron redox pairs, provisional application submitted CONFERENCES • • • • • Presentation, Redox Flow Batteries with a Double Ion-Exchange Membrane Design, American Institute Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, Nov 16-21, 2014 Presentation, A Zinc-Iron Redox Flow Battery for High-Performance and Low-Cost Energy Storage, American Institute Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, Nov 16-21, 2014 Poster, High-Voltage and Low-Crossover Redox Flow Batteries for Economical and Efficient Electricity Storage, Energy Storage Peer Review, Washington, DC, Sep 19, 2014 Poster, Coupling Anion- and Cation-exchange Membranes for Redox Flow Batteries with Mixed Ion Charges, Innovation Day of Chemical Heritage Foundation, Philadelphia, PA, Sep 16-17, 2013 Poster, High-Voltage and Low-Crossover Redox Flow Batteries for Economical and Efficient Electricity Storage, Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) annual summit, Washington, DC, Feb 24-26, 2013 HONORS AND AWARDS Best Paper Nomination of American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting, 2014 Graduate Fellows Award at University of Delaware, 2014 (2 students each year in Chemical Engineering Department) Exceptional Pass in Qualifying Exam at Chemical Engineering Department, University of Delaware, 2012 Honor Graduate of Zhejiang Provincial Higher Institutes, 2011 Honor Graduate of Zhejiang University, 2011 China National Scholarship, 2010 First-Class Research and Innovation Reward, 2010 First-Class Scholarship for Outstanding Students at Zhejiang University, 2010 Excellent Student Awards for Outstanding Performance at Zhejiang University, 2010 Meritorious Winner (1st Prize) of U.S. Mathematical Contest in Modeling, 2009 Angela L. Holmberg University of Delaware, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering 150 Academy St. ▪ Colburn Laboratory ▪ Newark, DE 19716 Phone: 612-220-7139 ▪ Email: [email protected] EDUCATION RESEARCH EXPERIENCE University of Delaware, Newark, DE - Ph.D. candidate in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN - B.Ch.E. in Chemical Engineering with Distinction - B.S. in Chemistry with Distinction (expected) Fall 2015 GPA: 3.78/4.00 May 2010 GPA: 3.83/4.00 University of Delaware, Newark, DE Nov. 2010-Present Graduate Research Assistant Advisor: Dr. Thomas H. Epps, III Thesis Topic: Design of sustainable, nanostructured block polymers: - Thermoplastic elastomers from renewable lignin- and fatty acid-based monomers - Water-and-oil repellant polymers with reduced fluorine content from monomers with no environmental persistency Medtronic, Inc., Fridley, MN Summer 2009 Quality and Core Tech. Polymer Group Research Intern P.I.: Dr. Kimberly Chaffin - Investigated solubility limits of crystalline small molecules in polyurethanes University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX Summer 2008 *National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network Research Experience for Undergraduates Intern Advisor: Dr. Brian A. Korgel - Synthesized gold nanocrystals and embedded them in phospholipid vesicles - Related Acknowledgement: M. R. Rasch, et al., "Hydrophobic Gold Nanoparticle SelfAssembly with Phosphatidylcholine Lipid: Membrane-Loaded and Janus Vesicles," Nano Lett. 2010, 10, 3733 RESEARCH SKILLS University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN Jan. 2007-May 2008 Department of Chemistry Undergraduate Researcher Advisor: Dr. Marc A. Hillmyer - Synthesized and characterized self-assembling semi-biodegradable block polymers - Supported by a Freshman Undergraduate Research Fellowship, the Heisig/Gleysteen Chemistry Summer Research Fellowship, and research credits Macromolecular synthesis: Anionic polymerization, RAFT polymerization, and some ATRP and ROMP; determining monomer reactivity ratios; and tracking polymerization kinetics Macromolecular characterization: SEC, NMR, [synchrotron] SAXS, TEM, DSC, TGA, and some WAXS Esterification chemistries: converting phenols and alcohols to methacrylates Small-molecule purification: Vacuum distillation, solvent recrystallization, liquid– liquid extraction, and some flash-column chromatography Surface modifications: Flow coating, [gradient] chemical vapor deposition, and some spin coating Surface characterization: AFM, contact angle goniometry, optical microscopy, and analysis of XPS and ToF-SIMS data LEADERSHIP AND TEACHING EXPERIENCE PUBLICATIONS (peer-reviewed) PATENT Undergraduate Research Supervisor 2012–present Helped three undergraduate students with surface science and chemistry projects Elected Colburn Club Representative (4×) 2010–2014 Organized departmental events and served as a liaison between students and faculty Teaching Assistant Thermodynamics II (89 undergraduate students) Spring 2014 Introduction to Polym. Sci. (32 mixed graduate/undergraduate students) Fall 2012 1. Angela L. Holmberg, Kaleigh H. Reno, Michael G. Karavolias, Richard P. Wool and Thomas H. Epps, III, [Topic: Thermal Properties of Lignin-Based Heteropolymers], ACS Macro Lett. 2015, (in preparation) 2. Angela L. Holmberg, Michael G. Karavolias and Thomas H. Epps, III, [Invited: Emerging Investigators Themed Issue; Topic: Reactivity Ratios in RAFT copolymers], Polym. Chem. 2015, (in preparation) 3. Angela L. Holmberg, Kaleigh H. Reno, Richard P. Wool and Thomas H. Epps, III, “Biobased Building Blocks for the Rational Design of Renewable Block Polymers,” Soft Matter 2014, 10, 7405–7424. [review article] *highlighted in the 2014 Soft Matter Hot Papers collection* 4. Angela L. Holmberg, Joseph F. Stanzione, III, Richard P. Wool and Thomas H. Epps, III, “A Facile Method for Generating Designer Block Copolymers from Functionalized Lignin Model Compounds,” ACS Sus. Chem. Eng. 2014, 2, 569–573 Angela L. Holmberg, Joseph F. Stanzione, III, Richard P. Wool and Thomas H. Epps, III, “Bio-Based Block Polymers Derived from Lignin and Fatty Acids.” U.S. Pat. Appl. 14/200,855, filed Mar. 7, 2014. SELECT 1. Angela L. Holmberg, Joseph F. Stanzione, III, Richard P. Wool and Thomas H. Epps, PRESENTATIONS III, “Designing Block Copolymers from Lignin Model Compounds,” ACS 248th National Meeting, Aug. 2014, San Francisco, CA (talk) 2. Angela L. Holmberg, John A. McCarron and Thomas H. Epps, III, “Nanoscale SelfAssembly and Morphology-Dependent Repellency of Omniphobic Triblock Terpolymers,” ACS 248th National Meeting, Aug. 2014, San Francisco, CA (poster) 3. Angela L. Holmberg and Thomas H. Epps, III, “Incorporating Green Chemistry Concepts into the Design and Synthesis of Nanostructured Block Copolymers,” ACS 18th Ann. Green Chem Eng. Conf., June 2014, Bethesda, MD (poster) 4. Angela L. Holmberg and Thomas H. Epps, III, “Designing Renewable, Nanostructured Block Copolymers from Lignin,” UD Winter Research Review, Jan. 2014, Newark, DE (talk) 5. Angela L. Holmberg, Joseph F. Stanzione, III, Richard P. Wool and Thomas H. Epps, III, “Lignin- and Fatty Acid-Derived Block Copolymers for Nanostructured Thermoplastic Elastomers,” ACS 17th Ann. Green Chem Eng. Conf., June 2013, Bethesda, MD (talk) 6. Angela L. Holmberg and Thomas H. Epps, III, “Fabrication of Fluoro-Efficient Polymers for Omniphobic Surfaces,” UD Summer Research Review, May 2012, Newark, DE (talk) SELECT AWARDS *ACS GCI Ciba Travel Award to attend the 248th ACS National Meeting 2013 *NSF Scholar Travel Award to attend the 17th Annual Green Chemistry Conf. 2013 Robert L. Pigford Teaching Assistant Award―University of Delaware 2013 Robert L. Pigford Fellowship―University of Delaware 2010–2011 *NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Honorable Mention 2011 *Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship 2008–2010 Scott Horton 5 Glencoe Dr., Newark DE, 19702 865-776-6093 [email protected], [email protected] University of Delaware PhD Candidate in Chemical Engineering Education University of Virginia Major: Chemical Engineering Minors: Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering 2011-current 2007-2011 Research Experience Graduate Research 2011-Present Advisor- Michael T. Klein. Topic Molecular-level Kinetic Modeling of Municipal Solid Waste Gasification. Graduate work has involved building composition, reaction network, and kinetic models. Throughout the project, there has been extensive model/algorithm development. Summer Internship, Air Products and Chemical Inc. • Energy R&D Group – Worked on kinetic modeling of Municipal Solid Waste Gasification 2014 Summer Summer Internship, UVA Policy Internship Program at the Department of Energy • Mentors- Mr. Antonio Bouza and Dr. Collin McCormick - Researched the current state of the art in thermoacoustic cooling. Also researched the current and possible future public policy for HVAC. Work included a final research paper and presentation. Summer Internship, HERE program ORNL Mentor - Dr. Nagiza Samatova: 2006, 2007 summer - Bioinformatics research on finding the genes for the expression of phenotypes using graph theoretical technique with specific applications in bioethanol produciton. Work culminated in science fair awards and a publication. • Mentor – Dr. Mike Kilbey 2008 summer - Polymer research involving spin coating onto silicon wafers and Liquid Crystal synthesis (producing monomers). 2010 Summer • • Mentor - Dr. Miguel Fuentes-Cabrera 2009, 2011 summer - Worked with computational chemistry (both quantum and Newtonian) studying the stability of chemical-metal complexes. 2006-2009, 2011 Summer Selected Publications Horton, S., Zhang, L. Hou, Z., Bennett, C., Klein, M., Zhao. S. (2014). Molecular-level Kinetic Modeling of Resid Pyrolysis. Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research(Published on Web, DOI: 10.1021/ie5041572) Zhang, L., Hou, Z., Horton, S. Klein, M., Shi, Q., Zhao, S. Xu, C. (2013) Molecular Representation of Petroleum Vacuum Resid. Energy and Fuels (Published on Web, DOI: 10.1021/ef402081x). Horton, S., Klein, M. (2013) Reaction and Catalyst families in the Modeling of Coal and Biomass Hydroprocessing Kinetics. Energy and Fuels 28(1) 37-40 Horton, S., Hou, Z., Moreno, B., Bennett, C., Klein, M. (2013). Molecule-based Modeling of Heavy Oil. Science China Chemistry 56(7) 840-847 Horton, S., Tuerk, A., Cook, D., Cook, J., Dhurjati, P. (2012) Maximum Reocommended Dosage of Lithium for Pregnant Women Based on a PBPK Model for Lithium Adsorption. Advances in Bioinformatics (available online at: http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/352729). Folkes, J., Horton, S., Fuentes-Cabrera, M., Rack, P. (2012). Signatures of the Rayleigh-Plateau Instability Revealed by Imposing Synthetic Perturbations on Nanometer-Sized Liquid Metals on Substrates. Angewandte Chemie 124(35), 8898-8902. Li, Q., Han, C., Horton, S., Fuentes-Cabrera, M., Sumpter, B., Lu, W., Bernholc, J., Maksymovych, P., Pan, M. (2012) Supramolecular Self-Assembly of π-Conjugated Hydrocarbons via 2D Cooperative CH/π Interaction. ACS Nano 6(1) 566-772 Horton, S.(2011) Reducing Harmful Emissions from Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning System. The Spectra: The Virginia Science and Research Journal 2(1), 34-41. Conference Presentations Horton, S., Bennett, C., Zhang, Y., Petrocelli, F., Klein, M. Molecular-level Modeling of Municipal Solid Waste Gasification. AICHE 2013. Horton, S., Bennett, C., Moreno, M., Zhang, L. Hou, Z., Klein, M., Shi, Q., Zhao, S., Xu, C. Molecular-level Kinetic Modeling of Resid Thermolysis. Petrophase 2013. Horton, S., Bennett, C., Zhang, Y., Petrocelli, F., Klein, M. Automating Molecular Modeling of Gasification with the Kinetic Modeler’s Toolbox. AICHE 2012. Awards and Honors 1st Place Nationally Siemens Team Competition, 2006 – “Linking Supercomputing and Systems Biology for Efficient Bioethanol Production”. $100,000 Scholarship divided among the team. Eagle Scout, 2006 1st place Intel ISEF Special Award, American Society for Microbiology, 2007 - award at the Intel International Science Fair for a $2000 scholarship. Dudley M. Harman Scholarship, 2010 - UVA Chemical Engineering scholarship, for academic achievement and interest in the chemical engineering profession. Omega Chi Epsilon Gamma Gamma Chapter, Co-founder (UVA chapter) and Vice President - The chemical engineering honor society Tau Beta Pi Virginia, Alpha Chapter, member Robert L. Pigford Fellowship – Delaware Chemical Engineering fellowship Gregory S. Hutchings Ph.D. Candidate Mailing Address: 159 Haines Street, Newark, DE 19711 USA (359) 359-2956, E-mail: [email protected] Education 2010 - Present Ph.D. Candidate, Chemical Engineering University of Delaware, Newark, DE Graduate GPA: 3.73 / 4.00 Thesis Title: Advanced Materials for Energy Storage and Conversion Advisor: Prof. Feng Jiao 2006 - 2010 B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Summa Cum Laude University of Florida, Gainesville, FL Undergraduate GPA: 3.94 / 4.00 Senior Thesis Advisor: Prof. Ranga Narayanan Research Experience 2010 – Present University of Delaware: Research Assistant Studied transition-metal doping effects on the lithium-ion electrochemistry of anatase TiO2 Synthesized and characterized an array of metal oxide cathode materials for lithiumoxygen batteries and catalysts for aqueous electrochemistry Conducted novel in situ X-ray absorption experiments to determine structural changes to lithium-oxygen cathode materials during electrochemical cycling Performed experimental and computational (density functional theory [DFT]) analysis of bimetallic copper alloy electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution 2009 – 2010 University of Florida: Senior Thesis Assisted in developing a model for the surface instability of growing ice cylinders Teaching Assistant Experience 2012, Fall Structure of Materials (CHEG 667) with Prof. Douglas Buttrey 2012, Spring Chemical Engineering Principles II (CHEG 847) with Prof. Babatunde Ogunnaike Selected Publications (Total publications: 12, h-index: 5. Source: Google Scholar) Hutchings, G. S., Rosen, J., Smiley, D., Goward, G. R., Bruce, P.G., and Jiao, F. “Environmental In Situ X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy Evaluation of Electrode Materials for Rechargeable Lithium Batteries”. Journal of Physical Chemistry C 118, 12617-12624 (2014). Lu, Q., Rosen, J., Zhou, Y., Hutchings, G. S., Kimmel, Y. C., Chen, J. G., & Jiao, F. “A selective and efficient electrocatalyst for carbon dioxide reduction”. Nature Communications 5:3242 (2014). Yonemoto, B. T., Hutchings, G. S., & Jiao, F. “A General Synthetic Approach for Ordered Mesoporous Metal Sulfides”. Journal of the American Chemical Society 136, 8895-8898 (2014). Jiao, F., Yen, H., Hutchings, G. S., Yonemoto, B., Lu, Q., & Kleitz, F. “Synthesis, Structural Characterization, and Electrochemical Performance of Nanocast Mesoporous Cu-/Febased Oxides”. Journal of Materials Chemistry A 2, 3065-3071 (2014). Rosen, J., Hutchings, G. S., & Jiao, F. “Ordered Mesoporous Cobalt Oxide as Highly Efficient Oxygen Evolution Catalyst”. Journal of the American Chemical Society 135, 4516-4521 (2013). Hutchings, G. S., Lu, Q., & Jiao, F. “Synthesis and Electrochemistry of Nanocrystalline M-TiO2 (M = Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu) Anatase”. Journal of the Electrochemical Society 160, A511-A515 (2013). Boppana, V. B. R., Yusuf, S., Hutchings, G. S., & Jiao, F. “Nanostructured Alkaline-CationContaining δ-MnO2 for Photocatalytic Water Oxidation”. Advanced Functional Materials 23, 878-884 (2013). Selected Oral/Poster Presentations Hutchings, G. S., Jiao, F. “Non-precious Cu-based Bimetallic Electrocatalysts for Hydrogen Evolution”, CCST Research Review, Newark, DE, 2014, poster presentation. Hutchings, G. S., Jiao, F. “Electrocatalysis in Lithium-Air Batteries”, CCST Research Review, Newark, DE, 2013, oral presentation. Hutchings, G. S., Jiao, F. “In Situ X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy Analysis of Manganese Oxide Electrocatalysts in Active Li-O2 Batteries”, UDEI Annual Symposium, Newark, DE, 2013, poster presentation. Hutchings, G. S., Jiao, F. “Investigating Li-O2 Battery Electrocatalysts with In Situ X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy”, ACS National Meeting, New Orleans, LA, 2013, oral presentation. Hutchings, G. S., Jiao, F. “Cathode Catalysts for Lithium-Oxygen Battery Systems”, UD ChE Summer Research Review, Newark, DE, 2012, oral presentation. Skills Techniques: Transimission and scanning transmission electron microscopy (TEM and STEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (XEDS), synchrotron X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS), X-ray and selected-area electron diffraction (XRD and SAED), gas absorption analysis, electrochemical analysis (lithium battery and aqueous systems, 2 and 3-electrode techniques), lithium battery assembly, synthesis of nanostructured and mesoporous metal oxides and bimetallic metals, density functional theory (DFT) Software: MATLAB, VASP, Demeter (XAS Analysis Suite), Origin, Python, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Honors and Awards Collins Fellowship (2011) University Scholars research scholarship (2009-2010) Tau Beta Pi (inducted 2008) President's List and Dean's List (2006-2010) Anderson Scholar (2007) BAHAR IPEK 150 Academy Street Newark, DE, 19716, USA voice: 302-8316572 mobile: 302-7533583 e-mail: [email protected] EDUCATION 2011-Present 2008- 2011 2003-2008 2006 Spring–2008 Fall Ph.D. Candidate, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Department, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, USA Cumulative GPA 3.83 out of 4.00 M.S. student, Chemical Engineering Department, Institute of Natural and Applied Sciences, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey Cumulative GPA 4.00 out of 4.00 B.S. student, Food Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey Cumulative GPA 3.94 out of 4.00 Minor Student, Chemical Reaction Engineering, Chemical Engineering Department, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey Cumulative GPA 3.85 out of 4.00 RESEARCH & WORK EXPERIENCE 2014 Spring Teaching Assistant, Undergraduate level Introduction to Chemical Engineering (CHEG 112), University of Delaware, Newark, DE, USA In charge of holding office hours, review sessions and homework grading. 2013 Spring Teaching Assistant, Undergraduate level Heat and Mass Transfer (CHEG 342), University of Delaware, Newark, DE, USA In charge of holding office hours, review sessions and homework grading. 2011 Fall- Present Research Assistant, Advisor: Prof. Raul F. Lobo, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, USA Hydrogen storage and methane partial oxidation on Cu-Zeolites. Synthesizing novel zeolites such as Cu-SSZ-13, Cu-ZK-5 and performing molecular level characterization such as X-ray powder diffraction or neutron diffraction in order to get molecular level understanding. 2008 Fall- 2011 Spring Research Assistant, Advisor: Prof. Deniz Uner, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey Conducted research on Photocatalytic Reduction of CO 2 in Liquid Media with Cu/TiO 2 . Performed reactions in home-made set up and characterized products using Gas Chromatography with TCD/FID. Participated in four conferences and published one article and one chapter. 2007 January-2007 February SKILLS & ABILITIES Languages Software packages Intern, Production and Quality Control Departments, ETI Tam Gida San. A.S., Eskisehir, Turkey Internship in biscuit and cake production units and performing quality tests for raw materials. English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Spanish (Basic), Turkish (Native Speaker), MS Office, Polymath, Mathcad, MATLAB, EXPGUI PUBLICATIONS 2014 2013 2011 • Wulfers, M. J.; Teketel, S.; Ipek, B.; Lobo, R. F.Conversion of Methane to Methanol on Copper Containing Small-Pore Zeolites and Zeotypes, Energy & Environmental Science, submitted • Bahar Ipek and Deniz Uner (2012). Artificial Photosynthesis from a Chemical Engineering Perspective, Artificial Photosynthesis, Dr. Mohammad Najafpour (Ed.), ISBN: 978-953-307-966-0, InTech • Uner, D.; Oymak, M.M.; Ipek, B. ‘CO 2 Utilisation by Photocatalytic Conversion to Methane and Methanol’, International Journal of Global Warming, 3, 2011, 142. HONORS & AWARDS April 2014 • Shirley and Fraser Russell Teaching Fellowship, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Department, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, USA 2010 • Prof. Dr. Hasan Orbey Research Award, Chemical Engineering Department, Middle East Technical University, Turkey April 2010 • METU Academic Achievement Award, Graduate School of Natural and Applied Science, Middle East Technical University, Turkey 2004-2008 • High Honor Certificates, Food Engineering Department, Middle East Technical University, Turkey PRESENTATIONS 2013 July 2013 June 2010 September 17th International Zeolite Conference, Moscow, Russia Poster presentation with the title “Hydrogen Adsorption by Cu(I)-SSZ-13, -Y and –ZK5” 23rd North American Catalysis Society Meeting, Louisville, KY, USA Poster presentation with the title “Hydrogen Adsorption by Cu(I) Zeolites at Ambient Temperatures ” 6th EFCATS Summer School, Izmir, Turkey Poster presentation with the title “Transport Processes in Liquid Phase Photocatalytic Reaction Tests” 2010 March 2009 July ACTIVITIES 2014-Present 2003-2008 6th Chemical Engineering Conference for Collaborative Research in Eastern Mediterranean Countries (EMCC-6), Antalya, Turkey Poster presentation with the title: “Photocatalytic CO 2 Reduction in Liquid Media with Cu/TiO 2 ” Global Conference on Global Warming, Istanbul, Turkey Oral presentation with the title: “CO 2 Utilization by Photocatalytic Conversion to Lower Hydrocarbons and Alcohols” Chair, Women in Engineering Program, University of Delaware Team Member, Women’s Handball Team, Middle East Technical University LILIAN LAM JOSEPHSON 13 Ethan Allen Ct Newark, DE 19711 EDUCATION University of Delaware, Newark, DE Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering City College of New York, New York, NY B.E. in Chemical Engineering, summa cum laude (646) 339-6902 [email protected] Expected 05/2016 05/2011 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE University of Delaware, Newark, DE 12/2011 - Present Graduate Research Assistant, Advisor: Dr. Eric M. Furst Thesis title: High-throughput microrheological screening of scarce biomaterials • Designed and implemented a high-throughput microfluidic device to characterize viscoelastic property and thermal stability of highly concentrated protein solutions using microrheology and microfluidics techniques; reduced sample size by 75% and analysis time by 50% • Examined the effect of probe surface chemistry on monoclonal antibodies under different excipient conditions and elucidated protein adsorption mechanism • Mentored and supervised three undergraduate researchers on independent research projects and organized training sessions on lab equipments Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden Summer 2011 IRES Scholar, Advisors: Dr. Per M. Claesson and Dr. Andra Dedinaite Project: Adsorption of thermally-responsive diblock copolymer • Characterized adsorption process of temperature-responsive diblock copolymer on silica surfaces using QCM-D and ellipsometry • Examined pH-induced changes in polymer layer at solid-liquid interfaces City College of New York, New York, NY 9/2010 - 2/2011 Undergraduate Researcher, Advisor: Dr. Charles Maldarelli Project: Microfluidic study of electrical coalescence of water-in-oil emulsions • Designed and fabricated microfluidic cells using soft lithography techniques • Modeled water-in-oil emulsion droplet movement in flow-focusing microchannels INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE Momentive Performance Materials, Tarrytown, NY 6/2010 - 5/2011 Product Development Intern, Principle Investigator: Dr. Anne Dussaud • Studied the effect of silicones on microfilament keratin denaturation of thermally-treated hair using DSC, birefringence measurements and wet tensile tests • Developed new experimental protocol for automated iron experiments and code for automated data collection and calculation SKILLS Laboratory: Microrheology, fluorescent and bright field microscopy, soft lithography, isothermal titration calorimetry, differential scanning calorimetry Software: MATLAB, IDL, LaTeX, Minitab, Igor Pro, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, InDesign, InCopy), Microsoft Office Language: Cantonese (native), Mandarin (full proficiency) MANUSCRIPTS 1. L.L. Josephson, W.J. Galush, and E.M. Furst, ”High-throughput microrheology of monoclonal antibody therapeutics in a microfluidic device.” In preparation. 2. L.L. Josephson, J.W. Swan, and E.M. Furst, ”Measuring static error in situ for high accuracy video microscopy experiments.” In preparation. 3. L.L. Josephson, W.J. Galush, and E.M. Furst, ”Particle tracking microrheology of protein solutions.” In preparation. 4. A. Dussaud, B. Rana, and H.T. Lam, ”Progressive hair straightening using an automated flat iron: function of silicones.” Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2013, 64 (2), 119-131. ORAL PRESENTATIONS 1. L.L. Josephson and E.M. Furst, ”Microrheology of therapeutic protein solutions.” 86th Annual Meeting of the Society of Rheology, Philadelphia, PA (10/2014) 2. L.L. Josephson and E.M. Furst, ”Microviscosities measurements of protein solutions.” 85th Annual Meeting of the Society of Rheology, Montreal, Canada (10/2013) 3. H.T. Lam and E.M. Furst, ”Rheological characterization of protein solutions using particle tracking microrheology.” University of Delaware Summer Research Review, Newark, DE (05/2013) 4. A. Dussaud, H.T. Lam, and B. Rana, ”Studying the role of silicones in hair straightening using automated iron experiments.” 17th International Hair Science Symposium, Irsee, Germany (09/2011) SELECTED POSTER PRESENTATIONS 1. L.L. Josephson and E.M. Furst, ”Microrheology of therapeutic protein solutions.” ECI Biological and Pharmaceutical Complex Fluids II Conference, Durham, NC (08/2014) 2. L.L. Josephson and E.M. Furst, ”Microviscosities measurements of monoclonal antibody solutions by multiple particle tracking microrheology.” NSF I/UCRC: Center for Pharmaceutical Development, Newark, DE (10/2013) 3. H.T. Lam and E.M. Furst, ”Rheological characterization of monoclonal antibody solutions using multiple particle tracking microrheology.” 84th Annual Meeting of the Society of Rheology, Pasadena, CA (02/2013) HONORS & AWARDS Student Travel Grant, 84th Annual Meeting of the Society of Rheology (2013) Patell Memorial Award in Chemical Engineering, City College of New York (2011) Alois X. Schmidt Scholar, City College of New York (2011) Roslyn K. Gitlin Women in Engineering Alumni Award, City College of New York (2010) Kaylie Engineering Scholarship, City College of New York (2007-2011) Dean’s List, City College of New York (2007-2011) PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS American Chemical Society, Division of Biochemical Technology (BIOT) American Institute of Chemical Engineers Council of Science Editors Omega Chi Epsilon, Honor Society for Chemical Engineers Society of Rheology LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES Lead Vocalist and Coordinator, Selah (Music Band) SPARK Science Camp Counselor, Newark United Methodist Church Events Coordinator, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Graduate Chapter, University of Delaware Vice President, Omega Chi Epsilon, Lambda Chapter, City College of New York Copy Chief, ”The Campus” College Newspaper, City College of New York TYLER R. JOSEPHSON 13 Ethan Allen Ct. Newark, DE 19711 (651) 269-1433 [email protected] EDUCATION University of Delaware, Newark, DE Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering GPA: 4.00/4.00 University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering Emphasis on Renewable and Process Chemistry GPA: 3.83/4.00 Expected 5/2016 5/2011 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Graduate Research Assistant, University of Delaware 11/2011 - Present Advisor: Prof. Dionisios G. Vlachos • Examined solvent/solute interactions for furanics in solution using density functional theory • Provided theoretical insight into spectroscopic measurements of furanics in solution • Developed mechanism for sugar transformation pathways over novel catalyst Undergraduate Research Assistant, University of Minnesota 1/2008 - 5/2011 Advisor: Prof. Lanny D. Schmidt • Built and operated flow reactors for catalytic partial oxidation of liquid biofuels • Designed and built high pressure/high temperature reactors for methanol synthesis from syngas TEACHING EXPERIENCE Applied Chemical Kinetics (Graduate core course) Invited lecturer, Instructor: Professor Raul Lobo • Led workshop on computational prediction and analysis of transition states Graduate Thermodynamics and Statistical Thermodynamics Teaching Assistant, Instructor: Professor Stanley Sandler • Graded weekly homework assignments and held weekly office hours 9/2014 Fall 2013 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics (Undergraduate core course) Spring 2013 Teaching Assistant, Instructor: Professor Stanley Sandler • Graded weekly homework assignments and held weekly office hours • Co-advised students completing term project, graded projects, and prepared exam review AWARDS AND HONORS • Poster Award, Reaction Engineering Category, AIChE Annual Meeting 11/2014 • Pan-American Advanced Studies Institute, Montevideo, Uruguay 9/2012 Accepted to two-week intensive course on advanced topics in molecular simulation • George W. Laird Fellow 5/2012 • NSF Graduate Research Fellowship 4/2012 • Rhodes Scholar Candidate for University of Minnesota 2011 • Undergraduate Scholarships Toyota Community Scholars Award, MN Gold Scholarship, IT Honors Research Scholarship, Undergraduate Research Scholarship, Robert C. Byrd Scholarship, Grefe Scholarship, Mark Eidahl Scholarship, Rosalie Sperling Dinkey Scholarship TYLER R. JOSEPHSON, Page 2 PUBLICATIONS Josephson, T., Tsilomelekis, G. Bagia, C. Nikolakis, V. Vlachos, D., and Caratzoulas, S. “Solvent-induced frequency shifts of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural deduced via infrared spectroscopy and ab initio calculations.” Journal of Physical Chemistry A, Accepted. Tsilomelekis, G., Josephson, T., Nikolakis, V., and Caratzoulas, S. “Origin of 5hydroxymethylfurfural stability in water/dimethyl sulfoxide mixtures.” ChemSusChem, 7, December 2013. Cover article. Kruger, J., Rennard, D., Josephson, T., Schmidt, L.D. “Effect of functional groups on autothermal partial oxidation of bio-oil. Part 1: role of catalyst surface and molecular oxygen.” Energy and Fuels, 25, 7, July 2011. Kruger, J., Rennard, D., Josephson, T., Schmidt, L.D. “Effect of functional groups on autothermal partial oxidation of bio-oil. Part 2: role of homogeneous and support-mediated reactions.” Energy and Fuels, 25, 7, July 2011. Rennard, D., French, R., Czernik, S., Josephson, T., Schmidt, L.D. “Production of synthesis gas by partial oxidation and steam reforming of biomass pyrolysis oils.” International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 35, 9, May 2010. SELECTED ORAL AND POSTER PRESENTATIONS Josephson, T., Tsilomelekis, G. Bagia, C. Nikolakis, V. Vlachos, D., and Caratzoulas, S. “Solvent-induced frequency shifts of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) and their role in its stability.” Oral and Poster Presentation, AIChE Annual Meeting, Nov. 16-20, 2014 Josephson, T., Tsilomelekis, G. Bagia, C. Nikolakis, V. Vlachos, D., and Caratzoulas, S. “Solvation and hydrogen bonding effects on the reactivity of biomass derivatives.” Poster Presentation. Gordon Research Conference on Catalysis, June 22-27, 2014. SERVICE AND OUTREACH Webmaster, Catalysis Club of Philadelphia Virtual Lab Tour for Redwood Valley High School Introduced rural high school students to research lab via web conference 8/2014 - Present 2/7/2014 Editorial board for Frontiers in Energy Research newsletter 4/2013 - Present Engineering Presentation to Sudlersville Elementary School 2/24/2012 Engineering Presentation to Newark High School Science Club 2/9/2012 LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITIES President, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Graduate Chapter 2012 - Present FarmHouse Fraternity • Director of House Finance, 2009; Chaplain, 2007-Present • Managed collection for and spending of $180,000 budget. 2007 - 2011 4-H Community Recycling Program, Coordinator/Grant Writer 2006 - 2008 • Spearheaded recycling program that removes 10,000 pounds of recyclables each year • Wrote and received $1,800 in grants to purchase recycling bins and signage for large group events drawing >40,000 attendees annually • Program continues under youth leadership WEI-FAN KUAN 26-12 Wenark Dr., Newark, DE 19713 [email protected] 302-831-6636 (office); 302-384-2932 (cell) SUMMARY Chemical engineer with strong research experience on polymer synthesis and characterization for ionic conducting electrolyte membranes RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Thesis Research – University of Delaware Designed and synthesized polymers via various synthetic techniques including anionic polymerization, atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP), reversible addition fragmentation chain transfer (RAFT), and Huisgen 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition click chemistry Block-polymerized poly(ethylene oxide)-containing polymeric materials for conducting applications such as battery electrolyte membranes Characterized polymer chemistries using gel permeation chromatography (GPC) and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR) Characterized block polymer nanostructures using small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), TEM tomography, and dynamic shear rheology Investigated ionic conductivities of polymer electrolyte membranes via alternating current impedance spectroscopy Characterized polymer thermal properties using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) Designed and assembled lithium coin cells with solid-state polymer electrolyte membranes Undergraduate Research – National Taiwan University January 2010-present August 2006-June 2008 Fabricated nanoscale patterns on soft substrates via micro-contact printing and electroless plating Prepared superhydrophobic surfaces via hierarchical silicon nanowire structures Characterized surface morphologies of chemically modified silica substrates using atomic force microscopy (AFM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) EDUCATION Ph.D. candidate in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Anticipated completion- March 2015 University of Delaware, Newark, DE Research Advisor: Thomas H. Epps, III Thesis: "Interfacial-Modified Block Polymers for Lithium Battery Electrolytes" Cumulative GPA: 3.61/4.00 B.S. in Chemical Engineering National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan Research Advisor: Li-Jen Chen Cumulative GPA: 3.77/4.00 June 2008 PATENTS Kuan, W.-F; Epps, T. H., III “Tapered Block Copolymer Electrolytes,” U.S. Provisional Patent Application 61/924,922, January 8, 2014 PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS Kuan, W.-F.; Young, W.-S.; Epps, T. H., III, "Block Copolymer Electrolytes for Rechargeable Lithium Batteries," Journal of Polymer Science, Part B: Polymer Physics, 2014, 52(1), 1 (co-first author) *Inside Cover Article Kuan, W.-F.; Roy, R.; Rong, L.; Hsiao, B. S.; Epps, T. H., III, "Design and Synthesis of Network-Forming Triblock Copolymers Using Tapered Block Interfaces," ACS Macro Letters, 2012, 1(4), 519 *Highlighted in ACS Noteworthy Chemistry online Tureau, M. S.; Kuan, W.-F.; Rong, L.; Hsiao, B. S.; Epps, T. H., III, "Inducing Order from Disordered Copolymers: On Demand Generation of Triblock Morphologies Including Networks," Macromolecules, 2012, 45(11), 4599 Mayeda, M. K.; Kuan, W.-F.; Young, W.-S.; Lauterbach, J. A.; Epps, T. H., III, "Controlling Particle Location with Mixed Surface Functionalities in Block Copolymer Thin Film," Chemistry of Materials, 2012, 24(14), 2627 Kuan, W.-F.; Chen, L.-J., "The Preparation of Superhydrophobic Surfaces of Hierarchical Silicon Nanowire Structures," Nanotechnology, 2009, 20, 035605 Cho, W.; Wu, J.; Shima, B. S.; Kuan, W.-F.; Mastroianni, S. E.; Young, W.-S.; Kuo, C.-C.; Epps, T. H., III; Martin, D. C., "Synthesis and Characterization of Bicontinuous Cubic Poly(3,4-ethylene dioxythiophene) Gyroid (PEDOT GYR) Gels," Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 2014, in press Kuan, W.-F.; Remy, R.; Mackay, M. E.; Epps, T. H., III, "Controlled Ionic Conductivity via Tapered Block Polymer Electrolytes," RSC Advances, 2014, in preparation Kuan, W.-F.; Nguyen, N. A.; Mackay, M. E.; Epps, T. H., III, "Using Tapered Interfaces to Manipulate Nanoscale Morphologies in Ion-Doped Block Polymers," MRS Communications, 2014, in preparation SELECTED PRESENTATIONS Kuan, W.-F.; Epps, T. H., III, "Controlled Self-Assembly and Ionic Conductivity via Interfacial Modification of Lithium-Doped Block Copolymers," (poster) Annual Material Science & Engineering Open House, February 2014, Newark, DE Kuan, W.-F.; Epps, T. H., III, “Interfacial Modification Effects on the Self-Assembly of Block Copolymers,” American Chemical Society, April 2013, New Orleans, LA Kuan, W.-F.; Reed, E.; Epps, T. H., III, “Effects of Copolymer/Copolymer Blends on the Conductivity of Block Copolymer Electrolytes,” Mid-Atlantic Soft Matter Conference X, January 2013, Georgetown, MD Kuan, W.-F.; Young, W.-S.; Epps, T. H., III, “Ion-Conducting Network Membranes Using Tapered Block Copolymers,” (poster) Center for Molecular & Engineering Thermodynamics Research Review, May 2012, Newark, DE Kuan, W.-F.; Epps, T. H., III, “Design and Synthesis of Network-Forming Triblock Copolymers Using Tapered Block Interfaces,” American Physical Society, March 2012, Boston, MA Kuan, W.-F.; Roy, R.; Epps, T. H., III, “Interfacial Modification in Self-Assembled Triblock Copolymer,” MidAtlantic Soft Matter Conference 8, December 2011, NIST, Gaithersburg, MD Singh, N.; Kuan, W.-F.(presenting author); Epps, T. H., III, “Synthesis and Characterization of Tapered Block Copolymers,” (poster) American Physical Society, March 2011, Dallas, TX HONORS AND AWARDS College Student Research Fellowship, National Science Council of Taiwan (2007) ACS Division of Polymer Chemistry Graduate Student Travel Award (Spring 2013) Jason A. Loiland 2903 Stone Gate Blvd., Elkton, MD 21921 ● [email protected] ● (410) 688-3932 EDUCATION University of Delaware (Newark, DE) Ph.D.: Chemical Engineering (Advisor: Raul F. Lobo) GPA: 3.71 University of Maryland, Baltimore County (Baltimore, MD) B.S.: Chemical Engineering B.A.: Music (Piano Performance) GPA: 3.78 (Magna Cum Laude) Fall 2015 (expected) May 2011 RESEARCH & INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE University of Delaware (Newark, DE) Fall 2011-present Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Center for Catalytic Science & Technology Graduate Research Assistant, Advisor: Raul F. Lobo Thesis Research Project 1: Mechanisms of NO oxidation over high-silica zeolite catalysts (SSZ-13) – Investigated the NO oxidation reaction mechanism over microporous catalysts – Studied reaction kinetics of catalytic NO oxidation – Synthesized and characterized zeolite materials (XRD, UV-Vis, FTIR, EDX, SEM, N2 adsorption) Thesis Research Project 2: Investigation of effective catalysts for reverse water-gas shift (RWGS) reaction – Identified Fe-K/Al2O3 as a highly active and selective RWGS catalyst – Examined reaction kinetics and surface intermediates (SSITKA); performed advanced characterization of FeK/Al2O3 catalyst in order to determine structure and optimize composition Air Products & Chemicals, Inc. (Trexlertown, PA) Summer 2014 Division of Performance Materials Technology Air Products Ph.D. Fellowship, Advisor: Mike Popule Demonstrated viability of using liquid-liquid extraction (LLE) to increase recovery of a high-volume product and generate annual savings of $800,000 Optimized distillation procedure and implemented SOP changes at Los Angeles plant to improve product yields University of Maryland, Baltimore County (Baltimore, MD) Fall 2010-Spring 2011 Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Undergraduate Researcher, Advisor: Theresa Good Investigated the potential of sialic acid polymers for treatment of Alzheimer's Disease Studied the preventive abilities of sialic acid polymers on the toxicity of beta-amyloid in C. elegans U.S. Army Edgewood Chemical Biological Center (Edgewood, MD) Summer 2010, Summer 2011 Innovative Design and Engineering Acquisition (IDEA) team Student research contractor, Advisor: James Genovese Developed chemistries for and contributed to design of the Colorimetric Reconnaissance Explosive Squad Screening (CRESS) detector for identification of unknown bulk explosive precursors National Institute of Health (Baltimore, MD) Summer 2009 Laboratory of Molecular Gerontology at the National Institute on Aging (NIA) Summer Intramural Research Program Student, Advisor: Robert M. Brosh, Jr. Characterized genetic DNA helicase mutations associated with breast cancer and Fanconi anemia (FA) October 2014 PUBLICATIONS & PATENTS 1. Loiland, J.A., Lobo, R.F. “Oxidation of Zeolite Acid Sites in NO/O2 Mixtures and the Catalytic Properties of the New Site in NO Oxidation.” Submitted to Journal of Catalysis. 2. Loiland, J.A., Wulfers, M.J., Lobo, R.F. “In situ characterization with XANES and DRIFTS of a Fe/K on alumina catalyst with high activity and selectivity for RWGS reaction.” In preparation. 3. Loiland, J.A., Lobo, R.F. "Low temperature catalytic NO oxidation over microporous materials." J. Catal. 2014, 311, 412-423. 4. Pending invention disclosure for Colorimetric Reconnaissance Explosive Squad Screening (CRESS) detector for U.S. Army. 5. Wu, Y., Sommers, J.A., Loiland, J.A., Kitao, H., Kuper, J., Kisker, C., Brosh, Jr, R.M. "The Q motif of Fanconi Anemia group J protein (FANCJ) DNA helicase regulates its dimerization, DNA binding, and DNA repair function." J. Biol. Chem. 2012, 287, 21699. PRESENTATIONS 1. “Low temperature catalytic NO oxidation over microporous materials.” 6th International Federation of European Zeolite Associations (FEZA) Conference, September 8-11, 2014, Leipzig, Germany, poster workshop. 2. “Low temperature catalytic NO oxidation over microporous materials.” The 17th Meeting of the North-Eastern Corridor Zeolite Association, December 13, 2013, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, poster presentation. 3. "Low temperature catalytic NO oxidation over microporous materials." 2013 Center for Catalytic Science and Technology (CCST) Research Review, October 10, 2013, Newark, DE, poster presentation. 4. "Investigating the NO oxidation mechanism over zeolites and microporous catalysts." 17th International Zeolite Conference, July 7-12, 2013, Moscow, Russia, poster presentation. 5. "FTIR spectroscopic study of NO + O2 coadsorption on H-SSZ-13: Formation and stability of NO+." 23rd North American Catalysis Society Meeting, June 2-7, 2013, Louisville, KY, poster presentation. 6. "Investigating the NO oxidation mechanism over zeolites and microporous catalysts." Summer Research Review, May 29, 2013, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, oral presentation. TEACHING EXPERIENCE Teaching Assistant (University of Delaware) January 2014 - May 2014 CHEG 614/867: Special Topics in Energy Engineering Instructors: Dr. Antony Beris, Dr. Raul Lobo, Dr. Feng Jiao, Dr. Yushan Yan Held office hours; graded homework and quizzes; advised students on semester projects Teaching Assistant (University of Delaware) January 2013 - May 2013 CHEG 112: Introduction to Chemical Engineering Instructors: Dr. Wilfred Chen, Dr. Millicent Sullivan Held office hours; supervised group problem-solving sessions; graded homework and quizzes Research Mentor (University of Delaware) Mentored visiting undergraduate students (Adeline Zegre, Eugene Feeley) during summer semesters Summer 2012, 2013 HONORS & PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS Runner-up in 2014 Catalysis Club of Philadelphia (CCP) Graduate Student Poster Competition October 2014 September 2014 Poster Award at 6th International FEZA Conference in Leipzig, Germany 2013-14 Air Products Graduate Fellowship with University of Delaware Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society UMBC Linehan Artist Scholar (4-year scholarship covering tuition, room, and board) UMBC President’s List Fall 2006, Fall 2009, Spring 2011 UMBC Dean’s List Fall 2006, Fall 2007, Spring 2008, Fall 2009 October 2014 R O B E RT J . L O V E L E T T contact information email [email protected] phone (M) +1 (518) 225 8385 address 403 Stone Gate Blvd, Elkton, MD 21921 experience 2012–Present University of Delaware PhD thesis research with goal to develop and optimize a novel rapid thermal processing method to synthesize CuInGaSe2 thin films for use in photovoltaic cells. To date, research has included reactor modeling, construction of rapid thermal processing system, custom temperature control system design, and film and solar cell fabrication. Advisors: Babatunde A. Ogunnaike · [email protected] and Robert W. Birkmire · [email protected] Fall 2012 University of Delaware Honors Thesis — Easton, PA Collaborative project with the Chemical and Electrical Engineering departments. Research concerned modeling and validation of a novel technique to measure state of charge of a lithium iron phosphate battery. Advisor: Javad Tavakoli · [email protected] Summer 2010 Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Graduate Teaching Assistant — Newark, DE Served as teaching assistant for the senior level course Process Dynamics and Control. Acted as primary instructor for computer lab sections that consisted of MATLAB and Simulink projects on control theory and application. Instructor: Abraham Lenhoff · [email protected] 2010–2011 Lafayette College Graduate Research Assistant — Newark, DE Research Intern — Richland, WA Developed a bottom-up computer model to size and estimate cost of lithium ion batteries for transportation applications, with a focus on plug-in hybrid electric and pure electric vehicles. Paper submitted to DOE Office of Science was selected as one of approximately 15 from over 700 entries for publication in the 2011 DOE Journal of Undergraduate Research. Mentor: Vilayanur V. Viswanathan · [email protected] education Exp. 2016 University of Delaware Department: Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering GPA: 3.96/4.0 · admitted to candidacy with commendation Gore Fellow Award Finalist 2011 Lafayette College Doctor of Philosophy Bachelor of Science Major: Chemical Engineering · Minor: Mathematics GPA: 3.76/4.0 · magna cum laude · tau beta pi · sigma xi Marquis Scholarship (Lafayette College’s highest merit scholarship) Honors in Chemical Engineering · Dean’s List (seven semesters) selected publications and presentations Exp. 2015 Temperature Control System for Cu(InGa)Se2 Production via Rapid Thermal Processing Manuscript in preparation. Authors: Robert J. Lovelett, Gregory M. Hanket, Robert W. Birkmire, William N. Shafarman, Babatunde A. Ogunnaike Design of a Research-Scale Rapid Thermal Processing Reactor for Production of CuInGaSe2 Nov. 2013 American Institute of Chemical Engineers Annual Meeting Authors: Robert J. Lovelett, Robert W. Birkmire, Babatunde A. Ogunnaike computer skills Programming Math and science software Other computer skills Python, Fortran, C, C++, VBA, OpenMP, MPI Matlab with Simulink, LabVIEW, Origin, Mathematica, JMP, Minitab, Aspen Plus, COMSOL Multiphysics, AutoCAD Linux, Apple OS X, Microsoft Windows, MS Office, Git, LATEX other information Leadership 2013-Present QESST Student Leadership Council Positions Held: Vice President (2014), Innovation Committee Chair (2013-2014), University of Delaware Liaison (2013-pres.) Responsibilities: Organizing student events, helping establish partnerships with industry, and helping coordinate research at an eight university, NSF and DOE sponsored research consortium Service 2009-2010 Engineers Without Borders Worked with Microsoft Visio and AutoCAD to convert physical building plans for the Easton Third Street Alliance for Women and Children to assist in building renovations and expansions Communication 2010-2011 Peer Tutor for Lafayette chemistry courses Oct. 2014 Poster at DOE Sunshot Thin Film Workshop Feb. 2014 Poster at UD Energy Institute Workshop Jan. 2014 Poster at UD Chem. Eng. Winter Research Review May 2013 Presentation at UD Chem. Eng. Summer Research Review Nov. 2012 ”Perfect Pitch” presentation at NSF ERC meeting Apr. 2011 Poster at ACS Green Chemistry Conference Feb. 2011 Poster at AAAS Annual Meeting December 1, 2014 2 Ming Luo 18 Country Club Dr, Apt 3D, Newark, DE 19711 Email: [email protected] Phone: (302) 562-4954 Diligent chemical engineer with five years of solid experience in polymer thin film process. Strong background in surface modification, polymer chemistry and physics, structure characterization and testing. EDUCATION Ph.D. candidate in Chemical Engineering Anticipated completion: Summer 2015 University of Delaware, Newark, DE Research Advisor: Thomas H. Epps, III Thesis: Control of Self-assembled Nanostructure and Ordering in Block Polymer Thin Films Cumulative GPA: 3.97/4.0 B.S. in Chemical Engineering Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China Research Advisors: Kun Cao and Zhen Yao Thesis: Study on Ester-Amide Exchange Reaction between PBS and PA6IcoT Cumulative GPA: 3.86/4.0, Major GPA: 3.94/4.0 June 2010 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering January 2011 – Present University of Delaware, Graduate Research Assistant High-throughput Screening for Surface Responsive Block Polymer Thin Films Ion Distribution Study in Block Polymer Electrolyte Thin Films for Lithium Battery Application Control of Ordering (Directional Alignment) in Block Polymer Thin Film Active Collaborations: Cohen group, MIT, Stein Group, University of Huston State Key Laboratory of Polymerization Division June 2009 – May 2010 Zhejiang University, Undergraduate Research Project Improve Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Synthetic Biodegradable Polymers Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering June 2008 – May 2009 Zhejiang University, Student Research Training Program Synthetic Study of N-methylmorpholine by Catalytic Performance in the Gas Phase RESEARCH SKILLS Thin Film Preparation and Characterization - Flow coating and spin coating - Thermal annealing, solvent vapor annealing, glove box techniques - Spectral reflectance, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), focus ion beam (FIB) milling technique, TEM tomography, grazing-incidence small angle X-ray scattering (GISAXS), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and X-ray reflectometry (XRR) Bulk Block Polymer Characterization - Proton nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (1H NMR), size exclusion chromatography (SEC), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) SELECTED PUBLICATIONS 1. Luo, M.; Scott, D. M.; Epps, T. H., III “Macroscopic Alignment of Cylindrical Block Polymer Thin Films via Combined Rastering Solvent Annealing and Soft Shear” Advanced Materials (in preparation) 2. Luo, M.; Gilbert J. B.; Shelton, C.; Rubner, M. F.; Cohen, R. E.; Epps, T. H., III “Determination of Lithium Ion Distributions in Nanostructured Block Polymer Electrolyte Thin Films by XPS Depth Profiling” ACS Nano 2014 (just accepted, co-first author) 3. Luo, M.; Epps, T. H., III “Directed Block Copolymer Thin Film Self-Assembly: Emerging Trends in Nanopattern Fabrication” Macromolecules 2013, 46, 7567-7579. (Perspective, Front Cover Article) 4. Luo, M.; Seppala, J. E.; Albert, J. N. L.; Lewis, R. L.; Mahadevapuram, N.; Stein, G. E.; Epps, T. H., III “Manipulating Nanoscale Morphologies in Cylinder-Forming Poly(styrene-b-isoprene-b-styrene) Thin Films Using Film Thickness and Substrate Surface Chemistry Gradients” Macromolecules 2013, 46, 1803-1811. 5. Chen H.; Zhang T.; Luo M.; Qian C.; Liu J.; Han X.; Chen X. “Synthesis of N-Methylmorpholine over the Catalyst Cu-Ni-Co/Al2O3 in the Gas Phase” Chem. J. Chinese U. 2009, 23, 801-806. SELECTED PRESENTATIONS 1. Luo, M. Epps, T. H., III “Manipulating Nanoscale Morphologies in Block Copolymer Thin Films Using Gradient Approaches,” American Physics Society (APS) Marching Meeting 2014; 2. Luo, M. Epps, T. H., III “Controlling Nanoscale Morphologies in Block Copolymer Thin Films Using High Throughput Gradient Approaches,” Mid-Atlantic Soft Matter Conference 10 & 11, January & July 2013 3. Luo, M. Epps, T. H., III, “Investigation of ABA triblock copolymer thin film morphology using substrate and thickness gradients,” Mid-Atlantic Soft Matter Conference 8, December 2010 HONORS & AFFLIATIONS 2014: Professional Development Award from University of Delaware 2013 – Present: Member of American Physical Society (APS) 2011 – Present: Member of Center for Molecular and Engineering Thermodynamics (CMET) 2009: Dow Chemical Scholarship 2008 – 2009: The 2nd Prize of Excellent Undergraduate Scholarship\Excellent All-round Student 2006: A bronze medal in the race of 4*400 in the sports meeting of Zhejiang University LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES 2013-2014: Research mentor, trained graduate and undergraduate students on laboratory techniques and equipment use 2012-2014: Teaching assistant for “Introduction to Chemical Engineering” and “Green Engineering”, University of Delaware; advised students completing design project, graded project reports and lectured two classes 2009/07: Production practice in Juhua Group Corporation 2007 - 2009: Head of Department of Rights and Service, Student Union in Department of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering, Zhejiang University Stephen Ma 5 Glencoe Drive Newark, DE 19702 Education Research Experience 718 · 689 · 4875 [email protected] Ph.D. Candidate in Chemical Engineering (w/ qualifier commendation) Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering University of Delaware, Newark, DE 08/2011-Present BE in Chemical Engineering, Summa Cum Laude Department of Chemical Engineering Macaulay Honors College at City College of New York, New York City, NY 08/2007-06/2011 Graduate Research Assistant, University of Delaware Advised by Prof. Christopher J. Kloxin and Prof. Norman J. Wagner Newark, DE 01/2012-Present Control surface interactions through thiol-ene click chemistry, focusing on developing low cost method of generating surface topography for material applications Created new rapidly curing, low-cost thiol-ene elastomer buckling system through photopolymerizations Developed methods to confine and create complex wrinkle patterns and gradients through photopatterning Synergistically combine wrinkles with thiol-ene surface chemical functionality The State Key Laboratory of Supramolecular Structure and Materials Undergraduate Research Assistant Advised by Prof. Bing Zhao Changchun, China 06/2010-08/2010 International Research and Education in Engineering (IREE) program funded by the NSF and organized by Purdue University. Conducted Raman spectroscopy on semiconductors in order to find suitable substrates for Surfaced-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) Performed SERS on Anodized Titanium Oxide (ATO) nanotubes using probe molecules such as 4-mercaptobenzoic acid (4-MBA) Obtained SERS from ZnS by doping with various transition metals in order to produce charge transfer. Characterized all samples using UV-VIS spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, SEM, TEM, AFM and Raman spectroscopy The Laboratory for Nanoparticle Modification and Assembly Undergraduate Research Assistant Advised by Prof. Ilona Kretzschmar New York City, NY 09/2008-06/2011 Improved the efficiency of Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSC) by creating order films of TiO2 using polystyrene templates Developed an efficient and reproducible method of creating porous colloidal templates using polystyrene for preparation of TiO2 electrode Leadership Activities Tau Beta Pi (TBP) MINDSet Initiative Co-coordinator New York City, NY 09/2010-06/2011 Promoted STEM related disciplines and provided hands-on design projects over a three-week period that simulated the engineering design process to local high school juniors Developed and organized design modules in several engineering disciplines which applied basic engineering concepts and equations, including thermodynamics and fluid mechanics 1 of 3 John Liu for New York City Comptroller Campaign New York City, NY High School Internship Coordinator, Associate 06/2009 – 09/2009 Coordinated the Youth Action Team, an internship for high school students interested in learning about NYC’s political system. Supervised and delegated responsibilities to 100+ high school interns. Volunteered at rallies, voter registration drives, petition drives and other campaign-related functions. Honors and Awards Affliations Publications Conference Proceedings Research Mentor ACS Excellence in Graduate Polymer Research Award Graduate Student Professional Development Award, University of DE NSF Graduate Research Fellowship NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Honorary Mention A.X. Schmidt Scholarship Al Moschner-Pella Engineering Scholarship 2010 Chancellor’s Award for Academic Excellence Bronx CCNY Scholarship Edward I. Koch Scholarship for Public Service Macaulay Honors College Scholarship 03/2014 06/2013 06/2012 – Present 04/2011 02/2011 – 06/2011 05/2010 05/2010 08/2007 – 06/2011 08/2007 – 06/2011 08/2007 – 06/2011 American Institute for Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Tau Beta Pi (TBP) NYH Chapter – External Vice President Omega Chi Epsilon (OXE) – Chemical Engineering Honor Society 09/2008 – Present 05/2009 – Present 12/2009 – Present Ma, S.J., Mannino, S.J., Wagner, N.J., Kloxin C.J. (2013). “Photodirected Formation and Control of Wrinkles on a Thiol-ene Elastomer” ACS Macro Lett., 2(6), pp 474-477 Ma, S., Livingstone, R., Zhao, B., Lombardi, JR. (2011). “Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy of Nanostructured Semiconductor Phonon Modes,” J. Phys. Chem. Lett., 2 (6), pp 671–674 Mao, Z., Song, W., Chen, L., Ji, W., Xue, X., Ruan, W., Li, Z., Mao, H., Ma, S., Lombardi, JR., Zhao, B. (2011) “Metal–Semiconductor Contacts Induce the Charge-Transfer Mechanism of Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering,” J. Phys. Chem. C., 115 (37), pp 18378–18383 Mathew, S., Ma, S., Kretzschmar, I. (2013). “3DOM TiO2 Electrodes: Fabrication of inverse TiO2 opals for pore-size dependent characterization,” J. Mater. Res., 28, 369-377 Stephen Ma, “Photodirected Formation and Control of Wrinkles on a Thiol-ene Elastomer”, American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Fall National Meeting, November 2013, San Francisco, CA Stephen Ma, “Photodirected Formation and Control of Wrinkles on a Thiol-ene Elastomer”, Excellence in Graduate Polymer Research Symposium, American Chemical Society (ACS) National Meeting, March 2014, Dallas, TX Samantha Mannino, Undergraduate Research Assistant Benjamin Carberry, Undergraduate Research Assistant Stephanie Copenhaver-Anderson, Undergraduate Research Assistant 2 of 3 01/2011 – 06/2012 01/2013 – 06/2014 01/2014 – Present Eyas Mahmoud 124 Chestnut Crossing Dr., Apt. I, Newark, DE 19713 ● [email protected] ● (302) 690-9940 EDUCATION Ph.D. Chemical Engineering-University of Delaware, (Newark, DE) 2011-Present Research on catalyst and process development for the production of fuels and chemicals GPA: 3.90/4.0, NSF GRFP Fellow, “Exceptional performance” distinction on qualifying examination B.S.E. Chemical Engineering-University of Pennsylvania, (Philadephia, PA) 2007-2011 Research on factors that lead to high overpotentials in solid-oxide fuel cell (SOFC) cathodes GPA: 3.85/4.0, Graduated Summa Cum Laude RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Ph.D. Thesis Research, University of Delaware 2012-Present Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Catalysis Center for Energy Innovation (CCEI) Advisor: Dr. Raul F. Lobo Theme: Catalyst and Process Development for the Production of Aromatics from Biomass Project 1: Renewable Production of Phthalic Anhydride from Biomass-Derived Sugars − Developed a new reaction methodology for the selective dehydration of oxanorbornene molecules. − Identified the mechanism of dehydration by 2D NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry. − Demonstrated that the solvent-free Diels-Alder reaction of furan is resistant to thermal runaway. Project 2: Renewable Production of Benzoic Acid from Furan and Acrylic Acid − Identified Hf-beta zeolite as a highly active and selective catalyst for the Diels-Alder reaction. − Synthesized and characterized zeolite catalysts (XRD, SEM, UV-Vis, FTIR, and N 2 adsorption). − Demonstrated the robustness of new reaction methodology for the dehydration of oxanorbornene molecules to reactant stereochemistry and concentration. NSF-REU Fellowship, University of Delaware Summer 2011 Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Advisor: Dr. Jingguang G. Chen Project: Designing active and selective deoxygenation catalysts for biomass conversion − Synthesized tungsten, molybdenum, nickel-coated tungsten, copper-coated tungstecn carbide catalysts. − Characterized catalyst by TEM, XPS, and XRD. Undergraduate Research, University of Pennsylvania 2010-2011 Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Penn Center for Energy Innovation Advisor: Dr. Raymond J. Gorte Project: Research into factors that lead to high overpotentials in SOFC cathodes − Prepared cathodes by incipient wetness impregnation. − Examined the effects of perovskite and electrolyte microstructure on SOFC performance by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. − Determined that performance of electrodes is limited by O 2 adsorption and incorporation into perovskite lattice. INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE AIChE (American Institute of Chemical Engineers) SCI Scholar Internship Summer 2010 Chemtura Corporation, Middlebury, CT Designed a shell and tube heat exchanger for the polyalphaolefin (PAO) production plant. Designed and constructed a gas-phase aniline to diphenylamine (DPA) process for testing a newly developed catalyst. The set-up included capabilities for pulsed catalyst regeneration by chemical treatment and product separation. Troubleshot the process. Conducted hazard review and wrote standard operating protocol (SOP). The process served as the “pilot plant” for the newly patented catalyst. PUBLICATIONS 1. Mahmoud, E., Yu, J., Gorte, R.J., Lobo, R.F. “Producing benzoic acid, a renewable platform molecule, from renewable biomass.” In preparation. 2. Luo, J., Yu, J., Gorte, R.J., Mahmoud, E., Vlachos, D.G., Smith, M.A. “The effect of oxide acidity on HMF etherification.” Catalysis Science and Technology 2014, 4, 3074-3081. 3. Jae, J., Mahmoud, E., Lobo, R.F., Vlachos, D.G. “Cascade of liquid-phase catalytic transfer hydrogenation and etherification of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural to potential biodiesel components over Lewis acid zeolites.” ChemCatChem 2014, 6, 508-513. 4. Mahmoud, E., Lobo, R.F. “Recent advances in zeolite science based on advanced characterization techniques.” Microporous and Mesoporous Materials 2014,189, 97-106. 5. Mahmoud, E., Watson, D.A., Lobo, R.F. “Renewable production of phthalic anhydride from biomassderived furan and maleic anhydride.” Green Chemistry 2014, 16, 167-175. 6. Roy, S., Bakhmutsky, K., Mahmoud, E., Lobo, R. F., Gorte, R. J. “Probling Lewis acid sites in Sn-Beta zeolite.” ACS Catalysis 2013,3, 573-580. 7. Kungas, R., Bidrawn, F., Mahmoud, E., Vohs, J. M., Gorte, R. J. “Evidence of surface-reaction rate limitations in SOFC composite cathodes.” Solid State Ionics 2012 , 225, 146-150. PATENTS 1. Mahmoud, E., Xu, B., Lobo, R.F. “Hydrocarbon-Lignin derived molecules metathesis.” US Prov. Pat., Submitted. 2. Mahmoud, E., Lobo, R.F. “Selective production of renewable benzoic acid by tandem Diels-Alder and dehydration reactions using novel zeolite Hf-Beta.” US Prov. Pat. 2014, S/N: 61/990,879. 3. Mahmoud, E., Watson, D., Lobo, R. F. “Renewable production of phthalic anhydride from biomassderived furan and maleic anhydride.” US Prov. Pat 2013., S/N: 61/905,320. CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS 1. Mahmoud, E., Watson, D.A., Lobo, R.F. “Greening Paints, Plastics, and Fibers: Renewable Phthalic Anhydride from Biomass-Derived Sugars.” AIChE Annual Meeting, November 16-21, 2014, Atlanta, GA, oral presentation. 2. Mahmoud, E., Watson, D.A., Lobo, R.F. “Greening Paints, Plastics, and Fibers: Renewable Phthalic Anhydride from Biomass-Derived Sugars.” 248th American Chemical Society National Meeting, August 10-14, 2014, San Francisco, CA, oral presentation. 3. Mahmoud, E., Watson, D.A., Lobo, R.F. “Renewable Production of Phthalic Anhydride from BiomassDerived Furan and Maleic Anhydride.” Council for Chemical Research Annual Meeting, May 18-21, 2014, Alexandria, VA, oral presentation. 4. Mahmoud, E., Do, P.T., Lobo, R.F. “Lewis acid-catalyzed conversion of biomass-derived dimethylfuran to p-xylene.” 23rd North American Catalysis Society Meeting, June 2-7, 2013, Louisville KY, poster presentation. TEACHING AND MENTORING EXPERIENCE Teaching Assistant – University of Delaware CHEG 332: Chemical Engineering Kinetics September 2013-December 2013 Led recitation sections; lectured class; wrote exam problems; held office hours. Teaching Assistant – University of Delaware CHEG 112: Introduction to Chemical Engineering January 2013-May 2013 Supervised group problem –solving sessions; graded homework and quizzes; held office hours. Volunteer- CCEI STEM Workshop/ Tour for Youth December 2013 Organized and led a workshop focused on biomass conversion encouraging the participation of women and underrepresented minorities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Volunteer-Catalysis Center for Energy Innovation Virtual Lab Tour February 2014 Led a tour through CCEI facility for high school students in Minnesota HONORS AND AWARDS NSF-GRFP 2013, REU Fellowship 2011, American Institute of Chemical Engineers Delaware Valley Section award-2011, AIChE SCI Scholar-2010, Penn Genome Frontier’s UIRP Fellowship-2010, University of Pennsylvania’s Dean’s List- 2007-2011, University of Pennsylvania Alumni of Delaware Scholarship- 20072010 , Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society, 2007 National Finalist in TEAMS Engineering competition MyatNoeZin Myint [email protected] 514 W 110th Street New York, NY 10025 617-708-5614 www.linkedin.com/in/myatnoezinmyint/ BACKGROUND SUMMARY Ph.D. candidate in Chemical Engineering with extensive academic and industry research background in heterogeneous catalysis and core expertise in catalyst design via DFT modeling, ultra-high vacuum surface science, catalyst synthesis, and reactor studies. Proficient in spectroscopic characterization and evaluation of catalytic performance using FTIR, HREELS, AP-XPS, STM, AES, XANES, EXAFS, and GC-MS. Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. EDUCATION University of Delaware Newark, DE Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering. Anticipated Graduation: May 2016. Thesis: "Theoretical and Experimental Study of Oxygenate Reforming and CO2 Reduction Reactions on Bimetallic Catalysts". Advisor: Dr. Jingguang G. Chen. Massachusetts Institute of Technology B.S. in Chemical Engineering, June 2011. Cambridge, MA University of Cambridge, Newnham College Participated in Cambridge-MIT-Exchange Program, Oct 2009 – June 2010. Cambridge, UK RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Delaware Newark, DE Graduate Research Assistant - Advised by Dr. Jingguang G. Chen Sept 2011 – Present Designed and identified efficient precious-metal-free bimetallic catalysts for oxygenate reforming and CO2 reduction reactions to produce hydrogen by bridging the pressure and material gaps between surface science and reactor studies. Determined the reaction mechanisms of C3 oxygenates on FeNi, NiMo, and CoMo bimetallic surfaces via DFT, TPD and HREELS. Investigated alkane dehydrogenation via batch and flow reactor studies using supported catalysts synthesized from incipient wetness impregnation. Proposed hydrogen binding energy as a descriptor by correlating it with the HER exchange current density in alkaline solutions and identified multimetallic CoNiMo catalysts as more efficient HER electrocatalysts . Department of Chemistry, Brookhaven National Lab (BNL) Upton, NY Visiting Research Assistant - Advised by Dr. Jingguang G. Chen May 2014 Characterized local coordination environment and oxidation states of PtCo bimetallic catalysts via in-situ XANES/EXAFS and investigated surface reaction intermediates for CO2 reduction reaction via AP-XPS. Built and optimized a flow-reactor system for CO2 activation using supported bimetallic catalysts. Howard Hughes Medical Institute-MIT (HHMI-MIT) Fellowship Program Cambridge, MA Department of Chemistry, MIT, Undergraduate Research Fellow Summer 2009, June 2010 – Dec 2010 Determined molecular and cellular effects of a new potential anticancer drug by elucidating specific platinum-DNA lesion processing within live cells. Developed an innovative strategy to study transcription inhibition by Pt-DNA lesions by constructing mammalian expression vectors and incorporating site-specific monofunctional DNA adducts. INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE Tokyo Gas Tokyo, Japan Functional Materials System Intern Summer 2011 Created parameters sensitivity test for membrane-on-catalyst (MOC) module for hydrogen production. Analyzed and optimized performance of adsorption tank used in LNG satellite plant to stabilize heat value of regasified natural gas. SKILLS/TECHNIQUES Experimental Techniques: Temperature Programmed Desorption (TPD), High Resolution Electron Energy Loss Spectrocopy (HREELS), Auger Electron Spectroscopy (AES), Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM), Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD), Ambient Pressure X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (AP-XPS), X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS, XANES, EXAFS), MS, GC-MS, FTIR, and CO chemisorption. Others: Synthesis of heterogeneous catalysts, batch and flow reactor studies, UHV chamber and vacuum pumps maintenance. Programming and Software: DFT, MATLAB, Aspen, Igor, Origin, HYSIS, Minitab and Microsoft Office. Languages: Japanese (Proficient). LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE Vice-President of Public Relations at Toastmasters International, Fall 2013 - Coordinated an active public relations and publicity program and accomplished the club's goal to upgrade to a distinguished club. Freshmen Associate Advisor and International Student Orientation Leader at MIT, Fall 2010 - Served as an academic and extracurricular resource, and facilitated smooth transition for international freshmen. TEACHING EXPERIENCE Graduate Student Research Mentor and Teaching Assistant, University of Delaware Trained graduate students on surface science experiments (TPD and HREELS). Served as teaching assistant for Mass Transfer Operations (Undergraduate). Newark, DE Fall 2013 Fall 2012 Volunteer Educator, The PARRIS Foundation New York, NY Teach intellectually promising students from underserved communities Feb 2014 – Present science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and supervise LEGO robotics programming. AWARDS 2nd Prize in NICChE Conference Poster Contest, Columbia University (2014) Robert L. Pigford Fellowship recipient, University of Delaware (2011) Paul E. Gray Summer UROP research fund recipient, MIT (2010) Singapore-MIT Undergraduate Research Fellow, MIT (2008) Abdul Latif Jameel-Toyota Scholar, MIT (2007-2011) SELECTED PUBLICATIONS Myint, M; Chen, J. G., Understanding the Role of Metal-Modified Mo(110) Bimetallic Surfaces for C‒O/C=O and C‒C Bond Scission in C3 Oxygenates. ACS Catalysis 2014 (Accepted). Myint, M.; Yan, Y.; Chen, J. G., Reaction pathways of Propanal and 1-Propanol on Fe/Ni and Cu/Ni Bimetallic Surfaces. Journal of Physical Chemistry C 2014, 118, 11340-11349. Sheng, W.; Bivens, A.; Myint, M.; Zhuang, Z.; Forest, R. V.; Fang, Q.; Chen, J.; Yan, Y., Non-precious Metal Electrocatalyst with High Activity for Hydrogen Oxidation Reaction in Alkaline Electrolytes. Energy & Environmental Science 2014, 7, 1719-1724. Sheng, W.; Myint, M.; Chen, J. G.; Yan, Y., Correlating the hydrogen evolution reaction activity in alkaline electrolytes with the hydrogen binding energy on monometallic surfaces. Energy & Environmental Science 2013, 6 (5), 1509-1512. Ang, W. H.; Myint, M.; Lippard, S. J., Transcription Inhibition by Platinum−DNA Cross -Links in Live Mammalian Cells. J. Am. Chem. Soc. 2010, 132 (21), 7429-7435. A complete list of publications is available on request. SELECTED ORAL & POSTER PRESENTATIONS Myint, M.; Yan, Y.; Chen, J. G., Controlling Reaction Pathways of C3 Oxygenates Using Non-Precious Metal Bimetallic Surfaces, 2014 AIChE Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, November, 2014. Myint, M.; Yan, Y.; Chen, J. G., Reaction pathways of propanal and 1-propanol on Fe/Ni and Cu/Ni bimetallic surfaces, Gordon Research Conference: Catalysis, New London, NH, June, 2014. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), Catalysis Society of Metro NY. MATTHEW S. REHMANN 150 Academy St Colburn Laboratory Office #219 Newark, DE 19716 (302) 831-4528 www.linkedin.com/in/msrehmann [email protected] EDUCATION University of Delaware, Newark, DE Ph.D. Candidate Anticipated August 2015 Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Thesis: Synthetic hydrogels for directing mesenchymal stem cell function for ligament repair University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Magna Cum Laude Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering May 2010 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Graduate Research Assistant Summer 2011 - present Advisor: Prof. April M. Kloxin • Isolated mesenchymal stem cells from bone marrow and characterized their in vitro behavior • Used statistical design of experiments to determine conditions leading to mesenchymal stem cell differentiation to ligament fibroblasts • Synthesized synthetic hydrogels for cell culture and characterized their mechanical properties • Coordinated the set up of new lab equipment, including peptide synthesizer, HPLC, water purifier, and lyophilizer; trained coworkers on new equipment Chemistry-Biology Interface Trainee Spring 2011 • Research rotations in molecular biology and materials science laboratories RESEARCH SKILLS • • Proficiency in: mammalian cell culture, hydrogels, three-dimensional cell culture, quantitative PCR, immunocytochemistry, bioconjugation reactions, flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF and ESI), solid phase peptide synthesis, HPLC, photorheometry Some experience with: bacterial cell culture, Western blot, ELISA, DIC microscopy, MATLAB PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS • • • M.S. Rehmann, A.C. Garibian, and A.M. Kloxin. “Hydrolytically degradable thiol−ene hydrogels for protein release.” Macromolecular Symposia 329 (Jul. 2013) 58-65 M.S. Rehmann, A.M. Kloxin. “Tunable and dynamic soft materials for three-dimensional cell culture.” Soft Matter 9 (2013) 6737-6746. J. Winkler, M. Rehmann, K. C. Kao. “Novel Escherichia coli hybrids with enhanced butanol tolerance.” Biotechnology Letters 32 (Jul. 2010) 915-920. ORAL PRESENTATIONS • M.S. Rehmann, A. M. Kloxin, AIChE National Conference, San Francisco, CA, November 2013 SELECTED POSTER PRESENTATIONS • • • • M.S. Rehmann, A. M. Kloxin, Frontiers at the Chemistry-Biology Interface Symposium, Baltimore, MD, May 2014 M.S. Rehmann, A. M. Kloxin, Frontiers at the Chemistry-Biology Interface Symposium, College Park, MD, May 2013 M.S. Rehmann, A. M. Kloxin, National IDeA Symposium for Biomedical Research Excellence, Washington, DC, June 2012 M.S. Rehmann, A. M. Kloxin, Frontiers at the Chemistry-Biology Interface Symposium, Philadelphia, PA, April 2012 COMMUNICATION AND LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE WVUD The Basement, Newark, DE Radio Disc Jockey • Co-founded Science Rocks!, a weekly science-themed radio show • Presented a regular segment on science news to the general public Winter 2013 – present University of Delaware, Newark, DE Research Mentor Spring 2012 - present • Advised independent research projects by one masters student, five undergraduate students, and one high school student • Assisted with setting up a new lab, including mentoring of new graduate students and postdocs University of Delaware, Newark, DE Teaching Assistant Fall 2012 – Fall 2013 • Teaching assistant for two core undergraduate classes • Led ASPEN PLUS tutorial sessions for honors section of Thermodynamics I University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA Technical Communication Fellow Fall 2009 – Spring 2010 • Provided writing guidance in one-on-one meetings for Penn Engineering students • Attended weekly training sessions on technical writing AWARDS • • • • • • Saurabh A. Palkar Graduate Award for Mentoring 2013’s Most Accessed Soft Matter Articles (doi: 10.1039/C3SM50217A) Featured Poster – Regenerative Medicine Category (IDeA Symposium) Robert L. Pigford Fellowship NIH Chemistry-Biology Interface Training Program Faculty Appreciation Award, Chemical & Biomolecular Eng. (Penn) 2014 2014 2012 2010-2011 2010-present 2010 Jonathan Rosen Mailing Address: 2 The Horseshoe, Newark, DE, 19711 Phone: 215-378-3245 | Email: [email protected] Education University of Delaware, Newark, DE Ph.D. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering • Cumulative GPA: 3.63/4.0 Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA B.S. in Chemical Engineering • Cumulative GPA: 3.71/4.0 • Minors: Economics and Business 2011 - 2016(expected) 2007 - 2011 Research Experience University of Delaware, Newark, DE 2011 - 2016(expected) Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Graduate Research Assistant, Advisor: Feng Jiao • Studied transition-metal doping effects on photocatalytic water oxidation activity of mesoporous cobalt oxide based catalysts • Synthesized, characterized, and tested nanostructured transition and precious metal electrocatalysts for CO 2 reduction activity in order to engineer highly active materials and gain mechanistic insight • Designed and conducted in-situ and ex-situ X-ray absorption studies to determine structural changes to water oxidation and CO 2 reduction catalysts during electrochemical and photocatalytic testing Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA January 2010 - May 2011 Department of Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Research Assistant, Advisor: Jeetain Mittal • Conducted molecular dynamics simulations which involved modeling protein complexes to test binding affinity and responses to crowding effects • Modeled intrinsically unstructured proteins in order to examine specific responses as a result of changes in protein environment Publications 1. Rosen, J., Hutchings, G.S., Lu, Q., Rivera, S., Zhou, Y., Vlachos, D., Jiao, F. Mechanistic Insights into the Electrochemical Reduction of CO 2 to CO on Nanostructured Ag Surfaces. (In review). 2. Lu, Q., Rosen, J., and Jiao, F. Nanostructured Metallic Electrocatalysts for CO 2 Reduction. Chemcatchem, DOI: 10.1002/cctc.201402669R1, (In press). 3. Lu, Q.*, Rosen, J.*, Zhou, Y., Hutchings, G.S., Kimmel, Y., Chen, J.G., Jiao, F. A Selective and Efficient Electrocatalyst for Carbon Dioxide Reduction. Nature Communications 5, 3242 (2014). (*These authors contributed equally to this work) 4. Hutchings, G. S., Rosen, J., Smiley, D. L., Goward, G. R., Bruce, P. G., Jiao, F. Environmental In Situ Xray Absorption Spectroscopy Evaluation of Electrode Materials for Rechargeable Lithium-Oxygen Batteries. Journal of Physical Chemistry C 118, 12617-12624 (2014). 5. Zhang, Y., Rosen, J., Hutchings, G. S., Jiao, F. Enhancing Photocatalytic Oxygen Evolution Activity of Cobalt-Based Spinel Nanoparticles. Catalysis Today 225, 171-176 (2014). 6. Rosen, J., Hutchings, G. S., Jiao, F. Synthesis, Structure, and Photocatalytic Properties of Ordered Mesoporous Metal-doped Co 3 O 4 . Journal of Catalysis 310, 2-9 (2014). 7. Rosen, J., Hutchings, G. S., Jiao, F. Ordered Mesoporous Cobalt Oxide as Highly Efficient Oxygen Evolution Catalyst. Journal of the American Chemical Society 135, 4516-4521 (2013). 8. Rosen, J., Kim, Y.C., Mittal, J., Modest Protein-Crowder Attractive Interactions Can Counteract Enhancement of Protein Association by Intermolecular Excluded Volume Interactions. Journal of Physical Chemistry B 115, 2683-2689 (2011). Patents 1. Rosen, J., Lu, Qi, Jiao, F. Nanoporous Metal/Alloy Electrodes as Highly Selective and Efficient Carbon Dioxide Reduction Catalysts. U.S. Provisional Patent. 61/886,216. Filed October 3, 2013. Selected Presentations 1. Rosen, J., Jiao, F. “Highly Selective and Inexpensive Nanostructured Zn Electrodes for Electrochemical Carbon Dioxide Reduction”, Catalysis Club of Philadelphia Meeting, Wilmington, DE, 2014, Poster presentation. 2. Rosen, J., Jiao, F. “Mechanistic Insights into the Electrochemical Reduction of CO 2 to CO on Nanostructured Ag Surfaces”, Chemical Heritage Foundation Innovation Day, Philadelphia, PA, 2014, Poster presentation. 3. Rosen, J., Lu, Qi, Jiao, F. “Nanoporous Silver as a Highly Selective and Efficient Electrocatalyst for Carbon Dioxide Reduction”, NECZA Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA, 2014, Poster presentation. 4. Rosen, J., Jiao, F. “Mesoporous Spinel Oxides as Efficient Oxygen Evolution Catalysts”, Gordon Research Conference on Nanoporous Materials, Holderness, NH, 2013. Poster presentation. 5. Rosen, J., Jiao, F. “Mesoporous Cobalt Oxides for Solar Fuel Production”, UD ChE Summer Research Review, Newark, DE, 2013. Oral presentation. Skills Techniques: Gas Chromatography, Electrochemical analysis (catalyst characterization and testing), X-ray diffraction, X-ray absorption spectroscopy, Gas absorption analysis, Nuclear magnetic resonance, Photocatalytic catalyst testing Computer: MATLAB, Origin, Microsoft Office, Demeter (XAS Analysis Software), ASPEN Plus, Minitab Leadership Experience Vice President of Colburn Club Fall 2013 - Fall 2014 Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Delaware • Helped coordinate graduate student recruiting, departmental research reviews, and events • Served as liaison between graduate students and faculty Vice President of Finance Spring 2009 - Spring 2010 Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity, Lehigh University • Worked with Fraternity Management Association to help manage budget of $200,000 • Helped organize various philanthropic, community service, brotherhood events, and house duties Teaching Experience Graduate Teaching Assistant Spring 2014 - Fall 2014 Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Delaware • Introduction to Chemical Engineering (Spring 2014) and Introduction to Engineering (Fall 2014) • Helped grade, design, and administer homework, quizzes, tests, and projects • Held weekly office hours and served as additional class resource for students Honors and Awards • • • Tau Beta Pi David and Lorraine Freed Undergraduate Research Symposium Honorable Mention University of Delaware Graduate Fellow 2010 - Present 2011 2014 ANVAR SAMADZODA 88 W Park Pl, Newark, DE 19711 (302) 690-8754 [email protected] EDUCATION PhD Chemical Engineering Expected: Aug 2015 University of Delaware Advised by Abraham M. Lenhoff & Anne S. Robinson B.S. Chemical Engineering Newark, DE May 2007 Ankara, Turkey Middle East Technical University Magna cum laude RESEARCH EXPERIENCE University of Delaware – Ph.D. thesis research JAN 2010 – present Lenhoff and Robinson research labs, University of Delaware, Newark, DE Thesis title: Characterization of interactions between surfactants and membrane proteins with special emphasis on crystallization Developing a general methodology for crystallization of membrane proteins, based on measured increase in solubility of monomeric surfactant Employed small-angle X-ray scattering and isothermal titration calorimetry to discover the coacervation of monomeric surfactant with ethylene-based precipitants as well as organic additives used to facilitate crystal nucleation and growth Determined phase behavior and phase boundaries of crystallization conditions involved Performed cell culture work with Rhodobacter sphaeroides and Escherichia coli Used photosynthetic reaction center complex and outer membrane protein X as model proteins to study the fundamental molecular interactions within the context of the phenomenon of crystallization Enhanced purification protocols of the model proteins Unilever - Processing R&D NOV 2008 – JUL 2009 Unilever, Regional Technical Center, Istanbul, Turkey Developed bench and pilot-scale process routes for new formulations and products in AMET region (Africa, Middle East, Turkey, Iran, Central Asia) on an on -going basis Adjusted and improved process specifications and supervised manufacturing trials on site Oversaw development of an automated pilot plant facility in close collaboration with GEA Process Engineering and commissioned the plant Supervised a team of technicians and worked toward building regional technical capability Unilever - Formulations R&D JAN 2008 – MAR 2009 Unilever, Regional Technical Center, Istanbul, Turkey Developed and fine-tuned novel formulations in AMET region on an on-going basis Supervised raw material specifications compliance in production facilities of the region Held the responsibilities of technical product management and product quality testing Procter & Gamble - Processing R&D Intern JUN 2006 – SEP 2006 Procter & Gamble, Brussels Innovation Center, Brussels, Belgium Developed a protocol for dispersed phase volume (DPV) fraction measurement of vesicular systems through a combination of Bruggeman Conductometry and Bragos Estimator Method in close collaboration with Dr. Saveyn and Prof. Van der Meeren of Ghent University. Page 1 of 2 HES Kimya - Processing R&D Intern JUL 2005 – AUG 2005 HES Kimya, Kayseri Production Facility, Kayseri, Turkey Completed an energy savings project in Sulfonation Unit, supplemented with feasibility studies. TEACHING EXPERIENCE University of Delaware, Chemical Engineering Department Fall 2010 & Sprin g 2012 Graduate teaching assistant for CHEG 825: Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics (graduate) Graduate teaching assistant for CHEG 112: Introduction to Chemical Engineering Participated in the mentoring program of the Colburn Club PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS 1. Samadzoda A., Vaish A. N., Robinson A. S., Lenhoff A. M. Surfactant microstructure and phase behavior in crystallogenesis of membrane proteins (manuscript in preparation) 2. Samadzoda A., Vaish A. N., Robinson A. S., Lenhoff A. M. Toward a rational method for membrane protein crystallization (manuscript in preparation) 3. Samadzoda A., Robinson A. S., Lenhoff A. M. Development of a mechanistic understanding of membrane protein crystallization. 5 th North East Regional IDeA Conference, Newark, DE, AUG 2013 4. Samadzoda A., Robinson A. S., Lenhoff A. M. Characterizing interactions between surfactants and membrane proteins with special emphasis on crystallization . 56 th Biophysical Society Meeting, Philadelphia, PA, FEB 2013 5. Samadzoda A., Robinson A. S., Lenhoff A. M. Understanding the mechanism of membrane protein crystallization. Delaware Membrane Protein Symposia, Newark, DE, MAY 2011, 2012, 2013 6. Samadzoda A., Robinson A. S., Lenhoff A. M. Surfactant and membrane protein interactions wioth emphasis on crystallization. Neutrons in Structural Biology Symposium, Oak Ridge, TN, JUNE 2011 SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Laboratory – Conductometry of dispersions, cell culture, protein purification (affinity chromatography, AEC, SEC) and characterization (UV-Vis, CD and fluorescence spectroscopies), scattering methods (SLS, DLS, SAXS, SANS), isothermal titration calorimetry, surfactant phase behavior and microstructure analysis, protein crystallization techniques, microfluidics (rudimentary) Computational - Matlab, Minitab, AutoCAD, ChemCAD, JMP, PyMol. Languages - Full proficiency in Tajik/Persian (native), English, Russian, and Turkish. COMMUNITY SERVICE, MEMBERSHIPS & AWARDS Co-founder of Tajik American Cultural Association, Washington DC (since May 2012) PR manager of American Turkish Friendship Association (ATFA) of Delaware (since 2009) President of Rumi Forum Delaware Chapter at the University of Delaware (since 2009) Member of Biophysical Society (since 2011), Chamber of Chemical Engineers of Turkey (2008-2009) Vice President of METU International Student Club (2006-2007) Exceptional Commendation on Qualifying Presentation, Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Delaware (August 2010) Participant of the 2 nd Course on Neutrons in Structural Biology, ORNL, Oak Ridge, TN University of Maryland/NIST Neutron Outreach Program Award Dean’s High Honor throughout the undergraduate studies (2003-2007) Scholarship of Prime Minister of Turkey, Ankara, Turkey (2004-2007) Full scholarship from the Ministry of Education of Turkey for Undergraduate Studies Page 2 of 2 Lisa A. Sawicki [email protected] 150 Academy St ⋅ Colburn Laboratory 219 ⋅ Newark, DE 19716 ⋅ 302-831-4528 EDUCATION Ph.D. Candidate August 2011 – present University of Delaware, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Newark, DE B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Magna Cum Laude University of Florida, Department of Chemical Engineering, Gainesville, FL May 2011 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Graduate Research Assistant and NSF IGERT Fellow January 2012 – present University of Delaware, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Advisor: Prof. April Kloxin; IGERT Advisor: Prof. Kelvin Lee • Creating a 3D synthetic hydrogel model of the extracellular matrix (ECM) to understand cell-ECM interactions responsible for breast cancer cell dormancy and activation. NSF-REU in Functional Materials Summer 2010 University of Colorado, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering Advisor: Prof. Kristi Anseth • Studied photodegradable step-growth poly(ethylene glycol)-based (PEG) hydrogels formed through a base-catalyzed Michael-type addition for biological applications. Biological Wastewater Treatment Lab Summer 2009, Fall 2010 – Spring 2011 University of Florida, Department of Chemical Engineering, Department of Environmental Engineering Advisors: Prof. Spyros Svoronos, Prof. Ben Koopman • Investigated the Paracoccus Pantotrophus and Pseudomonas Denitirificans bacteria strains and their effects on diauxic lag time during the nitrogen cycle. RESEARCH SKILLS Experience in Materials Synthesis and Characterization NMR, ESI, MALDI-MS, rheology, profilometry, tensile stress/strain testing Experience in Cell Culture Mammalian and bacterial cell culture, immunostaining, flow cytometry, fluorescent and confocal microscopy TEACHING Graduate Teaching Assistant Fall 2012, 2013 University of Delaware, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Undergraduate Kinetics, Lead recitation sections and held office hours HONORS AND AWARDS NSF IGERT Fellowship January 2013 – June 2015 University of Delaware Graduate Fellowship Awarded September 2014 Schipper Fellowship August 2012 – 2013 Robert L. Pigford Fellowship August 2011 – 2012 Graduated Magna Cum Laude Florida Bright Futures Scholarship May 2011 August 2007 – May 2011 PUBLICATIONS L. Sawicki, A. Kloxin, “Design of Thiol-ene Photoclick Hydrogels Using Facile Techniques for Cell Culture Applications” Biomaterials Science. 2014. 2, 1612-1626. Featured on Front Cover. M. Smithmyer, L. Sawicki, A. Kloxin, “Hydrogel Scaffolds as In Vitro Models to Study Fibroblast Activation in Wound Healing and Disease” Biomaterials Science. 2014. 2, 634-650. M. Tibbitt, A. Kloxin, L. Sawicki, K. Anseth, “Mechanical Properties and Degradation of Chain and Step-Polymerized Photodegradable Hydrogels” Macromolecules. 2013. 46, 2785-2792. L. Sawicki, A. Kloxin, “Mimicking the Extracellular Matrix: The Intersection of Matrix Biology and Biomaterials” Editors: W. Murphy, G. Hudalla. Royal Society of Chemistry. (Submitted) PRESENTATIONS AND POSTERS L. Sawicki, A. Kloxin, “Tunable Hydrogels to Understand the Role of the Microenvironment in Regulating Breast Cancer Dormancy and Recurrence” 2014 AIChE Annual Meeting. November 16-21, 2014. Presentation. L. Sawicki, A. Kloxin. “Synthetic Microenvironments to Understand Breast Cancer Dormancy and recurrence” Gordon Research Conference: Signal Transduction by Engineered Extracellular Matrices. July 6-11, 2014. Poster. L. Sawicki, A. Kloxin, “Tunable Hydrogels to Understand the Microenvironment’s Role in Regulating Breast Cancer Dormancy and Recurrence” 2013 MRS Fall Meeting. December 1-6, 2013. Poster. L. Sawicki, A. Kloxin, “Synthetic Matrices to Understand the Role of the Cell Microenvironment in Regulating Breast Cancer Dormancy and Recurrence” 5th Northeast Regional IDeA Conference. August 15, 2013. Poster. VOLUNTEERING AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES WVUD Radio October 2013 – present Host and Co-founder of the science-themed radio show Science Rocks! Bike and Build June – August 2008, June – August 2011 Cross-country cycling trip to support affordable housing Habitat for Humanity University of Florida campus chapter president August 2009 – May 2011 THEODORE DALLAS SWIFT 1902 Pine St. Apt 3R | Philadelphia, PA 19103 | Phone: (302) 607-5298 | E-mail: [email protected] EDUCATION • • • Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, University of Delaware, 2015 Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, with Honors, Northwestern University, 2010 Semester Exchange Student, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Fall 2008 RESEARCH AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE University of Delaware, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Newark, DE Graduate Research Assistant, Advisor: Professor Dionisios G. Vlachos, Aug. 2010 – Present • Developed hybrid data-driven and fundamentally-sound chemical reaction kinetic models • Modeled homogeneous and heterogeneous reactions in multiphase reactors that integrate reaction and separation of the desired product using liquid-liquid extraction or adsorption • Wrote a computer program to model salt speciation in water on to understand catalytic activity • Collaborated with experimentalists to improve model accuracy and test model predictions Northwestern University, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Evanston, IL Undergraduate Research Assistant, Advisor: Professor Randall Snurr, Sep. 2009 – Jun. 2010 • Modeled xylene separation in metal-organic frameworks using grand canonical Monte Carlo simulations Undergraduate Research Assistant, Advisor: Professor Justin Notestein, Jan. 2009 – Sep. 2009 • Studied butanol separation from water using surface-modified silica adsorbents The Boeing Company, St. Louis, MO Summer Intern, Extreme Environments Engineering Team, Jun. 2008 – Aug. 2008 • Coordinated and analyzed experiments to screen candidate coatings for a composite radome • Contributed to an interdisciplinary team that included aerospace engineers and materials scientists SKILLS • Expertise in multiphase reactor modeling, analysis of large experimental datasets, regression and statistics, local and global optimization methods, process intensification, detailed reaction networks, Brønsted- and Lewis-acid catalyzed carbohydrate chemistry, solvent effects, process modeling, separations, reactive adsorption and extraction. • Proficiency in Matlab; familiarity with Python. Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems. HONORS AND AWARDS • • • • CRE Division Travel Grant (AIChE Annual Meeting), Nov. 2013 NASCRE-3 Young Researcher Travel Award, Mar. 2013 Omega Chi Epsilon, chemical engineering honor society, inducted Nov. 2009 Northwestern University Undergraduate Research Grant, Summer 2009 LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE • • • • • • Vlachos Research Group. Backup server and group website administrator, Apr. 2012 - Present Colburn Club. Mentor for incoming 1st year chemical engineering graduate students, Fall 2011 AIChE Northwestern University student chapter. Website administrator, Sep. 2009 – Jun. 2010 Northwestern University Dance Marathon charity event. Committee volunteer, Oct. 2009 – Mar. 2010 Order of Omega. Leadership honor society for fraternity and sorority members, inducted May 2009 Beta Theta Pi Fraternity. Chapter secretary, Jan. 2009 – Jun. 2009 TEACHING EXPERIENCE University of Delaware, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Newark, DE Chemical Engineering Principles I: Linear Algebra, ODEs, Modeling and Numerical Methods Teaching Assistant, Instructor: Professor Antony N. Beris, Aug. 2012 – Dec. 2012 • Graded weekly homework sets and held weekly hour-long homework help sessions • Organized and led two two-hour course review sessions as well as a one-hour introduction to Matlab Chemistry and Physics of Surfaces and Interfaces (Graduate-Level Elective Course) Teaching Assistant, Instructor: Professor Jingguang Chen, Feb. 2012 – May 2012 • Held weekly office hours and graded homework sets PUBLICATIONS T. Dallas Swift, Hannah Nguyen, Zach Erdman, Jacob Kruger, Vladimiros Nikolakis, Dionisios G. Vlachos. “Understanding the Intrinsic Kinetics of Fructose Dehydration in Zeolite Beta.” In preparation. T. Dallas Swift, Christina Bagia, Vinit Choudhary, George Peklaris, Vladimiros Nikolakis, Dionisios G. Vlachos. “Kinetics of Homogeneous Brønsted Acid Catalyzed Fructose Dehydration and HMF Rehydration: A Combined Experimental and Computational Study.” ACS Catal. 2014, 4, 259-267. Marta León, T. Dallas Swift, Vladimiros Nikolakis, Dionisios G. Vlachos. "Adsorption of the Compounds Encountered in Monosaccharide Dehydration in Zeolite Beta," Langmuir 2013, 29, 6597-6605. T. Dallas Swift, Christina Bagia, Vladimiros Nikolakis, Dionisios G. Vlachos, George Peklaris, Paul Dornath and Wei Fan. “Reactive Adsorption for the Selective Dehydration of Sugars to Furans: Modeling and Experiments.” AIChE J. 2013, 59, 3378-3390. Anthony. B. Thompson, Sydney J. Cope, T. Dallas Swift and Justin M. Notestein,"Adsorption of n-Butanol from Dilute Aqueous Solution with Grafted Calixarenes," Langmuir 2011, 27, 11990-11998. CONFERENCES Catalysis Club of Philadelphia (CCP) Student Poster Competition. Wilmington, DE. “Modeling the Intrinsic Kinetics of Fructose Dehydration in Zeolite Beta.” Poster. Oct. 2014 University of Delaware Winter Research Review. Newark, DE. “Reaction Kinetics and Reactor Design for the Production of HMF from Monosaccharides.” Presentation. Jan. 2014 American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Annual Meeting. San Francisco, CA. “On the Fructose Dehydration Kinetics in Aqueous HCl: An Integrated Experimental and Physics-Based Modeling Approach.” Presentation. “Reactive Adsorption for the Selective Production of Furans from Carbohydrates.” Presentation. Nov. 2013 Center for Catalysis Science and Technology (CCST) Annual Research Review. Newark, DE. “Fructose Dehydration Kinetics in Aqueous HCl.” Poster. Oct. 2013 3rd North American Symposium on Chemical Reaction Engineering (NASCRE-3). Houston, TX. “Reactive Adsorption for the Selective Dehydration of Sugars to Furans: Modeling and Experiments.” Presentation. Mar. 2013 AIChE Annual Meeting. Nashville, TN. “Separations from Pharmaceuticals to Fuels Using Grafted Calixarenes as Designed Adsorbents.” Poster. Nov. 2009 CHIA-HUNG TSAI 150 Academy Street, Newark, DE 19716 (302) 831-0726 [email protected] Education Ph.D. Candidate, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering University of Delaware, Newark, DE Research Advisors: Profs. Babatunde A. Ogunnaike and Ulhas P. Naik Aug. 2010 – Present Thesis Project: An Engineering Control System Paradigm for Quantitative Understanding of Hemostasis Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan Jun. 2008 Research Experience Research Assistant, University of Delaware Nov. 2010 – present • Studied hemostasis and thrombosis using numerical simulation and engineering control principles • Created an in silico single platelet model • Investigated hemostasis-related disease such as immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) • Developed appropriate control strategies for treating ITP patient Research Assistant, National Taiwan University Jul. 2007 – Jun. 2008 • Fabricated hydrophilic and hydrophobic surfaces for studying ice growth in channels • Studied the effect of solute concentrations on ice growth Work Experience Full Time Teaching Assistant, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan • Supervised Chemical Engineering Laboratory courses and led the experiments • Fixed experiment apparatus with technicians in the department • Served as teaching assistant for main courses: Transport Phenomena I and II Jul. 2009 – Jun. 2010 Chief Counselor, Republic of China (R.O.C.) Army, Taiwan Jun. 2008 – Jul. 2009 • Attended to the mental health of military personnel and built communication bridges. Core Skills • MATLAB and Simulink, parameter optimization • PKPD modeling • Platelet aggregometry, western blot Teaching Experience Teaching Assistant, University of Delaware, Newark, DE Spring and Fall 2012 • Chemical Engineering Principles II: helped undergraduate and graduate students with course materials • Introduction to Engineering: helped to elucidate concept learned in class Chia-Hung Tsai, 1 of 2 Languages English (Fluent), Chinese (Native), Taiwanese (Intermediate) Publications C.-H. Tsai, U. P. Naik, B. A. Ogunnaike. “An engineering control system paradigm for quantitative understanding of hemostasis: a mathematical model for primary hemostasis”. In preparation. C.-H. Tsai, J. Bussel, A. Imahiyerobo, S. I. Stanley, B. A. Ogunnaike. “Platelet count control in immune thrombocytopenic purpura patient: optimum romiplostim dose profile”. In preparation. Y.-C. Liu, C.-H. Tsai, C.-W. Lan. “Faceted ice growth in hydrophilic and hydrophobic channels”. Cryoletters 2010, 31 (6), 513-524. Selected Conference Presentations C.-H. Tsai, J. Bussel, A. Imahiyerobo, S. I. Stanley, B. A. Ogunnaike. “Platelet count control in immune thrombocytopenic purpura patient: optimum romiplostim dose profile”. AIChE Meeting, San Francisco, CA, November, 2013 C.-H. Tsai, U. P. Naik, B. A. Ogunnaike. “An engineering control system paradigm for quantitative understanding of hemostasis – a mathematical model of the primary hemostasis actuator”. Annual AIChE Meeting, San Francisco, CA, November, 2013 C.-H. Tsai, U. P. Naik, B. A. Ogunnaike. “An engineering control system paradigm for quantitative understanding of hemostasis – primary hemostasis actuator: ADP- and TxA2-induced signaling”. (poster) Annual Delaware Cardiovascular Research Center Symposium, Newark, DE, October, 2012 Honors and Awards Presidential Award (4 times), National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan Chia-Hung Tsai, 2 of 2 2005 – 2007 Amalie L. Tuerk 328 S. 15th St. Apt. 1 ● Philadelphia, PA 19102 ● 484-888-4624 ● [email protected] EDUCATION Ph.D. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (since September 2011) GPA: 3.91/4.00 The University of Delaware, Newark, DE Projected graduation date: May 2016 M.S. in Chemical Engineering The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA GPA: 3.78/4.00 Graduated: December 2011 B.S. in Chemical Engineering – Bioprocess Engineering Option The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA Schreyer Honors College Scholar GPA: 3.88/4.00 Graduated: December 2005 ACADEMIC RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Ph.D. Research: Engineering- and Systems-based Analysis of Chlorobaculum tepidum Sulfur Metabolism • Identified sources of culture growth variability and developed standardized culture methods • Validated biomass quantitation methods and optimized sample preparation for proteomics • Employing proteomics and systems-based methods to identify proteins involved in sulfur metabolism • Supervised, mentored, and directed an undergraduate and graduate rotational student in research M.S. Thesis: Assessment of Photosynthetic Biofuels & Electrofuels Technologies under Rate-Limited Conditions • Determined that light and not intrinsic growth rate determines productivity in high-density algal culture • Investigated and resolved issues of mass transfer and nitrogen/pH balance in high density algal culture • Developed model to explore and predict the economic feasibility of Electrofuels technologies • Supervised, mentored, and directed 6 undergraduates in their related research efforts Co-Project Manager: EPA P3 Student Design Competition, 2010-2011 (http://www.epa.gov/P3/) • Generated material and coordinated efforts for submission of the successful grant/competition proposal • Led efforts of multi-student team to investigate feasibility of integrated bioprocesses for fuel generation, environmental remediation, and waste elimination Undergraduate Thesis: Transient Protein Expression and O 2 Transport Limitations in Plant Tissue Culture PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE The University of Delaware, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Newark, DE Teaching Assistant, CHEG 345 (Chemical Engineering Laboratory I) Jan 2013 – May 2013 • Responsible for fluid flow module of 3rd year undergraduate unit operations laboratory • Updated laboratory procedures, supervised undergraduate laboratory sessions, graded lab reports The Pennsylvania State University, Department of Chemical Engineering University Park, PA Instructor, CHE 340 (Intro to Biomolecular Engineering) Jan 2009 – May 2009 • Co-taught 3rd year undergraduate course of 120 students with full responsibility to section of 55 students • Developed course materials, lesson plans, and course organization Novartis Vaccines and Diagnostics, Technical Operations Cambridge, MA International Project Manager Jul 2008 – Jan 2009 • Managed manufacturing activities at international site and liaised with related functions (Clinical development, Regulatory Affairs) to ensure supply of vaccine for time-dependent Phase I clinical trials • Led and facilitated collaboration among a multidisciplinary team to achieve Process and Analytical Validation Gap closure in preparation for product licensure International Project Coordinator May 2007 – June 2008 • Interfaced with international manufacturing sites, external consultants, third party suppliers, and corporate management to develop goals, scope, and timelines for various international site assessments. Built and re-built solid relationships to achieve project success. • Led team to collect and analyze manufacturing process data for trouble-shooting and process improvement GlaxoSmithKline, US Biopharm Conshohocken, PA Associate Manufacturing Specialist Feb 2006 – May 2007 • Developed and implemented systems to improve regulatory compliance with respect to cleaning verification, self-audits, and bench-top equipment maintenance • Production point person for coordinating maintenance, validation, engineering, commissioning activities • Supervised, mentored and provided project direction to multiple co-ops and interns DuPont, Chemical Solutions Enterprise Co-op: Cost Reductions in Batch Processes Co-op: Improvements to the Nitrators Process Internship: Quantification of Fungicidal Efficacy Deepwater, NJ/Wilmington, DE Summer 2005 Fall 2004 Summer 2004 Selected LEADERSHIP, OUTREACH, AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES Delaware Biotechnology Institute Newark, DE • Science for All Delawareans Outreach Program Volunteer (2012 – Present) • Judge for Delaware BioGENEius Challenge, New Castle County Competition (2012, 2013) The University of Delaware Newark, DE • Colburn Club, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (2011 – 2014) Penn State University State College, PA • Judge for Pennsylvania Junior Academy of the Sciences State Competition (17 May 2010) • Triathlon Club Team , Member (2010 – 2011) • American Institute of Chemical Engineers Student Chapter, Student Officer (2003-2005) • Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (2001-2005) Selected AWARDS AND HONORS • Robert L. Pigford Teaching Assistant Award, University of Delaware (2014) • Robert L. Pigford Fellowship Award, University of Delaware (2011) • 2nd Place in Undergraduate Research Paper Competition, AIChE Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference (2005) • Gerard Hauser Award for Best Presentation of Original Research to a General Audience, Penn State (2005) Selected PUBLICATIONS 1. Tuerk AL, Hanson TE, Lee KH. Preparation for systems and proteomic analysis of environmental microbes: standardization of culture conditions and biomass quantitation. [in preparation] 2. Hanson TE, Bonsu E, Tuerk AL, Marnocha C, Chan CS. Chlorobaculum tepidum growth on biogenic S(0) as the sole photosynthetic electron donor. [submission in Dec 2014] 3. Khan NE, Myers JA, Tuerk AL, Curtis WR. A process economic assessment of hydrocarbon biofuels production using chemoautotrophic organisms. Bioresource Technology. 2014; 172: 201-211. 4. Tuerk AL, Lee KH. The Evolving Engineer. AIChE Journal. 2014; 60(6): 1956-1963. 5. Curtis WR, Tuerk AL. Oxygen Transport in Plant Tissue Culture Systems. In: Dutta Gupta S, Ibaraki Y, eds. Plant Tissue Culture Engineering. Dordrecht, Netherlands: Springer; 2006: 173-186. Selected PRESENTATIONS • Tuerk AL*, Hanson TE, Lee KH. Proteomic study of zero-valent sulfur metabolism in Chlorobaculum tepidum. Gordon Research Conference: The Microbial Basis of One-Carbon Metabolism. South Hadley, MA: Mount Holyoke College. August 10-15, 2014. Poster Presentation. • Curtis WR* and Tuerk AL*. Sunlight to C 34 Hydrocarbons: From Ultra-high Algae Productivity to Electrofuels. BIO World Congress. Toronto, ON, Canada. May 9, 2011. Oral Presentation. • Link, D*, Tuerk AL*, Curtis WR, et al. Overall Energy Considerations for Algae Species Comparison and Selection in Algae-to-Fuels Processes. 5th Annual Alternative Energy NOW Conference. Lake Buena Vista, FL. February 23, 2011. Oral Presentation. OTHER EXPERIENCE • “Science Outside the Lab: A policy immersion program for graduate students.” Consortium for Science, Policy, and Outcomes, Arizona State University. Washington, DC. June 2-13, 2014. Zachary Whiteman 400 Central Park West, Apt. 5p, New York, NY 10025 • 914-482-0729 • [email protected] Education University of Delaware Expected Graduation August 2015 Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Cumulative GPA: 3.50/4.00 Exceptional pass on qualifying exam Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute September 2006-May 2010 B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Magna Cum Laude, GPA: 3.80/4.00 Minor in Materials Science and Engineering Research Experience University of Delaware Graduate researcher, principal investigator: Babatunde A. Ogunnaike, Ph.D. Fall 2010-Present Project: Design, analysis, operation, and advanced control of hybrid renewable energy systems (HRESs) Determined economically optimal HRES types consisting of photovoltaics, wind turbines, fuel cells, batteries, and electrolyzers for a range of average annual wind speeds and solar irradiances Designed a suitable two-loop PID control strategy for the UD fuel cell/battery bus retrofitted with a PV array and calculated the economic incentive for adding a PV array to the fuel cell/battery bus. Developed an adaptive model predictive control (MPC) framework applicable to any HRES type. The MPC formulation uses process data to periodically update process models used to control HRES power output. Currently testing and evaluating the MPC framework using a PV/WT/battery HRES developed by Heliothermal Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Undergraduate researcher, principal investigator: Shekhar Garde, Ph.D. Spring 2009 Project: Modeling protein-surface interactions between Trp-Cage and hydrophobic surfaces in aqueous solution Modeled protein-surface interactions and thermodynamics using GROMACS (molecular dynamics software) Performed Monte Carlo simulations of the protein-surface interactions. This yielded a better understanding of the preferred binding orientations of Trp-Cage to hydrophobic surfaces (both -CH3 and –CF3) Utilized preferred binding orientations to hypothesize appropriate methods for separating Trp-Cage from a solution using hydrophobic interaction chromatography Industry Experience ExxonMobil Core Process Control Intern, Baytown, TX Summer 2013 Project: Technical evaluation of gPROMS for non-linear model predictive control (NMPC) services Completed a modeling and control evaluation of gPROMS using a high-pressure polyethylene process Discovered that gPROMS is a proficient modeling suite capable of solving an offline NMPC problem, but online controller implementation using gPROMS is temporarily infeasible given the prototyping tools available Advanced Control Intern, Fairfax, VA Summer 2010 Project: Technical evaluation of next generation MPC technology Compared Tai-Ji MPC to the company’s current MPC technology, Aspen DMCplus, by testing basic MPC functionality as well as model adaptation features Determined it is easier for new control engineers to configure an offline Tai-Ji MPC controller than an Aspen DMCplus controller and that Tai-Ji MPC has promising model adaptation capabilities Global Logistics Optimization Intern, Fairfax, VA Summer 2009 Project: Assist the global logistics optimization team in creating new tools to improve work efficiency Created refinery product disposition maps that illustrated the average amount and value of products from the US Gulf Coast ExxonMobil refineries. The maps are currently used to help product optimizers maximize profits. Developed a tool for determining real-time gasoline price incentives that is used by product optimizers on a daily basis to manage the gasoline economics of ExxonMobil’s US Gulf Coast refineries Bloom Energy Control Engineering Intern, Sunnyvale, CA Summer 2012 Project: Development of a non-linear solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) simulator Produced a non-linear simulator for Bloom Energy’s SOFC systems using operational data The simulator was commissioned by Bloom Energy and is used for SOFC testing and evaluation NXP Semiconductors Process Engineering Intern, East Fishkill, NY Summer 2008 Project: Reduction of tetraethylorthosilicate (TEOS) outgas in LPCVD reactors via design of experiments (DOE) Used a DOE to develop a deposition recipe for TEOS that reduces unreacted TEOS buildup by ~15% Validated the efficacy of the new recipe using reaction kinetic modeling Ensured that the recipe did not negatively affect electrical properties of the semiconductor wafers Selected Publications and Presentations 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Z. S. Whiteman, P. Bubna, A. K. Prasad, and B. A. Ogunnaike, “Design, operation, control, and economic analysis of a photovoltaic/fuel cell/battery hybrid renewable energy system for automotive applications,” In Preparation. (Publication) Z. S. Whiteman, A. K. Tangirala, and B. A. Ogunnaike, “On-line Determination of Appropriate Control Loop Configuration using Directed Spectral Decomposition of Process Data,” In Preparation. (Publication) Z. S. Whiteman, A. K. Tangirala, and B. A. Ogunnaike, “On-line Determination of Appropriate Control Loop Configuration using Directed Spectral Decomposition of Process Data,” AIChE National Meeting, Atlanta, GA November 2014. Accepted. (Oral Presentation) Z. S. Whiteman and B. A. Ogunnaike, “Design, analysis, operation, and advanced control of hybrid renewable energy systems (HRESs),”University of Delaware Energy Institute Annual Symposium, Newark, DE May 2014. (Poster Presentation) Z. S. Whiteman and B. A. Ogunnaike, “Design, analysis, operation, and advanced control of hybrid renewable energy systems (HRESs),”Advanced Energy Conference, Albany, NY April 2014. (Poster Presentation) Z. S. Whiteman, P. Bubna, A. K. Prasad, and B. A. Ogunnaike, “Design, analysis, operation, and control of a photovoltaic/PEM fuel cell/NiCd battery hybrid renewable energy system (HRES) for urban transit applications,” Paper 630a, AIChE National Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA November 2012. (Oral Presentation) Computer/Computational Skills Computer Programs: Matlab/Simulink, AutoCAD, gPROMS, Minitab, Aspen, Aspen DMCplus, and LabVIEW Computational Techniques: Non-linear MIMO modeling and control (NMPC and PID control), time-series modeling and forecasting, state-space modeling, real-time optimization, and principal component analysis (PCA) Programming: Fortran, Python, and C Awards & Honors Robert L. Pigford Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award Pan-American Advanced Studies Institute Program Fellow ExxonMobil Technical Scholarship Award Order of Omega: Greek Leadership Honors Society Omega Chi Epsilon: Chemical Engineering Honors Society Spring 2012 Spring 2011 Summer 2009 Inducted Spring 2008 Inducted Fall 2008 Teaching Assistant Experience University of Delaware Chemical Process Dynamics and Control Fall 2011 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Engineering Graphics and CAD Organic Chemistry I Physics II Introduction to Engineering Design Fall 2007 – Spring 2010 Fall 2008 Spring 2008 Fall 2007 – Spring 2008 Volunteer Work Student volunteer for the Columbia University scientific outreach program New York Road Runners volunteer Tau Epsilon Phi undergraduate mentoring program Spring 2014 – present Spring 2014 – present Fall 2013 – present KE XIONG (302) 562-5785 [email protected] 69 Tiemann Place (Apartment 54), New York, NY 10027, USA Diligent chemical engineer with 5 years’ experience in designing catalysts for biomass conversion, epoxy and polymer synthesis; Strong background in surface science and heterogeneous catalysis; Demonstrated leadership and teamwork experience; Strong communication skills in both writing and speaking; 4 years’ hands-on experience in working with electron spectroscopy, vibrational spectroscopy, mass spectrometry and vacuum systems Education • Ph.D. candidate, Chemical Engineering, 2015(expected), University of Delaware, Newark, DE, USA Advisors: Prof. Jingguang Chen and Prof. Mark Barteau(2011 to 2012) GPA: 3.87/4.00 (“Exceptional Course Grades”) • B.S., Chemical Engineering, with minor in Business Administration, 2010, Zhejiang University, China GPA: 3.95/4.00 Experiences Research assistant, HDO team, Catalysis Center for Energy Innovation, University of Delaware 2011 to Present Evaluating and understanding the activity of low-cost metal carbide and bimetallic catalysts for converting biomassderived furanic molecules to value-added chemicals via hydro-deoxygenation(HDO) • Synthesized molybdenum carbide(Mo2C) and FeNi alloy thin films and characterized them using electron spectroscopy (i.e. AES) • Revealed the adsorption configuration, reaction intermediates and products of furanic molecules on thin film surfaces using density functional theory(DFT) modeling , vibrational spectroscopy (i.e. HREELS) and mass spectrometry (i.e. perform TPD experiments) • Tested the HDO performance and studied the kinetics of corresponding powder catalysts in a flow reactor (through collaboration) • Correlated observations on thin film surfaces with those on powder catalysts (i.e. in batch and flow reactors) • Developed Mo2C and FeNi alloy as promising HDO catalysts for upgrading biomass-derived furanics Research staff associate, Department of Chemical Engineering, Columbia University 2013 to Present Evaluating the potential of titanium-copper(Ti-Cu) mixed-oxide catalysts for the direct epoxidation of propylene • Synthesized Ti-Cu mixed-oxide thin films on a Cu(111) single crystal and characterized them using AES • Identified the formation of OMMP intermediate after adsorption of propylene oxide using HREELS Other responsibilities • Maintained electron spectroscopy, mass spectrometry instruments and various vacuum pumps; took charge in the move of an ultra-high vacuum(UHV) chamber from University of Delaware to Columbia University • Trained 2 junior Ph.D. students for performing DFT modeling and surface science experiments Research assistant, Brookhaven National Lab 07/2013 to 08/2013 X-ray absorption spectroscopy(XAS) training • Characterized the bond length, coordination number and oxidation state of Ni/Pd bimetallic catalysts • Built a standard operating procedure(SOP) for the XAS measurement Teaching assistant, University of Delaware • Taught 30 junior undergraduate students to perform fuel cell and equilibrium experiments • Tutored 15 students for their technical writing 09/2011 to 12/2011 Research assistant, Zhejiang University 09/2009 to 06/2010 Evaluating and understanding the catalytic performance of Cu(II)-amine complex for poly phenylene oxide (PPO) synthesis in water • Synthesized Fe3O4 nanoparticles (using co-precipitation) and supported Cu(II)-amine PAMAM catalysts • Enhanced the PPO yield through increasing the local concentration of Cu(II) by selecting ligand Awards & Honors • Second place in the annual graduate student poster competition of Catalysis Club of Philadelphia 10/2014 • Honorable mention poster, the Catalysis Society of Metro New York Spring Symposium 03/2014 • First prize of the National Chemical Process Design Competition, Chemical Industry and Engineering Society of China 10/2009 • Member of the 4th BASF Greater China Summer Training Program in Shanghai, China 07/2009 • Honored volunteer for the city of Longquan, China 08/2008 Technical Skills • Frequent user of physical and chemical vapor deposition(PVD and CVD), Auger electron spectroscopy(AES), high resolution electron energy loss spectroscopy(HREELS), temperature programmed desorption(TPD), mass spectrometry(MS), density functional theory(DFT) calculations for catalytic surface modeling • Familiar with BET surface area measurement, X-ray absorption spectroscopy(XAS) • Software: frequent user of Igor, Origin and familiar with Matlab, Aspen Plus, AutoCAD and Plant Design Management System(PDMS) Publications • Ke Xiong, Weiting Yu, Dionisios Vlachos, Jingguang Chen. “Controlling Bond Scission Sequence of Biomassderived Oxygenates: From Model Surfaces to Supported Catalysts”. ChemCatChem, (invited review), revision • Ke Xiong, Wen-sheng Lee, Aditya Bhan, Jingguang Chen. “Molybdenum Carbide(Mo2C) as a Highly Selective Deoxygenation Catalyst for Converting Furfural to 2-methylfuran”. ChemSusChem, 2014, 7(8): 2146 • Ke Xiong, Weiting Yu, Jingguang Chen. “Selective Deoxygenation of Aldehydes and Alcohols on Molybdenum Carbide Surfaces”. Applied Surface Science, 2014, DOI: 10.1016/j.apsusc.2014.06.100 • Weiting Yu, Ke Xiong, Na Ji, Marc Porosoff and Jingguang Chen. “Theoretical and Experimental Studies of the Adsorption Geometry and Reaction Pathways of Furfural over FeNi Bimetallic Model Surfaces and Supported Catalysts”. Journal of Catalysis, 2014, 317: 253 • Weiting Yu, Michael Salciccioli, Ke Xiong, Mark Barteau, Dionisios Vlachos and Jingguang Chen. “Theoretical and Experimental Studies of C−C versus C−O Bond Scission of Ethylene Glycol Reaction Pathways via MetalModified Molybdenum Carbides”. ACS Catalysis, 2014, 4(5): 1409 Selected Oral & Poster Presentations • Ke Xiong, Jingguang G. Chen. “Upgrading Biomass-derived Furanics Using Low-cost Metal Carbide and Bimetallic Catalysts”, Annual Review of Center for Catalytic Science and Technology, Newark, DE Oral, 10/2014 • Ke Xiong, Jingguang G. Chen. “Upgrading Biomass-derived Furfural Using Molybdenum Carbide and Bimetallic Catalysts”, Gordon Research Conference: Catalysis, New London, NH Poster, 06/2014 • Ke Xiong, Jingguang G. Chen. “Selectively Activating the C=O Bond of Furfural Using Molybdenum Carbide Catalysts”, Annual Review of Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Newark, DE Oral, 01/2014 • Ke Xiong, Jingguang G. Chen. “Selectively Deoxygenating Furfural Using Molybdenum Carbide Catalysts”, the 224th AlChE National Meeting, San Francisco, CA Oral, 11/2013 • Ke Xiong, Jingguang G. Chen. “Selectively Activating the C=O Bond of Furfural Using Metal Carbides and Bimetallic Surfaces”, Catalysis Center for Energy Innovation(CCEI) Student Seminar, Newark, DE Oral, 04/2013 Activities Student representative, the Catalysis Society of Metro New York(NYCS) 06/2014 to Present Main responsibilities are networking with and advertising NYCS to graduate students and professors in the Greater New York area and providing feedback from students to the NYCS officers etc. • Established student contacts within 10 departments and 7 universities in the Greater New York area and accomplished contact inventory Chairman of the Student Council, School of Chemical Engineering, Zhejiang University 2007 to 2009 • Improved the Student Council’s work efficiency by specifying responsibilities for each department • Improved students’ satisfaction for the Student Council by organizing more students-oriented activities 5 Glencoe Dr. Newark, DE 19702 Bryan T. Yonemoto [email protected] (505) 301-2659 Education University of Delaware Ph.D. Candidate, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering 2010-2015 (Expected) GPA: 3.811 NSF Graduate Research Fellow Thesis: Novel Hierarchical Structures for Energy Storage and Conversion Applications Tulane University B.S.E., Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering 2006-2010 GPA: 3.863 Summa Cum Laude w/ Dept. Honors Work Experience University of Delaware Graduate Research Assistant, Advisor: Prof. Feng Jiao Newark, DE 2010-Present Research is focused on (1) identifying general synthetic strategies to form novel, hierarchical inorganic materials and (2) characterizing the structures performance for numerous energy related applications such as batteries (Li-Ion & Zn-Air), electrocatalysis, and photocatalysis. Experience synthesizing first row-transition metal polyanion, oxide and sulfide materials via hydrothermal, solvothermal, ionothermal, electrospinning, and solid state methods. Invented a new methodology to form mesoporous metal sulfides thru a sulfidation reaction of metal oxides using sulfur and hydrogen sulfide gas. Demonstration of method resulted in novel MS2 (M = Fe, Co, Ni) mesoporous particles. Analyzed relationship between electrochemical profile and structure of mesoporous TiO2 particles during cycling to identify strain as a contributing factor to capacity fade. Designed projects and mentored 6 undergraduates (1 completed honor thesis) and a high school student (3 summers) while they worked in the lab. Managed for lab group upkeep and repair of shared equipment, compliance for quarterly safety inspections, and laboratory purchases totaling over $80,000. Dupont Laplace, LA Summer 2009 Worked with process engineers to analyze operating conditions of plant. After analysis, made recommendations about potential improvements to process. Coded numerous visual basic macros in Excel to assist workers around the plant. Gained a “real-world” appreciation for process safety, and learned a lot about the mechanisms necessary to protect human lives. Engineering Intern Tulane University New Orleans, LA Research Lab Assistant, Advisor: Prof. Brian Mitchell 2008-2010 Honor thesis: “Development of Mechanochemically Synthesized Nanoparticles for Photovoltaic Applications” Synthesized and characterized Si nanoparticles bonded to organic functionalities. Explored how nanoparticle purification (via centrifugation) altered the photoluminescence. University of New Mexico Undergrad Researcher, Advisors: Dr. Dimiter Petsev and Dr. Plamen Atanassov Albuquerque, NM Summer 2008 Performed parametric study on bi-modal mesoporous silica prepared via evaporation induced selfassembly. Silica was hard template for Pt/carbon catalyst particles. Bryan Yonemoto CV Last Updated 10/2014 Grants 1. The Georges Lurcy Grant – “Developing Mechanochemical Synthesized Nanoparticles for Photovoltaic Applications.” Fall 2009. $1,500. Books 1. Yonemoto, B.T.; Hutchings, G.S.; Jiao, F. The Need for a Storage Revolution for a Green Energy Economy. In “Green Energy Economies” Chapter 11, 232-252, edited by Byrne J. & Wang, Y-D. Piscataway, NJ: Transaction Publishers, May 2014 Publications 1. Yonemoto, B.T., Guo, Q., Hutchings, G. S., Yoo, W. C., Snyder, M. A., & Jiao, F. Structural evolution in ordered mesoporous TiO2 anatase electrodes. Chem. Commun. (2014) 2. Yonemoto, B. T., Hutchings, G. S., & Jiao, F.* A General Synthetic Approach for Ordered Mesoporous Metal Sulfides. J. Am. Chem. Soc.136, 8895-8898 (2014) Article Highlighted in JACS Spotlights J. Am. Chem. Soc. 136, 9235 (2014) 3. Jiao, F., Yen, H., Hutchings, G.S., Yonemoto, B., Lu, Q., Kleitz, F., “Synthesis, structural characterization, and electrochemical performance of nanocast mesoporous Cu-/Fe-based oxides” J. Mater. Chem. A, 2, 3065-3071 (2014) 4. Yonemoto, B.T.; Lin, Z.; Jiao, F., “A General Synthetic Method for MPO4 (M=Co, Fe, Mn) Frameworks Using Deep-Eutectic Solvents” Chem. Commun., 48, 9132-9134 (2012) Cover Article 5. Petsev, D.N., Carroll, N.J., Pylypenko, S., Ortiz, A., Yonemoto, B., Lopez, C., Atanassov, P., and Weitz, D.A., “Droplet Based Microfluidics for Synthesis of Mesoporous Silica Microspheres”. Mater. Res. Soc. Symp. Proc., 1272, KK08-02 (2010) Select Presentations 1. Yonemoto, B.T.; Jiao, F. “General Method for Mesoporous Metal Sulfides” Catalysis Club of Philadelphia, 10/16/2014, Wilmington, DE, poster presentation, 1st Place 2. Yonemoto, B.T.; Jiao, F. “Rechargeable Zn-Air Battery” Chemical Heritage Foundation Innovation Day, 9/16/2014, Philadelphia, PA, poster presentation 3. Yonemoto, B.T.; Jiao, F., “Mesoporous Iron Sulfide Li-Ion Battery Electrode” 17th Northeast Corridor Zeolite Association Annual Meeting, 12/13/2013, Philadelphia, PA, poster presentation 4. Yonemoto, B.T.; Jiao, F., “Mesoporous Iron Sulfide Li-Ion Battery Electrode” GRC: Nanoporous Materials & Their Applications, 8/11/2013, Holderness, NH, poster presentation 5. Yonemoto, B.T.; Jiao, F., “Designing Porous Electrodes for Li-Ion Batteries” 223rd Electrochemical Society Meeting, 5/13/2013, Toronto, CA, oral presentation 6. Yonemoto, B.T.; Jiao, F., “Synthesis of Transition Metal Phosphate via Ionothermal Synthesis” CCST Annual Research Review, 10/4/2012, Newark, DE, oral presentation Select Honors, Awards and Service Colburn Club Co-Vice President, 2012-2013 NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, 2011-Present Responsibility and Integrity in Science and Engineering Fellow, 2011-2012 Explora Science Museum, Exhibit Volunteer, Summer 2010 Albuquerque Botanic Garden, Horticulture Volunteer, Japanese Garden, Summer 2010 New Orleans Math and Science High School, Tutor, Fall 2006 ***References available upon request*** Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Delaware is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. For the University’s complete non-discrimination statement, please visit http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html University of Delaware