Professional Summary
As a dedicated PhD student in Polymer Science, I am passionate about transforming raw materials into valuable innovations. My research focuses on developing sustainable solutions for desalination and advancing sensing technologies by exfoliating and incorporating flake graphite into polymers. I aim to contribute to a more sustainable future through my work.
Experience
Conducting research on graphene-based polymer composites in the Adamson Lab, focusing on developing advanced materials for various applications.
- Streamlined data processing through Visual Basic for Applications scripts, which reduced turn around times by >80%.
- Reduced consumables costs by over 70% through value-driven sourcing.
- Utilized advanced instrumentation including Agilent 1260 Infinity and QSight 420.
Contributed to laboratory operations and assisted in various analytical procedures.
Certifications
Presentations
Polyelectrolyte-encapsulated graphene-nylon microcapsules for osmotic water treatment
- ACS Spring 2024, New Orleans
Polyamide-graphene microcapsules for forward-osmotic and photothermal water desalination
- UConn IMS Industry Affiliates Program 2024 Yearly Meeting
Awards
2023, 2024