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Edward Van Keuren is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Georgetown University, where he has served since 1999. From 2007-2013, he chaired the Physics Department. His research focuses on nanoparticle synthesis, optical characterization techniques, and their applications in energy and biomedical contexts. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Carnegie Mellon University (1990) and previously worked at BASF AG (Germany/Japan) and the Japanese National Institute of Materials and Chemical Research, developing optical switching materials and light scattering methods.
His research interests include nucleation kinetics of organic nanoparticles, novel optical characterization methods (e.g., Raman correlation spectroscopy), and nanomaterials for organic photovoltaics and cancer imaging/therapy. He has authored over 75 peer-reviewed publications, with notable works in Nature Materials, Langmuir, and Optics Express.
- Education: Ph.D. in Physics, Carnegie Mellon University, 1990
Van Keuren has received prestigious awards including the NSF Early Career Development Award (1990s era) and the Oak Ridge Powe Junior Faculty Award. He is affiliated with the American Physical Society, American Chemical Society, and SPIE. His laboratory employs techniques like dynamic light scattering, fluorescence correlation spectroscopy, and electron microscopy to study molecular self-assembly processes.
His work bridges physics, chemistry, and engineering, with current projects targeting improved MRI contrast agents and next-generation photovoltaic materials. He collaborates internationally on nanoparticle applications in energy and healthcare sectors.
