معرفی
Emil Hernandez-Pagan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Delaware’s College of Arts & Sciences. He leads the Hernandez-Pagan Research Group, whose mission is to advance the synthesis and characterization of functional inorganic materials for applications in renewable energy, photocatalysis, and environmental remediation.
Education:
- B.S. – University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez
- Ph.D. – Pennsylvania State University
Research Interests:
The group develops synthetic methodologies to control size, shape, and crystal structure of nanomaterials and employs a comprehensive suite of physicochemical and analytical techniques to unravel reaction mechanisms in complex materials systems. Core expertise spans materials chemistry, solid-state chemistry, electrochemistry, photocatalysis, and advanced materials characterization.
DEI Commitment:
The Hernandez-Pagan group prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering a supportive environment for women, first-generation students, minorities, and veterans. Weekly meetings incorporate DEI discussions, and members are encouraged to join UD initiatives such as ACID and the LEAD Ally certification program.
Recent Publication Trends:
Over the past six years the group has published extensively on controlled nanomaterial synthesis, crystal-phase engineering, plasmonic coupling, and green synthetic routes. A clear trajectory emerges from fundamental studies of reaction mechanisms toward functional applications in energy conversion, environmental remediation, and nonlinear optics.
Labs & Teams:
All research is conducted within the Hernandez-Pagan Research Group laboratories at the University of Delaware, leveraging departmental facilities and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations across campus.
