معرفی
Emmanuel P. Giannelis is the Walter R. Read Professor of Engineering and Director of Engineering Innovations in Medicine at Cornell University, bridging Cornell Engineering and Weill Cornell Medicine. His research focuses on nanomaterials for energy, biomedical, and environmental applications, with expertise in nanocomposites and carbon capture technologies. He holds leadership roles, including past service as Vice President for Research and Innovation and Director of the Materials Science and Engineering Department. Giannelis has been recognized with awards such as the 2014 Cooperative Research Award from the American Chemical Society and membership in the European Academy of Sciences.
Education:
- B.S., Chemistry, University of Athens (1980)
- Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry, Michigan State University (1985)
Research Interests: Giannelis' work spans nanoscale materials for energy sustainability, including carbon capture, advanced membranes, energy storage (batteries/supercapacitors), and oil/gas exploration. His group develops novel nanohybrids and nanocomposites with applications in biomedical devices, environmental remediation, and industrial processes. Key areas include:
- Design of gas separation membranes using MOFs/zeolites
- Lithium-sulfur battery electrolytes and cathode materials
- Nanoparticle tracers for reservoir characterization
- Fluorine-free oil-repellent coatings
Grants & Collaborations: Leads cross-campus initiatives (e.g., Engineering Innovations in Medicine) fostering partnerships in neurotechnology, precision medicine, and data-driven healthcare. Collaborates with industry on projects like microwave-assisted recycling of critical metals and CO₂ conversion technologies.
Labs & Teams: Active in Cornell's Materials Science Department and Engineering Innovations in Medicine initiative. His lab focuses on nanomaterial synthesis, interfacial engineering, and scalable manufacturing processes for real-world applications.
