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Gilles Villemure is a Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Chemistry at the University of New Brunswick (UNB). He holds a PhD in Chemistry and is based in Fredericton, NB. His research focuses on inorganic chemistry and electrochemistry, particularly exploring thin films of materials such as layered double hydroxides, mesoporous silica, and clays. Applications of his work include electrochromic coatings, energy storage devices, and electrochemical sensing. Villemure’s studies emphasize material synthesis, surface modifications, and electrochemical characterization, with contributions to battery technology, catalysis, and optoelectronic materials.
His academic leadership includes guiding graduate studies at UNB and mentoring students in advanced materials research. Villemure’s publications span over three decades, reflecting his sustained contributions to electrochemistry and material science. He collaborates on projects involving nanostructured materials, redox-active composites, and environmental applications of synthesized clays. His work bridges fundamental material science with practical applications in energy and environmental sectors.
Key themes in his research include optimizing electrochromic film performance, understanding ion interactions in layered materials, and developing novel cathode materials for rechargeable batteries. Villemure employs advanced techniques such as hydrothermal synthesis and electrochemical quartz crystal microbalance analysis to study material behavior at the interface of chemistry and engineering.
