J. Ackerman

J. Ackerman is an Adjunct Professor and Safety Coordinator in the Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Wyoming.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Brown University (1976)
• B.S. in Chemistry, University of Wyoming (1974)

Research interests span Solid State Chemistry, Materials Science, and Inorganic Chemistry, focusing on synthesis, structural characterization, and luminescent properties of materials for CT detectors, semiconductors, catalysts, and quantum splitting phosphors.

Scientific awards include

• GECRD Dushman Award (1991)
• IR-100 Award (1991)
• NY State Governor's Award for Energy Development (1992)

Recent publications highlight work on gas turbine fuel chemistry, luminescent materials, and intercalation compounds, with a focus on structural analysis, optical properties, and energy applications.