John Meynard M. Tengco

John Meynard M. Tengco is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing, University of South Carolina. His expertise lies in heterogeneous catalysis, focusing on rational design of supported metal nanoparticle catalysts using methods like Strong Electrostatic Adsorption, Electroless Deposition, and Galvanic Displacement.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 2016
• B.S., University of the Philippines Los Baños, 2007

Research Interests: Tengco’s work emphasizes optimizing catalyst synthesis techniques to control metal dispersion, size distribution, and component interactions in bimetallic systems. His studies aim to link catalyst morphology with reaction mechanisms, particularly for scalable commercial applications. Key areas include core-shell structures for catalytic surface stabilization and advanced characterization of reaction environments.

Recent Trends in Publications: His articles (2020–2025) explore bimetallic catalysts for dehydrogenation, epoxidation, and fuel cell applications, with a focus on electroless deposition and nanoparticle size control. Themes include enhancing thermal stability and reaction efficiency through novel synthesis strategies.

Labs/Teams: While specific lab details are not provided, his research aligns with catalytic materials development within the College’s engineering and computing focus.