جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Chemical Dynamics
• Quantum Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Melissas Vassilios is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry, University of Ioannina. His research focuses on theoretical and computational chemistry, particularly in reaction kinetics, transition state theory, and quantum mechanical effects in chemical systems. Research Highlights: Development of dynamic energy functions via ab initio calculations for studying polymeric materials and reaction mechanisms. Application of Variational Transition State Theory with multidimensional tunneling corrections to atmospheric, combustion, and biochemical reactions. Investigation of tyrosine radical interactions with nitric oxide in enzyme systems, linking quantum mechanics to pathological diagnostics. Thermochemical studies of gas-phase reactions using computational methods. Publications & Software: He has contributed to POLYRATE 6.5, a reaction rate computation program, and published studies on CH3Br/OH atmospheric systems, CH3Cl/OH kinetics, and silicon-based polymer force fields.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Membrane Technology
• Crystallization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Fukashi Kohori is an Assistant Professor at Waseda University's School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Department of Applied Chemistry. His research focuses on biomedical engineering with particular emphasis on membrane technology, crystallization processes, and artificial organ development. Dr. Kohori received his Ph.D. from Waseda University's Graduate School, Division of Science and Engineering, Major in Applied Chemistry (2000). Prior to that, he completed his undergraduate studies at Waseda University School of Science and Engineering, Department of Applied Chemistry (1996). Dr. Kohori's research spans several critical areas in biomedical engineering. His primary focus is on membrane technology applications for medical devices, particularly hemodialysis systems and artificial organs. He has made significant contributions to understanding crystallization phenomena relevant to medical conditions such as gout and kidney stones. His work on membrane crystallization methods has provided new insights into protein crystal formation and pathological crystal formation in the human body. Additionally, he has pioneered research on artificial gills using oxygen carrier solutions, exploring both thermal and photoresponsive mechanisms for oxygen transfer. Analysis of Dr. Kohori's publication record reveals a strong trajectory from fundamental membrane science toward increasingly clinically relevant applications. His early work focused on computational analysis of blood and dialysate flow in dialyzers, membrane fouling, and endotoxin trapping mechanisms. Over time, his research evolved to address specific medical conditions through crystallization studies related to gout and kidney stone formation. His most recent work demonstrates sophisticated membrane crystallization techniques for protein analysis and pathological crystal inhibition, showing the translational potential of his research. Dr. Kohori has received notable recognition for his work, including: Society of Chemical Engineers Kanto Branch Director's Award (1999) Conference on Challenges for Drug Delivery and Pharmaceutical Technology, Graduate Student / Postdoc Award (1998) Dr. Kohori has successfully mentored numerous graduate students who have become co-authors on his publications, including Saya Ueda, Momoko Oda, and Chihiro Ozono. His research has been supported by significant grants including a Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Grant for "Development of a new type oxygen concentrator using photoresponsive gas carrier solution" (2008-2010) and "Development of A Light-responsive Artificial Gill" (2004-2006). Current projects include "Elucidation of the mechanism of urolithiasis and its inhibition using a membrane crystallizer that mimics kidney" (2016-2019) and "Development of a new crystallization method using the liquid-liquid interface as a crystallization field" (2024). Dr. Kohori is affiliated with multiple professional societies including The Society of Polymer Science, Japan; The Membrane Society of Japan; The Society of Chemical Engineers, Japan; and ERA-EDTA (European Renal Association - European Dialysis and Transplant Association). His research laboratory appears to focus on membrane technology applications for biomedical problems, particularly crystallization phenomena in medical contexts and artificial organ development.

• Biophysics
• Chemical Physics
• Soft Matter Physics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Yuka Tabe of the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science and Engineering at Waseda University, is a leading researcher in Biophysics and Soft Matter Physics . Her work focuses on Liquid Crystals , Langmuir Monolayers , and Thermomechanical Coupling in chiral systems. Key affiliations: Waseda University (2012–present) Professional memberships: The Physical Society of Japan The Japanese Liquid Crystal Society Her research interests span: Cholesteric liquid crystal dynamics under thermal gradients Induced smectic phase formation in binary mixtures Photo-polymerization in 2D systems Defect manipulation in liquid crystal colloids Molecular diffusion in ordered soft materials Nanoscale patterning via micelle templating Recent publications (2016–2021) demonstrate: Heat-driven rotation of cholesteric droplets (Lehmann effect) Stabilization of double-twisted structures via elastic energy competition Photochemical control of topological defects in LC emulsions Gas permeation studies in smectic films Charge-transfer-induced smectic phase ordering Molecular dynamics simulations of 2D diffusion

Zachariah A. Pageمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Materials Science
• Polymer Chemistry
• Photochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Zachariah A. Page serves as Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin, where he directs the ZAP Research Group focused on light-activated materials development for interdisciplinary applications including 3D printing, tissue engineering, and organic electronics. His academic credentials include a B.S. in Chemistry from Juniata College (2010), Ph.D. in Polymer Science & Engineering from University of Massachusetts Amherst (2015), and postdoctoral training at UC Santa Barbara's Materials Research Lab (2015-2018). Page's research centers on visible and near-infrared photochemistry as a precision tool for controlling material synthesis and properties. His group develops photocatalysts, bioinspired hydrogels, stretchable semiconductors, and impact-damping elastomers through molecular engineering approaches. Key innovations involve using light to spatially and temporally regulate reactions in polymer networks, enabling breakthroughs in rapid manufacturing and biomaterial design. Analysis of his recent publications reveals dominant trends in visible-light-driven polymerization mechanisms, with strong emphasis on energy-efficient photocatalysts, spatially resolved material properties, and bioorthogonal reaction systems. The work consistently bridges fundamental photochemistry with practical applications in additive manufacturing and biomedical engineering. Page has earned exceptional recognition through major awards that validate both research impact and educational contributions: Herman F. Mark Young Scholar (2024) Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award (2023) NSF CAREER Award (2021) DoD Early Career Award (2022) ACS PMSE Young Investigator Award (2022) Cottrell Scholar Award (2022) As principal investigator, Page secures substantial research funding from NSF, DoD, and industry partners to support his lab's work. He mentors graduate and undergraduate students through the Texas Undergraduate Mentoring System and Freshman Research Initiative programs, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration between chemistry, engineering, and materials science disciplines. The ZAP Research Group maintains specialized facilities for photochemical synthesis, polymer characterization, and 3D printing development, with particular expertise in visible/near-infrared light-matter interactions and advanced polymer network design.

Gwladys Pourceauمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Green Chemistry
• Carbohydrate Chemistry
• Sustainable Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Gwladys Pourceau is a leading researcher in sustainable chemistry at the University of Picardie, France, affiliated with the Glycochemistry and Agroresources Laboratory of Amiens (LG2A UR 7378). Her work bridges fundamental carbohydrate chemistry with practical applications in green materials development. Her research focuses on eco-compatible chemical transformations of saccharides , with particular expertise in gold nanocatalysis for selective sugar oxidation and mechanosynthesis of bio-based polymers. Key projects include developing one-pot oxidative amidation methods for unprotected carbohydrates, synthesizing low-irritant sugar-based surfactants, and converting lignin derivatives into sustainable polystyrene alternatives. Her methodologies consistently emphasize minimal catalyst loading , solventless conditions , and renewable feedstocks . Professor Pourceau's publication record demonstrates significant impact in sustainable chemistry, with multiple high-impact papers in 2024 alone covering gold-catalyzed oxidations, cyclodextrin-assisted reductions, and structure-property relationships in sugar surfactants. Her work shows strong interdisciplinary connections between organic chemistry, materials science, and environmental engineering. Developed gold-catalyzed oxidation achieving TOF > 750,000 h -1 Created solventless mechanosynthesis methods reducing reaction times to 5 minutes Designed sugar-based surfactants with significantly lower cytotoxicity than commercial alternatives Established solar-driven methodologies for carbohydrate transformations Her laboratory maintains active collaborations across European institutions, focusing on translating fundamental carbohydrate chemistry into practical sustainable technologies. The research program demonstrates consistent funding through high publication output and methodological innovations addressing critical challenges in green chemistry.

• Polymer Chemistry
• Soft Matter Physics
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Sebastian Seiffert holds a faculty position in the Department of Chemistry within the Faculty of Chemistry, Pharmacy, Geography and Geosciences at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. His research program centers on advanced polymer systems with emphasis on responsive materials and network architecture. His primary research domains include: Polymer Chemistry: Radical ring-opening polymerization synthesis Soft Matter Physics: Defect engineering in adaptive networks Materials Science: Biodegradable hydrogels and amphiphilic structures Physical Characterization: Light scattering and fluorescence methodologies Professor Seiffert directs multiple DFG-funded initiatives including Collaborative Research Center SFB 1552 'Defects and defect control in soft matter' and Research Unit FOR 2811 'Adaptive polymer gels with controlled network structure', demonstrating sustained competitive funding. His current grant portfolio features: SFB 1552 (Speaker): Defect control in soft matter FOR 2811 (Speaker): Adaptive polymer gels In-kind grant: Responsive hydrogels via radical ring-opening Joint responsibility: Macromolecular phase separation under heteroleptic complexation Sub-project: Supramolecular network mobility via connectivity defects The research group operates with specialized equipment including confocal laser scanning microscopy and focuses on translating fundamental network topology studies into biomedical and advanced materials applications through controlled defect engineering.

Emmanuel Lacôteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Radical Chemistry
• Photopolymerization
• Main Group Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Emmanuel Lacôte serves as a Research Director at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), a position held continuously since 2000 following his recruitment into this permanent academic research role. His academic formation includes: Studies at École Normale Supérieure in Paris Joint PhD (1999) completed at Sorbonne University (formerly Pierre & Marie Curie University) and University of Fribourg, Switzerland Postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University under Paul Wender focusing on bryostatin analog synthesis Dr. Lacôte's research program integrates radical chemistry with materials innovation, specifically targeting radical photopolymerization techniques in dispersed media systems and advancing main group chemistry through Boron-Nitrogen compound design. His work extends into energy materials development and leverages organometallic catalysis principles for polymerization processes, with applications in next-generation material synthesis. He directs the COCP research team dedicated to Organometallic Chemistry and Polymerization Catalysis, where his group explores catalytic mechanisms for polymer synthesis and novel applications of main group elements in functional materials.

• Dendrimers
• Drug Delivery
• Antimicrobial Agents
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jørn Bolstad Christensen serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, with research spanning dendrimer chemistry, nanomedicine, and pharmaceutical applications. His work addresses critical drug delivery challenges including mucosal barriers, antimicrobial resistance, and targeted release systems, supported by over 180 research outputs across journals, books, and patents. Christensen's research centers on dendrimers and nanocarriers for biomedical applications, with emphasis on antimicrobial agents (e.g., phenothiazine derivatives), photodynamic therapy (e.g., phthalocyanine-cored dendrimers), and oral drug delivery systems. Recent projects investigate polymeric micelle-mucin interactions, pH-sensitive polymersomes for immunosuppressant delivery, and structure-toxicity relationships in PAMAM dendrimers, highlighting interdisciplinary approaches combining synthetic chemistry and biological evaluation. His publication trends (2023-2025) reveal strong focus on overcoming biological barriers through nanotechnology, particularly for antimicrobial and neurological applications. Work frequently involves computational modeling alongside experimental validation, with emphasis on stereochemistry, carrier geometry, and surface functionalization to optimize efficacy and reduce toxicity. Christensen actively contributes to academic discourse through lectures on dendrimer applications and antimicrobial research, including presentations at international conferences. He serves on review committees and performs peer review, demonstrating commitment to scholarly service and student supervision as evidenced by co-examiner roles. Media recognition includes coverage of patented resistance solutions (2016) and dendrimer applications in biotechnology (2008), reflecting translational impact of his research in pharmaceutical sciences.

Gerard T. Canebaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Controlled chain polymerizations
• Radiation-Initiated FRRPP
• Thermoreversible Nanobiomaterials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gerard T. Caneba serves as Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Affiliated Professor in Materials Science and Engineering at Michigan Technological University's College of Engineering. His pioneering work spans polymer science, nanomaterials, and computational modeling with significant environmental applications. His educational background includes: PhD in Chemical Engineering, University of California—Berkeley MS in Chemical Engineering, University of California—Berkeley BS in Chemical Engineering, University of the Philippines Dr. Caneba's research focuses on transformative polymerization techniques, particularly the Free-Radical Retrograde-Precipitation Polymerization (FRRPP) process he discovered in the 1990s. Key areas include: Nanobiomaterials development for medical and environmental applications Carbon nanotube/polymer composites for radiation shielding and solar energy absorption Sustainability-driven systems targeting oil spill mitigation and carbon sequestration Advanced mathematical modeling of ultrasonic cavitation and polymerization dynamics His publication record (2006-2011) reveals strong thematic continuity in FRRPP applications, evolving from fundamental polymerization mechanisms toward energy and environmental solutions. The work consistently bridges experimental polymer synthesis with computational modeling, yielding innovations in membrane technology, composite materials, and sustainable chemical processes. Scientific Awards: No awards mentioned in source material Dr. Caneba secured NASA-Johnson Space Center funding for carbon nanotube research, directing projects on lightweight radiation shields and solar absorbers. His group maintains active laboratory facilities for polymer synthesis and characterization, though specific student advisees aren't documented in the provided text. The research team operates within Michigan Tech's chemical engineering infrastructure, emphasizing collaborative projects with NASA and industry partners to translate FRRPP-based materials into practical environmental and energy applications.