My research seeks to understand, design, and develop advanced materials, manufacturing methods, processes, and devices for a range of important applications. Current areas of focus include photocatalytic nanomaterials for solar-driven water purification; printed soft stretchable electronics and sensors for wearable devices and soft robotics; and catalytic processes for the conversion of fossil fuels such as natural gas to clean hydrogen fuel, along with the production of high-value carbon nanomaterials. Students and researchers in my lab can expect to work on highly interdisciplinary projects at the intersection of mechanical engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, robotics, and electrical engineering.
