The central theme of our
research
is the systematic exploration and design of fundamental
materials properties/phenomena as a function of size,
dimensionality and organization. New materials structures,
the correlation of materials behavior with the microstructure
(as a function of synthesis and processing) and their
applications in emerging technologies are emphasized.
All our
projects
are vertically integrated from the underlying science
to their technological and biomedical applications.
A comprehensive snapshot (Summer 2005) of our materials
research can be seen in this overview
article.
Our work encompasses both fundamental and applied
dimensions in information technology and health care.
It is multidisciplinary and builds on established
methods in condensed matter physics, solid-state chemistry,
metallurgy, ceramic science, electrical engineering,
biology and medicine. We are, in essence, an experimental
group and in our work we combine atomically-engineered
synthesis
(both physical and chemical methods), advanced
characterization
of microstructures at relevant length scales using
photons, electrons, neutrons & scanning probes, measurement
of
magnetic,
optical and electrical properties and for the biomedical
work, cytotoxicity, cell-culture and animal models.
We are well-equipped for our research. In fact we
strive to constantly enhance our research
facilities
but to make up for what we don't have, we also use
central facilities at
UW,
regularly carry out experiments at various national
user facilities (
ALS,
APS,
IPNS,
NCEM,
PNNL/EMSL)
or
collaborate
with a wide range of academic/industry research groups
both here in the US and abroad. Our results are regularly
published
in the best peer-reviewed, archival journals and our
alumni are well-placed
upon graduation. Our work is regularly funded by federal
(NSF, DoE, NIH), regional (UW/PNNL, WTC), foundation
(
Murdock,
Guggenheim),
and industrial (
Microvision)
grants.
In our
group we
cherish individual innovation and creativity. We also
carry out a number of projects emphasizing cooperation
with collective, team-oriented goals. We may have
open positions at any particular time depending on
the funding cycle, but in general, highly-motivated
researchers (
students,
post-docs and visitors) interested in opportunities
for fundamental investigations, technological innovation
as well as industrial interactions in these areas
are very welcome to
contact
us.
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