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Spring 2023

Date Location Photo Speaker Affiliation

Seminar Title

2/13 Livermore 101 kapoor Dr. Utkarsh Kapoor Texas A&M University Molecular Organization in Biology: What Can Computer Simulations Teach Us?
2/17 Livermore 101 dasettey Dr. Siva Dasetty University of Chicago Computational Design of (Bio)Molecules Using Molecular Simulations and Machine Learning
2/20 Livermore 101 shi Dr. Kaihang Shi Northwestern University Nanoporous Materials For Energy Storage, Separations, and Nano-Manufacturing: From Confined Phases To Materials Discovery
2/24 Livermore 101 hernandez Dr. Erik Hernandez University of California, Berkeley Selective Side Chain Modifications Directed Towards Single-Molecule Proteomics and Next-Generation Protein Bioconjugations
2/27 Livermore 101 navid Dr. Navid Bizmark University of Waterloo, Canada Collodial Transport and Design for Protecting Water Resources
3/10 Livermore 101   Dr. Micah Green Texas A&M University Heating, Curing, Welding, and 3D Printing of Nanomaterials & Polymers by RF Heating
3/24 Livermore 101 brennecke Dr. Joan Brennecke The University of Texas at Austin Robust Olefin/Paraffin Separation Membranes
3/31 Livermore 101 samir Dr. Samir Mitragotri Harvard University A Hitchhiker's and Backpacker's Approach to Drug Delivery
4/3 Livermore 101   Hendrik Heinz University of Colorado-Boulder Opportunities for Growth of Chemical Engineering at TTU and in Simulation-Driven Materials Design
4/4 Livermore 101 robinson Anne Skaja Robinson Carnegie Mellon University G-protein receptors: Protein engineering approaches to improve expression and determine protein-protein interactions
4/14 Livermore 101 chen Dr. Leanne Chen University of Guelph Scaling Relations for the Electrochemical Ammonia Oxidation Reaction
4/21 Livermore 101 zheng Qi Zhang University of Minnesota Systems Analyses of Green Ammonia as a Sustainable Energy Carrier

Spring 2022

Date

Time

Location

Photo

Speaker

Affiliation

Seminar Title

04/27 3:00-4:20PM Zoom sholl David Sholl Georgia Institute of Technology

How to Have Outrageously Good Ideas

Abstract & Bio

04/22 3:00-4:20PM Livermore 101 Andrew Dickerson Andrew Dickerson University of Tennessee Knoxville

The [not so] Secret to Scientific Discovery

Abstract & Bio

04/15 3:00-4:00PM Livermore 101 Praveen Bollini Praveen Bollini University of Houston

Second Sphere Coordination Effects, and the Limits of Uniformity in Heterogeneous Redox Catalysis

Abstract & Bio

04/08 3:00-4:00PM Livermore 101 Peter Pintauro Peter Pintauro Vanderbilt University

Particle/Polymer Nanofiber Mat Electrodes for Hydrogen/ Air Fuel Cells

Abstract

04/01 3:00-4:00PM Livermore 101 Mustain William Mustain University of South Carolina

Beyond "Dream" Materials - Engineering Approaches to Understand the Performance Limits of Electrochemical Systems

Abstract

03/25 3:00-4:00PM Livermore 101 Janik Michael Janik Penn State University

Intermetallic Catalysts Enable Determination of Active Site Requirements

Abstract

03/11 3:00-4:20PM Zoom Stone Howard Stone Princeton University

Classical Fluid Mechanics Confronts Modern Research Questions: Problem Choices and Serendipity

Abstract

03/04 3:00-4:00PM Livermore 101 Zeng Minxiang Zeng University of Notre Dame

3D Printing of Collodial Nonoinks for Next-Generation Functional Materials and Devices

Abstract & Bio

02/28 3:00-4:00PM Livermore 101 Li Gengman Li University of Oklahoma

Water: Promoter of Inhibitor of Activity?

Abstract & Bio

02/18 3:00-4:00PM Livermore 101 yan Qiang Yan University of Wisconsin-Madison

Engineering Microbial Cell Factories for Biobased Chemical Production

Abstract & Bio

Fall 2021

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliaton Seminar Title
10/22 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Hatzell Marta Hatzell Georigia Institute of Technology

Electrifying Ammonia Synthesis

Abstract

10/15 3:00-4:00PM Livermore wolden Colin Wolden Colorado School of Mines

Ammonia's Role in Enabling H2@Scale

Abstract

10/08 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Perla Perla Balbuena Texas A&M University

Electron and Ion Transport in Li-metal Batteries: Role of the Electrolyte

Abstract

10/01 3:00-4:00PM Livermore 101 Bhan Aditya Bhan University of Minnesota

The Heart of Darkness (in Heterogenous Catalysis)

Abstract

09/10 3:00-4:00PM Livermore 101 Coats Heather Coats Texas Tech University

Safe-Science Session from EHS

Abstract

Spring 2021

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
03/31 3:00-4:00Pm Zoom Pastora-Gomez Dr. Jennifer Gomez Pastora Ohio State University

Magnetically Driven Lab-On-A-Chip devices for Biomedical Applications

Abstract

Bio

03/29 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Yang Dr. Yang Yang University of Central Florida

Surface and Interface Electrochemistry of Energy Materials and Devices

Abstract

Bio

03/24 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Petkov Dr. Valeri Petkov Central Michigan University

High-Energy X-ray Diffraction for a Cleaner, Sustainable, and Healthier Future

Abstract

Bio

03/22 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Xu Dr. Peng Xu University of Maryland Baltimore County

Harnessing Chemistry and Biology for Manufacturing: From Rational Engineering to Intelligent Design

Abstract

Bio

03/12 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Chen Jingguang Chen Department of Chemical Engineering, Columbia University

Chemical Engineering Approaches for Catalytic Reduction of CO2

Abstract

Bio

03/26 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Grande-Allen K. Jane Grande-Allen Rice University

Biophysically Faithful Biomaterial Platforms for Cardiovascular and Instestinal Mechanobiology

Abstract

04/02 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Lu Hang Lu Georgia Institute of Technology

Engineering Microsystems and Computational Pipelines to Understand the Brain

Abstract

Bio

Fall 2020

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Speaker Title
11/06 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Reategui Eduardo Reategui Ohio State University

Enabling Technologies for Bulk and In-Situ Molacular Analysis of Extracellular Vesicles from Cancer Patient Biofluids

Abstract

10/30 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Boit Kipchirchir "Kip" Boit Dow Inc.

Chemical Engineering in the Face of Industry 4.0

Abstract

10/23 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Cath Tzahi Cath Colorado School of Mines

Produced Water Reclamation and Reuse: Development and Implications of Short Treatment Trains

Abstract

10/16 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Bird Jacy Bird Boston University

Measuring and Modeling Jet Drops from Bursting Bubbles

Abstract

10/02 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Vlachos Dion Vlachos University of Delaware

Data Science for Catalyst Discovery and Process Intensifiation

Abstract

09/25 3:00-4:00PM Zoom Manthiram Karthish Manthiram Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Electrification and Decarbonization of Chemical Synthesis

Abstract & Bio

Spring 2020

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
01/15 3:00-4:20PM Livermore 101 Gauthier Joseph Gauthier Stanford University

Theorhetical Investigations in Electrocatalysis for Sustainable Energy Conversion and Storage

Abstract

01/17 3:00-4:20PM Livermore 101 Lu Qiugang Lu University of Wisconsin-Madison

Data-Driven Fault Detection and Diagnosis with Machine Leanring

Abstract

01/21 2:00-3:30PM Livermore 101 Gao Hanyu Gao Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Advancing Chemical Process Development Using Theoretical Modeling and Machine Learning

Abstract

01/24 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 Dong Yacho Dong Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering Tufts University

Data-Driven Modeling and Optimization in Chemical Engineering

Abstract

01/27 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 Wu Zhe Wu University of California

Machine Learning in Model Predictive Control, Operational Safety, and Cybersecurity

Abstract

01/29 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 Creighton Megan Creighton Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Two-Dimensional Microbarriers for Environmental Protection of Dispersed Liquid Phases

Abstract

01/31 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 palmer Andre Palmer Ohio State University

Engineering Oxygen Theraputics for Use in Transfusion Medicine

Abstract

02/05 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 bergsman David Bergsman

 

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Atomic Layer Processing for Water and Energy Technologies

Abstract

02/07 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 nielander Adam Nielander Stanford University

Electrocatalytic Strategies for the Renewable Production of Hydrogen and Ammonia

Abstract

02/10 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 choudhury Snehashis Choudhury Stanford University

Molecular Design of Nanostructured Electrolytes and Polymer Interfaces for Lithium Batteries

Abstract

02/21 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 hilliar Andrew Hillier Iowa State University

Using Light to Fabricate, Interrogate, and Activate Nanostructured Materials and Interfaces

Abstract

03/06 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 maslyn Jacqueline Maslyn UC Berkley

Block Copolymer Electrolytes for Lithium Metal Batteries

Abstract

03/11 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 scott Joseph Scott Georgia Institute of Technology

Rapid and Accurate Uncertainty Propagation and Safety Verification in Chemical, Aerospace, and Robotic Systems

Abstract

03/13 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 velev Orlin Velev NC State University

Liquid Nanofabrication of Functional Multiphasic Soft Matter by Capillary Binding and Interfacial Templating 

Abstract

03/27 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 vlachos Dionisios Vlachos N/A

N/A

Fall 2019

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
09/20 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 ribiero Fabio Ribiero  N/A N/A
10/04 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 kumar Manish Kumar University of Texas at Austin

What can We Learn from Nature About Designing Membranes?

Abstract

10/18 N/A N/A morrow Paul Morrow N/A

Morrow Renewables

11/1 3:00-4:30PM Livermore 101 evola Marianne Evola Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Adminustrator

Responsibility and Accountability in Academic Research Careers

Abstract

Spring 2019

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
01/18 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 ken Chijuan
Hu
Assistant Professor of Practice, Dept.
of Chemical Engineering


Texas Tech University
Safety
Seminar

Abstract
01/25 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 coats Sunitha Nagrath Associate Professor, College of Chemical Engineering


University
of
Michigan
Micro Nano-technologies for the Clinical Applications of Circulating Tumor Cells: Implementing Liquid Biopsy 

Abstract
02/01 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  joe
katrina
Joe and
Katrina Cumbest
Regional Manager;
Cost Control

Solvay USA; Saulsbury Industries
Engineering Leadership
02/15 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  gary Gary
Frashier 
Past CEO and Chairman

OSI Pharmaceu-ticals
Authentic Leadership

Abstract 
03/01 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 weimer Jessica
Winter
Professor, Dept. of Chemical Engineering


The Ohio
State
University
Polymer Nanoparticle Composites
for Bio-applications

Abstract
04/05 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 rob Todd
Squires
Professor and Vice Chair, Chemical Engineering

University
of
California-
Santa
Barbara
Driving Particles and Fluids Using Chemical Fluxes

Abstract
04/12 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  boit Kipchir-chir Boit Improvement Engineer

Dow
Chemical Company
Succeeding in Industry 
04/16 1:00pm IMSE 121 botte Gerardine
G. Botte,
PhD
Distinguished Professor and Russ Professor
of 
Chemical
and 
Biomolecular Engineering


Ohio University

On the Electrolysis of Urea: from Water Remediation to Biomedical Devices

Abstract
04/19 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 nand Krishnas-wamy Nanda-kumar Gordon A and Mary Cain Endowed Chair professor

Louisiana State University
Multiphase, Multiscale, Multiphysics Models for
Design Innovations in Process Industries

Abstract
04/19 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 manos Randy
Snurr
Searle
Professor and
Chair,
Chemical
and
Biological Engineering


North-
western University
Reaction Mechanisms and Structure Sensitivity for Hetero-geneous Catalyst Discovery
from First-Principles

Abstract
04/26 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 archer Michael Rubin-stein Parker Distinguished Professor, Chemistry


University
of North 
Carolina
Ten Puzzles of the Airway Surface Layer

Abstract
04/26 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Livermore Center 101 seames  Wayne
Seames
Chester Fritz Distinguished Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering

University
of North Dakota

Advancing Renewable Fuel, Chemical, and Materials Technologies

Abstract
05/01 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 khare Rajesh Khare Chemical Engineering Associate
Chair

Texas Tech University
Deduction of Transport Properties from Molecular Characteristics

Abstract
05/01 11:00 am - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 zh Xin
Zhang
Scientist

Pacific Northwest Nation Laboratory
Driving Forces for Oriented Attachment Based Crystallization and Assembly

Abstract

Fall 2018

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar
Title
8/31 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 ken Dr. Ken Griffith Program Administrator, STEP Program


Texas Tech University
Strategies for Engagement: Appealing to
a Not So
Broad
Audience
9/7 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 coats Heather
Coats
Senior Lab Safety Specialist, Environmental Health and Safety


Texas Tech University
Safety
Seminar

  Abstract
9/17 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 weimer Alan W. Weimer H.T. Sears Memorial Professor, Chemical and Biological Engineering


University
of Colorado
Two-step
Solar
Thermal
Water
Splitting to Renewable Hydrogen –
The Path Forward

Abstract
9/21 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 coats Michael
Sacks
Professor, Biomedical Engineering


University
of Texas
A macro-
micro modeling approach to determine
in-situ heart valve interstitial
cell
contractile behaviors
in native and synthetic environments

Abstract 
9/26 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 rob Robert Fullerton Project Engineer, 
Solvay
Mentoring Seminar:
Life after
Graduation -
My
Experiences
in Industry

Abstract 
10/01 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 marg Margaret
Walker
Vice President of Engineering Solutions, Technology Centers, and Manufacturing and Engineering Work Process

Dow Chemicals
Mentoring Seminar:
The One
Thing About Leadership – What if Someone    Actually
Follows –
Then What

Abstract
10/5 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 manos Manos Mavri-kakis Vilas Distinguished Professor and Chair, Chemical and Biological Engineering

University
of
Wisconsin
Reaction Mechanisms and
Structure Sensitivity
for
Heterogen-
eous
Catalyst    Discovery
from First-Principles

Abstract 
10/12 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 archer Lynden Archer Friend Family Distinguished Professor, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering


Cornell University
Electro-
kinetics, transport
and
geometric stability of reactive
metal electrodes in high-energy batteries

  Abstract
10/19 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 priestley Rod
Priestley
Associate Professor, Chemical and Biological Engineering


Princeton University
TBA
10/25 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm ESB 120 c Paroma Chak-ravarty Scientist, Small Molecules Pharmaceutical Sciences

Genentech,
Inc.
Solid State issues encountered
in drug formulation
and development:
An industry perspective

   Abstract
11/5 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 hamed Gary
Hamed
Professor, Polymer
Science


University
of Akron
The Discovery
of Carbon
Black/Natural Rubber Vulcanizates
for Automobile and Truck
Tires and the Mechanism for the Exceptionally High Tear Strength of these                Nano-composites

  Abstract
    11/9 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 hutchins Kristin Hutchins Assistant Professor,
Dept. of Chemistry


Texas Tech University
Design of  
Small 
Molecule
and
Polymer-
Based Receptors
for Removal
of Pharma-ceutical Contam-inants

Abstract
11/16 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 aksak Burak
Aksak
Assistant Professor,
Dept. of Mechanical Engineering


Texas Tech University
Nature Inspired Fibrillar Adhesives: Controlling Adhesion with Geometry and Material Gradients

Abstract
11/30 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 champion Julie Champion Associate Professor
School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering


Georgia Tech
Protein Assembly to Create Therapeutic Materials

Abstract

Spring 2018

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar
Title
1/19 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Marianne Evola

Marianne Evola

Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Administrator

Texas Tech University
Responsibility and Accountability in Academic Research Careers

Abstract
1/24 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Jim Bielenberg

Jim Bielenberg

Chief Technology Officer

RAPID Manufacturing Institute
Modular Chemical Process Intensification - Transforming the Process Industries

Abstract
1/26 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Chijuan Hu

Chijuan Hu

Assistant Professor of Practice, Chemical Engineering 

Texas Tech University
Best Practices for Responsible Research
2/7 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Chad Vicitis

Chad Vicitis

Assoc. Prof. of Environmental Engineering

Harvard University
Environmental Applications of Electroactive Membranes

Abstract
2/12 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Alexander Buffone, Jr.

Alexander Buffone, Jr.

Postdoctoral Fellow, Dept. of Chem. and Biol. Eng.

University of Pennsylvania
Genetic Engineering of Leukocyte Recruitment

Abstract
2/16 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Abhihav Acharya

Abhihav Acharya

Postdoctoral Fellow, Dept. of Chem. and Pet. Eng.

University of Pittsburgh
Applications of Biomaterials in Translational ImmunoEngineering and Diagnostics

Abstract
2/19 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Jiahe Li

Jiahe Li

Postdoctoral Fellow, Dept. of Chem. Eng.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bioinspired Assembly of Ribonucleoproteins for RNA-based Therapeutics

Abstract
2/21 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 John Swierk

John Swierk

Associate Research Scientist, Dept. of Chem.

Yale University
Designing Dye-Sensitized and Electrocatalytic Systems for Water Oxidation

Abstract
2/23 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Gang Bao

Gang Bao

Foyt Family Professor in Bioengineering

Rice University
Engineering Multifunctional Nanoparticles for Disease Detection and Therapy

Abstract
2/26 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Joshua Howe

Joshua Howe

Postdoctoral Fellow, Dept. of Chem. Eng

Georgia Tech
Detailed Understanding of Metal—Organic Frameworks for Energy Applications

Abstract
2/28 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Astrid Muller

Astrid Muller

Laser Technologist, Beckman Institute

California Institute of Technology
Understanding Heterogeneous Water Oxidation Catalysis

Abstract
3/23 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Mike Kessler

Mike Kessler

Dean

University of North Dakota
Multi-functional liquid crystalline epoxy networks

Abstract
3/30 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Eric Furst

Eric Furst

Department Chair, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

University of Delaware
Colloidal gels - interactions, microstructure, and elasticity

Abstract
4/13 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Lynden Archer

Lynden Archer

Distinguished Professor of Engineering, Department of Chemical Engineering

Cornell University
TBA
4/18 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Felix Morales

Felix Morales

Pathway to a MD

Texas Tech Health Sciences Center
ChE Mentor Program Seminar: Medical Careers for Engineers
4/20 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Dale Harper

Dale Harper

Sr. Vice President

Canyon Midstream
ChE Mentor Program Seminar: The American Way
4/30 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Patrick Mather

Patrick Mather

Dean, College of Engineering and Professor of Chemical Engineering

Bucknell University
Wrinkled Polymeric Coatings via Shape Memory Activation: A Cell Alignment Study

Abstract
5/4 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Raghu Narayan

Raghu Narayan

Head, Technical Services

Armco Services
TBA

Fall 2017

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
8/25 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 David Rockstraw David Rockstraw Department Head and Distinguished Professor in Chemical and Materials Engineering

New Mexico State University
Adsorption of N-Nitrosodimethylamine on Pecan Shell Char and Activated Carbon

Abstract
8/28 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Ferruccio Doghieri Ferruccio Doghieri Universitata di Bologna, Bologna, Italy Vapor Sorption and Relaxation in Glassy Polymers: Experimental Characterization and Modeling

Abstract
9/1 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 double t logo Jared Martin Laboratory Safety Manager

Texas Tech University
Department Safety Seminar
9/8 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Pedro Ezequiel Ramirez-Gonzalez Pedro Ezequiel Ramirez-Gonzalez Research Fellow

Autonomous University of San Luis Potosi
Towards a Fundamental Statistical Theory of Non-Equilibrium and Arrested Systems

Abstract
9/15 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Shiang-Tai Lin Shiang-Tai Lin Department of Chemical Engineering, National Taiwan University, Taiwan Artificial Intelligence Molecular Design for Targeted Fluid Phase Equilibria

Abstract
9/22 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Judy Wornat Judy Wornat Dean, College of Engineering, and Prof. of Chemical Engineering

Louisiana State University
Supercritical Pyrolysis of Fuels for Future High-Speed Aircraft: Mechanisms of PAH Growth

Abstract
10/13 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Max Gorensek Max Gorensek Senior Fellow

Savannah River National Laboratory
Abstract
10/20 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Prashanth Badrinaryanan Prashanth Badrinaryanan Technical Service Manager

Olin Blue Cube
Abstract
11/10 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Shakeel Kadri Shakeel Kadri Executive Director

Center for Process Safety AIChE
Process Safety Leadership: A Journey Towards Excellence

Abstract
12/1 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 David Lynn David Lynn Duane H. and Dorothy M. Bluemke Professor Dept. of Chemical and Biological Engineering

University of Wisconsin - Madison
Design of Soft Material Interfaces: From ‘Conventional ‘ to ‘Covalent' Assembly

Abstract
12/4 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Guangzhao Mao Guangzhao Mao Chair, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science

Wayne State University
Directed Self-assembly of Nanomaterials for Sensing and DNA Delivery

Abstract
12/8 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Trung Nguyen Trung Nguyen Research Associate, Dept. of Materials Sci. and Eng.

Northwestern University
Predictive Design of Bio-Inspired Nanomaterials: Nanoscale Modeling Meets High-Performance Computing

Abstract
12/11 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 David Simmons David Simmons Assistant Prof., Polymer Engineering

University of Akron
Understanding and Design of Glass Formation and Dynamics in Nanostructured Materials

Abstract

Spring 2017

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
1/27 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Marianne Evola Marianne Evola Responsible Conduct of Research

Texas Tech University
Ethical Conduct of Research

Abstract
2/3 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Jack McCavit Jack McCavit President

JL McCavit Consulting, LLC
What We Do Matters

Abstract
2/10 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Corp. Randy Baker & Sgt. Amy Ivey Corp. Randy Baker & Sgt. Amy Ivey ALERRT Instructors,Police Department

Texas Tech University
Responding to an active shooter

Abstract
2/24 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Mohammad Asadi Mohammad Asadi Postdoctoral Researcher, Mechanical Engineering

University of Illinois at Chicago
Advanced Catalysts for Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage Systems

Abstract
3/3 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Mahdi Malmali Mahdi Malmali Postdoctoral Researcher, Chemical Engineering

University of Minnesota
Distributed Ammonia Manufacturing

Abstract
3/6 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Hee Jueng Oh Hee Jueng Oh Postdoctoral Researcher, Chemical Engineering

University of California, Berkeley
Molecular Scale Engineering of Membranes for Energy-Efficient Separations

Abstract
3/30 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 double t logo Jim Richardson National Geographic Photographer

Phillips 66
Who Will Feed Planet Earth?

Abstract
4/21 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Eric Vasbinder Eric Vasbinder Advanced Control and Optimization Team Lead

Phillips 66
How Process Control Impacts Industry

Abstract
4/28 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Sheryl Ehrman Sheryl Ehrman Chair, Chemical Engineering

University of Maryland
One step ahead: light-based combinations to combat treatment resistance in cancers

Abstract
5/5 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Rozanna Zia Rozanna Zia Assistant Professor, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Cornell University
Departmental Seminar "Phase Mechanics" of arrested colloidal gels: a new paradigm for non-equilibrium phase transitions in soft matter.

Abstract

Spring 2016

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
1/22 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Chijuan Hu Chijuan Hu Assistant Professor of Practice

Texas Tech University
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract
2/1 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Amir Haji-Akbari Amir Haji-Akbari Postdoctoral Researcher

University of Michigan
TBA
2/5 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Michael Wong Dr. Michael Wong Professor and Chair of the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Rice University
TBA
2/8 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Huang-Chiao Huang Huang-Chiao Huang Research Fellow

Harvard Medical School
Departmental Seminar

One step ahead: light-based combinations to combat treatment resistance in cancers

Abstract
2/15 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Ya-Wen Chang Ya-Wen Chang Postdoctoral Fellow

National Institute of Standards and Technology
Departmental Seminar

Not Just About Shapes: How Anisotropy Shapes the World of Soft Materials

Abstract
2/22 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Maryam Peer Maryam Peer Postdoctoral Research Associate

MIT
Departmental Seminar

Polymer-derived Carbon-based Materials with Tailored Properties: Design and Application

Abstract
3/4 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Zheng Li Dr. Zheng Li Research Scientist

Department of Materials Science and Engineering, MIT
Departmental Seminar

Materials and Systems for Grid Scale Applications of Alkali Metal –Ion Storage

Abstract
3/7 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Srinivas Rangarajan Srinivas Rangarajan Postdoctoral Research Associate

Univ. of Wisconsin
Departmental Seminar

Nitramine-Rich Amorphous Energetics

Abstract
3/8 10:30 am - 11:30 am ESB 120  double t logo Victor Stepanov & Rajen B. Patel US Army, RDECOM-ARDEC Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806, USA Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract
3/25 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm    Thuy Duong Nguyen Phan Thuy Duong Nguyen Phan Research Associate

Chemistry Department, Brookhaven National Laboratory, New York 11973, USA
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract
4/1 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Sanjaya Senanayake Dr. Sanjaya Senanayake Associate Chemist in the Catalysis Reactivity and Structure group

Brookhaven National Lab
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract
4/8 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Megan L. Robertson Megan L. Robertson Assistant Professor in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineer

University of Houston
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract
4/15 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Lynn Irvine Lynn Irvine Business Services Manager, Pasadena Plastics Complex

Chevron Phillips Chemical Company
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract
4/22 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Tadd Truscott Dr. Tadd Truscott Assistant Professor in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Utah State University
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract
4/29 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Celeste Nelson Celeste Nelson Associate Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering

Princeton University
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract
5/6 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  C. Michael Lindsay C. Michael Lindsay Ordnance Sciences Core Technical Competency Lead

U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract
5/6 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Kathryn Beers Dr. Kathryn Beers Group Leader,Polymers and Complex Fluids

NIST
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract

Fall 2015

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
8/28 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  double t logo Jared Martin Environmental Health and Safety

Texas Tech University
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar

Abstract
9/4 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Marianne Evola Dr. Marianne Evola Responsible Conduct in Research Administrator

Texas Tech University
Departmental Seminar

Responsible Conduct in Research

Abstract
9/11 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Suzanne Tapp and Dr. Allison Boye Suzanne Tapp and Dr. Allison Boye Director and Assistant Director, TLPDC,Texas Tech University

Texas Tech University
Departmental Seminar

Helping Students Stay Engaged

Abstract
9/18 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Hak-Joon Sung Dr. Hak-Joon Sung Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Assistant Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine

Vanderbilt University
Departmental Seminar

Hemodynamic Targeting Stimuli Responsive Therapeutic Delivery to Atheroprone Vasculature

Abstract
10/2 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Brian Grady Dr. Brian Grady Director of CBME, Conoco Du Pont Professor Professor

University of Oklahoma
Departmental Seminar

Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Composites: Effect of Nanotubes on Polymer Physics

Abstract
10/9 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Mark Darby Dr. Mark Darby Consultant

CMiD Solutions
Departmental Seminar

How I became an Independent Consultant(Without Really Trying)

Abstract
10/14 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Michelle Leite Dr. Michelle Leite Assistant Professor

University of Campinas - UNICAMP
Departmental Seminar

Evaluation of anesthetic efficacy in human oral cavity: clinical trial studies

Abstract
10/16 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Juliana Napimoga Dr. Juliana Napimoga Associate Professor

University of Campinas - UNICAMP
Departmental Seminar

TMJ pain: in vivo assessment of 15d-PGJ2 prostaglandin as a potential therapeutic

Abstract
10/23 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Nitash Balsara Dr. Nitash Balsara Professor of Chemical Engineering

California Institute of Technology
Departmental Seminar

Batteries, Biofuels, and the Sustainable Energy Landscape

Abstract
10/30 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  double t logo Dr. Paul A. O Connell Research Scientist from Dow Chemical Company Departmental Seminar

Understanding Blown Polythylene Film Dart Strength Variability

Abstract
11/2 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Alexander J. Smits Alexander J. Smits NAE

Princeton University
Departmental Seminar

High Reynolds number flows, the atmospheric boundary layer, and wind turbines

Abstract
11/6 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Hongjun Liang Hongjun Liang Associate Professor of Cell Physiology and Molecular Biophysics

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Departmental Seminar

Virus-Mimicking Polymer Molecular Brushes Are Potent Antibiotics with High Selectivity

Abstract
11/20 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Jeffrey Rimer Dr. Jeffrey Rimer Ernest J. and Barbara M. Henley Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering

University of Houston
Departmental Seminar

Identifying New Paradigms in Crystal Engineering for Catalysis and Biomedical Applications

Abstract

Spring 2015

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
1/14 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm ECE 217 Dr. Guillaume Miquelard-Garnier  Dr. Guillaume Miquelard-Garnier Maître de conférences

Arts et Métiers ParisTech
Departmental Seminar

Multilayer coextrusion as a new tool to look at old polymer science problems

Abstract
1/16 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Gilles Régnier Dr. Gilles Régnier Professeur des universités

Arts et Métiers ParisTech
Departmental Seminar

Influence of processing on electrical properties of polymers reinforced by carbon nanotubes

Abstract
1/23 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Geyou Ao Dr. Geyou Ao Postdoctoral Research Associate

National Institute of Standards and Technology
Departmental Seminar

Biomolecule Assisted Separation and Macroscopic Assembly of Carbon Nanotubes

Abstract
1/26 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Gabriel Juarez Dr. Gabriel Juarez Postdoctoral Research Associate

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Departmental Seminar

Microbial degradation of organic matter and crude oil in the ocean: The importance of interfacial processes

Abstract
1/30 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Stephen Mirigian Dr. Stephen Mirigian Postdoctoral Researcher

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Departmental Seminar

The Elastically Cooperative Nonlinear Langevin Equation: A unified, predictive theory of activated relaxation in colloids, molecular liquids, and polymers in the bulk and under confinement

Abstract
2/13 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101 Dr. Amit Vaish  Dr. Amit Vaish Postdoctoral Researcher

University of Delaware
Departmental Seminar

Developing Biomimetic Platforms Containing Biomembranes: Enabling Study of Membrane Proteins in Action

Abstract
2/20 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Julianne Holloway Dr. Julianne Holloway Postdoctoral Fellow

University of Pennsylvania
Departmental Seminar

Engineering Biomimetic Cues to Restore Musculoskeletal Tissue Function

Abstract
2/25 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Hannah Song Dr. Hannah Song Postdoctoral Fellow

University of Toronto
Departmental Seminar

Towards Regenerative Medicine for Heart Failure: in vitro Cardiovascular Model Systems using Biomedical Engineering Approaches

Abstract
2/27 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Young Shik Shin Dr. Young Shik Shin Adjunct Assistant Professor

University of California, Los Angeles
Departmental Seminar

Single Cell Based Functional Analysis Technologies for Translational Research

Abstract
3/13 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Esteban E. Ureña-Benavides Dr. Esteban E. Ureña-Benavides Postdoctoral Fellow

The University of Texas at Austin
Departmental Seminar

Bio-Based Nanocomposites for Sustainability and Advanced Separations

Abstract
3/27 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Jeffrey F. Morris Dr. Jeffrey F. Morris Professor and Chair of Chemical Engineering

City College of New York
Departmental Seminar

Frictional interactions in viscous suspensions: Abrupt shear thickening and flow-induced jamming

Abstract
3/30 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  in logo Dr. Hongyun Yang Senior Research and Development Engineer

IntraMicron Inc.
Departmental Seminar

Structured catalysts for gas-to-liquids processes

Abstract
4/10 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Nikhil S. Malvankar Dr. Nikhil S. Malvankar Burroughs Wellcome Fund CASI Fellow

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Departmental Seminar

Engineering electron transfer among bacteria for improved bioenergy and biofuels

Abstract
4/17 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Ubaldo M. Córdova-Figueroa Dr. Ubaldo M. Córdova-Figueroa Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering

University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez
Departmental Seminar

Microstructure and Rheology of Patchy Particle Suspensions via Brownian Dynamics Simulations

Abstract
4/24 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  P. R. Schunk P. R. Schunk Manager, CTO Programs Office

Sandia National Laboratories
Departmental Seminar

Computer-Aided Engineering Approach towards Bottom-up and Top-Down Nanomanufacturing

Abstract
6/19 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Thomas Thundat Dr. Thomas Thundat Canada Excellence Research Chair in Oil Sands Molecular Engineering

University of Alberta
Departmental Seminar

Nanomechanical Systems: From Molecular Recognition to Energy Conversion

Abstract

Fall 2014

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
8/29 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  double t logo Jared Martin Laboratory Safety Manager

Texas Tech University Environmental Health and Safety
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar
9/10 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm ESB 120  Dr. Stephen Z.D. Cheng Dr. Stephen Z.D. Cheng Dean of College of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering

University of Akron
Departmental Seminar

Giant Polyhedra and Giant Surfactants based on Nano-atoms: Tuning from Crystals, to Quasicrystals, to Frank-Kasper Phases: An Interconnection between Soft and Hard matters

Abstract
9/10 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Kenneth S. Schweizer Dr. Kenneth S. Schweizer G. Ronald and Margaret H. Morris Professor of Materials Science and Engineering

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Departmental Seminar

Dynamical Phenomena in Molten, Crosslinked and Quenched Polymer-Nanoparticle Hybrid Materials

Abstract
9/10 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Haoyu Zhao Haoyu Zhao Doctoral Student

Texas Tech University Department of Chemical Engineering
Graduate Student Seminar

Nanoconfined MMA Polymerization and Structural Recovery in Ge-Se Glasses

Abstract
10/13 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ESB 120  Lan Ma Lan Ma Doctoral Student

Texas Tech University Department of Chemical Engineering
Graduate Student Seminar

Design of a continuous-flow, immobilized-cell fermentor system and separation process for production and separation of bioethanol

Abstract
10/17 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Julie M. Jackson Julie M. Jackson Americas Polypropylene Product Manager

ExxonMobil Chemical
Departmental Seminar

Making the Transition from Student to Professional

Abstract
10/24 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Margarida Costa Gomes Dr. Margarida Costa Gomes Research Professor

Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS)
Departmental Seminar

Ionic Liquids for Gas Separations and Polymer Processing

Abstract
12/9 9:00 am - 10:00 am Experimental Sciences 120  Dr. Sadhan C. Jana Dr. Sadhan C. Jana Professor of Polymer Engineering

University of Akron
Departmental Seminar

Multi-functional Aerogels and Novel Polymer Nanofibers

Abstract

Spring 2014

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
1/17 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Dr. Marianne Evola Dr. Marianne Evola Responsible Conduct in Research Administrator

Texas Tech University
Departmental Seminar

Avoiding Career Shattering Errors

Abstract
1/24 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Joan Brennecke Dr. Joan Brennecke Keating-Crawford Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

University of Notre Dame
Departmental Seminar

Designing Ionic Liquids for CO2 Separations

Abstract
1/27 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Jeremy Oliver Marston Dr. Jeremy Oliver Marston Research Scientist

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
Departmental Seminar

Freezing Drop Shapes with Hydrophobic Powders

Abstract
1/31 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Hari Chirra Dinakar Dr. Hari Chirra Dinakar Postdoctoral Scholar

University of California, San Francisco
Departmental Seminar

Micro- and Nanofabricated Platforms: From Hydrogel Sensors to Therapeutic Devices

Abstract
2/3 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Ashlee N. Ford Versypt Dr. Ashlee N. Ford Versypt Postdoctoral Research Associate

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Departmental Seminar

Mathematical Modeling of Pharmaceuticals: Predictive Design for Better Medicines

Abstract
2/7 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Sutapa Barua Dr. Sutapa Barua Post Doctoral Scholar

University of California, Santa Barbara
Departmental Seminar

Engineering Nanoparticles for Drug and Gene Delivery

Abstract
2/10 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Hitesh Handa Dr. Hitesh Handa Research Investigator of Surgery

University of Michigan
Departmental Seminar

Novel Nitric Oxide Releasing Materials and Their Biomedical Applications

Abstract
2/17 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Sheima Jatib Khatib Dr. Sheima Jatib Khatib Postdoctoral Associate

Virginia Tech University
Departmental Seminar

Synthesis, characterization, and the fundamental interrogation of novel catalytic materials for industrial and energy applications

Abstract
2/19 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Dr. Jun Wang Dr. Jun Wang Postdoctoral Fellow in Chemical Engineering

California Institute of Technology
Departmental Seminar

Barcode Microchips for Single-Cell Proteomic and Transcriptomic Analyses

Abstract
3/10 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Dr. Matthew Panthani Dr. Matthew Panthani Post-doctoral Researcher

The University of Chicago
Departmental Seminar

Printable Semiconductor Nanocrystal "Inks" for Solar Energy Conversion

Abstract
3/12 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Nurxat Nuraje Dr. Nurxat Nuraje Postdoctoral Associate in Chemical Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Departmental Seminar

Nature-Inspired Design of Nanostructured and Biomimetic Materials for Renewable Energy Applications

Abstract
3/14 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Wei Gao Dr. Wei Gao Postdoctoral Research Associate
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Departmental Seminar

Graphene Oxide in Supercapacitors and Fuel Cells

Abstract
3/26 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Dr. Dipak Barua  Dr. Dipak Barua Research Assistant Professor

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Departmental Seminar

Investigation of the roles of Src family tyrosine kinases in immune response signaling and their redundancy: focus on B cell antigen receptor signaling

Abstract
4/11 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Roger T. Bonnecaze Dr. Roger T. Bonnecaze William and Betty Nowlin Chair in Chemical Engineering

The University of Texas at Austin
Departmental Seminar

Unit Operations for Nanomanufacturing

Abstract
4/25 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. Scott L. Diamond Dr. Scott L. Diamond Arthur E. Humphrey Professor and Chair of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

University of Pennsylvania
Departmental Seminar

Multiscale Patient-Specific Systems Biology

Abstract
5/2 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101  Dr. John C. Flake Dr. John C. Flake Affolter Professor of Chemical Engineering

Louisiana State University
Departmental Seminar

Batteries versus Electrogenerated Fuels

Abstract

Fall 2013

Date Time Location Photo Speaker Affiliation Seminar Title
9/6 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 double t logo Jared Martin Environmental Health and Safety

Texas Tech University
Departmental Seminar

Chemical Engineering Safety Seminar
9/9 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Lankford Lab - ECE 101 Dr. Howard Stone Dr. Howard Stone Dixon Professor in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Princeton University
Soft Matter Seminar

Elementary flows with surprising responses: (I) Biofilms and flow and (II) Trapping of bubbles in stagnation point flows

Abstract
10/11 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Dr. Eric T. Boder Dr. Eric T. Boder Associate Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

University of Tennessee
Departmental Seminar

Understanding and Controlling Conformationally Switchable Proteins

Abstract
10/25 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Dr. Gila Stein Dr. Gila Stein Ernest J. and Barbara M. Henley Assistant Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

University of Houston
Departmental Seminar

Nanopatterning with Polymer Thin Films

Abstract
11/15 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Dr. John Fourkas Dr. John Fourkas Millard Alexander Professor and Associate Chair of Chemistry and Biochemistry

University of Maryland
Joint Seminar with the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Supported Amphiphilic Bilayers: Is a Methyl Group All You Need?

Abstract
11/22 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Livermore Center 101 Dr. Danny Reible Dr. Danny Reible Donovan Maddox Distinguished Engineering Chair and Professor

Texas Tech University
Departmental Seminar

Assessing contaminant availability and fate in water and sediments

Abstract

Spring 2013

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title Abstract
1/18 Dr. Nabila Shamim Instructor, Department of Chemical Engineering Texas Tech University Department Seminar
Safety Seminar
 
1/28 Dr. Haiqing Lin Senior Research Scientist Membrane Technology and Research, Inc. Department Seminar
Molecular Engineering of Polymeric Membrane Materials for H2 Purification and CO2 Capture
Abstract
2/4 Dr. Devin G. Barrett Postdoctoral Researcher Northwestern University Department Seminar
Viscoelastic and Covalently Cross-Linked Hydrogels Inspired by Mussels
Abstract
2/6 Dr. Wei Li NSERC Postdoctoral Fellow Massachusetts Institute of Technology Department Seminar
Microbead-Based Biomimetic Microenvironments Enhance Survival and Function of Insulin-Producing Cells

This seminar will be held in the Lankford Lab - ECE 101.
Abstract
2/8 Dr. Holly J. Martin Assistant Research Professor Mississippi State University Department Seminar
Examining the Interaction of Chemistry and Mechanics on Surface Behavior: Applications of Corrosion Related to Biological and Non-Biological Materials
Abstract
2/15 Dr. Kelly Schultz Postdoctoral Research Associate University of Colorado at Boulder Department Seminar
Microrheological characterization for biological applications and soft material design
Abstract
2/18 Dr. Edwin L. Thomas Dean, George R. Brown School of Engineering Rice University Soft Matter Seminar
Periodic Polymers for Optical, Thermal and Mechanical Applications

This seminar will be held in the Lankford Lab - ECE 101.
Abstract
2/22 Dr. Maria Santore Professor of Polymer Science and Engineering University of Massachusetts Amherst Department Seminar
Translating New Adhesive Mechanisms at Interfaces Containing Nano-Scale Features to the Manipulation of Biological Molecules and Cells
Abstract
3/1 Dr. William Hlavacek Technical Staff Member, Theoretical Division Los Alamos National Laboratories Department Seminar
Biomolecular Site Dynamics
Abstract
3/6 Dr. Elizabeth G. Loboa Associate Professor and Director of the Cell Mechanics Laboratory Joint Departments of Biomedical Engineering at UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State University and Materials Science and Engineering, NC State University Department Seminar
Functional Tissue Engineering: Converting Fat to Bone and Cartilage

This seminar will be held at 5:30 p.m. in Livermore Center 101.
Abstract
3/8 Dr. Dennis Discher Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering University of Pennsylvania Department Seminar
'Self' versus 'Foreign' and Soft versus Stiff - Engineering approaches to mechanisms in survival and differentiation
Abstract
3/13 Dr. Osamu Urakawa Associate Professor of Macromolecular Science Osaka University Department Seminar/Bradford Chair Seminar
Structure and Dynamics of Hydrogen Bonding Polymers
Abstract
4/5 Dr. Balaji Narasimhan Vlasta Klima Balloun Professor of Engineering Iowa State University Department Seminar
Pathogen Mimicking Nanovaccine Platform Technology for Respiratory Infections: A New Paradigm

This seminar will be held at 2:00 p.m. in Livermore Center 101.
Abstract
4/12 Dr. Christie Peebles Assistant Professor, Chemical and Biological Engineering Colorado State University Department Seminar
Towards biofuel production in Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803: Expanding the molecular biology toolbox
Abstract
4/15 Dr. Gareth H. McKinley Associate Head for Research, Department of Chemical Engineering Massachusetts Institute of Technology Soft Matter Seminar
Microfluidic Rheometry of Complex Fluids

This seminar will be held in the Lankford Lab - ECE 101.
Abstract
4/26 Dr. Darrell Irvine Professor of Materials Science & Engineering and Biological Engineering Massachusetts Institute of Technology Department Seminar
Designing materials for next-generation vaccines and cancer immunotherapies
Abstract
5/6 Dr. Carol K. Hall Camille Dreyfus Distinguished University Professor North Carolina State University Soft Matter Seminar
Thermodynamic and Kinetic Origins of Alzheimer's and Related Diseases: a Chemical Engineer's Perspective

This seminar will be held from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Lankford Lab - ECE 101.
Abstract

Fall 2012

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title Abstract
9/7 Jared Martin Environmental Health and Safety Texas Tech University Department Seminar
Laboratory Safety
 
9/14 Dr. Ted Wiesner Associate Professor Texas Tech University Department Seminar
HYSYS - an important simulation tool for chemical engineering
 
9/28 Dr. Katherine Ziemer Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering Northeastern University Department Seminar
Beyond Spectra and Images: Getting the Most from Chemical and Structural Characterization of Solid Materials
Abstract
10/12 Dr. Darrell Irvine Professor of Materials Science & Engineering and Biological Engineering Massachusetts Institute of Technology Department Seminar
Designing materials for next-generation vaccines and cancer immunotherapies
 
10/19 Dr. Paul Kenis Professor and Department Head of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering University of Illinois Department Seminar
Microchemical Systems for Carbon Dioxide Conversion and Pharmaceutical/Protein Crystallization
Abstract
10/22 Dr. K.R. Rajagopal University Distinguished Professor and Forsyth Chair in Engineering Texas A&M University Soft Matter Seminar
On the mechanics and mathematics of bodies described by implicit constitutive equations

This seminar will be held from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. in Chemistry 113.

This is a joint seminar between the Department of Mathematics and the Soft Matter Seminar Series
Abstract
11/9 Dr. Mainak Majumder Senior Lecturer Monash University Department Seminar
Expanding the Application Space of Graphene-based Materials
Abstract
11/19 Dr. Isaac C. Sanchez William J. "Bill" Murray, Jr. Endowed Chair of Engineering and Associate Chair of Chemical Engineering The University of Texas at Austin Soft Matter Seminar
Computational Modeling of the Void Structure in Polymeric Glasses and Globular Proteins
Abstract
11/30 Dr. Kam Leong James B. Duke Professor of Biomedical Engineering Duke University Department Seminar
Implication and Application of Cell-Topography Interactions
Abstract
12/3 Dr. Stephen Z.D. Cheng Dean of the College of Polymer Science & Polymer Engineering University of Akron Soft Matter Seminar
Giant Molecules based on Nano-atoms: Size Amphilification, Function Diversification, and Self-Assembly Manipulation
Abstract

Spring 2012

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title Abstract
30−Jan Dr. Curtis W. Frank Professor of Chemical Engineering Stanford University Structural Analysis of the Enhancement of Mechanical Strength In Interpenetrating Network Hydrogels

Jointly sponsored by the Soft Matter Seminar Series and the Department of Chemical Engineering
Abstract
03−Feb Dr. Bruce Dale Professor of Chemical Engineering Michigan State University Designing Sustainable Biofuel Systems. Abstract
30−Mar Dr. Kathleen J. Stebe Chair, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering − Goodwin Professor of Engineering and Applied Science University of Pennsylvania Directed Assembly by Capillarity Abstract
16−Apr Dr. Sharon C. Glotzer Stuart W. Churchill Collegiate Professor of Chemical Engineering and Professor of Materials Science and Engineering University of Michigan Towards Predictive Assembly of Colloidal Shapes

This seminar will be held from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. in Petroleum Engineering 121
Abstract
20−Apr Dr. M. Sam Mannan Regents Professor, T. Michael O'Connor Chair, and Director of the Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center Texas A&M University Developing Effective Safety Programs for Academia and Industry Abstract
27−Apr Dr. Julia A. Kornfield Professor of Chemical Engineering California Institute of Technology Making them Faster and Better: Flow-Induced Crystallization of Polymers Abstract
04−May Dr. Efie Kokkoli Associate Professor of Chemical and Materials Science University of Minnesota Design of Peptide− and Aptamer−Amphiphiles for Receptor−Targeted Therapeutics Abstract

Fall 2011

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title
09-Sep Dr. Edward J. Kramer Professor, Materials and Chemical Engineering UC Santa Barbara Designing ‘Hairy' Nanoparticle ‘Surfactants' to Control Block Copolymer Morphology
30−Sep Dr. Arul Jayaraman Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering and Ray Nesbitt Development Professor Texas A&M University Inter−kingdom signaling in the GI tract: There's a lot of talking going on
28−Oct Dr. Arun Yethiraj Professor of Chemistry University of Wisconsin−Madison Multi−scale modeling of self−assembly in complex fluids
04−Nov Dr. Rodney Priestley Assistant Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering Princeton University Ultra−Stable Nanostructured Polymer Glasses

Spring 2011

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title
4−Feb Dr. Shekhar Garde Professor Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Hydration Phenomena at the Interface of Physics and Biology: A New Fluctuations−based Perspective
25−Feb Dr. Andrew Zydney Professor Pennsylvania State University Purification of DNA Therapeutics: New Opportunities for Membrane Technology.
2−Mar Dr. Katherine S. Ziemer Professor Northeastern University Engineering Interfaces: Using Subtle, Nano−scale Changes to Tune Functional Properties in Next−Generation Electronic Devices
4−Mar Dr. Ferenc Horkay Staff Scientist National Institute of Health Cartilage Extracellular Matrix: Structural Hierarchy and Ionic Interactions
1−Apr Dr. Kaushal Rege Professor Arizona State University Synergistic Approaches in Molecular and Nanoscale Therapeutics and Delivery Systems for Cancer
8−Apr Dr. Kristala Jone Prather Professor Massachusetts Institute of Technology Parts, Devices, and Chassis for Microbial Chemical Production.
15−Apr Dr. Segey Ibragimov Research Scientist SuperOx (Moscow, Russia) Second Generation High Temperature Superconductors (2G−HTS) Manufacturing using efficient and inexpensive Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Technique
22−Apr Dr. Bamin Khomami Professor University of Tennessee TBA

Fall 2010

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title
8−Oct Dr. Sylvie Castagnet Professor Ecole Nationale Superieure de Mecanique et D'Aerotechnique Some challenges for a better understanding and modeling of the mechanical behavior of semi−crystalline polymers
22−Oct Dr. Luigi Grassia Professor The Second University of Naples The continuum mechanics approach to viscoelasticity of amorphous polymers: From uniaxial to triaxial stress situation
29−Oct Dr. Ramon Gonzalez Professor Rice University Understanding and harnessing microbial metabolism: the role of systems biology and metabolic engineering
5−Nov Dr. Michael L. Shuler Professor Cornell University Body−On−A−Chip: Towards In Vitro Evaluation of Drugs

Spring 2010

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title
22−Jan Nazmul Karim Chairman and Professor Texas Tech University Renewable and Sustainable Biofuels: Challenges and Opportunities
5−Feb Mark R. VanLandingham Research Directorate U.S. Army Research Laboratory Contact Mechanics of Compliant Materials.
5−Mar Dr. Taher Saif Gutgsell Professor University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Synaptic terminal tension: lessons from fruit flies
16−Apr Dr. Samir Mitragotri Professor UC Santa Barbara Designer Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery: Physical Answers to Biological Questions
20−Apr Dr. Radhakrishna (Suresh) Sureshkumar Professor and Chair Syracuse University Harnessing Light Using Nanomaterials: Implications for a Renewable Energy Future
7−May Dr. Kyriacos Zygourakis A.J. Hartsook Professor & Department Chair Rice University Tissue Regeneration: Challenges at the Interface of Engineering and Biology
13−May Dr. Steven S.C. Chuang Professor of Chemical Engineering The University of Akron Post−Combustion CO2 Capture by a Fluidized Bed with Immobilized Amine Sorbents

Fall 2009

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title
11−Sep Marek Pyda Professor The University of Technology-Poland Characterization of Biopolymers and Biomaterials by Modern Calorimetry and Advanced Thermal Analysis
24-Sep Rod Ruff Professor UT Austin Graphene−based Materials and their Potential for Applications
2−Oct Al Sacco Professor Northeastern University Silver ions and nanoparticles; their role in the visible light sensitization of methylene blue
23−Oct William D. Lawson Professor Texas Tech University Professional Ethics for Chemical Engineers: Understanding the Obligation
30−Oct Hicham Fenniri Professor University of Alberta From Molecules to Supramolecular Architectures via Self−Assembly and Self−Organization Processes
20−Nov Roger Bonnecaze Professor UT Austin Slip, Shear Banding and Aging of Soft Particle Pastes
4−Dec Michael Pishko Professor Texas A&M University Encapsulation of drugs in core−shell nanoparticles

Spring 2009

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title
13−Mar John Walz Professor Virginia Tech Equilibrium and Dynamic Forces in Binary Colloidal Mixtures
27−Mar Phil Westmoreland Professor University of Massachusetts Measuring and Predicting Kinetics for Clean Use of Biofuels
10−Apr Robert Davis Professor University of Virginia Catalytic Conversion of Biorenewable Molecules to Fuels and Chemicals
24−Apr Frank Bates Professor University of Minnesota Block Copolymers: Designer Materials at Commodity Prices

Fall 2008

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title
08-Sep David Callahan     Cheating Culture
12−Sep Sindee Simon Professor Texas Tech University Reactions and Tg at Nanoscale
19−Sep M N Karim Chairman Texas Tech University Renewable Biofuel: One step-ethanol production- is it feasible?
26−Sep Michele Pantoya Professor Texas Tech University Modes and Mechanisms for Energy Transfer in Nanocomposite Energetic Materials
3−Oct Ted Wiesner Professor Texas Tech University Middle Molecule Uremic Toxin Removal via Hemodialysis Augmented
10−Oct Greg McKenna Horn Professor Texas Tech University Paradigms for the glass transition
17−Oct Bill Hase Professor Texas Tech University Energy Transfer at Interfaces
24−Oct Mark Vaughn Professor Texas Tech University Determining the structure of multicomponent lipid bilayers
31−Oct Kishore Mehta Horn Professor Texas Tech University Automation of Wind Damage with Hyperspectral Imagery.
07−Nov Louisa Hope-Weeks Professor Texas Tech University Low density sol−gel based transition metal oxide and sulfide materials
14−Nov Rajesh Khare Professor Texas Tech University Molecular Hydrodynamics at the Nanoscale

Fall 2007

Date Speaker Title Institution Seminar Title
07−Sep William King Kritzer Faculty Scholar Professor University of Illinois Thermomechanical probes at the micro and nano scale.
14−Sep Dilhan Kalyon Institute Professor Stevens Institute of Technology Continuous processing and shaping of energetic formulations: Challenges with viscoplasticity, migration effects and wall slip.
21−Sep Clarence Miller Louis Calder Professor Rice University Alkaline−surfactant processes for enhanced oil recovery.
01−Oct Semahat Demir Program Director National Science Foundation Computational Modeling of Bioelectricity in Cardiac Cells.
19−Oct George Stephanopoulos Arthur D. Little Professor Massachusetts Institute of Technology Design principles and methods for nanoscale structures with desired geometrices.
09−Nov Mark Ediger Professor University of Wisconsin-Madison Dynamics of polymer glasses during active deformation (Jointly with Chemistry).
16−Nov Greg Rutledge Professor Massachusetts Institute of Technology Molecular simulation of polymers: Far from equilibrium.
30−Nov Lance Criscuolo Vice President of Global Sales Zyvex Performance Materials Commercialization of Nanotechnology
07−Dec Robert K. Prud'homme Professor Princeton University Nanoparticle formation by flash nanoprecipitation using block copolymer directed self−assembly.

Chemical Engineering