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My research is all about finding innovative ways to treat water using advanced materials.
I'm particularly interested in exploring the intersection between water treatment and materials science.
Currently, my research project involves the development of a nanostructured polymeric membrane loaded with Palladium nanocatalysts to treat aqueous contaminants. This approach has the potential to greatly improve the efficiency of water treatment, while also being affordable.
I'm excited about the potential impact of this work on improving the quality of our water resources and look forward to sharing more about it with you. Check out my research projects below!
Publications
Publications
Ozioma Nwachukwu, Kirill Kniazev, Angela Abarca Perez, Masaru Kuno, and Kyle Doudrick. Single-Particle Analysis of the Photodegradation of Submicron Polystyrene Particles Using Infrared Photothermal Heterodyne Imaging. Environmental Science & Technology 2024 58 (2), 1312-1320. DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.3c06498
Charbel Abou-Khalil, Liliya Chernysheva, Anthony Miller, Angela Abarca-Perez, Graham Peaslee, Pierre Herckes, Paul Westerhoff, and Kyle Doudrick. Enhancing the Thermal Mineralization of Perfluorooctanesulfonate on Granular Activated Carbon Using Alkali and Alkaline-Earth Metal Additives. Environmental Science & Technology 2024 58 (25), 11162-11174. DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.3c09795
Catalytic Membranes Ph.D. Research
Catalytic Membranes Ph.D. Research
University of Notre Dame
2021-Present
I'm currently involved in a diverse range of interdisciplinary research projects, which involve investigating the intersection of materials science and water treatment. My work includes:
Developing a nanostructured polymeric membrane that is loaded with Palladium nanocatalysts. This membrane is designed to provide a more efficient and cost-effective approach to treating water contaminants by utilizing catalytic processes.
Building a mathematical model that considers the distribution of pore sizes, mass transfer rates, and reactive rates of a porous membrane to improve its conversion efficiency.
Quantifying the catalytic hydrogenation rate of a model contaminant using a nanobubble generator as the hydrogen source. This innovative approach allows us to generate hydrogen nanobubbles on demand and evaluate its effectiveness in treating water contaminants.
Learn more about my project HERE!
Fate and Behavior of TiO2 Nanoparticles
Fate and Behavior of TiO2 Nanoparticles
University of Notre Dame
Summer 2018
I was awarded the NDnano Undergraduate Research Fellowship from the University of Notre Dame, where I participated in the NDNano program. As part of my research experience, I investigated the sorption behavior of organic acids onto catalytic TiO2 nanoparticles. I synthesized and characterized TiO2 nanoparticles and developed a model to study the adsorption of these nanoparticles in 10 different organic acids.
Green Nanocoatings
Green Nanocoatings
UPAEP, Mexico
2014-2018
As part of my undergraduate experience, I led a research project on the green synthesis of metallic nanoparticles. Using computational simulation and experimental methodology, I designed and synthesized metallic nanoparticles with aquatic lily, which allowed for the use of chromium nanoparticles in surface coatings. I also established and standardized a methodology to synthesize chromium nanoparticles through a biological process using aquatic lily. The results of this project were presented in my undergraduate thesis.
Photo: Valsequillo Dam, one of the most invaded water bodies in Puebla because of water lily.
Photo: Collection of water lily specimens for nanoparticle synthesis.
Besides research I am also passionate about:
Science Education - How to effectively teach science concepts to students at different levels, from K-12 to college and beyond.
Science Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Examining issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in science, including the experiences of underrepresented groups in STEM fields.
Science Communication and Outreach - Investigating effective methods for communicating scientific research to the public and engaging with different audiences.
Interdisciplinary Research - Exploring how different academic fields can collaborate to address complex problems and develop innovative solutions.
¡Descubre más sobre mi trayectoria de investigación en este artículo de mi universidad en Puebla, México!
Translation: Discover more about my research journey in this article by my university in Puebla, Mexico!
Warning: the article is in Spanish!
¡Orgullosamente Águila UPAEP!
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