Kuila Research Lab

About 

Welcome to Kuila Research Lab - Where Innovation meets Imagination

 Here, we are delving into the realms of science and technology to enhance our world to be a better place.

Our lab is a vibrant hub of intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and groundbreaking research. With a passion for discovery and a commitment to excellence, we work tirelessly to address the most pressing questions and challenges in our field.

As you navigate through our website, you'll discover the multifaceted dimensions of our research, the exceptional individuals who drive our mission, and the remarkable achievements that define our journey. Whether you're an aspiring scientist, a fellow researcher, or simply a curious mind seeking inspiration, we invite you to explore, learn, and engage with our work.

We are always open for collaborations. 

Welcome to KRL!


Learn more about our Research..

Our research encompasses the diverse fields of chemistry, materials science, biology, and chemical and biomedical engineering. We embark on a comprehensive exploration of scientific disciplines, covering a wide spectrum of areas


In the domain of chemistry, our efforts are focused on the development of catalysts for biomass gasification, particularly for the production of hydrogen to fuel cutting-edge fuel cells

Funded by NSF-CREST Bioenergy Center

Concurrently, we delve into biology through cell culture studies conducted on modified surfaces, with a primary 

aim to advance the creation of innovative sensors, bioreactors for drug toxicity screening, and scaffolds tailored for various cell biology applications.

Funded by: DoD-Army for Detection of Threat Agents

Our materials science initiatives are dedicated to engineering novel molecules and materials designed for the direct capture of CO2 from the atmosphere

Funded by: DOE-BES for Direct Air CO2 capture


We are pioneering research into the catalytic deconstruction of plasma-treated plastics, transforming them into value-added chemicals and materials

Funded by: DOE-EERE  for Non-thermal Plasma-treated Plastics for  Catalytic Deconstruction and Upcycling.