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Structure-Property Relationships of Disordered Electronic Materials : From Crystalline to Amorphous

Creator:: Surta, Todd Wesley, Jr.
Abstract:: Two perovskite materials (Bi0.5(A)0.5)(Sc0.5Nb0.5)O3, where A = K+ and Na+ were synthesized phase pure for the first time. Their structures were determined by indexing synchrotron X-ray diffraction data and subsequent combined Rietveld refinement on neutron and synchrotron X-ray diffraction data revealing significant disorder on the A-sites of these materials. A...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Todd Wesley Surta Jr. for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in

Himeradine A : synthetic efforts towards himeradine A and related natural products, a Michael reaction focused approach

Creator:: Collett, Nathan D.
Abstract:: Lycopodium alkaloids have generated enormous amounts of interest from the scientific community, both as synthetic targets and for their medicinal properties. Herein is described work towards a unifying approach to large segments of the Lycopodium family. An organocatalyzed intramolecular heteroatom Michael reaction method, for the construction of piperidine and piperizine...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Goal. NNH P P O O 2.1.1 2.1.2 ! ! 20! 2.2. Background on Organocatalyzed Heteroatom Michael

Development of organocatalyzed, intramolecular heteroatom Michael addition and application towards alkaloid synthesis

Creator:: Carlson, Erik
Abstract:: Effective methods for the enantiopure formation of substituted piperidine rings are significantly important due to their presence in alkaloid products. A valuable method to form these ring systems would be via an intramolecular heteroatom Michael addition from the corresponding enone or enal. Described herein is a methodolgy that has been...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Organocatalyzed, Intramolecular Heteroatom Michael Addition and Application Towards Alkaloid Synthesis

The synthesis and characterization of components for solid-state lithium cells : amorphous polyether-salt complexes, planar-sheet graphite fluorides, and layered organic

Creator:: Lemmon, John P.
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: )-Sodium Salt Complexes John P. Lemmon and Michael M. Lerner* Department of Chemistry and Center for

Structural and synthetic studies of higher terpenoids : Part I. The absolute configuration of (-)-botryococcene : Part II. Total synthesis of (±)-2-desoxystemodinone

Creator:: Somers, Todd Charles
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: -desoxystemodinone AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Todd Charles Somers for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in

Unlocking Water's Potential for Energy Storage: Abundant Materials for a Ubiquitous Problem

Creator:: Leonard, Daniel P.
Abstract:: Water is an absolute necessity for life as we know it. It provides a useful medium in which chemical reactions take place that allowed for the development of single cellular organisms. When combined with the evolutionary accident that was pho- tosynthesis, water became not only a useful medium chemical reactions,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: graduate educa- tion. I would also like to thank Dr. Michael Lerner, your questions and suggestions

The Local Structure of Functional Electroceramics

Creator:: Culbertson, Charles M.
Abstract:: This work investigates the relationship between the local structure and physical properties of a set of classical (MgTiO3, CaTiO3, SrTiO3, and BaTiO3) and complex ((1-x)Ba(Zr0.2Ti0.8)O3-x(Ba0.7Ca0.3)TiO3[BZT-BCT], Na0.5Bi0.5TiO3 [NBT]) perovskite electroceramics. The materials in this work were synthesized via standard solid state ceramic synthesis, the structure was investigated through a number of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: graciously. I would also like to acknowledge my committee members, Michael Lerner, Kim

Design and Fabrication of a Polymeric Microfluidic Device for Automated

Creator:: Warner, Kelsie E.
Abstract:: Gene synthesis is an important tool in molecular biology. However, the current bench-top method of gene synthesis is a costly, time-intensive and reagent-consuming process. Lab-on-chip technology has many benefits over current bench top methods. Microchips consume smaller reagent volumes, are reusable and less expensive to make. This thesis explores the...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: guidance over the past three years. Dr. Todd Mockler for giving me the opportunity to work on this

Synthesis of Intercalation Compounds and Nanocomposites of Inorganic Layered Hosts

Creator:: Liyanage, Medagama Liyanage Amila Udayanga
Abstract:: Novel synthetic strategies are developed to prepare new intercalation compounds and nanocomposites with several layered hosts (NiPS₃, Na-montmorillonite, MoS₂ and MoO₃). In these products, alkali metals are ionic intercalates and linear polymers, dendrimers or amines act as co-intercalates. In addition to new synthetic approaches, new structures are identified and characterized....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : _____________________________________________________________________ Michael M. Lerner Novel synthetic strategies are developed to prepare new

Synthesis and characterization of polymer electrolytes and related nanocomposites

Creator:: Sloop, Steven E.
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Electrolytes and Related Nanocomposites. Abstract approved: Michael M. Lerner A general introduction

Graphite intercalation compounds containing tetra-n-alkylammonium cations

Creator:: Sirisaksoontorn, Weekit
Abstract:: Novel donor-type graphite intercalation compounds (GICs) containing tetra-n-alkylammonium (TAA) cations have been synthesized by using both ion-exchange and electrochemical methods. Structural and compositional data of the resulting TAA-GICs are investigated by using powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD), one-dimensional electron density calculations, thermogravimetric and elemental analyses, and capillary zone electrophoresis (CZE). A...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Tetra-n-alkylammonium Cations. Abstract approved: Michael M. Lerner Novel donor-type

The Role of Materials Chemistry in Designing Advanced Color Inorganic Pigments

Creator:: Medina, Elena A.
Abstract:: The results of the research presented in this work are related to synthesis and investigations of novel color inorganic pigments having various structures and shades. Inorganic pigments play a major role in contemporary life. They are used in paints, rubber, plastic, cosmetics etc. Searching for new, stable, environmentally benign and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Dr. Michael Burand, Jenna Moser, Greg Jones and Todd Stuhr, for making the department a perfect

Aryl acetylene substituent effects : the synthesis and application of biaryls

Creator:: Naffziger, Michael R.
Abstract:: The work described herein details the synthesis and application of biphenyls that probe the effects of hydrogen, Cl / Br, and methyl substituents on the aryl ring of the terminal acetylenic carbon. From this work, we successfully developed the rapid synthesis of phenyl acetylenes in 3-4 steps from inexpensive commercially...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Michael R. Naffziger

Development of new data collection and analysis techniques for low energy electron diffraction and their application to the Mo(110)-p(2x2)-S and Al₂O₃ (0001) systems

Creator:: Toofan, Jahansooz
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: and Analysis Techniques for Low Energy Electron Diffraction and their Application to the Mo(110)-p

Studies on the synthesis and characterization of polymer-containing nanocomposite materials

Creator:: Oriakhi, Christopher O., 1960-
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: finished product. Dr. Michael M. Lerner, my mentor, friend and thesis advisor for his patience, good

New Graphite Intercalation Chemistry with Ethers and Amines

Creator:: Zhang, Hanyang
Abstract:: Novel donor-typed ternary graphite intercalation compounds (GICs) are synthesized and characterized containing (1) pyrrolidinium cations with DMSO co-intercalates; (2) alkali metal cations with crown ether co-intercalates; and (3) alkali metal cations with polyethylene glycol co-intercalates. Structural and compositional data are obtained for the stable products. A new ether-amine co-intercalate exchange...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Chemistry with Ethers and Amines. Abstract approved: Michael M. Lerner Novel donor-typed

The synthesis and characterization of novel materials for use in secondary lithium-ion batteries

Creator:: Nafshun, Richard L.
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Characterization of Novel Materials for Use in Secondary Lithium-Ion Batteries. Abstract approved: Michael M

Graphite intercalation compounds containing fluoroanions

Creator:: Katinonkul, Watcharee
Abstract:: New chemical synthesis strategies have been investigated for the preparation of acceptor-type graphite intercalation compounds (GIC's) with fluoroanions in order to obtain new materials and to develop a better understanding of the synthetic approaches and properties of the products. New GIC's containing borate chelate anion such as bis(oxalato)borate, CxB[OC(O)C(O)O]₂•δF, are...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: approved: Michael M. Lerner New chemical synthesis strategies have been investigated for

New Graphite Intercalation Chemistry with Alkaline Earth Metals

Creator:: Xu, Wei
Abstract:: Novel graphite intercalation compounds (GICs) and associated chemistry have been explored, specifically: (1) containing alkyl- substituted imidazolium cations; (2) a series containing alkaline earth metal (Mg, Ca, Sr, Ba) cations with ethylenediamine (en) co-intercalates; (3) showing reversible intragallery M-M bonding and (4) via electrochemical intercalation of Mg cations with potential...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Graphite Intercalation Chemistry with Alkaline Earth Metals. Abstract approved: Michael M

Intercalation, exfoliation, and nanocomposites of layered inorganic compounds

Creator:: Sukpirom, Nipaka
Abstract:: The melt intercalation of poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO) between layers of MoO₃ and MPS3 (M=Mn,Cd) is obtained by heating the ground mixture and LiₓMoO₃, KₓMn₁-ₓ/₂PS₃, or KCd₁-ₓ/₂PS₃. The products are characterized by powder X-ray diffraction (XRD). Below the melting temperature of PEO (66 °C), intercalation rates and yields are low. By...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Nanocomposites of Layered Inorganic Compounds. Abstract approved: Michael M. Lerner The melt intercalation of

Synthesis, characterization, and structural modeling of graphite intercalation compounds with fluoroanions

Creator:: Yan, Wei
Abstract:: New synthetic strategies have been investigated for nano-dimensioned graphite particles or even isolated graphene sheets. One approach is to prepare graphite intercalation compounds (GICs) with low layer charge density and appropriate gallery height, followed by the colloidal dispersion or exfoliation of the resulting GICs. A series of anions has been...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : Michael M. Lerner New synthetic strategies have been investigated for nano-dimensioned graphite

Synthesis and characterization of novel materials for electrochemical devices

Creator:: Ramachandran, Kartik
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: for Electrochemical Devices. Abstract pproved: Michael M. Lerner This thesis details (1) the

The electrochemical synthesis and characterization of graphite intercalation compounds and luminescent porous silicon

Creator:: Zhang, Zhengwei
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : Michael M. Lerner The electrochemical oxidation of porous graphite powder electrodes in CH3NO2, CH3CN

Synthesis and structural characterization of graphite intercalation compounds (GICs)

Creator:: Zhang, Xuerong
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Characterization of Graphite Intercalation Compounds (GICs) with Fluoroanions. Abstract approved: Michael M

Quantification of Lithium via Redox Titration and pH Titration – A Method Comparison

Creator:: Hebert, Joseph J.
Abstract:: Lithium serves an unparalleled role for high energy-density storage applications and is vital for the continued advancement of the world economy. However, global supply is heavily reliant on lithium deposits situated in select locations, creating unpredictability in the price and concerns for the sustained production of the resource. Additionally, future...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: :_____________________________________________________ Michael Lerner Lithium serves an unparalleled role for high energy-density storage

The role of molecular architecture in the hydration properties of brewers’ spent grain

Creator:: Yang, Jasmin S.
Abstract:: An emerging strategy to reducing food waste is converting food processing byproducts to nutritious and inexpensive food ingredients. A relevant food processing waste stream is brewers’ spent grain (BSG), the primary byproduct of beer production. BSG is a promising candidate as a food ingredient because of its high protein and...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: :_____________________________________________________ Michael H. Penner An emerging strategy to reducing food waste is converting food

Structure-property Relationships of Transition Metal Oxides Containing Precious Metals

Creator:: Hapuraja Pathirannehelage, Vidhara H. P.
Abstract:: This dissertation presents a study of structure-property relationships within 3d/4d metal oxides containing precious metals through detailed structure refinements using high-resolution neutron and X-ray diffraction data along with exploration of the resultant properties. Oxides of 4d or 5d transition metals tend to show new topological phases due to significant spin-orbit...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Pathirana, H. P for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry presented on September 10, 2021

Studies toward the total synthesis of alkaloids : nagelamide A and D, agelastatin D, dragmacidin A-C, salacin and almazoles

Creator:: Tonsiengsom, Sorasaree
Abstract:: Studies toward the total syntheses of highly potent cytotoxic alkaloids including the bromopyrrole alkaloids and indole alkaloids were conducted and are described. Studies carried out in the course of this dissertation consist of five total syntheses of natural products that include bromopyrrole alkaloids nagelamide A, D and agelastatin D as...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , SALACIN AND ALMAZOLES Abstract approved: Kevin P. Gable Studies

Active site studies and design of ligands for affinity column separation of 2,5-dihydroxyacetanilide epoxidase (DHAE) I and II

Creator:: Allen, Scott E.
Abstract:: A series of compounds, 7-8 and 20-25, were tested as competitive inhibitors of 2,5-dihydroxyacetanilide epoxidase I (DHAE I) and DHAE II. A Hammett plot was constructed for each enzyme to determine the effect of electron density on inhibition. DHAE I gave a linear, highly correlated plot (r²=0.91) that signifies the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Abstract approved Kevin P. Gable A series of compounds, 7-8 and 20-25, were tested as competitive

Designing Dielectric Materials through Complex Metal Oxides

Creator:: Nikkel, Jason W.
Abstract:: This dissertation demonstrated that the electrical properties of complex oxide-based perovskite materials could be controlled through the careful modification of both material composition and structure. This was first shown through the modification of lead zirconate titanate (Pb(Zr0.52Ti0.48)O3, PZT) solid solutions with bismuth indate (BiInO3, BI) where the relative stability of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: David P. Cann This dissertation demonstrated that the electrical properties of complex oxide

Organic Crystalline Solids : Investigating their Capability, Storage Mechanism and Structural Evolution in Dual-Ion Batteries

Creator:: Rodríguez Pérez, Ismael A.
Abstract:: Widespread installation of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, has been delayed by the lack of suitable stationary energy storage solutions. Current large-scale technologies, such as pumped hydro and compressed air, are geographically restricted. This is where electrochemical energy storage - batteries or hybrid capacitors can play a...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: be, and for that, I am tremendously grateful. I would also like to thank Professor Michael Lerner

Venturing Beyond Crystallinity and Into Amorphous Space : A Na-ion Battery Perspective

Creator:: Bommier, Clement
Abstract:: As scientists, we have an affinity for order: repeating crystal structures, Euclidean space, continuous functions… Even concepts such as defects are discussed in the context of distracting from order. Things are most logical and best described in straightforward, taxonomical fashion. But what happens when the very application desired is dependent...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: your guidance. I would like to thank Dr. Michael Lerner, for the many discussions on the nature of

Conformation and reactivity studies of some bicyclo(3.3.1) nonane derivatives

Creator:: Sturmer, David Michael
Abstract:: New syntheses for 2-bicyclo(3.3.1)nonanone and 7-bicyclo-(3.3.1)nonen-2-one were developed. The saturated ketone was prepared from phenol and acrylonitrile via a novel intramolecular S[subscript N]2 cyclization process. A Friedel-Crafts cyclization of 3-(3-cyclohexenyl)propanoyl chloride permitted synthesis of the unsaturated ketone from 4-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde. The formation of the bicyclo(3.3.1)nonane rather than a bicyclo(3.2.2)nonane skeleton...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: )Nonane Derivatives AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF DAVID MICHAEL STURMER for the Ph. D. in Chemistry

Pyrolysis of diterminally unsaturated, eight-member chains

Creator:: Fleming, Michael Paul
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF MICHAEL PAUL FLEMING for the

The synthesis of trisporic acids

Creator:: Prisbylla, Michael Paul
Abstract:: A total synthesis of the fungal hormones, trisporic acids A and B, is described, starting from a -methyltetronic acid 34. A Robinson annelation of 34 with ethyl vinyl ketone affords the lactone 33. Treatment of 33 with N-bromosuccinimide gave 97, which was hydrolyzed to the lactol 103. The reaction of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: THESIS OF Michael Paul Prisbylla for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry presented on July

A Mossbauer effect investigation of the magnetic hyperfine structure in bis (morpholyl-dithiocarbamato) iron (III) halides

Creator:: Grow, James Michael
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: JAMES MICHAEL GRGW for the degree DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (Name) (Degree) in CHEMISTRY presented on June 4

Organic/Inorganic Hybrid Materials of Uranyl Peroxide Clusters and Uranium Minerals

Creator:: Neal, Harrison A.
Abstract:: Frontier research of non-aqueous actinide clusters is discussed. Since the inception of the uranyl peroxide clusters over the last decade, they have only been synthesized and characterized as solid crystals and in aqueous solution. This thesis provides thorough characterization of aqueous uranyl clusters and the first demonstration of uranyl cluster...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: me focused on the important goals in my education and my life. To Dr. Todd Alam – for your NMR

Organic chemistry of bark phenolic acid

Creator:: Fahey, Michael Duncan
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . . . . . . $ . . . * . ........ . p XXIII Yield of itrobenzene OxIdation Products . . XXIV Yield of isulfite Soluble Products from

Advanced studies on the biosynthesis of the streptolidine moiety of streptothricin F

Creator:: Jackson, Michael D.
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Moiety of Streptothricin F AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Michael D. Jackson for the degree of Doctor of

Composition of the volatile oil from the foliage and terminal branches of Sierra juniper, Juniperus occidentalis, Hooker

Creator:: Fahey, Michael Duncan
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: this material), A previous analysis (12,p.613-6l5) of this oil was performed by lynn and Fischer on a

Biosynthesis of aminodicarboxylic acids in Acetobacter suboxydans

Creator:: Maragoudakis, Michael Emmanuel
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: A}T ABSTR,ACT OF THE T'HESIS OF Michael E. Maraqoudakis for

The heteroatom effect in intramolecular cyclizations of organoaluminum and -lithium compounds

Creator:: Smith, Michael James
Abstract:: Intramolecular cyclization of organometallic compounds represents a promising tool for synthesis in general. The use of strategically- placed heteroatoms in the cyclizing molecule can influence the stereochemistry and/or efficiency of an organometallic cyclization while providing for functionality in the cyclic product. The work described herein first concerns cyclizations of organolithiums....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: organoaluminum and -lithium compounds AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Michael James Smith for the degree of

Part I.: Reactions of 2-isopropoxymethylene-cyclohexanone with organometallic reagents. Part II.: Thermal rearrangements of ethyl 3-(2-vinylcyclohexen-1-y1) propenoate and 1-vinyl-2-propenylidenecyclohexyl methyl ether

Creator:: Cleary, Michael Franklin
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN-ALSTRACT OF TLJ:.; Uh313 02 Michael Franklin Clear1 for

A search for new substrate materials for high temperature superconducting thin films

Creator:: Hall, Michael Matthews
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Michael Matthews Hall for the

Conformational analysis : the molecular structure of tetrafluorohydrazine, N₂F₄, by gaseous electron diffraction

Creator:: Gilbert, Michael McCall
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: tetrafluorohydrazine, N₂F₄, by gaseous electron diffraction AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF MICHAEL Mc CALL GILBERT for

Coulometric determination of dissolved oxygen

Creator:: Healy, Michael Lyon
Abstract:: Many different aspects of the determination of dissolved oxygen by controlled potential coulometry were investigated to find a means of measuring the oxygen content of natural waters. Rapid sampling techniques, simplicity of operation, and rugged structural features were stressed. Cells were designed to operate by either internal electrolysis or external...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF MICHAEL LYON HEALY for the Ph. D. in Chemistry (Name) (Degree) (Major) Date

Spectroscopic studies of matrix isolated high temperature molecules

Creator:: Lesiecki, Michael Louis
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: molecules AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Michael Louis Lesiecki for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in

Tertiary amine complexes of cobalt (II) and nickel (II) trifluoromethanesulfonates

Creator:: Jansky, Michael Thelen
Abstract:: Hydrated cobalt(II) and nickel(II) trifluoromethanesulfonates have been prepared by a previously reported procedure, and have been characterized for the first time as [ Co(H₂O)₆] (CF₃SO₃)₂H₂O and [Ni(H₂O)₆] (CF₃SO₃)₂. These formulations are based on analyses, near-infrared spectra, and on measurements of the ligand field electronic spectra and the magnetic susceptibilities. The...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ) trifluoromethanesulfonates AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Michael The len Jan.sky for the degree of Master of Science in

Biosynthesis of blasticidin S : mechanistic and stereochemical investigations

Creator:: Prabhakaran, P. C.
Abstract:: Feeding of [3-¹³C, 2-¹⁵N]arginine, 38a, unequivocally established that the β- arginine moiety of blasticidin S, 1, was formed from α-arginine by an intramolecular migration of the α-amino group to the β- position. Further feedings using chirally deuteriated arginines 38e and 38f revealed that the aminomutase process occurred with inversion of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: stereochemical investigations AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF P. C. Prabhakaran for the degree of Doctor of

Synthesis of novel ambifunctional atropisomeric 2,2',6,6'-tetrasubstituted biphenyls and investigation of their properties and organocatalytic activity

Creator:: Sephton, Mark Alan
Abstract:: Ambifunctional axially chiral 2,2',6,6'-tetrasubstituted biphenyls containing nucleophilic (or basic) functional groups juxtaposed with hydrogen-bond donors were synthesized and their properties studied. Applications for the prepared biaryls as potential organocatalysts for enantioselective carbon-carbon bond forming reactions were examined. Processes investigated included: aldol, Michael, nitroaldol (Henry), and Baylis-Hillman reactions. The novel amidoamine...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: examined. Processes investigated included: aldol, Michael, nitroaldol (Henry), and Baylis-Hillman

A new trigonal huntite material and subgroup relationships between crystallographic space groups

Creator:: Hruschka, Michael Archimedes and Hruschka, Michael A.
Abstract:: The use of an adjacency matrix to determine distant (not maximal or minimal) subgroup and supergroup relationships between crystallographic spacegroup types is described. Full lists of space-group types that are supergroups and subgroups for every space-group type were compiled. A list of the space-group types connected to each space-group type...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Michael A. Hruschka for the

Kinetic studies of some reactions of sulfinate and sulfonate esters

Creator:: Walters, Charlene Ann
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: and Suironate Esters Abstract approved: Redacted for Privacy Dr. P. K. Freeman Redacted for

Studies on nitrogen containing secondary metabolites from terrestrial and marine origin

Creator:: Barrios Sosa, Ana Carolina
Abstract:: PART I. A deuterium exchange analysis of 2,5-dihydroxyacetanilide (5) in the absence and presence of DHAE II was performed to test the nucleophilicity of the substrate in the absence and presence of catalyst. In addition, inhibition studies using 1,4-dihydroxybenzene were performed to determine the role that the N-acetyl side chain...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Abstract approved: David A. Home Kevin P. Gable PART I. A deutenum exchange analysis of 2,5

Polyoxoniobates: fundamental solubility trend and their application in solution and on the surface of thin films

Creator:: Rahman, Tasnim
Abstract:: Polyoxometalates (POMs) are anions consisting of three or more early transition metals ™ (Gr V and VI) oxoanions (in their highest oxidation state) linked together by a shared oxygen bond to form a 3D framework. Polyoxometalates (POMs) are a rapidly growing class of metal oxo clusters with a wide range...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: analyzed by XPS after complete degradation of DFP by metal oxide thin films. The P and F are

New, complex group 13 borates : synthesis, structures, and properties

Creator:: Chang, Ki-Seog
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Prof. James H. Kruger, Prof. Michael M. Lemer, Prof. Kevin P. Gable, Prof. Kelly K. Falkner, and Prof

Cation Substitution Effects in Complex Transition Metal Oxides

Creator:: Duell, Brett A.
Abstract:: Understanding structural evolution in solids as composition changes is essential to materials properties prediction. Such structure-properties relationships are the theme of solid state chemistry. Materials scientists and chemists have utilized an abundance of simple crystal structures to enhance understanding of chemical and structural origins of properties in materials for decades....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: committee members, Drs. Michael Lerner, David Ji, Brady Gibbons, and William Warnes for the time they have

The thermodynamics and molecular structure of some cyclic compounds

Creator:: McCullough, John P. (John Price)
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ,".eP( -/) l-exp( -,-) XXI. F/T R Ln (1- e;:p (-fr'-)) }T RT exp (_j-t) 1- exp(-/.t) XXIII. C

Cis-2,5-diaminobicyclo[2.2.2]octane : a novel C₂-symmetric scaffold for asymmetric catalysis

Creator:: Shaw, Subrata
Abstract:: This thesis describes the development of a new enantioselective synthetic method employing chiral cis-2,5-diaminobicyclo[2.2.2]octane-based organometallic catalysts. The significance of this new method to organic synthesis is illustrated with preparation of enantioenriched products that are transformed to important pharmaceutical agents. Chapter 1 provides a brief historical overview of asymmetric catalysis, especially...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: characterization of the new salen ligand and its complexes with various transition and p- block metals. Chapter 3

Synthesis and Solution Behavior of Tetravalent Metal Clusters with Ammonium Counterions

Creator:: Brown, Jessica C.
Abstract:: Global interest in reducing carbon emissions by use of alternative energy sources makes nuclear energy production and the impacts of the nuclear energy cycle relevant. Studying the aqueous speciation of tetravalent metals commonly used for nuclear energy (uranium, thorium, plutonium) can inform us of general metal properties and their behavior...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: _____________________________________________________________________ Michael Lerner, Committee Member, representing Department of Chemistry

Development of assessment to determine first term general chemistry mathematical fluency

Creator:: Tomlinson, Kiara A.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to analyze the scores of a mental math quiz taken by the CH 231 trailer course at Oregon State University and to determine courses of action to increase the success of students in general chemistry based on the results of the analysis. Students were...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: ______________________________________________________________________________ Michael Burand, Committee Member, representing Chemistry

Fabrication and application of polymer based microfluidic devices

Creator:: Koesdjojo, Myra T.
Abstract:: The concept of reducing laboratory operations in scale such that they fit on a microfluidic chip has been met with great enthusiasm. Lab-on-a-chip devices promise to be cost effective to operate due to reduced reagent consumption, have the potential to offer shorter analysis times due to their short path lengths,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: to Dr. Chih-hung Chang, Dr. Claudia Maier, Dr. David Hackleman, and Dr. Michael Penner, for their

Tuning Functional Properties of Pyrochlore and Related Oxides via Cation and Anion Substitutions

Creator:: Giampaoli, Gabriella C. S.
Abstract:: Inorganic structures play an important role in materials due to their versatility and diversity. A complete understanding of the structure of a material is vital to enhance the creation of new materials that fill voids in research. The rational design of these compounds is driven by the exploitation of structure-property...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: thank the members of my graduate committee, Dr. Michael Lerner, Dr. May Nyman, Dr. David Cann, and Dr

Detection techniques for biomolecules using semi-conductor nanocrystals and magnetic beads as labels

Creator:: Chatterjee, Esha
Abstract:: Continued interest in the development of miniaturized and portable analytical platforms necessitates the exploration of sensitive methods for the detection of trace analytes. Nanomaterials, on account of their unique physical and chemical properties, are not only able to overcome many limitations of traditional detection reagents but also enable the exploration...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Michael Lerner, Dr. Chih-hung (Alex) Chang, Dr. Neal Sleszynski and Dr. Michael Qian, members of my

Aqueous niobium chemistry at low pH : new precursors for oxide thin films

Creator:: Park, Deok-Hie
Abstract:: Phosphate and peroxide stabilize new oxo-hydroxo niobium clusters in water at low pH. The clusters open a new chapter in aqueous niobium chemistry under acidic conditions. The clusters also produce atomically smooth, amorphous niobium oxide phosphate (NbPOx) thin films. Reaction pathways from cluster solutions to amorphous niobium oxide phosphate solids...
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Full Text:: , Michael Burand, and Prof. Rich Carter, who make the department function. I am grateful to professors

Part I: Synthetic studies toward the southern portion of Azaspiracid-1; Part II: Total synthesis of amphidinolide B₁ and the proposed structure of amphidinolide B₂

Creator:: Lu, Liang
Abstract:: The structural architecture present in marine toxin azaspiracid - 20 stereocenters, 9 rings, 3 separated spirocenters - has attracted considerable synthetic attention. Our efforts toward the synthesis of azaspiracid have led to the completion of both C₁-C₂₆ northern and C₂₇-C₄₀ southern halves. Herein, the synthesis of southern FGHI ring system...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: extend my appreciation to my committee members, Prof. Paul R. Blakemore, Prof. Kevin P. Gable, Prof

Unique Structural Properties and Motifs of Metal-Oxides from Solids to Clusters

Creator:: Malmberg, Christopher E.
Abstract:: In this dissertation, the structural properties, thermodynamics and defect behavior of amorphous metal oxides and polyoxometalates are studied. Amorphous metal oxides have many applications, most notably as a semiconducting material used as the active matrix of thin film transistors. Alas, the amorphous nature of these materials makes studying them rather...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Chapter 3: Jacob Buchanan, Henry Wise, and Michael Yatskin assisted with the computational data

Insights and Patterns from Quantitative and Statistical Analyses of Chemical Systems

Creator:: Grove, Markas Albert
Abstract:: The work presented here is the culmination of efforts in describing complex chemical systems with statistical methods, thereby providing relatively simple quantitative models and easily comprehensible qualitative insights. The following investigations have various goals, such as development of new methods, fundamental understanding, molecular control of chemical species, and advancement of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , E. A.; Enman, L. J.; Mitchson, G.; Ditto, J.; Siefe, C.; Plassmeyer, P. N.; Greenaway, A. L

Solution deposition and characterization of the thin film inorganic materials

Creator:: Özmen, Bahar
Abstract:: The general emphasis of this work has been synthesis, characterization, and applications of n- and p-type inorganic oxide thin films that are deposited from solutions. In particular, a study of n-type transparent semiconductor films of tin (IV) oxide and zinc-doped tin (IV) oxide has been performed by spin coating. Solution...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: this work has been synthesis, characterization, and applications of n- and p-type inorganic oxide

Centrifugal Partition Chromatography, Microfabrication, and a Smartphone-based Detection Platform : Analytical Chemistry from Preparative-scale Separation to Micro-scale Analysis

Creator:: Boonloed, Anukul
Abstract:: Analytical chemistry is an area of chemistry primarily focused on the study and use of instruments for separation, identification, and quantification of an analyte of interest. Specifically, separation science within analytical chemistry often refers to the process of dividing mixtures into their small component parts based on differences in their...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: A. Nason, Dr. Michael Qian, and Dr. Chris Beaudry for your commitment and advice on my

Precursor Chemistry and Film Structure and Properties via Solution Deposition

Creator:: Huang, Yu
Abstract:: Chemistry of preparing dense film from solution deposition is explored with several cases in this thesis. Surface dense structure, conversion at melting point, and ion exchange in aqueous solution are the main topics covered here for the thin films of aluminum oxide phosphate and tin dioxide. Thin film density, optical...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: % – 96%. Secondly, p-type Cu3SbS4 thin film was prepared by solution deposition with focus on showing

Identification, Quantification, and Risk Assessment of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons and their Derivatives in Soil after Steam Enhanced Extraction

Creator:: Santiago Delgado, Lisandra
Abstract:: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are environmental contaminants produced mainly from the incomplete combustion and pyrolysis of organic matter. PAHs are among the major contaminants at over 800 Superfund sites, nationwide. Thermal remediation is used as a method to remediate soils contaminated with PAHs through the use of heat to mobilize...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : Drs. Jennifer Field, Eva Davis, and Michael Qian, for all the guidance. I also would like to

Bioactivity Screening and Gene Activation Strategies in Fungi

Creator:: Coddington, Nathan C.
Abstract:: Natural products from plants, bacteria, and fungi play an important role in society. Over the last 35 years, natural products and their derivatives have inspired over 60% of all FDA approved small-molecule drugs, and are among the top prescribed therapeutics.1-2 Fleming’s discovery of the fungal antibiotic penicillin started the “Golden...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Michael Freitag, Committee Member, representing Biochemistry and Biophysics George F. Neuhaus

Analysis of semi-volatile organic contaminants and their accumulation in remote aquatic ecosystems of the western US

Creator:: Ackerman, Luke K.
Abstract:: Many pesticides, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are persistent, bio-accumulative, and toxic. These semi-volatile organic compounds (SOCs) can undergo atmospheric transport and deposition in cold, remote ecosystems. A better understanding of their accumulation in the fish of these ecosystems is important to better predict...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , however average fish concentrations of dieldrin and/or p,p’-DDE in 8 lakes exceeded lifetime cancer

Enantioselective Total Syntheses of Quinolizidine Lycopodium Alkaloid Cermizine D and Cytotoxic Marine Macrolide Mandelalide A

Creator:: Veerasamy, Nagarathanam
Abstract:: The enantioselective total synthesis of quinolizidine-containing natural product cermizine D and formal syntheses of senepodine G and cermizine C has been achieved. These natural products are members of the lycopodium alkaloids, which have attracted significant attention due to their exciting biological activities and the diverse structural scaffolds. Key steps in...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: synthetic sequence include the use of an organocatalyzed aza- Michael addition to access a common

Total synthesis of sparteine alkaloids from a common tetraoxobispidine intermediate

Creator:: Melbardis, John
Abstract:: In previous work (Blakemore et al. Org. Lett. 2005, 7, 4721; Heterocycles 2006, 70, 609), successful elaborations of the lupine alkaloids (±)-α-isosparteine (dl-2) and (±)-β-isosparteine (dl-3) were realized from a common tetraoxobispidine precursor, 3,7-diallyl -2,4,6,8-tetraoxo-3,7-diazabicyclo[3.3.1]nonane (93). Herein, the tetraoxobispidine approach to lupine alkaloids was extended to a total synthesis of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , p. 5), which can be used to semi-synthesize sparteine (l-1). Cytisine (7, Figure 2), which lacks

Part I: Synthetic Studies Towards Viridin, Halenaquinone, and Obtusanal. Part II: Analysis, Synthesis, and Characterization of Coronene Derivatives.

Creator:: Waldenmaier, Pieter K.
Abstract:: This thesis is separated into three distinct projects. First, synthetic studies towards the furanosteroid viridin shown in part I. Second, synthetic studies towards the diperene obtusanal shown in part II. Third, the analysis, characterization, and synthesis of coronene derivatives towards their application in organic batteries shown in part III. Significant...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: -most A ring. Starting with phenol 1.1.1, carbonylation, demethylation, and Michael addition

Synthesis and study of oxides and chalcogenides : thin films and crystals

Creator:: Park, Sangmoon
Abstract:: Several types of solid-state inorganic materials are prepared and characterized. By using the SILAR (Successive Ionic Layer Adsorption and Reaction) deposition method in conjunction with hydrothermal dehydration both low-temperature deposition and crystallization of oxide thin films are achieved. Various aspects of new transparent p-type materials are studied by examining both...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: deposition and crystallization of oxide thin films are achieved. Various aspects of new transparent p-type

A Diels-Alder approach to biaryl synthesis

Creator:: Ashburn, Bradley O.
Abstract:: An expedient approach to the synthesis of a wide range of highly programmable biaryl templates has been accomplished. Utilizing the Diels-Alder [4+2] cycloaddition, a wide range of tri- and tetra-ortho-substituted biaryls have been synthesized in only three to four steps from commercially available materials. We have successfully synthesized entire classes...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , O and P for the phosphorus series and N, Cl/Br, O and C for the carbonyl and tertiary alcohol

Studies toward the total synthesis of (+)-providencin

Creator:: Jana, Somnath
Abstract:: Studies toward the total synthesis of (+)-providencin (1), a highly oxygenated cembranoid dipterpene with a unique bicyclo[12.2.0]hexadecane skeleton and pronounced biological activity, are described. These studies resulted in the synthesis of advanced intermediates 320 and 332 which contain all of the carbon atoms of 1. In a first generation approach...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Professor Rich G. Carter, Professor Paul R. Blakemore, Professor Kevin P. Gable, Professor Janet Tate and

Use of Targeted and Non-Targeted Analysis to Study Complex PAH Environmental Mixtures

Creator:: Chibwe, Leah
Abstract:: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are ubiquitous contaminants formed from the incomplete combustion of organic material. These contaminants are of concern because of their widespread presence in the environment and toxic properties. In addition, PAHs encompass a class of diverse compounds with varying physicochemical properties and exist in the environment as...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: significantly correlated with nicotine and TSNA dust loadings over time (R2: 0.47- 0.72, p < 0.05). This

Functional transition metal oxides : structure-property relationships

Creator:: Smith, Andrew E.
Abstract:: Transition metal oxides are an important class of materials for the wide variety optical, electrical, dielectric, magnetic, and thermal properties observed. Their unique structure-property relationships allow for property tuning and often provide insight into the fundamentals of chemistry. The work in this thesis was focused on the design, synthesis and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: orthorhombic p-type semiconductors. Unique magnetism was found for M = Fe and Cr with both showing magnetic

Fundamental Studies of the Structure-Property Correlations of Na-ion and K-ion Storage in Non-Graphitic Carbon

Creator:: Li, Zhifei
Abstract:: Grid-scale energy storage systems are urgently needed to increase the flexibility and rigidity of the grid for modern society and take full advantage of the renewable green energy resources such as solar energy and wind energy. Na-ion batteries (NIBs) and K-ion batteries (KIBs) have been emerged as one of the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , namely, P-, S- and B-doped hard carbon, and non-doped hard carbon where they show consistently low

Transition Metal Oxides for Aqueous Electrochemical Energy Storage

Creator:: Jiang, Heng
Abstract:: In the 21st century, environmental deterioration is now an indisputable fact. Reliable and economically viable electricity systems based on renewable sources are urgently needed to replace the environmentally detrimental fossil fuels. The feasibility of incorporating renewable-but-intermittent solar and wind energy heavily depends on the development of cost-effective and safe technologies,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: non-aqueous DIBs cathodes, i.e., graphite and p-type polymers. Kinetic studies reveal fast migration

A unified approach for the total synthesis of C₁₀-functionalyzed Lycopodium alkaloids

Creator:: Saha, Mrinmoy
Abstract:: Lycopodium alkaloids have shown widespread and noteworthy biological activity, consisting of over 250 known natural products. Moreover, their structural complexity and diversity have attracted considerable attention from numerous laboratories including our own. Recently, we have developed a unified approach that would provides access to numerous, previously unprepared C₁₀-functionalized lycopodium alkaloids....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: organocatalyzed intramolecular Michael reaction, formation of tricyclic skeleton using a conformationally

Polylcaprolactone-Based Microfluidic Devices : Fabrication Methods and Applications in Low-Cost Analytical Devices

Creator:: Heist, Christopher A.
Abstract:: The overall concept of reducing laboratory operations to a scale that fits on a single microfluidic chip has been an attractive area of research over the last several decades. Despite a surge in research, few commercial success stories have been written. Lab-on-a-chip technologies have the capability to be cost effective...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: thanks also goes out to Dr. Michael Penner who was willing to serve as my graduate council

A photoactivable microfluidic device for heavy metal ion extraction

Creator:: Nammoonnoy, Jintana
Abstract:: The development of microfluidic devices for heavy metal extraction is presented in this dissertation. Various research areas, covering subjects from photochromic compound syntheses to microchip fabrication techniques are explored to develop microfluidic devices capable of extracting heavy metal ions from drinking water. Through integration of the beneficial characteristics of both...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Michael Lerner, Dr. Christopher Beaudry, and Dr. William Warnes, for their time and commitment to serve

Investigations of two chemical systems relevant to pyroprocessing used nuclear fuel

Creator:: Hames, Amber
Abstract:: Pyroprocessing is an advanced technology for recycling used nuclear fuel. Pyrochemical processes encompass a wide range of chemical, physical, and electrochemical methods to partition fission products and other components from used nuclear fuel, which allows for the reuse of the actinides in nuclear fuel. This dissertation investigates two chemical systems...
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Full Text:: equation, G is Gibbs free energy, P is the pressure of the system, V is the volume of the system, T is

Metal-oxo Clusters as Novel Photolithographic Materials: How Understanding the Chemistry of HafSOx Informs Next-Generation Patterning Systems

Creator:: Amador, Jenn M.
Abstract:: The solution chemistry and kinetic behavior of hafnium peroxy sulfate solutions ("HafSOx") is described in terms of peroxide content and solution speciation. Additionally, thin film behavior, including thermal behavior and solubility, is characterized, and a mechanism of patterning is presented, as well as parameters that should be considered when looking...
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Full Text:: deserves mention here, as well. Dr. Michael Lerner, Dr. Brady Gibbons, Dr. David Ji and Dr. David

Aqueous chemistries for oxide electronics

Creator:: Meyers, Stephen T.
Abstract:: The variegated aqueous chemistries of metal cations are applied to the design and synthesis of non-toxic solution precursors suitable for additive printing of large-area oxide electronics. Polycondensation behaviors of aqueous Al+3 and PO4 +3 are manipulated in the deposition of atomically smooth amorphous aluminum oxide phosphate (AlPO) dielectric films. AlPO...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: gratitude is also due members of my doctoral committee, Philip Watson, Michael Lerner, Joe Nibler, and

Bioprospecting the Chemical Diversity of Plant-associated Fungi

Creator:: González-Montiel, Gisela Abigail
Abstract:: Fungi have long been used for discovery of new chemical scaffolds. In the clinical setting, the fungal natural products penicillin, statins, and cyclosporine have revolutionized medicine to treat diseases and infections. In the environment, fungal natural products have been used as herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides to protect crops, livestock, and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: P. crustosum (absorptions at 280 nm) .................................................34 15. (A

Copper and iron chalcogenides for efficient solar absorption

Creator:: Platt, Heather A. S.
Abstract:: This dissertation outlines two approaches for improving the efficiency and reducing the cost of photovoltaic energy generation. First, the structures of known binary copper and iron compounds are used to choose the promising compositions Fe₂XS₄ (X = Si, Ge), Cu₃TaQ₄ (Q = Se, Te), and BaCuQ'F (Q' = S, Se,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: including Cheol-Hee Park, Michael Hrushka, Joa-Young Jeong, Paul Newhouse, Kai Jiang, Bahar Ozmen, Chris

Photoresist and ion-exchange chemistry of HafSOx

Creator:: Telecky, Alan J.
Abstract:: The chemistry of hafnium oxide based and materials are described in the context of ion exchange and lithography. HafSOx, represented by the composition HfO₂₋[subscript x](SO₄)x, is described to possess a significant capacity towards ion exchange in acidic and basic solutions, enabling films of HafSOx to be cleanly and readily be...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Wager, Dr. Michael Lerner, Dr. Mas Subramanian, and Dr. William Warren for the time and knowledge

Femtosecond Stimulated Raman Studies of Excited State Structural Events

Creator:: Tang, Longteng
Abstract:: Femtosecond stimulated Raman spectroscopy (FSRS) is an ultrafast vibrational technique which allows rapid collection of Raman spectra with simultaneously high temporal and spectral resolution. With the recent development of FSRS methodology, three FSRS techniques (conventional, tunable, and anti-Stokes) have been implemented in our laboratory to dissect the excited state structural...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: several P-Chem courses, helped me with problems and gave me insightful suggestions. I would like to

Tracking Photoinduced Primary Events with Femtosecond Stimulated Raman Spectroscopy and Calculations

Creator:: Wang, Yanli
Abstract:: Femtosecond stimulated Raman spectroscopy (FSRS) is a powerful ultrafast technique which can track photoinduced excited state structural events on femtosecond (fs) to picosecond (ps) timescales. In addition to high temporal and spectral resolutions, FSRS provides a broad spectral window from ca. 100—2000 cm-1 for detection, enabling the direct mapping of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Wei Kong, Professor Michael Lerner, Professor Ryan Mehl and Professor Oksana Ostroverkhova for

Synthesis and characterization of aluminum oxide based materials - from molecule to device

Creator:: Wang, Wei
Abstract:: A scalable synthesis of the "flat" tridecameric inorganic cluster [Al₁₃(μ₃-OH)₆(μ-OH)₁₈(H₂O)₂₄]¹⁵⁺ has been realized by treating an aqueous aluminum nitrate solution with zinc-metal powder at room temperature. Single crystals and polycrystalline samples are readily obtained in yields exceeding 55% relative to the starting reagent Al(NO₃)₃. Products have been characterized by X-ray...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Figure 4.7. Experimental and modeled XRR spectra for a 20.4 nm film on p-Si, annealed at 500 ºC

Gold Nanostars: Spectroscopic and Physical Properties

Creator:: Zhou, Lixia
Abstract:: Tethering fluorophores on metal nanoparticles for metal enhanced fluorescence (MEF) has attracted a lot of attention from scientists interested in fluorescence based approaches. MEF has many benefits in fluorescence related techniques, because the analytical signal increases and enables potentially lower detection limits or better sensitivity. Many types of nanoparticles have...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : Dr. Chong Fang, Dr. David Hendrix, Dr. Dipankar Koley, Dr. Michael Qian, and Dr. Yevgeniy

Structure-property relationships of layered oxypnictides

Creator:: Muir, Sean W.
Abstract:: Investigating the structure-property relationships of solid state materials can help improve many of the materials we use each day in life. It can also lead to the discovery of materials with interesting and unforeseen properties. In this work the structure property relationships of newly discovered layered oxypnictide phases are presented...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Special thanks to Arthur Sleight, Michael Lerner, Brady Gibbons, and Guenter Schneider for serving as my

Aqueous complexation of citric acid and DTPA with selected trivalent and tetravalent f-elements

Creator:: Brown, M. Alex
Abstract:: Carboxylic acids have played an important role in the field of actinide (An) and lanthanide (Ln) separations and the reprocessing of irradiated nuclear fuel. Recent bench-scale experiments have demonstrated that 3-carboxy-3-hydroxypentanedioic acid (citric acid) is a promising aqueous complexant that can effectively aid in the separation of transition metals from...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: and transmutation (P&T) program is dedicated towards the feasibility of recycling long-lived minor

New chemistry for electrochemical energy storage applications

Creator:: Wang, Xingfeng
Abstract:: Electrochemical capacitors and batteries are two major electrochemical energy storage technologies, which have been investigated extensively to meet the rapidly-growing demand for higher energy, higher power, lower cost and enhanced safety in the past few decades. With the charge storage mechanism of electrostatic charge adsorption desorption via electrical double layers,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Professor Michael Lerner, who attended my group meetings and gave insightful and critical suggestions. I

Electrolyte Design: Improving Capacity and Structural Stability of Electrodes

Creator:: Xu, Yunkai
Abstract:: The grand plan of carbon neutralization and COP26 in Glasgow require a quick shift of energy sources from conventional fossil fuel to a more renewable substitute such as wind, or solar energy. However, the intermittency of those renewable energy sources does not meet the demand of the energy, which requires...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: also like to thank Dr. Michael Lerner, for asking questions and giving suggestions during the group

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