Chemical engineering expert and leading authority on polymer membrane design and synthesis for electrochemical energy conversion and storage systems, with over two decades of experience in ion transport properties, membrane materials, and electrochemical systems. This expert has published over 220 peer-reviewed journal articles (29,000+ citations, h-index 84), holds 12 patents for polymeric materials and energy applications, and has received prestigious federal recognition. Litigation experience includes materials failure analysis involving polymer degradation and membrane performance, with testimony at trial in multiple cases.
Formal Education
- Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Virginia Tech
- M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Virginia Tech
- B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Michigan Technological University
Career Highlights
- Endowed Professor of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at a major research university
- Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at a leading research university, with prior roles as Associate Professor and Assistant Professor
- Co-Director of a research center for advanced materials processing at a leading research university
- Associate Director of a materials research institute at a leading research university
- Senior Member of Technical Staff at a federal research laboratory
- Author of over 220 peer-reviewed journal articles with 29,000+ citations and h-index of 84
- Named inventor on 12 issued patents for polymeric materials and nanostructures for fuel cells and energy applications
- Associate Editor of a leading academic journal in applied materials science
Expert Qualifications
- Retained as testifying or consulting expert in 8 litigation matters, primarily as plaintiff expert in materials failure analysis involving polymer degradation, membrane performance, and system integrity
- Testified at trial in multiple cases and has extensive experience with depositions across various litigation matters
- Specialized expertise in materials science failure analysis, polymer performance evaluation, electrochemical system assessment, and damage analysis
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases can this expert support?
Materials failure cases in fuel cells, batteries, and polymer membranes. This expert has testified at trial in multiple cases, with litigation experience focused on polymer degradation and electrochemical system performance. They handle failure analysis, membrane disputes, and damage assessment in renewable energy and automotive systems.
What is this expert's technical background?
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering with three decades in academic and federal research. Currently an endowed professor at a major research university; prior roles include associate and assistant professor positions. They've published over 220 peer-reviewed papers with 29,000+ citations, hold 12 patents, and serve as associate editor for a leading materials science journal.
What technologies does this expert specialize in?
Proton exchange membranes, anion exchange membranes, vanadium redox flow batteries, and polymer electrolytes. This expert characterizes ion transport, synthesizes membranes, analyzes degradation, and evaluates electrocatalyst materials. Their work spans membrane transport properties and electrochemical system performance assessment.
- Proton exchange membrane fuel cells
- Anion exchange membranes
- Vanadium redox flow batteries
- Polymer electrolyte membranes
- Electrochemical characterization
- Ion transport properties
- Membrane synthesis and design
- Polymer degradation analysis
- U.S. District Courts
- State Courts