Colloidal and supramolecular organic systems. Synthesis of rationally designed compounds and study of their self-assembly and aggregation using a wide variety of physical and spectroscopic methods.
Molecular Recognition. Engineering of molecules to recognize molecules with complementary functionalities.
Nanoscience Education. Development of laboratory and lecture modules to introduce undergraduate students to nanoscience.
Chemistry Demonstrations. Working with K-12 and college educators within and beyond Virginia on the development and implementation of science demonstrations for both classroom and outreach activities.