Synthesis and modification of polymeric matrices and blends with chromogenic probes to enable sensing to chemical, mechanical and thermal stimuli through variation of their optical properties.
Preparation of high-performance and sustainable thermoplastic and elastomeric nanocomposites containing graphitic fillers and nanoparticles for anti-friction features and electrical/thermal conductivity.
Development of materials and engineering solutions for the fabrication of high-performance luminescent solar concentrators, NIR reflective and sub ambient cooling coatings, ion-conductive polymeric membranes, and electrode materials for metal-organic batteries.
Synthesis and characterization of conjugated polymers via precursor chemistry and fabrication of ultra-thin devices and electrically responsive systems.
Development of materials and formulations of the microfabrication of functional and responsive arbitrary 3D structures through high-resolution 3D-microlithographic approaches.