RESEARCH FOCI-
The fundamental aspects of particle formation and growth include the mapping out of clusters in the sub-nanometer ranges, along with the charge, morphology (shape) and chemical composition. This has been enabled experimentally by use of high flow differential mobility analyzers coupled to aerosol mass spectrometers; and then developing models to predict the formation and growth. AAQRL researchers rely on using these fundamentals of particle formation and growth and apply it in a range of applications listed below.
- Design of innovative low cost sensors for PM measurement; techniques to increase robustness of inverting signals to obtain stable and reliable measurements. Application of size and composition measurements in portable instrumentation. Development of innovative sensors using aerosol synthesis techniques
- Novel methodologies of solar energy harvesting materials for photovoltaics (perovskites) and catalysts (crumpled graphene composites)
- Aerosol formation and capture studies of particles in high pressure combustion environments
- Conversion of carbon dioxide to value added materials in scalable, cost effective systems
- Particle composites for agricultural applications effective delivery and uptake of nutrients by plants to reduce environmental and energy footprint
- Nanomedicine applications: design of functional nanomaterials for treatment of cancer, and eye diseases.
- Understanding spread of infectious diseases (characterizing viral aerosols)
- Drinking water distribution systems transport of contaminants and lead
- Innovative Aerosol CVD reactor for thin films for battery electrodes. Roll to roll processing.
- Computational models for aerosol formation and growth modal, moment based, discrete, discrete-sectional
- Air quality studies (indoor and outdoor) using the varied instrumentation primarily low cost sensors
Please visit the Publication Page to read the latest papers.
Individuals interested in a position in AAQRL, especially PhD students, are encouraged to contact Dr. Pratim Biswas.
