Ph.D., Geological and Environmental Sciences, Stanford University, M.S., Physics, Stanford University, B.S., Physics, Dartmouth College. Areas of Expertise: X-ray absorption spectroscopy and spectromicroscopy, Operando and in situ experiments, Single- and multiple-scattering modeling

I conduct fundamental studies to understand catalytic and naturally occurring reactions related to biomass to biofuel conversion. I am passionate about research that enhances our understanding of the chemistry that occurs during biomass to biofuel conversion and the mechanisms in which a catalyst can accelerate selective reactions. I am particularly interested in the following areas.