Navigating Nano

Dr. Peryshkov is an associate professor in the University of South Carolina Department of Chemistry. He received an undergraduate degree in Material Science from Moscow State University and earned a Ph.D. degree at Colorado State University. Dr. Peryshkov's current research revolves around the redox chemistry of main group elements and transition metal catalysis.

Dr. Afonin obtained an M.S. in chemistry from Saint Peterburg State University and a Ph.D. in photochemistry from Bowling Green State University. Dr. Afonin is a founding member and vice president of the International Society of RNA Nanotechnology and Nanomedicine. His research interests are centered on the development of functional RNA-based nanomaterials.

Dr. Lilian C. Hsiao, a Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at North Carolina State University. Dr. Lilian C. Hsiao research interests are in the areas of soft materials and complex fluids, specifically on the use of shaped colloids and functionalized polymer surfaces. We specialize in using microscopy and rheology to identify the frameworks used to engineer the mechanical properties of soft surfaces

We welcome you to another exciting Navigating Nano podcast with an exceptional scientist, Dr. Renee Cottle, a professor at Clemson University. Dr. Cottle's research widely explores the intricacies of next-generation synthetic biology, cutting across gene editing, cell-based gene therapy, and its technologies and fabricating point-of-care diagnostic and monitoring tools for inherited metabolic diseases. Exciting, right? There is more. Dr. Cottle has been featured on the news several times for her exceptional, innovative research and breaking the ceiling as a woman engineer in this rapidly evolving science. Come and engage in a conversation with Dr. Cottle, as she is a kernel of wisdom. Our very own Ashley Herring-Nicholas will hosts this podcast.

This week we sit down with Dr. Jie Liu. Dr. Liu’s research interests focusself on the chemistry and material science of nanoscale materials. Specific topics in his current research program include Self-assembly of nanostructures; Preparation and chemical functionalization of single-walled carbon nanotubes; Development of carbon nanotube-based chemical and biological sensors; andsatweek, based fabrication and modification of functional nanostructures.

This week we sit down with Dr. Heather B. Miller, Dr. Miller is an Associate Professor of Biochemistry in the Chemistry Department at High Point University (High Point, NC). She graduated from Clarion University of Pennsylvania (Clarion, PA) with a B.S. in Molecular Biology/Biotechnology, and from Duke University (Durham, NC) with a Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology. She completed a teaching postdoctoral position in the Biotechnology Program at North Carolina State University (Raleigh, NC). Her area of scientific expertise is RNA biology. Her research focuses on combatting methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) using antibiotic adjuvants.

This week we sit down with Dr. Milad Abolhasani , Associate Professor at the Dept. of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at North Carolina State University. Dr. Abolhasani leads a diverse research group that studies self-driving labs tailored toward accelerated development and manufacturing of advanced functional materials and molecules using fluidic micro-processors. He has received numerous awards and fellowships, including an NSF CAREER Award, AIChE 35 Under 35, the Dreyfus Award for Machine Learning in the Chemical Sciences &Engineering, and the AIChE NSEF Young Investigator Award.

This week we sit down with Dr. Christopher Sutton, Assistant Professor at The University of South Carolina. Dr. Sutton's research is focused on developing and applying first-principles calculations combined with machine-learning methods to design, predict, and understand new and functional materials, as documented in more than 30 peer-reviewed publications.

This week we sit down with Dr. Lakeshia J. Taite, Assistant Professor at The University of Virginia. Dr. Tate is an expert in engineering biofunctional materials that support a broad spectrum of applications such as cellular functions, tissue growth, tissue regeneration, and disease treatment, we will explore her groundbreaking research on designing biomaterials, targeted drug delivery systems, and regenerative medicine.

This week we sit down with Dr. Behnam Pourdeyhimi, professor and Executive Director of the Nonwovens Institute at the Wilson College of Textiles. In this episode, Dr. Pourdeyhimi gives us insight into nonwovens, innovation, and product-to-market capabilities

Welcome to the Navigating Nano podcast where we explore the multidisciplinary world of nanotechnology with distinguished professors and researchers, join us as we sit down and talk about their cutting-edge research, career paths, and expert opinions on the expanding world of nanotechnology.

This week we sit down with Dr. Thomas Cundari professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of North Texas and co-director of the Center for Advanced Scientific Computing and Modeling. He has a special interest In Computational Chemistry. In this episode Dr. Cundari gives us a refreshing take on the current state of scientific communication, being adaptable and embracing new ways to communicate science, in addition to his research.  Join us as we, navigate nano.

This week we sat down with Dr. Stephanie Vivod research chemical engineer from the NASA Glenn Research Center. She has a special interest in Polymer Aerogels for Aerospace applications. In this episode, we discuss infamous conspiracy theories surrounding space travel, and what it's like working for NASA, yes NASA is the place young engineers and scientists dream of working, as well as her research, please Join us as we, Navigate Nano.

Welcome to the Navigating Nano podcast where we explore the multidisciplinary world of nanotechnology with distinguished professors and researchers, join us as we sit down and talk about their cutting-edge research, career paths, and expert opinions on the expanding world of nanotechnology.

This week we sit down with Dr. Juan Vivero-Escoto professor in the Department of Chemistry at UNC Charlotte. He has a special interest In using Nanoparticles as a platform for innovative cancer treatments. In this episode, we talk about adjustment as an international student and the audience poses interesting questions about nanoparticle toxicity and cancer treatment to which Dr. Vivero- Escoto has equally interesting responses. Join us as we, navigate nano.

This week we sit down with Dr. Howard Stone professor of Mechanical and Aerospace engineering at Princeton University. He has special interests in fluid dynamics, especially as they arise in research and applications at the interface of engineering, chemistry, physics, and biology. In this episode, we talk about, seems like everyone wants to solve a specific problem, but what if we just want to solve a bunch of them and the interdisciplinary suppleness that goes into it, also seeing that its Women's history month, what ways can we enable women in stem and academia  to Joinus as we, navigate nano.

This week we sit down with Dr. Richard Mirin researcher at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. He is the group leader of the applied physics Division in Boulder, Colorado where his work involves using single photon technologies for applications ranging from biomedical imaging to quantum information. In this episode, we talk about how expansive single photon detection is, what skills are useful in Federally Funded Research and Development Centers similar to NIST as well as what to expect,   Join us as we, navigate nano.

This week we sit down with Dr. Kevin Welsher professor at the Duke University Department of Chemistry. His work focuses on making creative methods to capture fast 3D processes, notably introducing a new active feed-back 3D microscope called 3D-SMART. In this, we ask more personal questions on 3D-smart and its potential applications and we also discuss, knowing when to rest. Join us as we, Navigate Nano.

This week we have a special black history month episode where we sit down with Dr. Wumni Sadik of the New Jersey Institute of Technology and Dr. Barrett Caldwell of Purdue University. In this episode, we have a deep conversation about dealing with the hand you are dealt, the power of gradual and intentional mentorship, and navigating academia, while being responsible for newborn life and family. Please join us in celebrating Black History Month and Navigating, Nano

We hosted Dr. Marc R. Birtwistle. We had an interesting discussion on Big data modeling and simulations and their impact on cancer research, AI, and machine learning in academia, student mentorship, and much more. Watch out for the new episode on the platforms above.

Dr. Bonner of North Carolina State University joins MRS @ JSNN to discuss, how media affects nanotechnology research, responsibly and irresponsibly. Also, when we hear about nanotechnology, we usually hear of its innovations, what is it like in the world of nanotechnology with those who are concerned about "what could go wrong?"

Dr. Joseph C. Furgal is a professor of Chemistry at Bowling Green State University 

Dr. David Waldeck, Department Chair of Chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh and, MRS @ JSNN Sit down and talk about what advisors look for in students, and new faculty and that sometimes it is fulfilling to go into industry. 

Dr. Xiangwu Zhang , a professor at NorthCarolina State University and, MRS @ JSNN Sit down and talk about creativity management, experiences with culture shock, and where your next big idea could be hiding. 

Dr. Donna Chen has been, a professor at the University of South Carolina for over 20 years,MRS JSNN Sits down with us to talk about being a Woman in S.T.E.M, building comradery and community, and not losing your passion for labwork and research as a professor.

David Gracias, a professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering, is known for the design, development, and characterization of miniaturized devices, intelligent materials, and systems.MRS JSNN Sits down with us to talk about benefits of reading literature outside of scientific papers , networking, and what can be solved, if science could understand debatable one of its toughest match ups, the human brain.

Dr. Gregory Parsons a Professor in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at NC State sits down with us , to give sound advice to grad students who area hard on themselves, reflect on how his journey could have been different, and a refreshing perspective on failure

Dr. Briana Simms: a Post Doctoral Associate in Polymer Chemistry at Duke University sits down with us to discuss, aspects of her research, giving back to your community, not limiting yourself as a researcher, and reminds us that if there is a will there is a way.

Dr. Andrea Goforth: a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Portland State University sits down with us to discuss, aspects of her research, how to tackle imposter syndrome, and what it's like being a mother in academia.

Welcome to the Navigating Nano Podcast where we explore the multidisciplinary world of nanotechnology