Dr. Marshall Ming published a paper in the journal Nano Energy. The paper is an international collaboration between Jilin University and ĚÇĐÄVlog. The paper introduces a novel pathway for improving nanostructures in the design of biocide-independent anti-bacterial materials. The reference is Jaozhen Yi, Haixu Dou, Jianhao Li, Jie Zhao, Lingjie Song, Luquan Ren, Weihua Ming, Nano Energy, 2015, 134, 110527 ..
Dr. Marshall Ming published a paper in the Journal of Colloid and Interface Science. The paper is an international collaboration between Jilin University, Guangdon Midea Kitchen Appliances Manufacturing Co and ĚÇĐÄVlog. The paper introduces a novel functional coating that can maintain rapid healing performance as well as antifog and antibacterial properties. The reference is Jingyang Xu, Pengpeng Lu, Jie Zhao, Xin Zhao, Weijun Tian, Weihua Ming, Luquan Ren, Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 2024, 680, 139-150. .
Dr. Marshall Ming published a paper in the Journal of Colloid and Interface Science. The paper is an international collaboration between Jilin University and ĚÇĐÄVlog. The paper introduces a novel material that can be triggered to form self-assembly protective layers for damaged sites. The reference is Xue Fu, Haixu Dou, Yong Fan, Jianing Xu, Hui Qi, Chengchun Zhang, Lingjie Song, Jie Zhao, Luquan Ren, Weihua Ming, Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 2024, 683, 587-599. .
Dr. Jose Jimenez published a paper in the journal Optical Materials. The paper is a collaboration between Savannah River National Laboratory and ĚÇĐÄVlog. The paper introduces a novel silver nanoparticle approach that displays photonic applications. The reference is Jose Jimenez, Jared Kinyon, Charles Crawford, “Plasmonic Ag nanocomposite phosphate glasses produced viag gamma-ray irradiation as reduction route”, Optical Materials, 2025, 162, 116928. .
Dr. Will Lynch published a paper in the journal Acta Crystallographica, Research Communications with Dr. Clifford Padgett and several Georgia Southern research students. The paper describes the synthesis and solid state analysis of a series of group 10 triphenylsulfonium salts. The reference is Artis, R.; Heyward, W.; Regyes, N.; Van Ostenbridge, K.; Lynch, W.E. and Padgett, C.W. Acta Cryst, 2025, E81, 358-363. .
Dr. Will Lynch published a paper in the journal Acta Crystallographica, Research Communications with Dr. Clifford Padgett and Georgia Southern research students. The paper describes the synthesis and coordination chemistry of a series of zinc(II) coordination complexes with isoquinonline N-oxide. The reference is Groneck, E.N; Peek, N.; Lynch, W.E.; Padgett, C.W. Acta Cryst, 2025, E81, 132-139.. .
Dr. Will Lynch published a paper in the journal Acta Crystallographica, Research Communications with Dr. Clifford Padgett and several undergraduate Georgia Southern research students. The paper describes the synthesis and X-ray solid state structures of a series of triphenylsulfonium ions. The reference is Artis, R.; Callaway, W.; Heyward, E.; Reyes, N.; Roberts, G.; Van Ostenbridge, K.; Padgett, C.W.; Lynch, W.E. Acta Cryst, 2025, E81, 114-119… .
Dr. Jianzhou He published a paper in the journal Frontiers in Environmental Science & Engineering with co-authors from Tuskegee University and the University of Florida. The paper describes the use of biochars for economic analysis for the removal of PFAS from water system. The reference is Jafarinejad, S.; He, J.; Wang, D. Frontiers in Environmental Science and Engineering, 2025, 19, 1-13. .
Dr. Jianzhou He published a paper in the journal Materials Letters with co-authors from Auburn University. The paper describes the using activated carbon remanents of biomass for aqueous PFAS adsorption. The reference is Clouse, D.E.; He, J.; Wang, D.; Davis, V.A. Materials Letters, 2025, 384, 138050. .
Dr. José Jiménez published a paper in the journal ACS Organic & Inorganic Au (IF 3.8, Q1) with undergraduate student Michael Vautier and collaborators Dr. Dugan Hayes and Solaleh Farnia from the Chemistry Department at University of Rhode Island. The paper reports on various physicochemical properties and energy conversion processes in phosphate glasses containing Sn2+ and Nd3+ ions of interest for luminescence-based applications. The reference is J.A. Jiménez, et al. ACS Org. Inorg. Au (2025) ASAP article online: .
Dr. Max Durach published a in the journal Scientific Reports (IF 3.8, Q1). The paper is an international collaboration between the University of Szeged, Wigner Research Centre for Physics in Budapest, Pázmány PĂ©ter Catholic University, and ĚÇĐÄVlog. The paper introduces a novel multilayer structure as an ultrathin asymmetric negative index material (NIM) and nonreciprocal nanophotonic element. The reference is TĂłth, E., Fekete, O. A., Bánhelyi, B., Durach, M., SzabĂł, Z., & Csete, M. “Layered Babinet complementary patterns acting as asymmetric negative index metamaterial,” Scientific Reports 14, 29568 (2024).
Dr. José Jiménez published a in the journal Ceramics International (IF 5.1, Q1) with student Richard Amesimenu who recently graduated from our Master of Science in Applied Physical Science program, and international collaborators Devendra Raj Upadhyay and Raju Khanal (Kathmandu, Nepal). The paper reports a spectroscopic, calorimetric, and radiation shielding analysis of dysprosium(III)-doped phosphate glasses. The reference is J.A. Jiménez, et al. Ceram. Int. 51 (2025) 4916-4929, .
Dr. Rocio Perez published a in the journal Chemosphere (IF 8.1, Q1) with students Taiwo Bakare-Abidola, William Russell and Kyle Jorgensen. The paper describes the preparation of GUMBOS to alginate ferric oxide to magnetic beads to extract methylene blue. The reference is Bakare-Abidola, T.; Russell, W.J.A.; Jorgensen, K.; Perez, R.L. “Enhanced extraction of methylene blue by dodecyl-methyl imidazolium dodecyl sulfate GUMBOS – magnetic alginate beads” Chemosphere, 2025, 370, 14399, .
Dr. José Jiménez published a in the journal Chemical Physics (IF 2.0, Q2) with graduate student Richard Amesimenu. The paper describes the physical, structural, thermal, and optical properties of phosphate glasses containing near-infrared (NIR)-emitting Yb3+ ions of interest for laser materials and solar spectral conversion. The reference is R. Amesimenu, J.A. Jiménez, Unified structure–property appraisal of NIR-emitting Yb3+-activated phosphate glasses, Chem. Phys. 589 (2025) 112530, .
Dr. Max Durach published a in the journal Photonics (IF 2.1, Q2) as the corresponding author. The paper describes biaxial Gaussian beams in isotropy-broken media, including vortex beams carrying optical angular momentum (OAM). The discovery of vortex beams in isotropy-broken media opens new avenues toward studies of the OAM in isotopy-broken metamaterials. The reference is M. Durach “Biaxial Gaussian Beams, Hermite–Gaussian Beams, and Laguerre–Gaussian Vortex Beams in Isotropy-Broken Materials,” Photonics, 11(11), 1062 (2024).
Dr. Ji Wu published a in the journal Electrochemical Energy Reviews (IF 28.4, Q1) with co-authors Xin Su, Xiao-Pei Xu, Zhao-Qi, Fei Ma & Li-Zhen Fan. The paper describes ion transport processes in Lithium Ion Batteries (LIBs) and the future directions of this technology. The reference is Su, X., Xu, XP., Ji, ZQ. et al. Polyethylene Oxide-Based Composite Solid Electrolytes for Lithium Batteries: Current Progress, Low-Temperature and High-Voltage Limitations, and Prospects. Electrochem. Energy Rev. 7, 2 (2024).
Dr. José Jiménez published a in the journal Materials Research Bulletin (IF 5.3, Q1) with graduate student Richard Amesimenu. The paper describes the physical and optical properties of phosphate glasses containing red-emitting Mn2+ and near-infrared (NIR)-emitting Yb3+ ions of interest for solar spectral conversion. The reference is J.A. Jiménez, R. Amesimenu, Mater. Res. Bull. 182 (2025) 113164, .
Dr. José Jiménez published a in the journal ACS Physical Chemistry Au (IF 3.7, Q1) with graduate student Richard Amesimenu and international collaborators Vinod Hedge (Karnataka, India) and C.S. Dwaraka Viswanath (Andhra Pradesh, India). The paper describes the physical, structural, thermo-mechanical, and optical properties of phosphate glasses containing yellow-emitting Dy3+ ions for lighting applications. The reference is J.A. Jiménez, et al. ACS Phys. Chem Au 2024, .
Dr. Rafael Quirino published a new in the Journal of Composites Science (Q2, IF 3.0). The paper covers the synthesis of a novel macauba kernel oil polyol by the epoxidation of the oil, followed by a ring-opening reaction of the epoxide with glycerol, used for the preparation of polyurethane foams using different NCO/OH ratios. The paper is an international collaboration between the University of Brasilia, Universite de Lorraine and ĚÇĐÄVlog and includes a student from GS, Daniel Ajiola as co-author. The is Breves, R.A.; Ajiola, D.; Lopes, R.V.V.; Quirino, R.; Colin, B.; Petrissans, A.; Petrisans, M.; Sales, M.J.A. Bio-Based Polyurethane Composites from Macauba Kernel Oil: Part 1, Matrix Synthesis from Glycerol-Based Polyol, J. Compos. Sci. 2024, 8(9), 63.
Dr. Rocio Perez published a new the journal Science and the Total Environment (IF 8.2). The paper assessed whether disposable masks release inhalable MPs when reused in simulated wearing conditions. The is Soo, J.C.; Wei, C.H., Chen, J.K.; Dong, G.C.; Liu, Z.S.; Chou, H.C.; Perez, R.L.; Adhikari, A.; Chen, Y.C.; Assessment of inhalation exposure to microplastic particles when disposable masks are repeatedly used, Science of the Total Environment, 912 (20), 169428. .
Dr. Max Durach published a new the Optics and Lasers Section of the journal Applied Sciences (IF 2.7, Q1). The paper relates the refractive properties of electromagnetic waves and ray-wave tilt in isotropy-broken materials with the concepts of hidden momentum, Abraham-Minkowsky momentum controversy, Fresnel-Fizeau drag, electromagnetism of moving media, and Durach taxonomy of hyperbolic metamaterials. Isotropy-broken electromagnetic metamaterials have applications for subwavelength imaging and lithography, emission rate and directivity control, cloaking, and more. The is Durach, Maxim “Theory of Refraction, Ray–Wave Tilt, Hidden Momentum, and Apparent Topological Phases in Isotropy-Broken Materials Based on Electromagnetism of Moving Media”, Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(15), 6851; .
Dr. Rafael Quirino published a new the Journal of Polymers and the Environment (IF 5.3, Q1). The paper describes how tung oil and itaconic acid were used as bio-based feedstocks for the synthesis of novel polyfunctional monomers and polyesters. The paper was published with colleagues Julio Antonio Conti Silva and Talita Martins Lacerda from the Department of Biotechnology, Universidade de São Paulo, Lorena, Brazil. The is Silva, J.A.C.; Quirino, R.; Lacerda, T.M. “The Use of the Straightforward Diels-Alder Reaction for the Preparation of Monomers From Tung Oil and Itaconic Acid-Derived Precursors: Synthesis, Characterization, and Screening of Their Polymerization Reactions”, J. of Polymers and the Environment. 2024, .
Dr. Rafael Quirino published a new the journal new journal ACS Sustainable Resource Management. The paper describes how bio-based composites were prepared by transesterification of different types of lignin with tung oil followed by co-polymerization with divinylbenzene in the presence of pine wood particles. The paper was published with Georgia Southern students, Priya Pate, Isabella Pazymino, Sarah Inglesby, Thomas Kirk and Robbie Kazen as well as colleagues from the Department of Biotechnology, Universidade de São Paulo, Lorena, Brazil. The is Quirino, R. et. al Effective Lignin-Based Binders for Particle Boards”, ACS Sustainable Resour. Manage. 2024, .
Dr. Rocio Perez published a in the journal Applied Spectroscopy (IF 3.5 Q2). The paper describes the properties of 8-anilino-1-naphthalenesulfonic acid-based GUMBOS were examined and their potential applications as fluorescent probes for membrane binding studies were investigated. The is Perez, R. et. al “Studies of Protein Binding to Biomimetic Membranes Using a Group of Uniform Materials Based on Organic Salts Derived From 8-Anilino-1-naphthalenesulfonic Acid”, Applied Spectroscopy, 2024, 37028241249768.
Dr. José Jiménez published a in the journal Chemical Physics (IF 2.3, Q3). The paper describes pristine P2O5-CaO-Na2O-CuO glasses characterized by XRD, DSC, densitometry, XPS, and Raman spectroscopy and the influence of CuO concentration on various physical parameters and Raman features assessed. The is J.A. Jiménez, “Physical properties and Raman spectroscopy inquiry of copper laden bio-relevant calcium phosphate glasses and the exposed to γ-irradiation”, Chemical Physics, 2024 (March), 579, 112189.
Dr. Rocio Perez published a in the journal Separation and Purification Technology (IF 8.6, Q1) with Ph.D. student Kyle Jorgensen. The paper describes the extraction of polyatomic hydrocarbons using magnetic ionic liquid. The is Jorgensen, K.; Perez, R. “Extraction of poly aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) using magnetic ionic liquids (MILs) as extractive materials from water samples”, Separation and Purification Technology, 2024, 345, 127370.
Dr. Rafael Quirino published a in the journal Environmental Pollution (IF 8.9, Q1) with undergraduate student researcher Ciera Wallace and NSF summer research student Jasmine Wolfgram. The paper describes a pyrolysis advancement using catalytic torrefaction to pretreat wood for a greener biochar process. The is Richa, L.; et.al., “Catalytic torrefaction effect on waste wood boards for sustainable biochar production and environmental remediation”, , , 15 January 2024, 122911.
Dr. José Jiménez published a in the new journal ACS Organic Inorganic Au (Q1). The paper describes near-infrared (NIR)-emitting phosphate glasses containing Nd3+ ions for applications in laser materials and solar spectral converters. The is J.A. Jiménez, “Holistic assessment of NIR-emitting Nd3+-activated phosphate glasses: A structure-property relationship study”, ACS Org. Inorg. Au 4 (2024), ASAP article online: .
Dr. José Jiménez published a in the new journal ACS Physical Chemistry Au (Q1). The paper describes the optical interactions in phosphate glasses containing red-emitting Mn2+ and near-infrared (NIR)-emitting Nd3+ ions for energy applications and solar spectral converters. The is J.A. Jiménez, ACS Phys. Chem Au 2024, doi/10.1021/acsphyschemau.4c00020.
Dr. José Jiménez has published a paper in the journal Optical Materials (IF 3.9, Q1) with undergraduate student Madison Thomas. The paper describes the Composition-structure-property relation studied in melt-quenched UV-emitting phosphate glasses containing Gd3+. The is J.A. Jiménez, M. Thomas, “Structure-property inquiry of UV-emitting Gd3+-activated phosphate glasses”, Opt. Mater. 151 (May 2024) 115391.
Dr. José Jiménez in the Journal of Physical Chemistry B (IF 3.3, Q2) recently with Georgia Southern Master’s in Applied Physical Science student Richard Amesimenu & undergraduate student Madison Thomas as co-authors. The report studies the Impact of Lanthanide Ionic Field Strength on the Structural and Thermal Expansion of Phosphate Glasses. The is J.A. Jiménez, R. Amesimenu, M. Thomas, “Impact of lanthanide (Nd3+, Gd3+, and Yb3+) ionic field strength on the structure and thermal expansion of phosphate glasses”, J. Phys. Chem. B128 (2024) 2995-3003.
Dr. Will Lynch on halogen bonding in solid state materials, comparison of bond strength in N—I and O—I halogen bonds by X-ray crystallography and computational methods in the journal Crystal Growth and Design (IF 3.8, Q2). Collaborators includes students and faculty from Georgia Southern, Clemson and Furman University. The is Padgett, C. W.; Lynch, W.E.’ et. al. Cryst. Growth and Des. March 2024, 24 (6), 2425-2438.