Center for Advanced Materials Science | GS-CAMS
The Georgia Southern Center for Advanced Materials Science (GS-CAMS) is dedicated to enriching the educational journey for undergraduate and graduate students in the field of materials science. With a focus on pioneering research in both fundamental and applied materials, GS-CAMS strives for national acclaim. Moreover, the center is committed to fostering economic growth and development, not just in southeast Georgia, but extending its impact beyond the region. Explore how GS-CAMS is shaping the future of materials science and contributing to broader socio-economic advancements.
Faculty
This is a new center that builds on the faculty expertise in Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics, focusing on materials science research. This initiative will strengthen collaboration and enhance our reputation for groundbreaking research and education in advanced materials. It’s our university’s inaugural STEM Center, designed to support faculty university-wide and foster partnerships with industry and government in the region.
Faculty Leadership
| Name | Department | Research Interests |
|---|---|---|
| Weihua (Marshall) Ming, Director | Professor of Chemistry | Multifunctional nanostructured polymer materials and coatings. |
| Dragos Amarie | Professor of Physics | Polymeric fabrication of microfluidic devices for assays. |
| John DiCesare | Professor of Chemistry | Artificial Enzymes utilizing Molecular Imprinted Polymers. |
| Maxim Durach | Professor of Physics | Electromagnetism of Complex Advanced Materials and Nanostructures. |
| Jose Jimenez | Assistant Professor of Chemistry | Structure-property relationship in glasses with various functionalitie. |
| Hau-Jian “Jason” Liu | Assistant Professor of Physics | Spin wave excitation in low-damping structured magnetic materials. |
| Will Lynch | Professor of Chemistry | Intermolecular Interactions for Advanced Materials Fabrication. |
| Rocio Perez | Assistant Professor of Chemistry | Ecologically friendly recycling methods of polymer composites using ionic liquids as green solvents. |
| Rafael Quirino | Professor of Chemistry | Functionalized CNT super-heating, biomass torrefaction, and bio-based composites. |
| Ji Wu | Professor of Chemistry | Study of high-capacity lithium-ion battery anodes. |
Advisory Board
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News
Welcome to your source for the latest news and discoveries from the Center for Advanced Materials Science (GS-CAMS)! Here, you’ll find up-to-date information on our groundbreaking research, innovative projects, and scientific developments in the field of materials science. Stay informed about our latest publications, collaborations, and advancements that are shaping the future of materials technology. Explore the forefront of scientific exploration and technological innovation with us at GS-CAMS. Check back frequently for exciting updates and insights into the world of advanced materials!
Articles
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News
- Congratulations to Dr. Will Lynch, he published a paper on halogen bonding in solid state materials, comparison of bond strength in N—I and O—I halogen bonds by Xray crystallography and computational methods. Collaborators includes students and faculty from Georgia Southern, Clemson and Furman University.
- Dr. Jose’ Jimenez published a paper in the Journal of Physical Chemistry B recently with Georgia Southern student co-authors Richard Amesimenu & Madison Thomas. The report studies the Impact of Lanthanide Ionic Field Strength on the Structural and Thermal Expansion of Phosphate Glasses.
Recent Graduates
- Congratulations to Maxwell Wallace on his thesis titled “Scattering of Electromagnetic Radiation by Bianisotropic Metamaterial Spheres” with advisor Dr. Max Durach. Maxwell is graduating this semester from the Masters of Science – Applied Physical Science program with his research focus being Mie scattering properties of bianisotropic metamaterial spheres. He is also currently teaching part-time at St. Vincent’s Academy in Savannah and is planning on pursuing a PhD in physics in China beginning in the fall.
Contact Information
For more information, please contact Dr. Marshall Ming.
Phone: 912-478-5043
Email: wming@georgiasouthern.edu
Last updated: 4/26/2024