Synthesis, Processing, and Characterization of 2-Dimensional Polymers
About the Research
The Materials and Manufacturing Sciences Division of the Army Research Laboratory (ARL) is seeking a candidate with expertise in organic and polymer chemistry to design, synthesize, and characterize novel 2-dimensional polymers (2DPs). New 2DPs with unique architectures, linkage chemistry, and pore functionality are sought with an emphasis on improved mechanical behavior, thermal stability, and transport properties. This will involve the design and synthesis of new monomers and their subsequent transformation to highly ordered 2D solids. Structural characterization leverages techniques such as PXRD, BET, FTIR, and solid-state NMR to confirm the synthetic target. This project will also involve developing processing strategies for forming 2DP coatings and films. The candidate will assess different solvent combinations, additives, surfactants, etc. to develop a film casting procedure for 2DP solids.
ARL Advisor
Robert Lambeth
ARL Advisor Email: robert.h.lambeth2.civ@mail.mil
About WMRD
The Weapons and Materials Research Directorate (WMRD) aims to enhance the lethality and survivability of weapons systems and meet soldier technology needs for advanced weaponry and protection. Research focuses on energetic materials dynamics, propulsion/flight physics, projectile warhead mechanics, terminal effects phenomena, armor/survivability technologies, environmental chemistry, and advanced materials (energetic, metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, and mechanics) for various applications including armor, armament, missiles, ground vehicles, helicopters, and individual soldier applications.
About ARL-RAP
The Army Research Laboratory Research Associateship Program (ARL-RAP) is designed to significantly increase the involvement of creative and highly trained scientists and engineers from academia and industry in scientific and technical areas of interest and relevance to the Army. Scientists and engineers at ARL help shape and execute the Army's program for meeting future operational needs through research in diverse fields such as applied mathematics, atmospheric characterization, simulation and human modeling, digital/optical signal processing, nanotechnology, material science and technology, multifunctional technology, combustion processes, propulsion and flight physics, communication and networking, and computational and information sciences.
A Complete Application Includes:
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Three Reference Forms
Email with a link to the reference form sent to selected references
Transcripts
Transcript verifying receipt of degree (student/unofficial copy acceptable)
Research Proposal
If selected by an advisor, the participant will be required to write a research proposal to submit to the ARL-RAP review panel. The proposal should:
Relate to a specific opportunity at ARL (see Research Areas)
Have a clear objective with a defined outcome
Explain the direction of the research
Include the expected period for completing the study
Provide a brief background and motivation for the research
Include references of published efforts to improve the proposal
Contact Information
For questions about this opportunity, please email: ARLFellowship@orau.org
Eligibility
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
Degree: Any degree
Academic Level(s): Any academic level
Discipline(s): Chemistry and Materials Sciences (3)
Age: Must be 18 years of age
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