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Polymer Chemistry, Optical Polymers, Organic Chemistry
Acrylic resins or "acrylics" as they are more commonly known in the trade, are dominated by a relatively few number of molecules such as butyl acrylate and methyl methacrylate. However by esterifying acrylic or methacrylic acid it is possible to…
Nanotechnology, Biomaterials, Sol-gel Sciences, Optics, Biotechnology, Glass, Ceramics, Spectroscopy
Expert is a specialist of sol-gel chemistry. He developed a new non-aqueous method for sol-gel glass coating to obtain transparent films for integrated optics and photonics using polysiloxane materials. The aim was to obtain low-softening temperature glasses to permit facile…
Marketing and Product Development of Raw Materials for the Cosmetics Market
30 years of experience working in the cosmetics industry as a raw material supplier. Long time member of the Society of Cosmetics Chemists. Developed and marketed new hydrophilic polymers for the cosmetics industry while working for BF Goodrich as the…
Chemistry: Emulsion & Solution Polymers, Water Repellants, Wax Emulsions, Thermosetting Resins, Starch, Non-Woven binders
Expert has worked as an industrial researcher for over 30 years developing products for textiles, paper and non-wovens markets. He has worked with various types of chemistry such as wax emulsions, silicone emulsions, glyoxal resins, melamine resins, starch-based products, polyvinyl…
Organic, Polymer and Surface Chemistry, Bioapplications and Separation Technologies
Expert designed and synthesized multifunctional surface chemistries for modification of glass, porous silica gels, carbon and various polymeric substrates in form of the membranes, micro particles, porous monolithic blocks, and capillaries. The following methods have been used for surface functionalzation:…
Plastic, Polymer Adhesion, Green Manufacturing, Polymer Formulation, Coating, Polyolefin
Expert received his Doctorate in Organic Chemistry from Michigan State University and his BA of Biology from The University of Michigan-Flint. Although he has previous successful start-up-to-production as the former President of Selective Technologies, Inc., a supplier of medical device…
Membranes, Filters, Separations, Validation, Extractables, Leachables
Expert was responsible for building a new manufacturing facility for hollow-fiber thin film composite membranes for industrial gas and liquid. He helped design the equipment, created the plant layout, hired staff, and led the trouble-shooting phase. He led the engineering…
Specialty Polymers and Fibers
HYDROGEL; POLYELECTROLYTES. Expert's fundamental knowledge in polyelectrolytes and their interaction with small and large molecules has enabled him to offer consultation in diverse industries, including personal care, healthcare, cable wrap, food packaging, railroad, paper, and wastewater treatment. He has developed…
Absorbent Technology
Expert K. Expert has spent over 25 years with Johnson & Johnson Co. developing new materials for absorbent products. He also managed a diversified group in one of the divisions of Johnson & Johnson responsible for R&D and pilot plant…
Plastic Molding Processes
Expert has extensive experience with plastic molding processes and with injection molding in particular. He is often called upon to help clients with issues such as injection molding machine selection, injection mold lubrication, and in-mold labeling. He has been responsible…