My research focuses on electrochemical engineering, particularly aqueous batteries and the conversion of small organic molecules for electricity.   My research strongly benefits from the use of synchrotron X-ray and neutron tools available at national laboratory user facilities at the U.S. Department of Energy, through which a fundamental understanding of electrode/electrolyte interaction can be obtained at an atomic level so that we can design the next generation of low-cost and green electrochemical devices using non-toxic and earth-abundant materials.   I love to work with people to transform innovative and collaborative energy research through knowledge and scientific discoveries.  I commit to connecting industries, national laboratories, and public agencies, working toward renewable energy solutions and technologies, and training and educating the next generation of energy researchers and the workforce.