Maldonado Group

Overview

Our group studies electrochemical charge transfer processes relevant to the fields of electronics, synthesis, and energy conversion/storage technologies. Our research encompasses several fields, including analytical, physical, and materials chemistry, as well as surface science and applied physics.

We are currently active in the following research areas: (1) synthesis of nanomaterials for energy conversion applications; (2) development of new electrochemical methods for chemical and materials syntheses; (3) chemical functionalization and analysis of electrode interfaces; (4) photoelectrochemistry; and (5) in-situ electron microscopy.

We also have a strong interest in education and outreach. We are active in various educational activities throughout the greater Ann Arbor community and have developed a new spin on a freshman chemistry lab course that focuses entirely on the chemistry of next generation solar cells.

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Lab Openings

We have openings for members at all levels.

Postdoctoral Researchers: Applicants with interests and experience in advanced transmission electron microscopy, semiconductor devices, materials syntheses, and/or nanoelectrochemistry are encouraged to apply.

Graduate Students: We annually recruit students with backgrounds and interests in analytical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, materials chemistry, physical chemistry, electrical engineering, materials science, and applied physics.

Undergraduate Students: Irrespective of your major, if you are interested in the type of science we do, please contact us. Especially if you are a first year undergraduate!

Volunteers/Visiting Scientists: If there's an opportunity for synergy and collaboration, we are happy to host you in our lab!