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Experts
John Rabolt
Karl W. and Renate Böer Chaired Professor of Materials Science and Engineering
Materials Science and Engineering
Professor
Delaware Biotechnology Institute
Areas of Expertise
- Studies and characterizes materials through the use of infrared and Raman spectroscopy.
- Recently co-invented a high precision detector that can identify biological and chemical agents. The soon-to-be commercialized device can detect even small amounts of chemical weapons agents in solid, liquid or gas.
- As co-founder of a start-up company, PAIR Technologies, Rabolt is versed in not just instrument design and construction but also starting and building small businesses. He teaches a course on high-tech entrepreneurship.
- Can discuss x-ray and thermal analysis of material, directed and self-assembly of thin films, electrospinning of polymer nanofibers and tissue engineering.
Contact Information
302-831-4476
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