Destino Research Group

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-JFD

Research Interests

    • Spectroscopic Imaging and Analysis

    • Scanning Probe Microscopy

    • Luminescence-Based Chemical Sensors

    • Sol-Gel Materials

    • Photoluminescent Materials

    • Optical Materials

    • 3D-Printable Materials

    • Surface and Colloid Science

    • Glass Science

Current Research Projects

Research in the Destino group centers on developing novel functional materials and analytical methods that help us better understand the fundamental chemistry behind these emerging materials. Regarding analysis, the group specializes in spectroscopic and scanning probe imaging techniques and analysis of imaging data sets for studying spatially resolved chemical speciation across surfaces. Regarding materials, the group is interested in several analytically, biologically, and commercially relevant materials. Some examples include novel sol-gel derived materials used for chemical sensing, separations, 3D-printing, and antifouling applications.