Acquisition of Rheometer and TGA-Mass Spectrometer for Research and Education on Multiscale Materials
Abstract
The goal of this project is to establish a state-of-the-art facility for the thermal and rheological characterization of multiscale, multifunctional materials. The proposed facility will support research activities on nanostructured materials, compositionally graded materials and multiphase, multifunctional polymeric composites, conducted across multiple departments at ASU. These activities include researchers in Materials and Biomedical Engineering as well as Chemistry, Physics, and Forensic Science. Currently, we have no such facility on campus. Thus the instrumentation provides new research capability at Alabama State University. In addition, as part of the universityÕs vision for transforming its teaching, research and service, we are in the process of initiating a program in engineering. The programs will build on areas of traditional strength at the university, facilitate research that is of interest to entities such as DoD, and help develop a well-prepared, diverse STEM workforce. The instrumentation proposed will strengthen the education and training of students involved by providing tools that can be utilized in research experiences and hands-on lab modules. The proposed instrumentation will be utilized in a laboratory that will become a hub of teaching and research activities in materials and related disciplines. At least 5 classes in engineering, chemistry and forensics will benefit. Graduate, undergraduate and high school students will be exposed to the instrumentation through research and demo activities. These activities are supported by the DoD UNITE program, Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU), Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) and Center for Research Excellence in Science and Technology (CREST). The outcomes of this project will be disseminated via presentations, publications, local newscasts and social media.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Sep 20, 2018
- Source ID
- W911NF1610506
Entities
People
- Derrick Dean
Organizations
- Alabama State College
- Army Contracting Command
- Office of the Secretary of Defense