about us
Science.
The See Group engages in an interdisciplinary approach to tackle fundamental questions related to electrochemical devices. We combine expertise in materials chemistry, analytical chemistry, and electrochemistry to gain a thorough understanding of the bulk and interfacial structure of active materials during and as a result of charge transfer processes. Perturbations of the chemistry in both the solid-state and solution will allow us to develop detailed structure-property relationships. We prepare energy storage and employ a suite of tools including electroanalytical chemistry, spectroscopy, synchrotron characterization, as well as in situ techniques including Raman and UV-Vis spectroscopy to characterize processes occurring in the solid-state as well as those at interfaces. Understanding charge transfer mechanisms in these devices will further the fundamental knowledge of redox processes and enable better materials design and ultimately more efficient devices.
Diversity and Inclusion.
Kim and the See Group members strongly value diversity and inclusion. All group members sign a document that dictates group conduct expectations. The document states:
"The See Lab is an entirely inclusive environment and values the diverse experiences, perspectives, and identities each member brings to the group. All group members have a responsibility to treat others with dignity and respect and to confront instances of bias in the workplace and within themselves. Behavior in the lab, in the offices, and at group events that discriminates against anyone will not be tolerated. Such behavior includes disrespectful language and/or actions surrounding (but not limited to) race, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ability, ethnicity, origin, socioeconomic class, background, appearance, diet, etc.
If you ever feel unwelcome or uncomfortable in the group, you are strongly encouraged to talk to Kim so she can address the situation. Allies should speak up against discrimination and offer support."
Several groups on campus are devoted to promoting a diverse and inclusive campus culture and links to their web pages can be found on the links page.
electrochemistry
The backbone of our work lies in the versatile field of electrochemistry. Our goal is determine the structure-property relationships that govern redox processes in various systems. We are interested in structural changes in the bulk as well as those at interfaces as a result of charge transfer.
materials
In order to develop structure-property relationships, we perturb the system by preparing various material families both in the solid-state and in solution. Careful design of materials allows us to understand how their structures change as a result of redox processes.
characterization
Thorough characterization is essential to developing the structure-property relationships we use to inform the design of new and better performing systems. In addition to electrochemical characterization, we use several diffraction, spectroscopic, and synchrotron techniques.
group news and updates
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Oct 01, 2019
We welcome Dr. Forrest Laksowski to the group!
The See Group is excited to welcome our newest postdoc, Dr. Forrest Laskowski, to the group! Forrest comes to us from the Boettcher group at the University of Oregon. Check out his most recent publication in Nature Materials! Find out more about Forrest himself in the member page.
Sep 25, 2019
Steve Kim passes candidacy!
Many congratulations to Steve Kim who passed his candidacy exam today!
Sep 15, 2019
Kim travels to Jerusalem for the Kavli Frontiers of Science Symposium
Kim is invited to attend the Israeli-American Kavli Frontiers of Science Symposium hosted by the National Academy of Sciences and the Israel Academy of Sciences and Humanities. Find out more about Frontiers here.
Sep 13, 2019
Kim is a finalist for the VW/BASF Science Award Electrochemistry
Kim is a finalist for the VW/BASF Science Award Electrochemistry. She will travel to Wolfsburg, Germany to give a talk on her work in November at the Science Dialog in which "the most recent developments and challenges in applied research in electrochemistry" will be discussed.
Aug 18, 2019
Zac Iton is awarded the Bill H. James Foundation for Aspiring African-American Engineers Scholarship!
Many, many congratulations to Zac Iton who was awarded the Bill H. James Foundation for Aspiring African-American Engineers 2019-2020 Scholarship! Check out the announcement here!
Jun 25, 2019
We are excited to welcome Zac Iton to the group!
We are thrilled to welcome Zac Iton to the group! Zac will be working on divalent ionics. Check out Zac's bio in the members page.
Jun 14, 2019
Sarah's paper on electrolytes for Mg-S batteries is out!
Check out Sarah's paper probing MACC as an electrolyte for Mg-S batteries published in Inorganic Chemistry. You can read a bit more about the paper in the publications tab.
Jun 14, 2019
Congratulations to Charlie Hansen!
Charlie has earned his Masters in Chemical Engineering! Congratulations, Charlie! We wish him all the best in his new position as a Chemistry Fleet Support Engineer at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory - Bettis.
May 28, 2019
Our work is featured on the cover of Chemistry of Materials
We are super excited that our work on divalent ion conductors is featured on the cover of Chemistry of Materials!
May 28, 2019
Kim is awarded the Beckman Young Investigator Award!
Kim is awarded the Beckman Young Investigator Award by the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation. The press release can be found here.