Solid, liquid, gas. We learn about the three forms of matter and their physical properties in elementary school. In fact, our technological world is defined by these properties. When two of these are combined, a new form of matter with exceptional properties, the nanofluid, is created. The consequences are unexpected.
John is CEO and co-founder of Influit Energy and a research scientist with IIT for over 13 years. He has extensive experience in designing complex scientific equipment for the characterization of energy-related materials using synchrotron x-rays. After his B.S. in physics from IIT and before returning to complete an M.S., John had the unique opportunity to participate in the design and construction of a multimillion dollar recording studio with outstanding sound quality, which continues to attract A-list clientele. Most recently John was Co-PI on a $3.5 million ARPA-e funded research project to engineer a flow battery to meet transportation needs.
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