Chemistry Department
Department 3838
1000 E. University Avenue
Physical Science Bldg 204
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: 307-766-4363
Fax: 307-766-2807
Email: chemistry@uwyo.edu
Professor
Physical Chemistry
B.S., 1997, Xiamen University
Ph.D., 2004, University of South Carolina
Postdoctoral Researcher, 2004-2007, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
jzhou2@uwyo.edu | (307) 766-2812 | PS 319
Our research focuses on the fundamental understanding of structure-reactivity relationships of nanocatalysts. The research program involves controlled catalyst growth by design, in-situ characterization of catalyst structures, as well as reaction mechanism studies. We carry out surface science studies of well-defined model catalytic surfaces using scanning tunneling microscopy, x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, low energy electron diffraction, and temperature-programmed desorption techniques under ultrahigh vacuum conditions. We also conduct catalytic studies of powders and nanostructures using flow reactors with on-line reaction monitoring using gas chromatograph and mass spectrometry under reactor conditions. The design and synthesis of catalytic materials with controlled structures and characteristics at the atomic/molecular scale as well as a thorough characterization and understanding of the local structure and activity can provide important knowledge for the engineering of materials with desirable catalytic properties.
Chemistry Department
Department 3838
1000 E. University Avenue
Physical Science Bldg 204
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: 307-766-4363
Fax: 307-766-2807
Email: chemistry@uwyo.edu