Overview
My research focuses on electrochemical systems for sensing and molecular transformation, with an emphasis on understanding and controlling interfacial processes.
Electrochemical reactions occur at complex interfaces, where electrode materials, local environments, and mass transport are strongly coupled. Rather than focusing only on material development, I am interested in how these factors together determine system behavior and how they can be used to extract meaningful chemical information.
Electrochemical Sensing in Complex Environments
Many electrochemical sensing strategies are developed under well-controlled conditions, typically relying on precise potential control. However, in practical environments, maintaining a well-defined potential can be challenging due to factors such as interfacial heterogeneity and resistance.
In my work, I explore alternative ways to probe electrochemical systems by focusing on system responses under controlled conditions. By analyzing characteristic response patterns, I aim to better understand reaction processes and develop more robust sensing strategies that are less sensitive to environmental fluctuations.
Interfacial Processes and Material Effects
Electrode materials and surface structures play a critical role in electrochemical reactions. I am particularly interested in how different materials lead to distinct system responses and how these differences can be used to distinguish reaction pathways or chemical species.
This perspective treats materials not only as performance enhancers, but also as tools to modulate and reveal underlying electrochemical processes.
Electrochemical Molecular Transformation
In addition to methodology development, my research also explores electrochemical pathways for molecular transformation.
One example is the conversion of small hydrocarbons under mild conditions. This approach may provide a potential alternative to conventional thermally driven processes, while also offering opportunities to integrate chemical production with renewable electricity.
More broadly, I am interested in how electrochemical methods can extend the scope of chemical transformations and create new connections between energy and chemical synthesis.
Approach
Across these topics, my research combines:
- Electrochemical method development for analysis
- Control of interfacial environments
- Material and electrode design
with the goal of linking fundamental understanding to practical system design.