Jacob-Kurtis Guy
PhD Student - Nanoscience
About Jacob-Kurtis
Jacob-Kurtis is one of the key chemists within the Alston Research Group. With a background in chemistry and nanoscience, and a desire to design the materials of the future, he is devoted to synthesizing novel ionic liquids for biopolymer processing applications. Read more about his research below.
Outside of the lab, Jacob-Kurtis enjoys running, formally running at the D1 level at UNCG and four years at the D2 level at Wingate University. He also enjoys riding motorcycles, hiking, climbing, and traveling. Jacob-Kurtis is also involved in missions work in Africa, supporting and serving vulnerable and orphaned children in Malawi.
Previous Education:
UNC Greensboro - Master of Science - Nanoscience
Wingate University - Bachelors of Science - Chemistry
Minored in psychology
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Jacob-Kurtis’ Research
Jacob-Kurtis is currently researching the synthesis of the novel ionic liquid, 1-allyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate to be used in biopolymer dissolutions. In particular, he is interested in optimizing reaction conditions and improving yield and purity to better understand structure–property relationships in these systems. Additionally, this work provides insight into sustainable solvent design and their potential applications in processing renewable materials. This research will allow him to continue working in chemistry synthesis and expanding his knowledge in multiple areas as he enters further materials science studies.
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