Dr. LISA CARLSON
General Chemistry/Physical Chemistry
ABOUT ME
I am an Assistant Professor in the Chemistry Department at Southern Connecticut State University. My current research interests center upon studying the fundamental optical properties of nanoscale materials and working toward their integration into devices and applications. My teaching responsibilities include Physical Chemistry and General Chemistry.
contact me
Office: Jennings Hall 318
Email: carlsonl1@southernct.edu
Phone: (203) 392-6267
Fax: (203) 392-6396
Education
Ph.D., University of Rochester
M.S., University of Rochester
B.S., State University of New York College at Fredonia
PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS
My research interests focus on understanding the fluorescent properties of single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWNTs). SWNTs are hollow cylinders of graphite that display incredible strength, fascinating electronic properties, and robust near-infrared fluorescence. Yet SWNTs suffer from the presence of defect sites and residual impurities, which can strongly alter their intrinsic behavior. Research in my laboratory will focus on understanding the role of defect sites on the optical properties of carbon nanotubes, as well as the subsequent design of an optical sensor based on these materials.
COURSES
CHE 120 General Chemistry I
CHE 121 General Chemistry II
CHE 370 Physical Chemistry I
CHE 371 Physical Chemistry II
CHE 520 Advanced Physical Chemistry I
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