Research in Action

These photos capture our research group at work—running experiments, analyzing materials, and bringing scientific ideas to life. Research in Action highlights the hands‑on experiences that support our students’ growth as scientists. All photos are taken only when laboratory activities are paused and when the workspace is verified to be safe, ensuring that proper safety practices are always maintained.

Steven preparing liquid nitrogen for a nitrogen sorption run. Safety first—keep hands away from the dewar, liquid nitrogen is 77 K! ❄️
Steven preparing sample for nitrogen sorption measurement.
Schlenk line system used for drying samples and conducting air-free chemical synthesis.
Braden collecting his new metal–organic framework using vacuum filtration.
Tad doing solvent exchange for his MOF.