2024 AIChE Annual Meeting

(461h) Decoding Dynamics: Jeff Reimer's NMR Breakthroughs in Porous Material Metrology

Author

Velencia Witherspoon - Presenter, University of California, Berkeley
Jeffrey Reimer, a distinguished professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, has significantly advanced the application of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy in studying transport and motion in porous materials. I will focus his and sometimes our pioneering work that leverages the intrinsic capabilities of MR to probe molecular dynamics, offering unprecedented insights into the behavior of molecules within complex, confined environments. By utilizing MR, Reimer has been able to elucidate diffusion mechanisms, adsorption processes, and the intricate interactions between fluids and porous media at a microscopic level. His research has profound implications for various fields where understanding the fundamental transport properties within porous structures is crucial. Reimer’s innovative approach has not only enhanced the theoretical framework of NMR applications in material science but also paved the way for practical advancements in the design and optimization of porous materials for industrial applications. His contributions underscore the transformative impact of NMR spectroscopy in unveiling the dynamic processes within porous systems, thereby driving forward the frontiers of chemical engineering research.