PhD in Nano-Engineering in Los Angeles United States | University of California, Los Angeles

Studies in surface chemistry and physics form the basis for creating advanced surface-engineered materials used in separation technologies, sensor development, and semiconductor applications. UCLA's Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Department faculty specialize in macromolecular and nano-surface engineering, focusing on enhancing membrane and sorption resin efficiency, creating innovative molecular sensors, producing biocompatible surfaces, and controlling atomic-level surface interactions.

Computational modeling and lab experiments aim to analyze silylated and polymer-grafted surface structures (including their topology, molecular arrangement, and distribution) while developing techniques like polymerization and self-assembly to tailor surface characteristics. Notable breakthroughs include patented ceramic-polymer hybrid membranes (Cohen Group), featuring nanoscale separation layers that excel in protein filtration and organic mixture separation through pervaporation.