Areas William Buchanan is Knowledgeable in:
I have a strong interest in energy (solar, fuel cells), energy storage, alternative fuels, and renewable chemical feedstocks.
William Buchanan's Problem Solving Skills:
- Data Analysis
- Organometallics
- Adsorption
- Synthesis
- Metal Organic Frameworks (MOFs)
- Inorganic Materials
- Separations
- Data Modeling
William Buchanan's Problem Solving Experience:
- Developed 4+ data analysis templates in Excel for technicians to use to quickly process data and efficiently share information.
Developed an Excel worksheet for the rapid data analysis of 1,500+ data points that provided fits to 4 different isotherm models, 2 physical properties and generated plots. - Developed sustainable/greener synthetic routes to yield product with increased product yield (20%) and uniformity leading to decreased waste and increased profitability.
Prepared technical documentation for 2 patent applications acting as a liaison patent attorney aiding in developing IP strategy to protect company’s interests. - • Led a team of up to 5 researchers on a project to utilize waste carbon dioxide that developed 12+ catalysts in a 12 week time span.
• Mentored 6 undergraduate and 5 graduate students helping them develop skills in planning research, data analysis and communicating results. - • Prepared 29 new MOF materials for CCS applications and developed different methodologies to enhance capacity and selectivity leading to a ~5-15% improvements.
- Initiated projects to modify, build and built equipment including a Vibrating Sample Magnetometer (VSM) which was built on a $1,500 budget and worth $40,000+.