Dr. Richard Reidy

Research

Research Interests

  • Supercritical Processing of semiconductor materials
  • Synthesis and characterization of novel porous ceramics for dielectric, sensor and energy applications
  • Ultra-low k dielectrics
  • Anti-bacterial films and wound care materials
  • Flexible body armor materials
  • Electron microscopy and small angle neutron scattering of silica aerogels
  • Properties of photochromic and thermochromic oxides
  • Transport and corrosion properties of high temperature ceramics
  • Liquefied gas-powered vehicles and power systems