Kyle Lobermeier
1215 S Dewey St. apt. #11
Eau Claire, WI 54701
Lobermkl@uwec.edu
(715) 523-3090
EDUCATION
May 2016
anticipated
Bachelor of Science cum laude
GPA = 3.33
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Major: Matl Sci, Chem of Matl Comprehensive Major (3.42 GPA)
Specialized Coursework & Methods
Energy Sciences & Engineering
Instrumentation, Modeling & Forecasting
Advanced Materials Science and Nanoscience*
Organic Chemistry I & II
Polymer Chemistry*
Advanced Materials Science Lab I & II*
Physics of Solids
Materials Characterization
Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry
Materials Processing & Lab
Materials Science Seminar
Thermodynamics and Kinetics of Materials
Soft Materials
Introduction to Materials Science and Nanoscience
University Physics I & II
General Chemistry I & II
Polarization Modulation Infrared Reflection
Adsorption Spectroscopy (PM-IRRAS)
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)
Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS)
X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS)
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
X-ray Diffractometry (XRD)
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
Research Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)
X-ray Fluorescence (XRF)
Thin Film Evaporator
Calculus I & II
Langmuir Trough
SPARTAN
Nanoindenter
Wolfram Alpha
*anticipated 2015-16
RESEARCH & PROJECTS
Research
“PM-IRRAS as a Probe for Evidence of Regioselective Ligand Exchange Reactions on Confined
Gold Nanoparticles.” With Dr. Jennifer Dahl (CHEM & MATSCI), University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
(UWEC), 2014-present. Working with gold nanoparticle films made in a Langmuir trough to create Janus nanoparticles
by conducting a ligand exchange on the surface of the particles. The Janus particles are then studied by using a PM-IRRAS
to characterize if a ligand exchange was accomplished.
“Fabrication and Evaluation of Gold Nanoparticle Films for Enhanced Performance of
Photovoltaic Materials” With Dr. Jennifer Dahl, CHEM & MSCI, UWEC, 2014-present. Study of alkanecapped gold nanoparticle films fabricated in a Langmuir trough useful for increasing efficiency in photovoltaic cells.
Projects
Thermodynamics Projects. For Dr. Marcus McEllistrem (CHEM & MSCI) UWEC, Fall 2014.
“Understanding Two Theoretical Models of Quantum and Empirical.” Synthesis of cadmium
selenide (CdSe) nanoparticles to use in the determination of their band gap via UV-Vis and Fluorescence. Calculations
of nanoparticle size were done using the two theoretical models. Empirical model according to W.W. Yu, Chem. Mater.,
2003, 15 (14), and the quantum model according to L. Brus, J. Phys. Chem., 1986, 90 (12).
“Different Phase Segregation in Aluminum Copper Alloy is Dependent on Composition.”
Worked with six different compositions of aluminum copper alloy (1%, 3%, 10%, 18.5%, 25%, and 30% copper to
aluminum) and cooled at 0.5⁰C/minute to determine the effect the composition had on the morphology of the sample.
Characterization Projects. For Douglas Dunham, MSCI, UWEC. Fall 2014.
“Unknown Alloy Characterization.” Used XRF, SEM, and EDS to determine the composition of a
competitor’s tin-bismuth product.
“Determining Identity of White Powder.” After a possible incident of someone being allergic to the white
powder lying next to a coffee cup analysis using XRD shows the mystery powder to be the sweetener Equal.
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“Determining Oxide thickness on an Aluminum Sample.” Used Brian Strohmeier’s article “An ESCA
Method for Determining the Oxide Thickness on Aluminum Alloys,” (Surface &Interface Analysis, 1990.) to determine
the oxide thickness on aluminum. XPS data taken provided us with information to calculate the oxide thickness which
proved to be what the article claimed.
“Characterization of Tennis Rackets showing Performance and Marketing Differences.”
Experimenting on three different tennis racquets (Head Ti 55, Tour Slam, and Liquid metal) using XRF, SEM, EDS, and
a light microscope showed us data on how the composition and structure of the racquets can be used to enhance the
performance along with marketing techniques.
“Surface Topography of a Plastic Commercial Product.” Testing an unknown commercial using AFM
and SEM to categorize the surface structure.
“Delamination at Phase Boundaries Created by Nanoindentation.” Experimentation of
nanoindentation on a polished tin-bismuth alloy and analyzing delamination at the phase boundaries using SEM.
“Evaluation of Proposed Idea that Micro Beads Enter Great Lakes by Sewage Run Off.”
Collection of micro beads from face and body wash and tested to see if exposure to hot water would dissolve the beads.
Both stereoscope and SEM images were taken before and after to see relative changes in bead diameter.
PRESENTATIONS (posters)
Janus Nanoparticle Systems Cross-linked via Bisdithiol for Enhanced Stability.
 8th Annual Wisconsin Science & Technology Symposium. UWRF. July 27 – 28, 2015.
 2015 Regional Materials and Manufacturing Symposium. UWEC. Sept. 21, 2015
 Astra: the McNair Scholars’ Journal, UWEC forthcoming.
 16th Annual McNair Senior Scholars’ Colloquia. UWEC December, 2015.
 4th Annual Celebration of Excellence in Research & Creative Activity (CERCA). UWEC. May 2016
Janus Nanoparticle Formation via Regioselective Ligand Exchange Reactions at Soft Interfaces.
 3rd Annual CERCA. UWEC. April 29–30, 2015.
PM-IRRAS as a Probe for Evidence of Regioselective Ligand Exchange Reactions on Confined
Gold Nanoparticles.
 7th Annual Wisconsin Science & Technology Symposium. UWEC. July 21, 2014.
 24th National McNair Scholars’ Research Conference & Graduate Fair, Delevan, WI. Oct., 2015.
GRANTS & DISTINCTIONS
$1,500 Ed and Clarissa Bogumill Memorial Scholarship
$500 Travel Grant. UWEC McNair Achievement Program
$5,800 Research Grant. U. S. Dept. of Education (McNair Achievement Program)
$7,000 David J. Prohaska Scholarship
$1,000 Wisconsin Covenant Scholar Grant
$900 Blugold Commitment Grant
$250 Ladysmith Exhausted Roosters Scholarship
Dean’s List. UWEC College of Arts & Sciences. Fall 2012
Academic Distinction Fall 2013-Spring 2014
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INSTRUCTION
Lead Lab Materials Science Research Laboratory. Supervised by Dr. Jennifer Dahl (MATSCI), UWEC.
Winter 2014. Taught a new research student the techniques and protocols of a Langmuir Trough along
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with the preparation and synthesis of gold nanoparticles. Also taught laboratory techniques essential to the
continuation of our research. Answered questions and assisted when needed.
Student
Mentor
Freshman Year Experience Mentor. Supervised by Ms. Patti See (GEN & WMNS), Fall 2013.
Student
Mentor
Freshman Experience Mentor. Supervised by Ms. Patti See (GEN & WMNS), Fall 2014.
Assistant
Instructor
Assisted freshmen first-generation students from low-income backgrounds enrolled in General Studies
develop good study strategies and understand the use of academic technology. This included aiding students
in the formation of creative class discussion, showing students how to plan their degree, providing tips and
answering questions pertaining to college life logistics and curriculum.
Provided assistance to freshman enrolled in Strategies for Academic Success. Assisted the formation of
creative class discussion, taught students to use course and student data materials (D2L and CampS).
Performed regular pre-lecture setup and conducted lecture on academic success techniques and campus life.
Introductory Mountain Biking. Supervised by Matt Bunton (Ladysmith High School), Summer
2012. Assisted instructor in six-week course for six high school students. Responsibilities included teaching
safety procedures, bicycle handing in various situations (traversing roots, rock and hill terrain, shifting for
situation, sand, narrow passages, braking). Also provided elementary first aid.
LEADERSHIP, SERVICE & MEMBERSHIPS
Leadership
Cross-Country. Junior Varsity, Ladysmith High School, 2012
Golf. Ladysmith High School, 2009-12
Swim Team. Flambeau Area Swim Team, 2009
Varsity, 2012
Nordic Skiing. Ladysmith High School, 2012
Junior Varsity, 2009, 10, 11
Music. Trumpet, Ladysmith High School, 2009-12
 Marching Band
 Concert Band (Soloist for WI State Music Assn. 2009, 10, 11, 12)
 Pep Band
 Jazz Band (State Competition 2009, 10; 2nd Place Jazz Festival 2011)
Service
Nano Days. Eau Claire Children’s Museum. Eau Claire, WI. March 31, 2015. Represent UWEC Materials
Science Department at annual venue to motivate youth to pursue careers in STEM. Demos include ferrofluids, nonNewtonian fluids, magic sand, and nano fabric.
Cool Chemistry. Ladysmith Elementary School. Ladysmith, WI. Spring 2012. High school team provided
chemistry demos, including making “elephant toothpaste,” vapor bomb, acetylene propulsion and acetylene torch.
Adopt-A-Highway. Flambeau Region 4H Clubs. Tony, WI. Spring 2012. Trash removal on state Hwy. 8 as
part of thirteen-person team.
Fundraising.
Book Sale. American Chemical Society Student Affiliate, 2015
Bake Sale. Materials Science Research Society-Student Affiliate, 2014
Meat & Cheese Drive. Ladysmith High School Band, 2011 & 12
Candy Drive. Flambeau Area Swim Team, 2009
Memberships
Materials Science Research Society Student Affiliate. 2013-present.
American Chemical Society. 2014-present. Tutor coordinator. 2015
Alpha Lambda Delta and Phi Eta Sigma national honor society, UWEC chapter. Spring 2013-present.
Mortar Board National College Senior Honor Society. Spring 2015-present. Social committee member. 2015
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