Blair Research Group
Research
Our research focuses on new methods of the rapid synthesis of inorganic materials, examination of the mechanism of compound formation, and identification using X-ray diffraction.
• We are investigating the kinetics and mechanism of alkali and alkaline earth carbide synthesis through high-energy ball milling.
• The rapid identification of pharmacologically active substances and their metabolites through microcrystal growth and single crystal X-ray diffraction is also being pursued. This project is carried out through the National Center for Forensic Science in collaboration with the San Bernardino County (California) Sheriff.
• We also are searching for new crystallization agents to aid in the microcrystal formation of pharmacological substances of interest to law enforcement.