Gold Nanoparticles: Engineering Materials

Dr. Arnold C. Alguno is a professor in the Materials Science program at Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT), specializing in semiconductor physics, solar cell technology, and nanotechnology. He obtained his Ph.D. in Physics at Tohoku University, Japan. His research spans a broad range of fields, including sensor technology, quantum dots, and advanced functional materials. Dr. Rey Y. Capangpangan is a distinguished researcher and educator specializing in catalysis for environmental applications and the development of advanced nano-based catalysts. A faculty member at Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN), Philippines, he has led impactful projects on synthesizing and characterizing catalyst materials aimed at environmental remediation, pollution control, and sustainable energy solutions. His groundbreaking work in environmental catalysis addresses critical challenges in water and air pollution, establishing him as a leading voice in the field of environmental chemistry. His research integrates chemistry, materials science, and engineering, fostering interdisciplinary approaches to sustainable development. Dr. Gerard Dumancas is a professor of Chemistry and associate dean of Research and Program Innovation at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. He obtained his Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry (Chemometrics) from Oklahoma State University. His research interests are in the areas of innovative bioenergy solutions. Dr. Arnold A. Lubguban is a distinguished professor and senior researcher at Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) in the Philippines. With a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, his expertise lies in the development of petroleum-based and sustainable polymers, focusing on industrial, environmental, biomedical, and nanotechnology applications. Dr. Lubguban's research is dedicated to advancing renewable materials, with the goal of creating sustainable solutions for industrial and medical sectors. He obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Missouri. Dr. Roberto M. Malaluan is a professor of Chemical Engineering at Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) and a pioneering researcher in the field of sustainable polymers and supercritical fluid extraction. He completed his Doctor of Engineering at Tohoku University, Japan. Dr. Malaluan has dedicated his career to teaching and research, particularly focusing on the supercritical carbon dioxide extraction of natural products, a technique he has applied to drug discovery and industrial applications.Dr. Rolen Brian P. Rivera holds a Ph.D. Physics degree and he is a research fellow under the CHED-LAKAS-funded Colorimetric Project at Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT), Philippines. His work focuses on developing a colorimetric sensor for detecting food spoilage. He holds both BSc and MSc degrees in Physics from MSU-IIT, where he gained extensive expertise in synthesizing and characterizing metal nanoparticles for colorimetric applications. His research contributes to advancing accessible, rapid sensing technologies for food safety and quality control.