Stephen Boyes
About Stephen Boyes
Stephen Boyes is an Associate Professor at The George Washington University, specializing in polymer chemistry and living radical polymerizations. He has extensive experience in academia, having previously held positions at Colorado School of Mines and the University of Southern Mississippi.
Current Position at The George Washington University
Stephen Boyes serves as an Associate Professor at The George Washington University, a role he has held since 2019. He is located in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. In this position, he contributes to the academic community through teaching and research, focusing on polymer chemistry and its applications.
Previous Experience at Colorado School of Mines
Before his current role, Stephen Boyes was an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Colorado School of Mines from 2005 to 2011. During his six years there, he engaged in teaching and research, laying the groundwork for his future academic pursuits in polymer science.
Educational Background and Expertise
Stephen Boyes completed his Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) from 1990 to 1993. He later earned a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from UNSW, studying from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his research and teaching in polymer chemistry.
Research Focus and Contributions
Stephen Boyes specializes in living radical polymerizations and polymer brushes. His research includes developing novel techniques for preparing surface-modified nanoparticles, which are applicable in multimodal imaging agents and diagnostics. His research group emphasizes the application of multifunctional polymers for the surface modification of nanoparticles.
Career Path and Previous Roles
Prior to his current position, Stephen Boyes worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Akron from 2001 to 2003 and as an Assistant Professor of Polymer Science at the University of Southern Mississippi from 2003 to 2005. These roles contributed to his expertise in polymer education and general polymer chemistry.