Pat Herbert, PhD
About Pat Herbert, PhD
Pat Herbert, PhD, is a Senior Material Scientist at Optimax Systems, Inc., where he has worked since 2023. He has a strong background in chemistry and material science, with significant research experience at institutions such as Florida State University and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory.
Work at Optimax Systems
Pat Herbert serves as a Senior Material Scientist at Optimax Systems, Inc., a position held since 2023. In this role, Herbert focuses on high precision optical manufacturing, contributing expertise in material science to enhance the company's capabilities in advanced optical technologies.
Education and Expertise
Pat Herbert holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry from Penn State University, completed between 2017 and 2019. Prior to this, Herbert earned a Master's degree in Chemistry from Florida State University from 2012 to 2017. The educational background also includes a Bachelor's of Science in Chemistry from West Virginia University, obtained from 2007 to 2012.
Background
Before joining Optimax Systems, Pat Herbert worked at Florida State University as a Graduate Research Associate from 2014 to 2017. During this time, significant research was conducted at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, focusing on nanoscale metals. Herbert also served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Florida State University from 2012 to 2014 and as a Peer Lead Team Learning Mentor at West Virginia University from 2010 to 2012.
Research Contributions
Pat Herbert's research contributions include the development and utilization of combined magneto-optical and ultrafast time-resolved spectroscopic methods during graduate studies. Postdoctoral research involved microsecond-resolved single molecule microscopy to study DNA conformational dynamics, demonstrating how protein-specific trapping of DNA conformations facilitates protein assembly and function in DNA replication.
Professional Experience
Pat Herbert has accumulated diverse professional experience in the field of material science. This includes roles as a Graduate Research Associate at both Florida State University and Penn State University, where research focused on advanced materials and their applications. Herbert's work has been pivotal in research and development for advanced optical manufacturing.