Highly accomplished Systems Engineer and PhD Chemist with a robust background in designing and developing high-performance scientific instrumentation, advanced spectroscopic analysis, and custom software solutions. Leverages deep expertise in analytical chemistry, computational modeling, and programming (R, Python, C++, C#) to drive innovation in R&D, product development, and complex data interpretation. Proven ability to translate complex scientific principles into practical engineering solutions, evidenced by multiple high-impact publications and successful project deliveries.
Work
SensIR, Inc.
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Systems Engineer
Chapel Hill, NC, US
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Summary
Leads the design and development of advanced hyperspectral imagers and builds custom software for instrument calibration and alignment, enhancing performance for space and mining applications.
Highlights
Designed and engineered custom high-performance hyperspectral imagers, optimizing capabilities for critical space and mining applications.
Developed and implemented custom software tools to automate the alignment and calibration processes of imagers, significantly improving operational efficiency and data accuracy.
Contributed to the full product lifecycle, from conceptual design to deployment, ensuring robust system integration and performance.
Fritz Haber Institute (Max Planck Society)
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Postdoctoral Scientist
Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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Summary
Conducted advanced spectroscopic studies on heterogeneous catalysts, utilizing Raman and X-Ray photoelectron spectroscopy to investigate oxidation mechanisms and drive fundamental scientific understanding.
Highlights
Performed in-depth spectroscopic studies of heterogeneous catalysts, providing critical insights into reaction mechanisms and material properties.
Utilized advanced analytical techniques, including Raman spectroscopy and X-Ray photoelectron spectroscopy, to characterize oxidation catalysts in real-time.
Contributed to multiple research projects, advancing the understanding of catalytic processes and material science.
University of Regensburg
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Postdoctoral Scientist
Regensburg, Germany, Germany
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Summary
Led computational and FT-IR studies of novel catalytic photoredox reactions, synthesizing catalysts and developing a flow FT-IR system for real-time reaction monitoring.
Highlights
Conducted computational and FT-IR studies on novel catalytic photoredox reactions, significantly advancing understanding of reaction kinetics and pathways.
Synthesized specific catalysts for photochemical carboxylation reactions, enabling targeted experimental investigations.
Developed a cutting-edge flow FT-IR system, establishing a robust methodology for real-time monitoring of photochemical reactions.
Authored and co-authored two high-impact articles, disseminating key research findings to the scientific community.
CTSi
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Software Engineer
Bel Air, MD, US
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Summary
Developed an Android application for documenting flight tests, streamlining data collection and improving efficiency for aerospace operations.
Highlights
Designed and developed a specialized Android application for comprehensive documentation of flight tests, enhancing data capture accuracy and accessibility.
Collaborated with engineering teams to gather requirements and deliver a user-friendly software solution.
Improved operational workflows by digitizing flight test documentation processes.
Actavis Group
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Associate Research Scientist
Owings Mills, MD, US
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Summary
Performed quality control and stability testing of pharmaceutical ointment formulations in a GMP setting, ensuring product integrity and regulatory compliance.
Highlights
Executed rigorous QC and stability testing for pharmaceutical ointment formulations, ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Developed and optimized Karl Fischer QC methods, enhancing precision and reliability in moisture content analysis for pharmaceutical products.
Contributed to maintaining high product quality and regulatory compliance within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Education
University of Otago
Dunedin, New Zealand, New Zealand
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PhDChemistryGrade:
Courses
Thesis: Excited States of dº and dº Transition Metal Complexes
MacDiarmid Institute Scholarship
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
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MAChemistryGrade:
Courses
Kinetic isotope effect studies of fatty acid alpha-dioxygenase
Salisbury University
Salisbury, Maryland, United States of America
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BSChemistryGrade:
Publications
Towards Experimental Handbooks in Catalysis
Topics in Catalysis
Trunschke, A.; Huff, G.; Knop-Gericke, A.; Kube, P.; Scheffler, M.; Schlögl, R.; Bellini, G.; Boniface, M.; Carey, S. J.; Dong, J. et al. Topics in Catalysis 2020, 63, 1683.
Photocatalytic carbanion generation-benzylation of aliphatic aldehydes to secondary alcohols
Chem. Sci.
Donabauer, K.; Maity, M.; Berger, A. L.; Huff, G. S.; Crespi, S.; König, B. Chem. Sci. 2019, 10, 5162–5166.
Ligand-Controlled Regioselective Hydrocarboxylation of Styrenes with CO2 by Combining Visible Light and Nickel Catalysis
J. Am. Chem. Soc.
Meng, Q.-Y.; Wang, S.; Huff, G. S.; König, B. J. Am. Chem. Soc. 2018, 3198.
Probing Pharmaceutical Mixtures during Milling: The Potency of Low-Frequency Raman Spectroscopy in Identifying Disorder
Mol. Pharm.
Walker, G.; Römann, P.; Poller, B.; Löbmann, K.; Grohganz, H.; Rooney, J. S.; Huff, G. S.; Smith, G. P. S.; Rades, T.; Gordon, K. C. et al. Mol. Pharm. 2017, 14, 4675–4684.
No single DFT method can predict Raman cross-sections, frequencies and electronic absorption maxima of oligothiophenes
Syn. Met.
Huff, G. S.; Gallaher, J. K.; Hodgkiss, J. M.; Gordon, K. C. Syn. Met. 2017, 231, 1.
Excited States of Triphenylamine-Substituted 2-Pyridyl-1,2,3-triazole Complexes
Inorg. Chem.
Huff, G. S.; Lo, W. K. C.; Horvath, R.; Turner, J. O.; Sun, X.-Z.; Weal, G. R.; Davidson, H. J.; Kennedy, A. D. W.; McAdam, C. J.; Crowley, J. D. et al. Inorg. Chem. 2016, 55, 12238.
The Evolution of Non-mirror Image Fluorescence Spectra in Conjugated Polymers and Oligomers
J. Phys. Chem. Lett.
Gallaher, J. K.; Chen, K.; Huff, G. S.; Prasad, S. K. K.; Gordon, K. C.; Hodgkiss, J. M. J. Phys. Chem. Lett. 2016, 7, 3307.
A Dinuclear Platinum(II) N4Py Complex: An Unexpected Coordination Mode For N4Py
Inorg. Chem.
Lo, W. K. C.; Huff, G. S.; Preston, D.; McMorran, D. A.; Giles, G. I.; Gordon, K. C.; Crowley, J. D. Inorg. Chem. 2015, 54, 6671.
Comparison of Inverse and Regular 2-Pyridyl-1,2,3-triazole "Click" Complexes: Structures, Stability, Electrochemical, and Photophysical Properties
Inorg. Chem.
Lo, W. K. C.; Huff, G. S.; Cubanski, J. R.; Kennedy, A. D. W.; McAdam, C. J.; McMorran, D. A.; Gordon, K. C.; Crowley, J. D. Inorg. Chem. 2015, 54, 1572.
Experimental and computational investigations of oxygen reactivity in a heme and tyrosyl radical-containing fatty acid a-(di)oxygenase
Huff, G. S.; Doncheva, I. S.; Brinkley, D. W.; Angeles-Boza, A. M.; Mukherjee, A.; Cramer, C. J.; Roth, J. P. 2011, 50, 7375.
Catalytic mechanism of a heme and tyrosyl radical-containing fatty acid a-(di)oxygenase
J. Am. Chem. Soc.
Mukherjee, A.; Angeles-Boza, A. M.; Huff, G. S.; Roth, J. P. J. Am. Chem. Soc. 2011, 133, 227.
Skills
Spectroscopy
Fluorescence, UV-Vis-NIR, FT-IR, XPS, Raman.
Analytical Methods
Karl Fischer, AA (Atomic Absorption), ICP-OES (Inductively Coupled Plasma - Optical Emission Spectrometry), HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography), GC/MS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry), Carbon/Sulfur analysis, Quality Control (QC), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).