Benjamin J. Wiley

Benjamin J. Wiley is a Professor of Chemistry at Duke University, affiliated with the Chemistry department. His research focuses on the synthesis of nanomaterials through controlled atomic assembly in solution, with applications in medicine, catalysis, plasmonics, and electronics. Wiley's group aims to precisely control the size, shape, and composition of nanomaterials to investigate their properties and develop cost-effective methods for real-world applications. His work includes the design of synthetic aerosol particles with asymmetric scattering behavior and the exploration of nanomaterials for biomedical and technological uses. Wiley is also involved in research related to counseling and sexual orientation in counseling research.

Benjamin Wiley is a Professor of Chemistry at Duke University, specializing in nanomaterials. His research focuses on the synthesis and properties of metal nanostructures, including silver, gold, and palladium. Wiley's work explores shape-controlled synthesis methods to achieve precise control over nanostructure morphology, which influences their optical and electronic properties. His research includes the development of plasmonic nanoparticles, transparent conductive films, and nanoantennas for optical applications. Wiley has published extensively on the synthesis of nanocubes, nanorods, and nanowires, as well as their use in biomedical imaging and flexible electronics. His studies also address the mechanistic aspects of nanoparticle formation and their potential for large-scale applications.