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Colton Sheehan
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with Specialization in Materials Science
Research Professor: Professor Sen Zhang
Biography
Colton Sheehan is from Farmville, Virginia and graduated from Prince Edward County High School. He will be graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a specialization in Materials Science, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Physics and a Minor in Math.
Colton has been a member of Dr. Sen Zhang's lab since his second year. His work focuses on the development of novel synthesis methods for various nanomaterials. The functionality of these nanomaterials as catalysts of energy conversion reactions using electrochemical analysis. Colton hopes his research will help propel society to a sustainable energy future.
Outside of lab, Colton is involved with volunteering through Madison House and a local nonprofit, called Code Ana. In his free time, he likes to jog, spend time with friends, and watch Netflix. After graduation, he will attend graduate school in pursuit of a PhD in Materials Science.