Timothy Lou is a highly educated and experienced material scientist with a passion for nanomaterials. He received his BS in Chemistry from Pennsylvania State University in 2022 and went on to earn his MS in Material Science & Engineering in Nanomaterials from Boston University in 2025. During his time in graduate school, Timothy worked as a Graduate Student Researcher at the Reinhard Lab, where he conducted research on the development and characterization of new hybrid nanostructures. After completing his graduate studies, Timothy joined Xheme Inc as an Application Engineer, where he applied his knowledge and skills in material science to develop new products and solutions for their clients. He also gained industry experience as a Material Scientist Intern at SpadXTech, conducting research and development on advanced materials for electronic devices. Prior to his graduate studies, Timothy gained research experience as an Undergraduate Researcher at Penn State University in the Lear Group, where he studied the synthesis and characterization of metal-organic frameworks. Additionally, he has worked as a Chemistry Lab Technician at the United States Secret Service. Timothy's extensive education and experience in material science and engineering make him a valuable asset in any organization. He is highly skilled in conducting research, analyzing data, and developing new materials and technologies. He is also a strong communicator and problem-solver, able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals. In his free time, Timothy enjoys hiking, playing tennis, and volunteering in STEM outreach programs to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.

Timothy Lou

Materials Scientist | Nanomaterial Synthesis & Polymer Characterization for Sustainability

About

Education

Boston University

MS in Material Science & Engineering, Nanomaterials / August, 2025

Boston

Pennsylvania State University

BS in Chemistry, Chemistry / May, 2022

University Park, PA

Experience

Xheme Inc

Application Engineer / August, 2025 — January, 2026

Conducted dissolved oxygen and tensile strength testing to characterize XMA films and presented data-driven recommendations that guided material selection to project stakeholders. Designed and executed experiments for NSF- and NASA-funded projects in alignment with ASTM and ISO standards; authored SOPs to ensure reproducibility.

Boston University - Reinhard Lab

Graduate Student Researcher / August, 2024 — July, 2025

Completed thesis research on hybrid nanostructure synthesis; performed dark-field spectroscopy and FDTD simulations as well as document protocols and results. Executed experiments in wet-chemistry and cleanroom environments.

SpadXTech

Material Scientist Intern / May, 2024 — August, 2024

Characterized physical mechanical and chemical properties of cellulose-based insulation against target specifications. Authored concise test reports and partnered with cross-functional teams to share findings troubleshoot issues and advance project timelines. Developed a novel tensile testing protocol; fabricated standardized samples at a makerspace.

United States Secret Service

Chemistry Lab Technician / May, 2023 — August, 2023

Drafted a validation protocol for toner extraction from inkpaper evidence; coordinated procurement of ink samples from domestic and international manufacturers. Troubleshot lab 3D printers; obtained interim security clearance from DHS.

Avantor Science & EPL Archives

Biorepository Technician / August, 2022 — January, 2023

Used LabTrak (LIMS) for inventory process and maintenance of research materials including biological specimens test articles temperature-critical items and paper records. Streamlined verification and recording of client shipments while adhering to SOPs and laboratory requirements.

Penn State University - Lear Group

Undergraduate Researcher / February, 2020 — May, 2022

Collaborated with PhD researchers to synthesize gold nanoparticles on benchtop and in fume hoods. Independently investigated the non-stoichiometric ligand-exchange preferences in AuNPs using 1H-NMR spectroscopy and FTIR.

U.S. Naval Research Laboratory

Intern / May, 2021 — August, 2021

Improved existing code to demonstrate quantum entanglement for quantum circuits in collaboration with Dr. Daniel Gunlycke using Qiskit and Python

Penn State University - LaJeunesse Lab

Research Lab Assistant / June, 2021 — July, 2021

Prepared coral samples via decalcification; performed assays and algal culture transfers using aseptic technique. Conducted algal cell counts and maintained an organized sample database to support PhD research.

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