Years of Research and Development Experience
Graham Beaton, Ph.D.
Photochemist
Nashua,NH
Summary
Photochemist with 10+ years in Research and Development, specializing in photophysical chemistry and light-matter interactions. Proven track record in advancing light activated synthesis and photonic materials. Collaboration-driven, team-focused, and innovative problem solver. Committed to driving organizational success through technical expertise, adaptability, and a joy for communicating science
Overview
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Peer-reviewed publications
Work History
Chemical Patent Examiner – Batteries & Fuel Cells
United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Nashua (Remote), NH
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Executed comprehensive prior art searches and technical analyses centered on materials chemistry aspects of fuel cell technologies.
- Drafted and issued legally binding Office Actions, articulating complex scientific reasoning to applicants, legal counsel, and R&D professionals.
Staff Scientist (Materials Chemistry Team)
Ambient Photonics Incorporated
Lowell, Massachusetts
02.2023 - 03.2025
- Formulated electrolyte compound chemistry for second generation photovoltaic cells
- Designed and scaled synthesis of titania nanomaterial electrodes, enhancing device performance.
- Conducted risk assessments and ensured compliance with DOT chemical waste regulations as Environmental Health and Safety Hazmat officer.
Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Carbon to Metal Coating Institute - Queen’s University
Kingston, Canada
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Tailored photochemical synthesis of silver and gold nanoclusters, tuning photophysical properties with varied ligands.
- Facilitated knowledge transfer in materials chemistry among over 10 team members, enhancing research outcomes.
Research Fellow - Materials for Advanced Photonics
Queen’s University, Natural Sciences & Engineering Research Council
Kingston, Canada
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Designed and synthesized new photocatalysts to enhance widely used catalytic systems
- Created new optical chemical sensors with advanced durability and activity
- Provided photochemical and mechanistic insights into chromophore chemistry via spectroscopy
Special Education Paraeducator
Oyster River High School
Durham, NH
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Incorporated grades 9-12 science and math curricula into special education classroom for caseload of 7 students.
- Varsity Track and Field Assistant Coach.
Education
Ph.D. - Materials Chemistry
Queen’s University
Kingston, Ontario, CA09-2022
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH05-2017
Skills
- Materials science
- Materials characterization
- Experimental design
- Chemical synthesis
- Literature review
- Effective scientific communication
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Photonics
- Nanomaterials
- Project management
Publications
- Gold Nanoparticle Decorated Filter Papers as Hydrovoltaic Devices. G. C. Beaton, R. Kumar, N. Neokleous, G. Liu, K. Stamplecoskie. Sustainable Energy & Fuels. 2022.
- Tuning the Functionalization of Graphite for Hydrovoltaic Power Generation. R. Kumar, G. C. Beaton, G. Kay, G. Liu, K. Stamplecoskie. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces 2022.
- Tailorable Silver Nanoparticle on Alumina Films for Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy and Detection of Pesticides G. C. Beaton, Y. Bdour, C. Escobedo, K. Stamplecoskie. ACS Applied Nano Materials 2022.
- Al2O3 Anchored Silver and Gold Nanoparticles as Accessible, Stable and Re-usable Catalysts. G. C. Beaton, J. M. Zacks, K. Stamplecoskie. Colloids & Surfaces A. 2022.
- Shape Control of Silver Nanoparticles and Their Stability on Al2O3. G. C. Beaton, A. Bottomley, D. Prezgot, A. Ianoul, K. Stamplecoskie. Journal of Materials Chemistry C. 2020.
- Hybrid Plasmonic Metasurface as Enhanced Raman Hot-Spots for Pesticide Detection at Ultralow Concentrations. Y. Bdour, G.C. Beaton, K. Stamplecoskie, C. Escobedo. Chemical Communications 2023
- Surface Plasmon Resonance Active Nanosupport in Photocatalysis: A Comparative Study with Three Photocatalysts. A. Gelle, G. C. Beaton, K. Stamplecoskie, Z. Amara, A. Moores. (In preparation, Jan. 2023).
Certification
- USDOT Hazardous Materials 49 CFR Certification (2024)
- Queen's Chemistry International Student Award (2018-2022)
- ACS Inorganic Chemistry Award (2017)
- UNH Interdisciplinary Science & Engineering Symposium Award (2017)
- UNH Ford Scientific Excellence in Writing Award (2017)
- Emergency Medical Technician -McGregor Institute of EMS (EMT-B) (2013)
Timeline
Chemical Patent Examiner – Batteries & Fuel Cells
United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
05.2024 - 09.2025
Staff Scientist (Materials Chemistry Team)
Ambient Photonics Incorporated
02.2023 - 03.2025
Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Carbon to Metal Coating Institute - Queen’s University
09.2022 - 02.2023
Research Fellow - Materials for Advanced Photonics
Queen’s University, Natural Sciences & Engineering Research Council
09.2018 - 09.2022
Special Education Paraeducator
Oyster River High School
09.2017 - 07.2018
Ph.D. - Materials Chemistry
Queen’s University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of New Hampshire
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