Susarla joined ASU in fall 2022. She has expertise in the area of electron microscopy where explores the structure-property relationship in quantum and semiconducting materials.

Structure/function of nanominerals (sulfide); anoxygenic photosynthesis; sulfur-cycling bacteria; microbe-nanomineral interactions (e- transfer); biogenic nanostructures; coupled S, N, &C cycles in natural/engineered systems

Umberto Celano's research interests lie at the intersection of condensed matter physics, semiconductor technology, and materials analysis, with a focus on nanoelectronics.

Stroud is a planetary scientist and materials physicist interested in the formation and evolution of nanomaterials in astrophysical and laboratory environments. She serves as director of the Buseck Center for Meteorite Studies.

Simon's research on the synthesis and processing of stimuli-responsive materials focuses on new approaches to impart sustainability and function to macromolecular architectures through rational design.