Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Jacob W Smith"
- Jacob W. Smith's recent research focuses on environmental surveillance, particularly the identification of SARS-CoV-2 variants in indoor dust, highlighting innovative approaches to monitor circulating viral variants to enhance public health decisions.
- He employs advanced techniques such as X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) to investigate complex interactions in liquid systems, including hydrogen bonding in water-alcohol mixtures and the hydration properties of nitrate and nitrite ions.
- His work also explores the structural properties of lithium-ion battery electrolytes and their implications for improving battery technology, indicating a strong intersection of environmental science and materials chemistry in his research agenda.