At the Hovish Research Laboratory, we design materials from atom to application to tackle critical global challenges. Our primary research thrust focuses on developing functional thin films and nanomaterials to address the climate crisis, which we view as the defining challenge of our generation. Overcoming this crisis demands bold, creative efforts from scientists and engineers alike, and our work seeks to rise to this call.
We leverage scalable manufacturing techniques such as electrochemical synthesis, solution processing, and atmospheric pressure plasma methods to ensure our innovations are not only impactful but also deployable at scale. Our goal is to design materials that accelerate adoption curves, bridging the gap between laboratory breakthroughs and real-world solutions. To achieve this, we employ state-of-the-art characterization tools—including electron microscopy, x-ray scattering, and spectroscopic analysis—to unravel the structure of materials across atomic, microstructural, and macroscopic length scales.
We are a brand new lab at the University of Kentucky, which means we are building! Through our research, we aim to contribute to a more sustainable future while inspiring and training the next generation of scientists and engineers. We have opportunities for undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers. We will update this webpage regularly to keep you updated on our progress. Join us on our journey to innovate, collaborate, and make an impact!
Please contact Dr. Michael Hovish at michael.hovish@uky.edu for more information.
