EIGER ASSOCIATED FELLOW SINCE AUGUST, 2006

EDUCATION

Appalachian State University, Boone, NC
B.S., Chemistry, May 2006

ADVISOR

Professor Patricia Dove, Department of Geosciences

CURRENT RESEARCH

Deciphering biochemical controls on calcium carbonate mineralization.

Many organisms are able to biomineralize calcium carbonate (CaCO3) 
with remarkable control over size, morphology, growth rate, and 
crystal structure.  My research aims to develop a more complete 
picture of the processes involved in the formation of this important 
mineral. Specifically, I am interested in understanding the role 
played by biomolecules during calcium carbonate nucleation and growth.

CONTACT INFORMATION

maehamm6@vt.edu

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