Selected Scientific Presentations:
Oral Presentations:
60. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Rhonehouse, D. L.; Chin, G.D.; Kung, F.H.; Ewing, K.J.; Gibson, D.J.; Kim, W.; Sanghera,
J.S., “Sulfur-Rich Infrared Transmitting Polymer Fibers,” New Orleans, LA, Sept. 2023
59. American Chemical Society – PMSE Division
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Rhonehouse, D. L.; Chin, G.D.; Kung, F.H.; Ewing, K.J.; Gibson, D.J.; Kim, W.; Sanghera,
J.S., “Sulfur-Rich Infrared Transmitting Polymer Fibers,” San Francisco, CA, Aug. 2023
58. Lloyd N. Ferguson Distinguished Lecture - Cal State LA
Boyd, D.A., “Be Stellar, Keep Striving!,” Distinguished Lecturer Presentation, California State University, Los Angeles, March
2023
57. Lloyd N. Ferguson Distinguished Lecture - Cal State LA
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Invited Talk, California State University, Los Angeles, March 2023
56. Mid-Hudson ACS Research Symposium
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Virtual Conference, April 2022
55. Cabrini College
Boyd, D.A., “A Career In The Chemical Sciences,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, April 2022
54. ACS VA YCC - NOBCChE Diversity and Inclusion/Professional Development Workshop
Boyd, D.A., “A Career In The Chemical Sciences,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, April 2022
53. Stony Brook College
Boyd, D.A., “Slime, Polymers & The Future of Polymer Education,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, Jan. 2022
52. Stony Brook College
Boyd, D.A., “A Career In The Chemical Sciences,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, Jan. 2022
51. PACIFICHEM – Sulfur Rush Series
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Virtual Conference, Dec. 2021
50. Materials Science & Technology-21 Meeting
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Virtual Conference, Oct. 2021
49. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A., “Slime, Polymers & The Future of Polymer Education,” Virtual Presentation, Sept. 2021
48. American Chemical Society – History Division
Boyd, D.A., "The Importance of Mentorship and Science Outreach to the Next Generation,” Invited Talk, Virtual
Conference, Aug. 2021
47. OSA Novel Optical Materials & Applications (NOMA)
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Virtual Conference, July 2021
46. University of Florida – Dept. of Chemistry – POLY/PMSE Seminar
Boyd, D.A., “Slime, Polymers & The Future of Polymer Education,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, May 2021
45. Franklin & Marshall College
Boyd, D.A., “A Career In The Chemical Sciences,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, May 2021
44. American Chemical Society – POLY Division
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Virtual Conference, March 2021
43. MIT – Johnson Group Seminar Series
Boyd, D.A., “Slime, Polymers & The Future of Polymer Education,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, Feb. 2021
42. American Chemical Society - Chicago Section Meeting
Boyd, D.A., “Introducing STEM to Elementary-Aged Children,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, Oct. 2020
41. University of Akron – Polymer Advanced Materials Lecture Series
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication
of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Invited Talk, Akron, OH, Feb. 2020
40. College of William & Mary – Chemistry Dept.
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication
of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Invited Talk, Williamsburg, VA, Jan. 2020
39. American University – Chemistry Dept.
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication
of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Invited Talk, Washington, DC, Oct. 2019
38. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor – Chemistry Aligned with Life and Career at the University of Michigan
Boyd, D.A.; Stewart, M.H.; Susumu, K.; Oh, E.; Wissman, J., Brown, C.G.; McClain, C.C., “Photopolymerization of Thiol-yne
Polymers For Use in Additive Manufacturing,” Invited Talk, Ann Arbor, MI, Sept. 2019
37. American Chemical Society – PMSE Division
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S.,
“Fabrication of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” San Diego, CA, Aug. 2019
36. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor – Chemistry Dept. – Guest Lecturer
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication
of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Invited Talk, Ann Arbor, MI, May 2019
35. SPIE Defense + Security Conference – Laser Technology for Defense and Security XV
Boyd, D.A.; Shaw, L.B.; Baker, C.C.; Rhonehouse, D.; Hunt, M.P.; Friebele, E.J.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Superhydrophobic,
Infrared Transmissive Moth Eye-like Substrates For Use In Wet Conditions,” Baltimore, MD, April 2019
34. SPIE Defense + Security Conference – Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR IV
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication of High
Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Rising Researcher Award Presentation, Baltimore, MD, April
2019
33. Radtech Big Ideas Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Stewart, M.H.; Susumu, K.; Oh, E.; Wissman, J., Brown, C.G.; McClain, C.C., “Photopolymerization of Thiol-yne
Polymers For Use in Additive Manufacturing,” Redondo Beach, CA, March 2019
32. University of Colorado, Boulder – Chemical & Biological Engineering Dept. – Guest Lecturer
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Invited Talk, Boulder, CO, Jan. 2019
31. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Stewart, M.H.; Susumu, K.; Oh, E.; Brown, C.G.; McClain, C.C.; Gorzkowski, E.P., “Fabrication of Luminescent Quantum Dot Thiol-yne Nanocomposites via UV Photopolymerization,” Orlando, FL, Sept. 2018
30. American Chemical Society – POLY Division
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Brown, C.G.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Sulfur – It’s Elemental,” C&EN Talented 12 Award Lecture, 256th Annual Meeting, Boston, MA, August 2018
29. Joint Technology Office – Program Review
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Brown, C.G.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Improved Polymer Cladding for Eye Safer High Energy Fiber Lasers,” Albuquerque, NM, June 2018
28. US Naval Research Laboratory – External Laboratory Review
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Nguyen, V.Q.; Myers, J.D.; Bowman, S.R.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Organically Modified Chalcogenide (ORMOCHALC) Polymers for Optics,” Division Selected Presenter, Washington, DC, June 2018
27. RadTech UV+EB Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Brown, C.G.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “The Development of Novel Optical Materials Using Sulfur-Based Chemistry,” Chicago, IL, May 2018
26. American Chemical Society – POLY Division
Boyd, D.A.; Stewart, M.H.; Susumu, K.; Oh, E.; Brown, C.G.; McClain, C.C.; Gorzkowski, E.P., “Fabrication of Luminescent Quantum Dot Thiol-yne Nanocomposites via UV Photopolymerization,” Invited Talk, 255th Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, March 2018
25. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Frantz, J.A.; Busse, L.E.; Kim, W.; Bayya, S.S.; Shaw, L.B.; Aggarwal, I.D.; Sanghera, J.S., “Superhydrophobic, Infrared Transmissive Moth Eye-like Substrates For Use In Wet Conditions,” Minneapolis, MN, Nov. 2017
24. Photopolymerization Fundamentals Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Synthesis and Optical Properties of Organically Modified Chalcogenide (ORMOCHALC) Polymers,” Invited Talk, Boulder, CO, Sept. 2017
23. American Chemical Society – POLY Division
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Synthesis and Optical Properties of Organically Modified Chalcogenide (ORMOCHALC) Polymers,” 254th Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, Aug. 2017
22. American Chemical Society – Colloid Division
Boyd, D.A.; Frantz, J.A.; Busse, L.E.; Kim, W.; Bayya, S.S.; Shaw, L.B.; Aggarwal, I.D.; Sanghera, J.S., “Superhydrophobic, Infrared Transmissive Moth Eye-like Substrates For Use In Wet Conditions,” Best Session Presentation Award Winner, 254th Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, Aug. 2017
21. SPIE Defense + Security Conference – Window and Dome Technologies and Materials XV
Boyd, D.A.; Frantz, J.A.; Busse, L.E.; Kim, W.; Bayya, S.S.; Aggarwal, I.D.; Sanghera, J.S., “Superhydrophobic, Infrared Transmissive Moth Eye-like Substrates For Use In Wet Conditions,” Anaheim, CA, April 2017
20. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers – NExM Regional Meeting
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Naciri, J.; Shields, A.R.; Taitt, C.R.; Hosten, C.; Ukaegbu, M.; Ligler, F.S., “Fabrication of Multifunctional Microfibers, Films and Nanocomposites via Thiol Click Chemistry,” Pittsburgh, PA, March 2017
19. University of Maryland, College Park – Chemistry Department – ACS Chapter Guest Lecturer
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S.*, “Sensing Capabilities and Optical Properties of Thiol and Sulfur Based Polymers,” Invited Talk, College Park, MD, March 2017
18. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers – Lloyd N. Ferguson Young Scientist Award Lecture
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Nguyen, V.Q.; Drake, G.A.; Bowman, S.R.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “ORMOCHALCs: Organically Modified Chalcogenide High-Refractive Index Polymers,” Award Lecture, 43th Annual National Conference, Raleigh, NC, November 2016
17. Ohio State University – Chemistry Dept. NOBCChE Lecturer
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S.*, “Sensing Capabilities and Optical Properties of Thiol and Sulfur Based Polymers,” Invited Talk, Washington, DC, October 2016
16. American Chemical Society - POLY Division – Polymer Science at the Interface of Industry, Gov't & Academics
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Nguyen, V.Q.; Drake, G.A.; Bowman, S.R.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “ORMOCHALCs: Organically Modified Chalcogenide High-Refractive Index Polymers,” 252th Annual National Conference, Philadelphia, PA, August 2016
15. George Washington University – Chemistry Dept. Colloquium
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Sensing Capabilities and Optical Properties of Thiol and Sulfur Based Polymers,” Invited Talk, Washington, DC, January 2016
14. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers – Recent Adv. in Govt. Research
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Sensing Capabilities and Optical Properties of Thiol and Sulfur Based Polymers,” Session Chair, 42th Annual National Conference, Orlando, FL, September 2015
13. American Chemical Society – POLY Division – New Synthesis and Characterization of Polymers
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Sensing Capabilities and Optical Properties of Thiol and Sulfur Based Polymers,” 250th Annual Meeting, Boston, MA, August 2015
12. Zing Conferences – Polymer Chemistry
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Shields, A.R.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Surface Molecule Sensing Via Thiol-Yne Polymers and Nanocomposites,” 4th Zing Polymer Chemistry Conference, Cancun, Mexico, December 2014
11. American Chemical Society – POLY Division – New Synthesis and Characterization of Polymers
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Ligler, F.S., “The Fabrication and Optical Properties of Novel Thiol Click Nanocomposite Polymers,” Session Chair, 248th Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA, August 2014
10. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers – Adv. Materials & Nanotechnology
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Facile Fabrication & Characterization of Thiol Click Nanocomposites,” Session Chair, 40th Annual National Conference, Indianapolis, IN,
October 2013
9. Photopolymerization Fundamentals Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “The Fabrication & Modification of Novel Thiol Click Polymer Microfibers,” Jackson, WY, September 2013
8. American Chemical Society – POLY Division – LISTEN!!!
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Microfluidic Fabrication and Modification of Thiol Click Polymer Fibers,” 246th Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, IN, September 2013
7. Gordon Research Seminar – Polymers
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Fabrication and Modification of Thiol Click Polymer Microfibers,” Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA, June 2013
6. Western Michigan University, Chemistry Seminar
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Modifiable Thiol Click Fibers Fabricated Via Hydrodynamic Focusing,” Invited Talk, Kalamazoo, MI, November 2012
5. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers – Materials Science
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Modifiable Thiol Click Fibers Fabricated Via Hydrodynamic Focusing,” 39th Annual National Conference, Washington, DC, September 2012
4. Naval Research Laboratory Postdoctoral Colloquium Series
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Fabrication and Modification of Multifunctional Thiol Click Fibers,” Invited Talk, Washington, DC, June 2012
3. Purdue Indiana Notre Dame University (PINDU) Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Cao, Z.; Fanwick, P.E.; Song, Y.; Ren, T., “Fc-Fc Equatorial Electronic Communication Through Diruthenium Paddlewheel Complexes,” Best Oral Presentation Award Winner, PINDU Annual Inorganic Chemistry Conference, West Lafayette, Indiana, October 2010
2. Dow Chemical Company – Building Engineering and Science Talent (BEST) Symposium
Boyd, D.A.; Crutchley, R.J.; Fanwick, P.E.; Ren, T., “Fc-Fc Electronic Interaction Through Equatorial Pathways of a Diruthenium Core,” Two Minute Drill, Midland, Michigan, September 2010
1. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Crutchley, R.J.; Fanwick, P.E.; Ren, T., “Preparation and Voltammetric Study of Diruthenium Paddlewheel Complexes Bearing Equatorial Ferrocene Substituents,” 37th Annual National Conference, Atlanta, Georgia, April 2010
Poster Presentations:
11. United States Pentagon – NRL Representative
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Nguyen, V.Q.; Drake, G.A.; Myers, J.D.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Organically Modified Chalcogenides (ORMOCHALCS) for Optics,” Naval Research & Development Establishment Section 219/Naval Innovative Science & Engineering Exhibition, Arlingon, VA, April 2016
10. Zing Conferences – Polymer Chemistry
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Naciri, J.; Bezares, F.J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Thiol-Based Chemistry: A
Versatile Tool For The Production of Novel Materials,” 4th Zing Polymer Chemistry Conference, Cancun, Mexico, December 2014
9. Gordon Research Conference – Polymers
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S.*, “Fabrication and Modification of Thiol Click Polymer Microfibers,” Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, Massachusetts, June 2013
8. University of Maryland CMNS Postdoc Poster Symposium
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S.*, “Multifunctional Polymer Fibers Formed Via Thiol-Click Chemistry & Hydrodynamic Focusing,” College Park, Maryland, March 2012
7. Photopolymerization Fundamentals Meeting
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S.*, “Hierarchically
Structured Polymer Fibers,” Breckenridge, Colorado, June 2011
6. Gordon Research Conference & Seminar – Inorganic Chemistry
Boyd, D.A.; Cao, Z.; Ren, T.*, ““Synthesis and Analysis of Novel Diruthenium Paddlewheel Complexes
Peripherally Modified by Ferrocene Carboxylate Ligands,” Biddeford, Maine, June 2010
5. Purdue Indiana Notre Dame University (PINDU) Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Crutchley, R.J.; Fanwick, P.E.; Ren, T.*, “Preparation and Voltammetric Study of
Diruthenium Paddlewheel Complexes Bearing Equatorial Ferrocene Substituents,” South Bend, Indiana, November 2009
4. Proctor & Gamble Research & Technical Careers in Industry Conference (now called FIRST)
Boyd, D.A.; Ren, T.*, “Preparation Of New Diruthenium Complexes For Use As Novel Redox Probes,” Cincinnati, Ohio,
June 2009
3. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Ren, T.*, “Novel Diruthenium Bound Nucleobase Complexes: Towards Therapeutic
Detection Agents,” 36th Annual National Conference, St. Louis, Missouri, April 2009
2. Purdue Indiana Notre Dame University (PINDU) Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Ren, T.*, “Novel Diruthenium Bound Nucleobase Complexes: Towards Therapeutic
Detection Agents,” Bloomington, Indiana, November 2008
1. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Ren, T.*, “Novel Diruthenium Bound Nucleobase Complexes: Towards Therapeutic
Detection Agents,” Midwest Regional Conference, Indianapolis, Indiana, October 2008
60. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Rhonehouse, D. L.; Chin, G.D.; Kung, F.H.; Ewing, K.J.; Gibson, D.J.; Kim, W.; Sanghera,
J.S., “Sulfur-Rich Infrared Transmitting Polymer Fibers,” New Orleans, LA, Sept. 2023
59. American Chemical Society – PMSE Division
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Rhonehouse, D. L.; Chin, G.D.; Kung, F.H.; Ewing, K.J.; Gibson, D.J.; Kim, W.; Sanghera,
J.S., “Sulfur-Rich Infrared Transmitting Polymer Fibers,” San Francisco, CA, Aug. 2023
58. Lloyd N. Ferguson Distinguished Lecture - Cal State LA
Boyd, D.A., “Be Stellar, Keep Striving!,” Distinguished Lecturer Presentation, California State University, Los Angeles, March
2023
57. Lloyd N. Ferguson Distinguished Lecture - Cal State LA
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Invited Talk, California State University, Los Angeles, March 2023
56. Mid-Hudson ACS Research Symposium
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Virtual Conference, April 2022
55. Cabrini College
Boyd, D.A., “A Career In The Chemical Sciences,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, April 2022
54. ACS VA YCC - NOBCChE Diversity and Inclusion/Professional Development Workshop
Boyd, D.A., “A Career In The Chemical Sciences,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, April 2022
53. Stony Brook College
Boyd, D.A., “Slime, Polymers & The Future of Polymer Education,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, Jan. 2022
52. Stony Brook College
Boyd, D.A., “A Career In The Chemical Sciences,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, Jan. 2022
51. PACIFICHEM – Sulfur Rush Series
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Virtual Conference, Dec. 2021
50. Materials Science & Technology-21 Meeting
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Virtual Conference, Oct. 2021
49. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A., “Slime, Polymers & The Future of Polymer Education,” Virtual Presentation, Sept. 2021
48. American Chemical Society – History Division
Boyd, D.A., "The Importance of Mentorship and Science Outreach to the Next Generation,” Invited Talk, Virtual
Conference, Aug. 2021
47. OSA Novel Optical Materials & Applications (NOMA)
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Virtual Conference, July 2021
46. University of Florida – Dept. of Chemistry – POLY/PMSE Seminar
Boyd, D.A., “Slime, Polymers & The Future of Polymer Education,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, May 2021
45. Franklin & Marshall College
Boyd, D.A., “A Career In The Chemical Sciences,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, May 2021
44. American Chemical Society – POLY Division
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; Kung, F.H.; Pollard, N.A.; Myers, J.D.; McClain, C.C.; Hunt, M.P.; Gibson, D.J.; Baker, C.C.;
Clayborne, A.Z.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Comonomer Isomers Result in Varied Optical Properties Within ORMOCHALC
Polymers,” Virtual Conference, March 2021
43. MIT – Johnson Group Seminar Series
Boyd, D.A., “Slime, Polymers & The Future of Polymer Education,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, Feb. 2021
42. American Chemical Society - Chicago Section Meeting
Boyd, D.A., “Introducing STEM to Elementary-Aged Children,” Invited Talk, Virtual Presentation, Oct. 2020
41. University of Akron – Polymer Advanced Materials Lecture Series
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication
of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Invited Talk, Akron, OH, Feb. 2020
40. College of William & Mary – Chemistry Dept.
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication
of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Invited Talk, Williamsburg, VA, Jan. 2020
39. American University – Chemistry Dept.
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication
of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Invited Talk, Washington, DC, Oct. 2019
38. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor – Chemistry Aligned with Life and Career at the University of Michigan
Boyd, D.A.; Stewart, M.H.; Susumu, K.; Oh, E.; Wissman, J., Brown, C.G.; McClain, C.C., “Photopolymerization of Thiol-yne
Polymers For Use in Additive Manufacturing,” Invited Talk, Ann Arbor, MI, Sept. 2019
37. American Chemical Society – PMSE Division
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S.,
“Fabrication of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” San Diego, CA, Aug. 2019
36. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor – Chemistry Dept. – Guest Lecturer
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication
of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Invited Talk, Ann Arbor, MI, May 2019
35. SPIE Defense + Security Conference – Laser Technology for Defense and Security XV
Boyd, D.A.; Shaw, L.B.; Baker, C.C.; Rhonehouse, D.; Hunt, M.P.; Friebele, E.J.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Superhydrophobic,
Infrared Transmissive Moth Eye-like Substrates For Use In Wet Conditions,” Baltimore, MD, April 2019
34. SPIE Defense + Security Conference – Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR IV
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication of High
Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Rising Researcher Award Presentation, Baltimore, MD, April
2019
33. Radtech Big Ideas Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Stewart, M.H.; Susumu, K.; Oh, E.; Wissman, J., Brown, C.G.; McClain, C.C., “Photopolymerization of Thiol-yne
Polymers For Use in Additive Manufacturing,” Redondo Beach, CA, March 2019
32. University of Colorado, Boulder – Chemical & Biological Engineering Dept. – Guest Lecturer
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q; McClain, C.C.; Kung, F.H.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Hunt, M.P.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Fabrication of High Refractive Index, Infrared Transmitting ORMOCHALC Polymers,” Invited Talk, Boulder, CO, Jan. 2019
31. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Stewart, M.H.; Susumu, K.; Oh, E.; Brown, C.G.; McClain, C.C.; Gorzkowski, E.P., “Fabrication of Luminescent Quantum Dot Thiol-yne Nanocomposites via UV Photopolymerization,” Orlando, FL, Sept. 2018
30. American Chemical Society – POLY Division
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Brown, C.G.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Sulfur – It’s Elemental,” C&EN Talented 12 Award Lecture, 256th Annual Meeting, Boston, MA, August 2018
29. Joint Technology Office – Program Review
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Brown, C.G.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Improved Polymer Cladding for Eye Safer High Energy Fiber Lasers,” Albuquerque, NM, June 2018
28. US Naval Research Laboratory – External Laboratory Review
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Nguyen, V.Q.; Myers, J.D.; Bowman, S.R.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Organically Modified Chalcogenide (ORMOCHALC) Polymers for Optics,” Division Selected Presenter, Washington, DC, June 2018
27. RadTech UV+EB Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Brown, C.G.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “The Development of Novel Optical Materials Using Sulfur-Based Chemistry,” Chicago, IL, May 2018
26. American Chemical Society – POLY Division
Boyd, D.A.; Stewart, M.H.; Susumu, K.; Oh, E.; Brown, C.G.; McClain, C.C.; Gorzkowski, E.P., “Fabrication of Luminescent Quantum Dot Thiol-yne Nanocomposites via UV Photopolymerization,” Invited Talk, 255th Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, March 2018
25. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Frantz, J.A.; Busse, L.E.; Kim, W.; Bayya, S.S.; Shaw, L.B.; Aggarwal, I.D.; Sanghera, J.S., “Superhydrophobic, Infrared Transmissive Moth Eye-like Substrates For Use In Wet Conditions,” Minneapolis, MN, Nov. 2017
24. Photopolymerization Fundamentals Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Synthesis and Optical Properties of Organically Modified Chalcogenide (ORMOCHALC) Polymers,” Invited Talk, Boulder, CO, Sept. 2017
23. American Chemical Society – POLY Division
Boyd, D.A.; Nguyen, V.Q.; McClain, C.C.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Synthesis and Optical Properties of Organically Modified Chalcogenide (ORMOCHALC) Polymers,” 254th Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, Aug. 2017
22. American Chemical Society – Colloid Division
Boyd, D.A.; Frantz, J.A.; Busse, L.E.; Kim, W.; Bayya, S.S.; Shaw, L.B.; Aggarwal, I.D.; Sanghera, J.S., “Superhydrophobic, Infrared Transmissive Moth Eye-like Substrates For Use In Wet Conditions,” Best Session Presentation Award Winner, 254th Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, Aug. 2017
21. SPIE Defense + Security Conference – Window and Dome Technologies and Materials XV
Boyd, D.A.; Frantz, J.A.; Busse, L.E.; Kim, W.; Bayya, S.S.; Aggarwal, I.D.; Sanghera, J.S., “Superhydrophobic, Infrared Transmissive Moth Eye-like Substrates For Use In Wet Conditions,” Anaheim, CA, April 2017
20. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers – NExM Regional Meeting
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Naciri, J.; Shields, A.R.; Taitt, C.R.; Hosten, C.; Ukaegbu, M.; Ligler, F.S., “Fabrication of Multifunctional Microfibers, Films and Nanocomposites via Thiol Click Chemistry,” Pittsburgh, PA, March 2017
19. University of Maryland, College Park – Chemistry Department – ACS Chapter Guest Lecturer
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S.*, “Sensing Capabilities and Optical Properties of Thiol and Sulfur Based Polymers,” Invited Talk, College Park, MD, March 2017
18. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers – Lloyd N. Ferguson Young Scientist Award Lecture
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Nguyen, V.Q.; Drake, G.A.; Bowman, S.R.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “ORMOCHALCs: Organically Modified Chalcogenide High-Refractive Index Polymers,” Award Lecture, 43th Annual National Conference, Raleigh, NC, November 2016
17. Ohio State University – Chemistry Dept. NOBCChE Lecturer
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S.*, “Sensing Capabilities and Optical Properties of Thiol and Sulfur Based Polymers,” Invited Talk, Washington, DC, October 2016
16. American Chemical Society - POLY Division – Polymer Science at the Interface of Industry, Gov't & Academics
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Myers, J.D.; Nguyen, V.Q.; Drake, G.A.; Bowman, S.R.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “ORMOCHALCs: Organically Modified Chalcogenide High-Refractive Index Polymers,” 252th Annual National Conference, Philadelphia, PA, August 2016
15. George Washington University – Chemistry Dept. Colloquium
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Sensing Capabilities and Optical Properties of Thiol and Sulfur Based Polymers,” Invited Talk, Washington, DC, January 2016
14. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers – Recent Adv. in Govt. Research
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Sensing Capabilities and Optical Properties of Thiol and Sulfur Based Polymers,” Session Chair, 42th Annual National Conference, Orlando, FL, September 2015
13. American Chemical Society – POLY Division – New Synthesis and Characterization of Polymers
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Sensing Capabilities and Optical Properties of Thiol and Sulfur Based Polymers,” 250th Annual Meeting, Boston, MA, August 2015
12. Zing Conferences – Polymer Chemistry
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Naciri, J.; Shields, A.R.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Surface Molecule Sensing Via Thiol-Yne Polymers and Nanocomposites,” 4th Zing Polymer Chemistry Conference, Cancun, Mexico, December 2014
11. American Chemical Society – POLY Division – New Synthesis and Characterization of Polymers
Boyd, D.A.; Bezares, F.J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Ligler, F.S., “The Fabrication and Optical Properties of Novel Thiol Click Nanocomposite Polymers,” Session Chair, 248th Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA, August 2014
10. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers – Adv. Materials & Nanotechnology
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Facile Fabrication & Characterization of Thiol Click Nanocomposites,” Session Chair, 40th Annual National Conference, Indianapolis, IN,
October 2013
9. Photopolymerization Fundamentals Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “The Fabrication & Modification of Novel Thiol Click Polymer Microfibers,” Jackson, WY, September 2013
8. American Chemical Society – POLY Division – LISTEN!!!
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Microfluidic Fabrication and Modification of Thiol Click Polymer Fibers,” 246th Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, IN, September 2013
7. Gordon Research Seminar – Polymers
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Fabrication and Modification of Thiol Click Polymer Microfibers,” Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA, June 2013
6. Western Michigan University, Chemistry Seminar
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Modifiable Thiol Click Fibers Fabricated Via Hydrodynamic Focusing,” Invited Talk, Kalamazoo, MI, November 2012
5. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers – Materials Science
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Modifiable Thiol Click Fibers Fabricated Via Hydrodynamic Focusing,” 39th Annual National Conference, Washington, DC, September 2012
4. Naval Research Laboratory Postdoctoral Colloquium Series
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Fabrication and Modification of Multifunctional Thiol Click Fibers,” Invited Talk, Washington, DC, June 2012
3. Purdue Indiana Notre Dame University (PINDU) Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Cao, Z.; Fanwick, P.E.; Song, Y.; Ren, T., “Fc-Fc Equatorial Electronic Communication Through Diruthenium Paddlewheel Complexes,” Best Oral Presentation Award Winner, PINDU Annual Inorganic Chemistry Conference, West Lafayette, Indiana, October 2010
2. Dow Chemical Company – Building Engineering and Science Talent (BEST) Symposium
Boyd, D.A.; Crutchley, R.J.; Fanwick, P.E.; Ren, T., “Fc-Fc Electronic Interaction Through Equatorial Pathways of a Diruthenium Core,” Two Minute Drill, Midland, Michigan, September 2010
1. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Crutchley, R.J.; Fanwick, P.E.; Ren, T., “Preparation and Voltammetric Study of Diruthenium Paddlewheel Complexes Bearing Equatorial Ferrocene Substituents,” 37th Annual National Conference, Atlanta, Georgia, April 2010
Poster Presentations:
11. United States Pentagon – NRL Representative
Boyd, D.A.; Baker, C.C.; Nguyen, V.Q.; Drake, G.A.; Myers, J.D.; Kim, W.; Sanghera, J.S., “Organically Modified Chalcogenides (ORMOCHALCS) for Optics,” Naval Research & Development Establishment Section 219/Naval Innovative Science & Engineering Exhibition, Arlingon, VA, April 2016
10. Zing Conferences – Polymer Chemistry
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Naciri, J.; Bezares, F.J.; Pacardo, D.B.; Ligler, F.S., “Thiol-Based Chemistry: A
Versatile Tool For The Production of Novel Materials,” 4th Zing Polymer Chemistry Conference, Cancun, Mexico, December 2014
9. Gordon Research Conference – Polymers
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S.*, “Fabrication and Modification of Thiol Click Polymer Microfibers,” Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, Massachusetts, June 2013
8. University of Maryland CMNS Postdoc Poster Symposium
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Fontana, J.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S.*, “Multifunctional Polymer Fibers Formed Via Thiol-Click Chemistry & Hydrodynamic Focusing,” College Park, Maryland, March 2012
7. Photopolymerization Fundamentals Meeting
Boyd, D.A.; Shields, A.R.; Naciri, J.; Spillmann, C.M.; Howell, P.B.; Ligler, F.S.*, “Hierarchically
Structured Polymer Fibers,” Breckenridge, Colorado, June 2011
6. Gordon Research Conference & Seminar – Inorganic Chemistry
Boyd, D.A.; Cao, Z.; Ren, T.*, ““Synthesis and Analysis of Novel Diruthenium Paddlewheel Complexes
Peripherally Modified by Ferrocene Carboxylate Ligands,” Biddeford, Maine, June 2010
5. Purdue Indiana Notre Dame University (PINDU) Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Crutchley, R.J.; Fanwick, P.E.; Ren, T.*, “Preparation and Voltammetric Study of
Diruthenium Paddlewheel Complexes Bearing Equatorial Ferrocene Substituents,” South Bend, Indiana, November 2009
4. Proctor & Gamble Research & Technical Careers in Industry Conference (now called FIRST)
Boyd, D.A.; Ren, T.*, “Preparation Of New Diruthenium Complexes For Use As Novel Redox Probes,” Cincinnati, Ohio,
June 2009
3. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Ren, T.*, “Novel Diruthenium Bound Nucleobase Complexes: Towards Therapeutic
Detection Agents,” 36th Annual National Conference, St. Louis, Missouri, April 2009
2. Purdue Indiana Notre Dame University (PINDU) Conference
Boyd, D.A.; Ren, T.*, “Novel Diruthenium Bound Nucleobase Complexes: Towards Therapeutic
Detection Agents,” Bloomington, Indiana, November 2008
1. National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers
Boyd, D.A.; Ren, T.*, “Novel Diruthenium Bound Nucleobase Complexes: Towards Therapeutic
Detection Agents,” Midwest Regional Conference, Indianapolis, Indiana, October 2008