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Karen Gleason is an American chemical engineer and professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She is known for her foundational research in the field of materials science, specifically pioneering the technique of chemically vapor deposited (CVD) polymers. Her work has enabled the creation of ultrathin, conformal polymer films for applications in flexible electronics and waterproof coatings. In recognition of her contributions, she was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 2015.
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Who is Karen Gleason?
Karen Gleason is an American chemical engineer and MIT professor emerita. Her research focuses on chemical vapor deposition, membranes, organic surfaces, and thin polymer films. [MIT profile](https://cheme.mit.edu/profile/karen-k-gleason/)
What does chemical vapor deposition mean in Karen Gleason's work?
Chemical vapor deposition, or CVD, creates a material coating from chemicals delivered in vapor form. Gleason applied the method to make thin polymer films for specialized surfaces and devices.
What are iCVD and oCVD in the Gleason laboratory?
iCVD means initiated chemical vapor deposition, while oCVD means oxidative chemical vapor deposition. The Gleason laboratory uses both methods to deposit functional, conducting, and dielectric polymers.
Where can Karen Gleason's polymer research be used?
Her group's work has applications in sensors, biotechnology, microelectronics, microfluidics, membranes, and composite materials. The research connects chemical engineering with real device surfaces rather than only bulk plastics.
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