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Comment: The subject of this article has some remarkable achievements, but the sourcing is not sufficient for a biographical article. The sources are either not about the subject (instead talking about his invention or simply confirming he got a CAREER award), or are not independent (the Nevada Today pieces). Coverage needs to be independent and significantly cover the individual, not the research/products. WeirdNAnnoyed (talk) 23:04, 2 August 2025 (UTC)
Christopher J. Barile | |
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| Born | 1989 |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Stanford University (B.S., M.S.), University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign (Ph.D.) |
| Known for | Dynamic windows, CO₂ electroreduction, Nitrate reduction |
| Awards | NSF CAREER Award (2021), UNR Early Career Innovator (2021), UNR Established Innovator (2025) |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Electrochemistry, Materials Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry |
| Institutions | University of Nevada, Reno |
Christopher J. Barile (born 1989) is an American chemist and the Clemons–Magee Endowed Professor of Chemistry at the University of Nevada, Reno. His research focuses on electrochemistry, materials chemistry, and inorganic chemistry, with an emphasis on developing sustainable energy and environmental technologies.
Education and career
[edit]Barile received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in chemistry from Stanford University in 2011.[1] He completed his Ph.D. in chemistry at the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign in 2015. He subsequently worked as a postdoctoral scholar at Stanford in the laboratory of Michael McGehee from 2015 to 2017.
Barile joined the faculty at the University of Nevada, Reno in 2017, where he currently holds an endowed professorship. He has received multiple awards for innovation and early-career achievement.
Research
[edit]Barile leads a research group focused on two major themes: dynamic window technology and electrocatalytic environmental remediation.
Dynamic windows
[edit]Barile's group develops dynamic windows based on reversible metal electrodeposition.[2][3][4] These windows allow electronic control of visible light and heat transmission, offering potential energy savings of up to 10% for buildings. His team focuses on improving the performance, stability, and cost-effectiveness of these systems through new electrolytes and deposition materials.
CO₂ and nitrate electrocatalysis
[edit]Barile also investigates electrocatalytic processes to convert carbon dioxide into fuels such as methane, methanol, and n-propanol, as well as the reduction of nitrate. His group explores polymer-modified and monolayer-modified surfaces and catalyst design strategies to improve selectivity and efficiency. His research in this area was recognized by the National Science Foundation CAREER award in 2021.[5]
Awards and honors
[edit]- 2021 – NSF CAREER Award[6]
- 2021 – UNR Foundation Early Career Innovator Award[7]
- 2025 – UNR Foundation Established Innovator Award[8]
Patents and commercialization
[edit]Barile is listed as an inventor on multiple U.S. patent applications related to dynamic window electrolytes and electrodeposition control. His work contributed to the founding of Tynt Technologies,[9] a startup company focused on commercializing electrochemical window technologies.
Selected publications
[edit]Barile has authored peer-reviewed publications in journals such as Nature Energy, Joule and Angewandte Chemie, covering topics including zinc electrodeposition, electrolyte design, and CO₂ electroreduction.
Outreach and other work
[edit]Barile is also active in public science education and academic outreach. He and his spouse, Elizabeth Barile, co-authored a hiking guidebook titled Base Camp Reno: 101 Hikes from Sage to Snow.[10]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Christopher J. Barile". Chemistry Tree.
- ^ "A window that darkens on demand could shine at saving energy". Nature. 567 (7746): 9. 2019. doi:10.1038/d41586-019-00658-0.
- ^ "This smart window uses electricity to quickly change from clear to dark". Popular Science. 9 August 2017.
- ^ "Smart window prototypes can go dark in seconds". Axios. 10 August 2017.
- ^ "2021 CHE Career Awardees" (PDF). National Science Foundation.
- ^ "NSF CAREER award recipient Christopher Barile explores chemical reactions central to renewable energy and environmental technologies". Nevada Today.
- ^ "Christopher Barile employs electrochemistry, inorganic chemistry, and materials chemistry in the fight against climate change". Nevada Today.
- ^ "Clemons-Magee Endowed Professor in Chemistry Chris Barile named 2025 Foundation Established Innovator". Nevada Today.
- ^ "2023 BTO Peer Review – Tynt Technologies – Dynamic Windows" (PDF). U.S. Department of Energy.
- ^ "Base Camp Reno Authors". Base Camp Guides.
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[edit]Notes
[edit]Category:Living people Category:1989 births Category:American chemists Category:Electrochemists Category:University of Nevada, Reno faculty Category:University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign alumni Category:Stanford University alumni