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Keisha B. Walters
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Federal Grant PI
High Impact
Professor/Department Head
Also affiliated: Bharat Petroleum (India) (1994); Norman Regional Hospital (2019); Sealed Air (United States) (2003); Shell (Netherlands) (1993); Clemson University (2002–2007); University of Oklahoma (2016–2022); Mississippi State University (2006–2020)
Faculty Researcher
23 h-index
106 pubs
1,780 cited
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Biography and Research Information
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Keisha B. Walters' research program focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and application of polymers, hydrogels, and nanoparticles. Her work investigates stimuli-responsive materials, such as hydrogels designed for expansion microscopy and controlled release of bioactive compounds. She also studies the enhancement of material properties through the incorporation of nanomaterials, including graphene and silica nanoparticles, for applications in nanocomposites and drug delivery.
Her research group has explored the development of functional polymers, including poly(ionic liquids) and polymers synthesized via controlled radical polymerization techniques. The group also develops analytical models for fluid dynamics, such as those involving ferrofluids. Walters' broader interests include fundamental and applied research, with her laboratory sponsored by agencies including NSF, DOE, and DOD, as well as industry partners.
In addition to her research, Walters serves as Department Head and Professor in the Ralph E. Martin Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Arkansas. She is also involved in STEM outreach initiatives and serves on the editorial boards for Scientific Reports and PNAS Nexus.
Metrics
- h-index: 23
- Publications: 106
- Citations: 1,780
Selected Publications
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Magnetically recoverable nano-adsorbents for dual removal of organic dyes and heavy metals from aqueous media (2026)
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Valorization of Rice Bran for Functional Bioplastic Fabrication Using Plasma-Activated Water (2025)
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Improving Water‐Based Ink Adhesion on Commercial Polymers by Corona Treatment (2025)
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Novel electroactive polymer actuators using all-polyelectrolyte poly(ionic liquid) ionogels (2025)
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Aminated Phenolated Lignin for Effective Anionic Dye Removal for Water Remediation (2025)
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Synthesis and Characterization of Temperature- and pH-Responsive PIA-b-PNIPAM@Fe3O4 Nanocomposites (2025)
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Novel Electroactive Polymer Actuators Using All-Polyelectrolyte Poly(Ionic Liquid) Ionogels (2025)
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Cellulose nanocrystal-based hydrogel microspheres prepared via electrohydrodynamic processes for controlled release of bioactive compounds (2025)
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Experimental and modeling approaches to determine drug diffusion coefficients in artificial mucus (2024)
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Hydrogen-peroxide intercalated expanded graphite facilitates large enhancement in thermal conductivity of polyetherimide/graphite nanocomposites (2024)
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Reactive Dye Wash-Off Processing of Cotton Fabrics Using Polymer Dye Transfer Inhibitors for Sustainable Dyeing (2024)
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Stimuli-Responsive Phosphate Hydrogel: A Study on Swelling Behavior, Mechanical Properties, and Application in Expansion Microscopy (2024)
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Microstructural Evaluation of the Effects of Aggregate Type, Aging, and Additives on the Moisture Susceptibility of Binder–Aggregate Systems Using Chemical and Thermodynamic Approaches (2024)
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Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyetherimide/Graphite Nanocomposites (2024)
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Novel Poly(Ionic Liquid) Ionogels as Electroactive Polymer Actuators (2024)
Federal Grants 1 $159,940 total
Collaboration Network
Top Collaborators
Kayla Foley
Mississippi State University
12 shared publications
In database
- Chemically Edge-Carboxylated Graphene Enhances the Thermal Conductivity of Polyetherimide–Graphene Nanocomposites
- Stimuli-Responsive Phosphate Hydrogel: A Study on Swelling Behavior, Mechanical Properties, and Application in Expansion Microscopy
- Influence of metal-coordinating comonomers on the coordination structure and binding in magnetic poly(ionic liquid)s
- Cellulose nanocrystal-based hydrogel microspheres prepared via electrohydrodynamic processes for controlled release of bioactive compounds
- Solution and Film Self-Assembly Behavior of a Block Copolymer Composed of a Poly(ionic Liquid) and a Stimuli-Responsive Weak Polyelectrolyte
Showing 5 of 12 shared publications
Fatema Tarannum
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
8 shared publications
In database
- Chemically Edge-Carboxylated Graphene Enhances the Thermal Conductivity of Polyetherimide–Graphene Nanocomposites
- Stimuli-Responsive Phosphate Hydrogel: A Study on Swelling Behavior, Mechanical Properties, and Application in Expansion Microscopy
- Reactive Dye Wash-Off Processing of Cotton Fabrics Using Polymer Dye Transfer Inhibitors for Sustainable Dyeing
- Synthesis of phosphate hydrogels with excellent swelling behavior prepared by ascorbic acid -mediated ARGET ATRP
- Synthesis and Characterization of Temperature- and pH-Responsive PIA-b-PNIPAM@Fe3O4 Nanocomposites
Showing 5 of 8 shared publications
Collin Britten
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
7 shared publications
In database
- Stimuli-Responsive Phosphate Hydrogel: A Study on Swelling Behavior, Mechanical Properties, and Application in Expansion Microscopy
- Facile Synthesis of Tertiary Amine Pendant Polymers by Cu<sup>0</sup>-Mediated ATRP under Aqueous Conditions
- Synthesis of phosphate hydrogels with excellent swelling behavior prepared by ascorbic acid -mediated ARGET ATRP
- Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
- Investigating the Impact of Solid-Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
Showing 5 of 7 shared publications
Darrell Gregory
Oklahoma State University Oklahoma City (US)
4 shared publications
- Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
- Investigating the Impact of Solid-Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
- Investigating the Impact of Solid-Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
- Cover Feature: Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes (ChemElectroChem 4/2022)
Ömer Özgür Çapraz
Oklahoma State University Oklahoma City (US)
4 shared publications
- Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
- Investigating the Impact of Solid-Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
- Investigating the Impact of Solid-Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
- Cover Feature: Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes (ChemElectroChem 4/2022)
Brandon Abbott
University of Oklahoma (US)
3 shared publications
- Experimental and modeling approaches to determine drug diffusion coefficients in artificial mucus
- Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
- Cover Feature: Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes (ChemElectroChem 4/2022)
Swapneel Danayat
University of Oklahoma (US)
3 shared publications
- Chemically Edge-Carboxylated Graphene Enhances the Thermal Conductivity of Polyetherimide–Graphene Nanocomposites
- Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyethermide/Graphite Nanocomposites
- Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyetherimide/Graphite Nanocomposites
Jivtesh Garg
University of Oklahoma (US)
3 shared publications
- Chemically Edge-Carboxylated Graphene Enhances the Thermal Conductivity of Polyetherimide–Graphene Nanocomposites
- Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyethermide/Graphite Nanocomposites
- Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyetherimide/Graphite Nanocomposites
Batuhan Bal
Oklahoma State University (US)
2 shared publications
- Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
- Cover Feature: Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes (ChemElectroChem 4/2022)
Bertan Özdoğru
Oklahoma State University (US)
2 shared publications
- Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes
- Cover Feature: Impact of the Solid‐Electrolyte Interface on Dendrite Formation: A Case Study Based on Zinc Metal Electrodes (ChemElectroChem 4/2022)
Avinash Singh Nayal
University of Oklahoma (US)
2 shared publications
- Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyethermide/Graphite Nanocomposites
- Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyetherimide/Graphite Nanocomposites
Zarin Mona Tasnim
University of Oklahoma (US)
2 shared publications
- Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyethermide/Graphite Nanocomposites
- Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyetherimide/Graphite Nanocomposites
Roshan Annam
University of Oklahoma (US)
2 shared publications
- Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyethermide/Graphite Nanocomposites
- Hydrogen-Peroxide Intercalated Expanded Graphite Facilitates Large Enhancement in Thermal Conductivity of Polyetherimide/Graphite Nanocomposites
Yokly Leng
University of Oklahoma (US)
2 shared publications
- Stimuli-Responsive Phosphate Hydrogel: A Study on Swelling Behavior, Mechanical Properties, and Application in Expansion Microscopy
- Synthesis of phosphate hydrogels with excellent swelling behavior prepared by ascorbic acid -mediated ARGET ATRP
Iwei Chui
Mississippi State University (US)
2 shared publications
- Novel Poly(Ionic Liquid) Ionogels as Electroactive Polymer Actuators
- Novel Electroactive Polymer Actuators Using All-Polyelectrolyte Poly(Ionic Liquid) Ionogels
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