GROUP MEMBERS
ADAM PRINTZ
Principal Investigator
Adam earned his B.S. in finance at the University of Maryland, College Park before returning to school to pursue engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Nanoengineering at the University of California, San Diego. There, he worked in the lab of Prof. Darren Lipomi, focusing on the co-optimization of the mechanical compliance and electronic performance of polymer-based solar cells. This work was awarded the Chancellor's Dissertation Medal for the Jacobs School of Engineering, the highest honor bestowed upon graduating doctoral students. He then completed his postdoctoral work at Stanford University in the lab of Prof. Reinhold Dauskardt where he worked on improving the thermomechanical stability of perovskite solar cells.
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Adam is in a state of perpetual exhaustion from chasing around his five-year-old.
MATT DAILEY
PhD Student
Matt completed his B.S. in Chemical Engineering at the University of Utah in 2020. He worked under Dr. Kerry Kelly developing a network of low-cost air quality sensors; under Dr. Tony Butterfield as the president of the K-12 Outreach group; and under Dr. Swomitra Mohanty developing an autonomous system for treating water by purification using synthesized TO nanotubes. He has a research focus on designing scalable printing methods for high-quality perovskite thin films.
In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities, sports, company, and his dog Sage.
email: matthewdailey@arizona.edu
ANTON SAMOYLOV
PhD Student, Carson Scholar and NASA STGRO Fellow
Anton Samoylov completed his B.S. in chemical engineering at UC San Diego in 2021, where he worked with Drs. Robert Pomeroy, Michael Burkart, and Stephen Mayfield. Under Dr. Pomeroy, he analyzed biodegradation products using mass spectrometry and synthesized bio-renewable polyurethane precursors. Under Dr. Burkart, he developed low-cost scalable flow chemistry systems and processes. Under Dr. Mayfield, he worked to image biodegradable polyurethanes to monitor bacterial and fungal growths using scanning electron microscopy. He joined the Printz Research Group at the University of Arizona in Fall 2021 and is pursuing a Ph.D. in chemical engineering focused on researching the integration of polymeric additives into perovskite films
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Anton is an NSF Indige-FEWSS trainee, which is a program focusing on engineering off-grid Food-Energy-Water nexus solutions within the indigenous communities through a culturally aware and interdisciplinary approach.
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In his free time, Anton enjoys hiking, the outdoors, and binging shows.
SEAN RAGLOW
PhD Student
Sean Raglow completed his B.S. in Physics and Mathematics at the University of Arizona in 2020. He worked under Dr. John Schaibley building and measuring 2D material optoelectronic devices. His current research focus on using additive engineering to improve the mechanical and chemical properties of perovskites for solar cell applications.
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In his free time, Sean organizes a book club, plays synthesizers in a band, and enjoys rock climbing and cycling.
NABEEHA MALIK
PhD Student
Nabeeha Malik received her M.S. in Chemistry from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, where she conducted her graduate research under the mentorship of Dr. Stephen Morin. Her work was centered around functionalization and modulation of energies of elastomeric surfaces via external stimuli, with applications in surface-directed microfluidics. This research established her expertise in interfacial design, surface engineering, and analysis of liquid–solid interactions. In Fall 2025, she joined the Printz Lab for pursuing PhD in Chemical Engineering at University of Arizona, where her research is focused on analyzing the nucleation and growth mechanisms of perovskite thin films on chemically functionalized and energetically tailored surfaces, with the broader aim of advancement for optoelectronic applications.
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In her free time, she loves to cook and travel to enjoy the beauty of nature.
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email: nmalik@arizona.edu
STEVEN GEORGE
Undergraduate Student (Senior)
Steven George is an undergraduate at the University of Arizona double majoring in Chemical Engineering and Computer Science. His research in the Printz Group combines in situ photoluminescence monitoring of perovskite thin-film growth with computational modeling using DFT, with an emphasis on developing robust tools and platforms designed to last beyond individual experiments. He plans to pursue a PhD in materials science and engineering, aiming to bridge computation and experiment in semiconductor research. Outside the lab, Steven enjoys photography, music, and mountain biking.
SETH WEAVER
Undergraduate Student (Junior)
Seth Weaver is an undergraduate majoring in Optical Sciences and Engineering at the University of Arizona, with minors in Mathematics and Semiconductor Manufacturing. His current research focuses on optical diagnostics for characterizing optoelectronic materials, with long-term goals of pursuing a career in academia centered on photonic instrumentation and optical diagnostics. Outside the lab, Seth enjoys climbing, running, baking, and spending time with friends.
KATHERINE MCDANIEL
Undergraduate Student (Junior)
Katherine McDaniel is studying Chemical Engineering as an undergraduate at the University of Arizona. Her current project in the lab involves testing nanofiber variants for the application of perovskite films, with the long-term goal of becoming involved in research and development related to engineered sustainable practices in energy and environmental remediation. In her free time, Katherine likes to learn languages, cook, and enjoy the outdoors.
GIULIA HERCKES
Undergraduate Student (Sophomore)
Giulia Herckes is an undergraduate student majoring in Chemical Engineering at the University of Arizona. Her current research focuses on characterizing the surface tension forces of menisci of various liquids. In her free time, she likes to scrapbook, cook, and explore Tucson with her friends.