Professor
Tiernan Hall, Room 378
973-642-4762
Senior Technical Consultant, Polymer Processing Institute
Guttenberg Information Technology Center, Room 3901
xanthos@njit.edu

 


Education  

• University of Toronto, PhD 1974
• University of Toronto, MASc 1970
• University of Thessaloniki, BSc 1968  

Academic and Research Appointments  

•  Professor of Chemical Engineering, NJIT (1995-present)
• Senior Technical Consultant, Polymer Processing Institute, (2005-present)
• Director, Polymer Engineering Certificate Program, NJIT (1997-present)
• Chairman, Materials Research Council Executive Committee, NJIT 2003-present)
• Director, Polymer Engineering Center, NJIT (1995-2003)
• Director of Research, Polymer Processing Institute (1988-2005)
• Director, Center for Processing of Plastic Packaging, NJIT (1988-1997)
• Research Professor of Chemical Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology (1987-1995)
• Adjunct Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology (1980-1986)
• Manager, R&D and Technical Services, Marietta Resources International  Ltd. (a subsidiary of Martin Marietta Corp.) (1975-1980)

 Honors and Awards  

• Fellow of the International Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE)
• Executive Editor of Advances in Polymer Technology (John Wiley & Sons), a peer review, quarterly technical journal.
• 2003 Harlan J. Perlis Award presented by the NJIT Board of Overseers to a faculty member at NJIT whose work advances the state-of-the-art and furthers scientific investigation.

 Research Interests  

• Polymer Blends/Composites/Foams
• Polymer Modification through Additives and Polymer Reactive Processing
• Polymer Composites for Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Applications
• Surface and Structural Modification of Inorganic Micro-and Nanosize fillers
• Plastics Recycling and Life-cycle Assessment
• Environmental Considerations in the Chemical Process Industry
• Smart Materials

 Recently Advised Graduate Students

 Ph.D. Graduates-Theses

• K. Park, 2008 (MTSE, NJIT); “Ionic liquids as additives for biodegradable polylactic acid”
• Q. Zhou, 2008 (Chem. Eng., NJIT); “Degradation of polylactic acid in the presence of microsize and nanosize fillers”
• K. Lin, 2008 (Chem. Eng., NJIT; co-advisor Prof. K. Sirkar); “Novel polypropylene based microporous membranes via spherulitic deformation”
• G. Chouzouri, 2007 (Chem. Eng.,NJIT);“In vitro studies of degradation and bioactivity of aliphatic polyester composites”
• B.J. Yeong, 2007 (Chem. Eng. NJIT);, “Reactive modification and crystallization behavior of foamed PBT”
• M. Wan, 2004 (MTSE, NJIT)“Reactive modification of polyesters and their blends”
• R. Dhavalikar, 2003 (Chem. Eng., NJIT);“Reactive melt modification of PET”
• C. Chandavasu 2001 (Chem. Eng., NJIT);  co-advisor: Prof. K. Sirkar“Microporous polymeric membranes via melt processing”
• M-W Young, 2000 (Chem. Eng., Stevens Inst. of Technol.; co-advisor: Prof. C.G. Gogos) “Controlled reactive processing of epoxy functionalized copolymer”
• Q. Zhang, 2000 (Chem. Eng., NJIT);“In-line measurement of solubility of physical blowing agents in thermoplastic melts during extrusion foaming”

M.S. Graduates-Theses

• J. Ha, 2007 (Chem. Eng., NJIT) “Functionalization of nanoclays through exchange reactions”
• N. Kim, 2006 (Chem. Eng., NJIT)“Modification of clays with ionic liquids for polymer nanocomposites”
• N. Patel, 2005(Chem. Eng., NJIT)“Synthesis and characterization of polymer nanocomposites”
• G. Chouzouri, 2004 (Chem. Eng., NJIT)“Modification of biodegradable polyester with inorganic fillers”
• J. Quintans, 1998 (Chem. Eng., NJIT)“Rheological characterization of modified and chemically modified PET resins”
• Z. Cherian, 1997 (MTSE, NJIT)“Melt hydroperoxidation in PP with potential applications in pollution control”
• Y. Li, 1996 (MTSE, NJIT)"Effect of Lamellar Microstructure on the Permeability of Polyethylene Films"

 Recent Peer-Reviewed Articles  

• Q. Zhou and M. Xanthos, “Nanoclay and Crystallinity Efffects on the Hydrolytic Degradation of Polylactides”, Polym. Degrad. Stab., DOI 10.1016; 93, 1450-59 (2008)
• J.U. Ha and M. Xanthos, “Functionalization of Nanoclays with Ionic Liquids for Polypropylene Composites”, Polym. Comp., DOI 10.1002/pc 20583; Published online, June 18, 2008.
•  G. Chouzouri and M. Xanthos, “In Vitro Bioactivity and Degradation of Polycaprolactone Composites Containing Silicate Fillers”, Acta Biomaterialia, 3,5,745-756 (2007)
• B.J. Jeong and M. Xanthos, “Reactive Modification of PBT with Applications in Low Density Extrusion Foaming”, Polym. Eng. Sci., 47, 3, 244-253 (2007)
• G. Chouzouri and M. Xanthos, “Degradation of Aliphatic Polyesters in the Presence of Inorganic Fillers”, J. Plastic Film and Sheet., 23, 1, 19-36 (2007)
• W. Feng, S.H. Patel, M-Y. Young,  J.L. Zunino III and M. Xanthos, “Smart Polymeric Coatings – Recent Advances”, Adv. Polym. Technol., 26, 1, 1-13 (2007)
• N.H. Kim, S.V. Malhotra and M. Xanthos, “Modification of Cationic Nanoclays with Ionic Liquids”, Micropor. Mesopor. Mater. , 96, 29-35 (2006)
• T.G. Gopakumar, N.S. Patel and M. Xanthos, “Effect of Nanofilllers on the Properties of Flexible Protective Coatings”, Polym. Comp., 27, 4, 368-380 (2006).
• M. Xanthos and D.B. Todd, “Plastics Processing”, Kirk-Othmer On-line Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology , John Wiley & Sons, New York (2004)
• L. Zhu and M. Xanthos, “Effects of Process Conditions and Mixing Protocols on Structure of Extruded Polypropylene Nanocomposites”, J. Appl. Polym. Sci., 93, 4, 1891-1899 (2004).
• Q. Zhang and M. Xanthos, “Material Properties affecting Extrusion Foaming”, Chapter 4, pp. 111-138  in S.T. Lee, Ed., “Polymeric Foams; Mechanics and Materials”, CRC Press, FLA (2004)
• R. Dhavalikar and M. Xanthos, “Monitoring the Evolution of PET Branching through Chemorheology”, Polym. Eng. Sci.., 44, 3, 474, (2004).
• M. Xanthos, C. Wan, R. Dhavalikar, G.P. Karayannidis and D. Bikiaris, “Identification of Rheological and Structural Characteristics of Foamable PET by Reactive Extrusion”, Polym. Intern., 53:1161-1168, (2004).
• D. Zarkadas and M. Xanthos, “Prediction of Cooling Time in Injection Molding by Means of a Simplified Semianalytical Equation”, Adv. Polym. Technol., 22, 3, 188-208 (2003).
• R. Dhavalikar, M. Yamaguchi, and M. Xanthos, “Molecular and Structural Analysis of a Triepoxide Modified PET from Rheological Data”, J. Polym. Sci, Part A; Polym. Chem., 41, 7, 958-969 (2003).
• C. Wan, S. H Patel and M. Xanthos, “Reactive Melt Modification of Polypropylene with a Crosslinkable Polyester”, Polym. Eng. Sci., 43, 6, 1276 (2003).
• C. Chandavasu, M. Xanthos, K.K. Sirkar and C.G. Gogos, “Fabrication of Microporous Polymeric Membranes by Melt Processing of Immiscible Blends”, J. Membrane Sci., 211, 1, 167-175 (2003).
• R Dhavalikar and M. Xanthos, “Parameters Affecting PET Modification in the Melt with Epoxides”, J. Appl. Sci., 87, 4, 643 (2003)

 Recent Refereed or Reviewed Conference Papers  

• Q. Zhou and M. Xanthos, “Hydrolytic Degradation of Polylactic Acid Micro- and Nanocomposites”, Proc. 66th Annual Technical Conference Society of Plastics Engineers, SPE, 54, 576-580 (2008).
• K. Park and M. Xanthos, “Ionic Liquids as Additives for Polylactic Acid”, Proc. 66th Annual Technical Conference Society of Plastics Engineers, SPE, 54, 1687-1691 (2008).
•  M. Xanthos, N. H. Kim, J. U. Ha and S. V. Malhotra , “Nanocomposites based on Ionic Liquid Modified Clays”, Proc. 65th Annual Technical Conference Society of Plastics Engineers, SPE, 53, 76 (2007).
• B-J. Jeong, M. Xanthos, and K. S. Hyun, “Rheological and Crystallization Behavior of Linear and Branched PBT”, Proc. 65th Annual Technical Conference Society of Plastics Engineers, SPE, 53, 1474 (2007).
• K.I. Park and M. Xanthos, “Ionic liquids as additives for thermoplastics”, Proc. 65th Annual Technical Conference Society of Plastics Engineers, SPE, 53, 2675 (2007).
• K. Park, W. Feng, K. Kim and M. Xanthos, “Preparation and Characterization of Polymeric Capsules Containing Functional Additives”, Proc. 64th Annual Technical Conference Society of Plastics Engineers, SPE, 52, 1515 (2006).
• G. Chouzouri and M. Xanthos, “Assessment of Bioactivity of Aliphatic Polyester Composites” , Proc. 64th Annual Technical Conference Society of Plastics Engineers, SPE, 52, 1361 (2006).
• Y. He, S. V. Malhotra and M. Xanthos, ‘‘Enzymatic Degradation of Polyurethane-based Coatings’’, Proc. 63rd Annual Technical Conference Society of Plastics Engineers, SPE, 51, 2310, (2005)
• V. Tan, M. W. Young, S. H. Patel and M. Xanthos, “Evaluation of Thermoset UV Curing Kinetics by Calorimetry, Rheology and FTIR Spectroscopy”, Proc.62nd Annual Technical Conference Society of Plastics Engineers, SPE, 50, 2217 (2004).
• C. Wan and M. Xanthos, “Effect Of Reactive Additives on The Properties of Polypropylene /Unsaturated Polyester Blends”, Proc. 61st Annual Technical Conference Society of Plastics Engineers, SPE, 49, 1503 (2003).

 Patents 

•  C. Chandavasu, M. Xanthos, K.K. Sirkar and C.G. Gogos, “Preparation of Microporous Films from Immiscible Blends via melt Processing and Stretching”, US Patent 6,824,680 (2004)
• S.K. Dey, S.H. Patel and M. Xanthos, “Composite Laminate Structures Especially Useful for Automotive Trim Components and Methods and Tie Layers Employed To Make the Same’, US Patents 6,696,117, 6,805,959 and 6,805,927 (2004).
• M. Xanthos and S.K. Dey, “Wood Substitute Composition and Process for Producing Same”, US Patent 6,211,275 (2001).
• R.T. Woodhams and M. Xanthos, "Preparing Mica-Reinforced Composites", US Patent 4,112,036 (1978); CA Patent 1,043,640 (1978).
• M. Xanthos and R.T. Woodhams, "Chemically Opening Chrysotile Asbestos and Encapsulating", US Patent 3,965,284 (1976); CA Patent 956,849 (1974).

 Edited Books  

•  M. Xanthos, Ed., “Functional Fillers for Plastics”, Wiley-VCH, Weinheim, Germany (2005).
• G. Akovali, C.A. Bernardo, J. Leidner, L.A Utracki and M. Xanthos, Eds., “Frontiers in the Science and Technology of Polymer Recycling”, NATO Advanced Study Institute Series, Series E: Applied Sciences – Vol. 351, Kluwer Academic Publishers, Dordrecht, The Netherlands (1998).
• A.L. Bisio and M. Xanthos, Eds., “How to Manage Plastics Waste: Technology and Market Opportunities”, Carl Hanser Verlag, Munich, New York (1994).
• M. Xanthos, Ed., “Reactive Extrusion: Principles and Practice”, Carl Hanser Verlag, Munich, New York (1992).

Selected Book Chapters  

• N.H. Kim, S.V. Malhotra and M. Xanthos, “Ionic Liquids as Modifiers for Cationic and Anionic Nanoclays”, Chapter 17, pp. 234-246, in R.D. Rogers, J. F. Brennecke and K.R. Seddon, (Eds.),  “Ionic Liquids IV: Not Just Solvents Anymore”, ACS Symposium Series 975,  American Chemical Society, Washington, DC (2007).
•  M. Xanthos, “Modification of Polymer Mechanical and Rheological Properties with Functional Fillers”, Chapter 2, pp.17-38 in M. Xanthos, Ed., “Functional Fillers for Plastics”, Wiley-VCH, Weinheim, Germany (2005).
• Q. Zhang and M. Xanthos, “Material Properties affecting Extrusion Foaming”, Chapter 4, pp. 111-138  in S.T. Lee, Ed., “Polymeric Foams; Mechanics and Materials”, CRC Press, FLA (2004)
• M. Xanthos, “Reactive Modification/Compatibilization Of Polyesters”, Chapter 18, pp. 815-831 in S. Fakirov, Ed., “Handbook of Thermoplastic Polyesters”, Wiley-VCH, Weinheim, Germany (2002).
• M. Xanthos, “Polymer Processing”, Chapter 19, pp. 355-371 in C.E. Carraher and C.D. Craver, Eds., “Applied Polymer Chemistry-21st Century”, Elsevier, Oxford, UK (2000)
• M. Xanthos and S.K. Dey, “Foam Extrusion of Polyethylene Terephthalate”, Chapter 12, pp.307-336 in S.T. Lee, Ed., “Principles of Thermoplastic Foam Extrusion”, Technomic Publishing Co., Lancaster, PA (2000)
• M. Xanthos and H. Warth, “Effects of Transreactions on the Compatibility and Miscibility of Blends of Condensation Polymers”, Chapter 10, pp. 411-427, in S. Fakirov, Ed., “Transreactions in Condensation Polymers”, Wiley-VCH, Weinheim, Germany (1999).
• M. Xanthos and A.L. Bisio, “Polymer Recycling for Energy Recovery”, pp. 57-69, in Akovali at al., Eds.,  “Frontiers in the Science and Technology of Polymer Recycling”, NATO Advanced Study Institute Series, Series E: Applied Sciences – Vol. 351, Kluwer Academic Publishers, Dordrecht, The Netherlands (1998).
• M. Xanthos and S.H. Patel, “Polymer Modification/Compatibilization”, Chapter 13, pp. 145-165 in A.L. Bisio and M. Xanthos, Eds., “How to Manage Plastics Waste: Technology and Market Opportunities”, Carl Hanser Verlag, Munich, New York (1994).
• M. Xanthos, “The Physical and Chemical Nature of Plastics Additives”, Chapter 14, pp. 471-496 in I. Manas-Zloczower and Z. Tadmor, Eds., “Mixing and Compounding of Polymers - Theory and Practice”, Carl Hanser Verlag, Munich, New York (1994).
• M. Xanthos, “Process Analysis from Reaction Fundamentals - Examples of Polymerization and Controlled Degradation in Extruders”, Chapter 2, pp. 33 - 53, in M. Xanthos, Ed., “Reactive Extrusion: Principles and Practice”, Carl Hanser Verlag, Munich, New York (1992).

 Recent Invited Presentations/Seminars  

• “Reactive Processing and its Applications in Polymer Modification”, Seminar at Chung Yuan University, Chung-Li, Taiwan, July 4-8, 2008.
• “Reactive Extrusion with Applications in the Rheological Modification of Polyesters”, Seminar at Rheology Center, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, November 9, 2007.
• “Functional Fillers for Plastics: From Micro- to Nano- to Bio-Composites”, Plenary Lecture at Proc. Polymer Processing Society PPS-23 Annual Meeting, May 27-31, 2007, Salvador, Brazil.
• “Effects of Fillers-Nanofilllers on the Degradation Characteristics of Aliphatic Polyesters”, Intertech- PIRA Conference on “Future of Nanoplastics”, February 2007, San Antonio,TX
•  “Novel Functionalization Routes for Nanoclays”, Intertech-Pira Conference “Functional Fillers for Plastics”, September 25-27,  2006, Atlanta, GA
•  “Polymer Composites and Factors Affecting their Performance”, Seminar at St. Gobain Polymer Network Conference, June 2006, Blue Bell, PA,
• “Synthesis and Applications of Polymeric Powder Coatings - A Comparison of Conventional and Alternative Processes”, IUPAC Sponsored 2nd Intern. Symposium on Green/Sustainable Chemistry, University of Delhi, 10-13 January, 2006, Delhi, India,
•  “Polymer Modification and Reactive Processing”, Presentation at First Colloquium of CREPEC on Polymers, Composites, Nanocomposites and Memory Alloys, École Polytechnique de Montréal, December 15, 2005, Montreal, Canada,
• “Smart Materials in Polymer Protective Coatings and Films - Corrosion sensors, barrier properties, self-healing”, Pira International Conference “The Future of Nanomaterials”, Feb. 22 -24, 2005, Miami, FL,
•  “Functional Fillers for New Applications”, Keynote Address, Polymer Processing Society PPS 2003 Regional Meeting, Sept. 14-17, 2003, Athens, Greece,
•  “Functional Additives as Sensors in Intelligent Polymer Coatings”, European Coatings Conference, SMART COATINGS II, June 16th-17th, 2003, Berlin, Germany