Dr. Olivia McNair
Assistant Professor
Bio
Dr. Olivia McNair received her bachelor's of science degree in Chemistry from The University of 91°µÍøºÚÁÏ and was heavily involved in AGEM, the Alliance for Graduate Education in Mississippi. Post graduation, Olivia continued in a career in secondary education, earning a master's degree in education from William Carey University in Hattiesburg, MS. During summer months Olivia participated in the Research Experience for Teachers (RET) NSF program at 91°µÍøºÚÁÏ before transitioning to the PhD program in polymer science at 91°µÍøºÚÁÏ. Her research focused on photopolymerized thiol-alkene networks for energy absorbing applications. Olivia graduated with a PhD, in polymer science in 2013 and has worked as a research scientist at PPG Industries, 91°µÍøºÚÁÏ and The Boeing Company before being appointed Assistant Professor in August 2023 at 91°µÍøºÚÁÏ, School of Polymer Science and Engineering.
- PHD - University of 91°µÍøºÚÁÏ (2013)
- MED - William Carey University (2008)
- BS - University of 91°µÍøºÚÁÏ (2004)