Thomas Davis, PhD. Department of Chemical Engineering University of South Carolina Dr. Davis is a Research Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of South Carolina. His research interests are in separation processes including extractions with super-critical carbon dioxide adsorption and ion-exchange membranes (dialysis, electrodialysis, and electro-deionization), and in the production and storage of hydrogen. Dr. Davis received his B.S. and PhD. from the University of South Carolina.