Dustin Hulbert has over 15 years of experience in materials research and development. He has held several director level positions at companies developing advanced materials and has authored 4 patents. He has a Ph.D. in materials science from UC Davis and expertise in ceramics, cementitious materials, composites, and thin films.

1. Dustin M. Hulbert, Ph.D.
dustin.hulbert@gmail.com
3954 Majestic Drive, Concord, CA 94519
415-320-2870
SUMMARY
A highly imaginative researcher with an infectious enthusiasm for science and technology. Unabashedly
ambitious, able to effectively communicate ideas to accomplish projects with timeliness, accuracy and
precision. A lifelong learner able to adapt to rapidly changing priorities with a positive attitude.
EDUCATION
University of California, Davis, Ph.D. Materials Science 2008
University of California, Davis, M.S. Materials Science 2006
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, B.S. Materials Engineering, Cum Laude 2003
EXPERIENCE
DIRECTOR, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT – WATERSHED MATERIALS, INC, NAPA, CA 2016
Performed research on new compression technologies and mix formulations for masonry products using zero
to low Portland cement contents with high levels of fine grained natural aluminosilicate minerals. Developed
a quality system for the company's novel building materials. Perform research on the use of site materials
and on-site manufacturing of Watershed Materials' masonry products.
CONSULTANT – GEOFORTIS, INC, MORAGA, CA 2016
Developed, implemented research and development plan for the Company’s, natural pozzolan business.
Characterized the Lassenite mineral for use as a supplementary cementitious material for use in precast and
ready mix concrete applications. Formulated mix designs using both commercial and proprietary chemical
admixtures to ensure pozzolan performance and compliance with relevant international, national and
regional standards and codes.
DIRECTOR, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT – CALSTAR PRODUCTS, INC, DURHAM, NC 2009 – 2015
Interacted daily with all research and development personnel, present studies, product development, claims,
intellectual properties and quality teams. Planned and executed on “Blue Sky” research, new products lines
and technologies. Created prototypes for new products for company stake holders. Reported to the Vice
President of Engineering and the Chief Operating Officer on a weekly basis. Co-authored 4 patents. Assisted
in the development of the first ASTM fly ash brick standard (ASTM C1790). Helped draft an ISO-compliant life
cycle analysis (LCA) and the industry’s first environmental product declaration (EPD) for brick. Developed a
new mix recipe to combat fly ash variability that averted a total production shut-down. Engineered a new
curing cycle that enabled a 3X increase in product production. Formulated a new recipe that reduced the bill
of materials by approximately 20%. Helped drive cast stone strength from approximately 2000 psi to 6000
psi. Developed and codified a proprietary process for sourcing fly ashes from both domestic and
international sources. Interfaced with domestic and international fly ash brokers to test materials for future
markets. Created in house tests and procedures to rapidly determine product hardness, color and chemical
resistance. Assisted in the set-up and launch of the company’s 1st
and 2nd
manufacturing facility. Supported
manufacturing and quality teams day to day by providing standard operating procedures (SOPs) as well as
technical insights into raw materials and processes. Analyzed production and quality reports daily to
maintain product performance above in-house and ASTM standards. Coordinated experiments and testing
with 3rd
party laboratories for new product launches.
SCIENTIST – NANOSOLAR, INC, SAN JOSE, CA 2008 – 2009

2. Responsible for conducting independent research to improve device performance and fundamental
understanding of thin-film CuInxGa(1-x)Se2 (CIGS) solar cells. Work included nanoparticle synthesis, thin film
deposition using atmospheric processes, rapid thermal processing and characterization of new devices. Was
part of a team effort that resulted in a company device efficiency record.
GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCHER – UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS, CA 2003 – 2008
Ph.D. Dissertation: Pulsed Electric Current Sintering: Fundamentals and Applications. Master’s Thesis:
Elevated Temperature Plasticity and Superplasticity of Advanced Ceramic Oxide Nanocomposites. Performed
research on Alumina-Zirconia-Magnesia Spinel nanocomposites, Boron Carbide – Aluminum composites and
other advanced ceramics. Performed fundamental novel research on optical properties and high strain rate
superplasticity of advanced ceramic oxides. Processed and prepared specimens using advanced milling and
consolidation techniques such as high energy ball milling and spark plasma sintering (SPS). Designed and
built a SPS apparatus. Ran numerous mechanical tests including high temperature compression creep tests.
Performed extensive analysis on experimental results and co-authored multiple scientific peer reviewed
papers as well as chapters in textbooks. Laboratory safety coordinator from 2004 to 2008.
PATENTS
US 9,023,149 B1, “Fly Ash Based Cementitious Mixture”, Covers the fact that the product is cured and
describes the durability aspects of the product. Published: May 5, 2015
US 8,747,549 B1, “Fly Ash Based Cementitious Mixture”, Explains that product is usable in construction. It
spells out the minimum strength as well as the freezing and thawing durability requirements of the product.
Published: June 10, 2014
US 8,617,438 B1, “Fly Ash Based Cementitious Mixture”, Describes the process of turning the mix into a
masonry product. It includes details like mixing time, the pressing process, the density of the product and
the shapes possible using the process. Published: December 31, 2013
US 8,617,308 B1, “Fly Ash Based Cementitious Mixture”, Protects the cementitious binder itself. It includes
things like the amount and type of fly ash used, aggregates and admixtures. Published: December 31, 2013
PROFESSIONAL and TECHNICAL SKILLS
Materials Science and Engineering, Solid State Physics, Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Materials, Nanoscale
Materials, Ceramics, Cementitious Materials, Metals, Composites, Powder Processing Techniques, Thin Films,
Advanced Powder Milling, Mechanical Testing, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Energy Dispersion
Spectroscopy, X-Ray Spectroscopy, X-Ray Diffraction, Thermogravimetric Analysis, Calorimetry, BET Surface
Area Analysis, Metallography/Petrography, Technical Writing, Machining Operations, Mechanical Systems
Repair and Maintenance, MS Office, MAC OS, Quickbase
INTERESTS and ACTIVITIES
Strategy Games – Science Fiction - Fishing – Running – Swimming – Hiking – Golf – Baseball – Football –
Geology – Rock Collecting – Gardening