Dr. Miller´s research interests are in the area of the physical chemistry of surfaces, specifically the engineering of surface properties through chemical modification and the elucidation and utilization of surface photochemical processes. The goal of his research program is to develop novel methods for controlling surface interactions. The strategy to reach this goal is to combine the analytical tools of surface science with the concepts, experimental, and computational techniques of physical organic and inorganic chemistry. In this way, his research group will clearly elucidate surface reaction mechanisms and thereby better understand and apply fundamental chemical processes occurring at surfaces.