Jacob is Principal Scientist at Chemeleon, a Brooklyn, NY based start-up company developing next generation colorimetric chemical sensors. Chemeleon seeks to apply nanotechnology, photonics and molecular recognition to create novel devices for the commercial, medical, environmental, and food industries. He is also an Adjunct Associate Professor at Columbia University in the Department of Electrical Engineering, teaching graduate courses in micro and nanofabrication. Jacob founded the nonprofit organization Nanotech Alliance, a network of nanotechnologists and nanoscientists from all levels of education and experience. We provide resources to promote innovation, collaboration, and accessibility within nanotechnology and nanoscience communities. Nanotech NYC is the founding Nanotech Alliance Hub (https://www.nanotechnyc.com/)