She mentored with Dr. Joseph Biernacki, a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Tennessee Tech. Her work analyzed the hydration of Portland cement, specifically the dynamics of the products calcium hydroxide and silicate. Studying the formation of these products is helpful in understanding the reaction mechanism and kinetics of cement hydration. Lynne’s research suggests that reacting solutions of Portland cement do not reach calcium hydroxide saturation levels, possibly due to an interfering process or reverse reactions. Other trials indicate that calcium hydroxide is not stable in the reaction vessel, possibly due to side reactions.