This project is ongoing.
We aim to develop new transition metal complexes with unusual placement of electrons to promote non-traditional forms of reactivity. Example applications include carbon dioxide capture and functionalization, small molecule late-stage functionalization to introduce complexity, and polymer upcycling to yield value-added products.
Emphasis will be placed on coordination chemistry of reactive intermediates using air-free manipulations.
Qualifications
Competitive applicants will be on track to receive a degree in chemistry and have long-term aspirations to pursue a Ph.D. in synthetic chemistry, broadly defined.
