Anne Bentley

Anne Bentley is an Associate Professor of Inorganic Chemistry at Lewis & Clark College. She holds the Dr. Robert B. Pamplin Jr. Associate Professorship in Science. Her research focuses on nanoparticle surface chemistry, electrodepositing composite materials for energy applications, and advancing inorganic chemistry education. She teaches courses in general chemistry, inorganic chemistry, environmental chemistry, and nanomaterials. Bentley leads the Bentley Lab and actively contributes to initiatives like IONiC and VIPEr to enhance teaching practices and collaborative research in chemistry.

Education:

• PhD in Inorganic Chemistry, University of Wisconsin at Madison (2005)
• BA in Chemistry, Oberlin College (1997)

Her research interests blend materials science and education innovation. Recent work emphasizes nanoparticle synthesis for energy storage and pedagogical strategies for foundational inorganic chemistry courses. She has co-authored studies on student motivation in STEM and curriculum development for nanomaterials. Her articles highlight interdisciplinary approaches, merging nanotechnology with environmental applications and societal engagement.

Notably absent from her profile are formal awards, though her contributions to educational platforms like VIPEr reflect her commitment to community-driven scholarship. She collaborates on national initiatives such as the Primarily Undergraduate Nanomaterials Cooperative, fostering research opportunities at small institutions.

Labs & Teams: Bentley Lab (specializing in nanoparticle synthesis and energy applications). Active in CASPiE (Center for Authentic Science Practice in Education) to integrate research into undergraduate curricula.