Danny Broere

Dr. Danny Broere is an Associate Professor in the Department of Organic Chemistry and Catalysis at Utrecht University's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on developing homogeneous multimetallic catalyst systems for sustainable chemical transformations, including CO₂ conversion and dinitrogen functionalization, aligned with Utrecht's Pathways to Sustainability (PtS) initiative.

Education highlights:

• Bachelor's with honors, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (2010)
• Master's cum laude, VU University Amsterdam (2012)
• PhD cum laude, University of Amsterdam (2016)
• Postdoctoral fellowship at Yale University (NWO Rubicon)

Research explores multimetallic cooperativity, redox-active ligands, and sustainable catalytic processes. Recent work emphasizes:

• Design of dinuclear complexes for hydrogenation and C-H activation
• Mechanistic studies of energy-relevant reactions (H₂ production, O₂ reduction)
• Development of earth-abundant metal catalysts (Fe, Cu, Co)

Publications (2018-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on catalyst design, mechanistic elucidation, and sustainable chemistry, with growing emphasis on multimetallic systems and energy applications since 2019.

Awards and honors:

• NWO Rubicon Fellowship
• Cum laude distinctions (BSc, MSc, PhD)

Leads the Broere Lab (broerelab.com) investigating cooperative catalysis. Teaches courses including Organometallic Chemistry and Chemistry and Sustainability.