John Corrigan

John Corrigan is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Chemistry at the University of Waterloo. His research focuses on the synthesis, functionalization, and characterization of nanoclusters, particularly those involving metal chalcogenides and surface-reactive platforms. He leads the Corrigan Research Group, exploring applications in materials science, nanotechnology, and surface chemistry. Affiliated with the Institute for Quantum Computing and the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology, his work bridges molecular chemistry and functional materials.

Key research themes include the design of clickable azide-functionalized gold nanoclusters, polynuclear copper-chalcogenolate assemblies, and zinc-based phosphido clusters. His publications highlight advancements in cluster synthesis, luminescent properties, and interfacial modifications. Collaborations span organic, inorganic, and materials chemistry, with a focus on translating molecular-level insights into scalable materials solutions.