Marisa C. Kozlowski

Marisa C. Kozlowski is the Ponzy Lu Endowed Professor of Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Arts & Sciences. She is an active faculty member with a strong research focus on organic synthesis, catalysis, and reaction mechanism studies. Her work integrates computational chemistry and high-throughput experimentation to design and optimize synthetic methods.

Education:

• A.B., Cornell University, 1989
• Ph.D., University of California at Berkeley, 1994
• NSF Postdoctoral Fellow, Harvard University, 1995–1997

Dr. Kozlowski teaches core courses in organic chemistry, including Organic Chemistry I (Chem 241), Organic Chemistry Laboratory (Chem 245), Physical Organic Chemistry (Chem 541), Organic Reaction Methods (Chem 443), and Mechanisms in Organic Chemistry (Chem 441). Her research laboratory emphasizes the rational design of catalysts and reagents, mechanistic investigation, and the application of new methods in total synthesis of bioactive natural products and pharmaceuticals.

Her recent publications reflect a strong integration of computational modeling, machine learning, and experimental validation in reaction discovery. Key themes include oxidative C-C couplings, asymmetric catalysis, C-H functionalization, and sustainable synthetic processes. These works span subfields such as catalyst design, reaction optimization, kinetic analysis, and analytical monitoring techniques.

Scientific Awards:

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Dr. Kozlowski advises a research group composed of graduate and undergraduate students, focusing on training the next generation of synthetic chemists. Her lab promotes inclusive values and collaborative science, as reflected in the 'Everyone Belongs in Chemistry' initiative. While specific grant details are not listed, her research is likely supported by federal and private funding agencies given the scope and technological demands of her work. She leads a dynamic research team engaged in cutting-edge projects at the interface of computation and experiment in organic chemistry.