Robert J. Thompson

Dr. Robert J. Thompson is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Mercy University, appointed as a full-time faculty member in 2020. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from UCLA (2017), focusing on polymer synthesis for plastic solar cells. His research integrates organic synthetic chemistry, biocatalysis, and biochemistry, with collaborative projects on cardiac revascularization in zebrafish through partnerships with biologists at Weill-Cornell University. Undergraduate students interested in research are encouraged to contact him.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), 2017

Research Interests: Thompson’s work bridges synthetic chemistry and biological systems, emphasizing the development of biocatalytic processes and biochemistry applications. His current projects involve cardiac tissue regeneration studies using zebrafish models, leveraging interdisciplinary collaborations to advance translational research.

Advising & Teams: He mentors undergraduate researchers at Mercy University and collaborates with Weill-Cornell’s biology team. No specific grants or funded projects are detailed in the provided text.