Shannon Riha

Shannon Riha is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, where she has taught since 2014. She actively contributes to the UW-System Alliance for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Advancement as an advisory board member.

Research Focus:

• Chemical Analysis and Phytochemistry of Cannabis (Hemp)
• Synthesis of Nanomaterials and Thin Films for Solar Energy

Her work bridges materials science and environmental applications, emphasizing hands-on undergraduate research. Recent publications highlight her contributions to PFAS remediation using MOFs and optoelectronic studies of chalcogenide nanomaterials.

Scientific Awards

• DOE-Visiting Faculty Program Fellowship (2015)
• DOE-EERE Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2012-2013)
• Colorado State University Graduate Student Teaching Award (2007)

Education

• Ph.D. in Chemistry from Colorado State University-Fort Collins
• Postdoctoral Fellowship at Argonne National Laboratory
• B.S. in Chemistry from Lakeland College

Teaching: Courses in Fundamental Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, and Quantitative Analysis.