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• Environmental Chemistry
• Soil Chemistry
• Green Rusts
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Hans Christian Bruun Hansen is a Professor in Environmental Chemistry at the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on solid-solution processes governing pollutant fate in soils and sediments with applications in soil and water remediation. His primary research areas include: Engineering and reactivity of iron(II)iron(III) hydroxides ("green rusts") Phosphate bonding in anoxic soils Fate of natural toxins like ptaquiloside and glucosinolates Hansen pioneered critical discoveries in environmental chemistry, including demonstrating green rusts' reducing capacity for nitrate-to-ammonium conversion and dehalogenation of chlorinated compounds. His recent work shows green rusts can form 1 nm thick iron oxide sheets for catalytic applications. His research on natural toxins documented carcinogenic ptaquiloside in soil and elucidated degradation kinetics. Hansen has secured over 35 million DKK in research funding through projects like SupremeTech (phosphorus remediation) and Iron-X (solvent degradation). He teaches environmental chemistry from BSc to PhD levels and has supervised 69 MSc and 25 PhD theses. As Head of the Section for Environmental Chemistry and Physics (40 researchers), he leads initiatives like the EnvEuro MSc program and Sino-Danish Water Research Center. His laboratory focuses on nanoscale remediation materials and natural toxin analysis.

Elizabeth A. EdwardsView profile

Professor

• Bioremediation
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Anaerobic Microbial Processes
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Elizabeth A. Edwards is a University Professor at the University of Toronto in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry , with cross-appointments to the Department of Cell & Systems Biology . As Director of BioZone and Canada Research Chair in Anaerobic Biotechnology, she leads groundbreaking research in microbial bioremediation of groundwater pollutants and industrial wastewater treatment through anaerobic digestion. Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (Stanford, 1993) M.Eng. and B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering (McGill, 1985/1983) Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) Her research focuses on anaerobic microbial communities that degrade pollutants like chlorinated solvents and aromatic hydrocarbons. Using advanced molecular biology, genomics, proteomics , and biochemical pathway analysis , her lab investigates functional interactions in microbial consortia and translates discoveries to commercial applications such as the KB-1® bioproduct . Recent studies examine enzyme activity, lignocellulose degradation, and granulation dynamics in anaerobic reactors. Scientific Recognition: 2020 Killam Prize in Engineering 2016 Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) 2014 Royal Society of Canada Fellow 2011 Canadian Academy of Engineering Fellow 2011 AAAS Fellow 2008-2010 Killam Research Fellowship She supervises extensive graduate student projects spanning enzyme discovery, bioremediation optimization, and microbial consortium analysis. Her lab collaborates with GeoSyntec Consultants and SiREM Labs for field implementation of bioremediation strategies.

Kenneth D. KarlinView profile

Professor

• Bioinorganic Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Coordination Chemistry
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Kenneth D. Karlin is the Ira Remsen Professor of Chemistry at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, where he also previously served as Chair of the Department of Chemistry. He has been a professor at Johns Hopkins since 1990, after beginning his academic career at SUNY Albany in 1977. He is actively engaged in research and academic leadership, including serving as Editor-in-Chief of Progress in Inorganic Chemistry and holding administrative roles in the American Chemical Society and the Society for Biological Inorganic Chemistry. Dr. Karlin's research lies at the intersection of inorganic and biological chemistry, focusing on the coordination chemistry of copper and heme (porphyrin-iron) systems. His work explores how these metal complexes interact with molecular oxygen (O 2 ), nitrogen oxides (NO x ), and organohalide pollutants, with implications for understanding enzyme function and developing environmental catalysts. His group employs synthetic modeling to mimic biological active sites and investigates reaction mechanisms using advanced spectroscopic and kinetic methods. His research group is part of the Collaborative Research in Environmental Molecular Science (CRAEMS) at Johns Hopkins, reflecting the environmental relevance of his work. Although no specific publications or advisees are listed in the provided text, his research has broad implications for catalysis, biomimetic materials, and pollution remediation. He has organized major international conferences, including the 1998 Metals in Biology Gordon Research Conference and the 1989 International Conference on Bioinorganic Chemistry (ICBIC-4). Scientific Awards: F. Albert Cotton Award in Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry (2009, American Chemical Society) Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Dr. Karlin has held advisory and leadership positions with the Petroleum Research Fund, the Division of Inorganic Chemistry of the ACS (serving as Chair in 2013), and the Society for Biological Inorganic Chemistry. He has not received grants explicitly mentioned in the text, but his involvement in CRAEMS suggests active grant-supported collaborative research. He has advised numerous students and postdocs through his long-standing research group, though specific names are not provided. His laboratory focuses on the synthesis and characterization of copper and iron complexes that model biological systems, using techniques such as EPR, resonance Raman, UV-Vis spectroscopy, X-ray crystallography, stopped-flow kinetics, and cyclic voltammetry. The team investigates reversible O 2 -binding, substrate oxidation, and the design of catalysts for organic oxidation, NO x reduction, and dehalogenation of environmental pollutants.

Anca DelgadoView profile

Associate Professor

• Bioremediation
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Microbial Processes
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Anca Delgado is an Associate Professor of Environmental Engineering at Arizona State University, affiliated with the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment and the Biodesign Swette Center for Environmental Biotechnology. She also participates in the ASU Water Institute. Ph.D., Microbiology, Arizona State University, 2013 B.S., Microbiology, Arizona State University, 2008 Her research focuses on leveraging natural and synthetic microbiomes to address environmental challenges, particularly in bioremediation , microbial chain elongation , bioweathering/biomining , and environmental analytical chemistry . Projects include contaminant transformation, soil/water quality improvement, and bioproducts from waste. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary work in soil microbiology, bioreactor engineering, and environmental contaminant management. Key trends include integrating chemical oxidation with microbial processes, optimizing bioremediation technologies, and advancing analytical methods for environmental monitoring. Faculty Fellowship Program in Israel, JNF-USA, 2022 Serving University Needs (SUN) Award, ASU, 2021 Special Congressional Recognition, AZ, 2019 Quentin Mees Research Award, AZ Water Association, 2019 Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award, ASU, 2018 Delgado advises Ph.D. and M.S. students in Biological Design, Civil Engineering, and Environmental Engineering programs. Her lab collaborates with institutions like the Biodesign Swette Center and researchers such as Rosa Krajmalnik-Brown.

Radha BulusuView profile

Researcher

• Chemical Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Plasma Chemistry
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Radha Bulusu is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Chemical & Biomedical Engineering at Florida State University. Her research focuses on nonthermal plasma-based water treatment technologies, particularly for degrading persistent pollutants like per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). She can be contacted at rbulusuraja@fsu.edu . Research Interests: Nonthermal plasma gas-liquid reactors Reactive species (RNS, ROS) generation and dynamics PFAS degradation mechanisms in aqueous environments Electron density and plasma parameter optimization Chemical reduction/oxidation via plasma interactions Environmental remediation using nanosecond pulse discharge Publication Trends: Over the past five years, her work has focused on enhancing plasma reactor efficiency for pollutant degradation, with studies on electrode polarity effects, pulse frequency optimization, and chemical pathways in PFOA/PFOS breakdown. Key themes include defluorination mechanisms, hydrogen peroxide generation, and real-time plasma diagnostics via optical emission spectroscopy.

R. Gary SawersView profile

Professor

• Microbial metabolism
• Anaerobic physiology
• Hydrogen and formate metabolism
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Professor R. Gary Sawers leads the Microbiology division at the Institute of Biology, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. His research spans three decades, focusing on microbial formate/hydrogen metabolism and Streptomyces physiology at the aerobic-anaerobic interface. Key contributions include elucidating glycyl radical enzyme mechanisms and nitrate respiration in actinomycetes. Research Themes: Microbial formate metabolism, hydrogen production, Streptomyces dormancy, and respiratory nitrate reductases Key Techniques: Molecular genetics, protein biochemistry, structural analysis, microbial physiology Recent Publications (2020-2025) reveal his group's work on: Formate channel (FocA) function in pH homeostasis and metabolite transport [NiFe] hydrogenase maturation and cofactor biosynthesis Streptomyces spore survival mechanisms under anaerobic stress Redox regulation of hydrogen metabolism in enterobacteria Group Members include PhD students Christopher Erdmann and Sissy Schnabel, along with postdocs Dr. Dörte Falke, Dr. Marco Fischer, Dr. Michelle Kammel, and Dr. Anne Oertel. Technical support is provided by Claudia Hammerschmidt, Antje Krippner, and Stefan Schwoch.

• Heterogeneous catalysis
• Hydrogen science and engineering
• Parahydrogen-induced polarization
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Ruixuan Qin serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Xiamen University's College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, focusing on advanced catalytic systems for sustainable chemical production since 2022. Education background: PhD in Chemistry, Xiamen University (2013-2019) Bachelor's Degree, Sun Yat-Sen University (2009-2013) His research integrates heterogeneous catalysis with hydrogen science, specializing in parahydrogen-induced polarization techniques, hydrogen isotopic labeling, and separation processes. Work emphasizes fundamental surface mechanisms to enable green chemical synthesis through precise catalyst design. Analysis of 2023-2024 publications reveals dominant themes in palladium-based nanocatalysts for selective hydrogenation, with key innovations in oxygen vacancy engineering, surface ligand control, and atomically dispersed metal systems. Research consistently bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation to optimize catalyst performance. Based at Xiamen University's National Engineering Laboratory for Green Chemical Productions of Alcohols-Ethers-Esters (NEL-AEE), his work directly supports sustainable industrial chemical processes through fundamental catalytic discoveries.

Gina ShreveView profile

Associate Professor

• Biocatalysis
• Multiphase Reactor Design
• Sensor Design
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Gina Shreve is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at Wayne State University . With expertise in biocatalysis, environmental microbiology, and sensor development, her research spans multiphase reactor design, biosurfactant applications, and membrane bioreactor systems for environmental remediation. Education: Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan (1991) M.S., Microbiology & Immunology, University of Michigan (1986) B.S., Biochemistry (University of Michigan) Her work focuses on: Molecular dynamics simulations of surfactant micelle structures Development of pathogen/environmental toxin detection sensors Protein structure/function modeling for serine proteases Bioremediation of chlorinated hydrocarbons in anaerobic systems Transport phenomena in membrane bioreactors Computational analysis of biosurfactant-enhanced hydrocarbon degradation Recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on biosurfactant characterization , environmental sensor development , and hydrocarbon degradation mechanisms . Her group combines experimental data with computational modeling to optimize bioremediation processes. Scientific recognition includes: National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding National Science Foundation (NSF) grants Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awards US Patent #6,848,295 for acoustic wave sensor technology Active in education, she teaches core chemical engineering courses including CHE3820 - Chemical Engineering Laboratory and CHE3220 - Measurements Laboratory . Her research integrates experimental methods with theoretical modeling for environmental and biosynthetic applications.

• Organic Electrochemistry
• Electroorganic Synthesis
• Anodic Coupling Reactions
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Dr. Maximilian Selt is a PostDoc researcher in the Department of Chemistry at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, working under Prof. Siegfried R. Waldvogel since 2020. His research focuses on advancing sustainable electrochemical methods for organic synthesis, particularly in electroorganic chemistry and flow electrosynthesis applications. His academic journey includes: Bachelor of Chemistry (2011-2014) at Mainz University with thesis in Waldvogel group Master of Chemistry (2014-2016) at Mainz University with thesis in Waldvogel group PhD in Chemistry (2016-2020) completed in the Waldvogel research group Dr. Selt specializes in electroorganic synthesis, with core expertise in anodic C-C homo-coupling reactions and oxidative coupling methodologies. His work pioneers practical applications of electrochemistry for synthesizing complex molecules like biphenols and pharmaceuticals, emphasizing scalability and sustainability through flow chemistry systems. He has developed novel approaches for supporting-electrolyte-free processes and modular electrolytic flow cells that address industrial implementation challenges. Analysis of his publication trends reveals a strategic progression from fundamental electrochemical mechanisms (2015-2016) toward applied flow systems (2019-2021), demonstrating increasing focus on scalable manufacturing solutions. His research consistently targets pharmaceutical-relevant syntheses, including oxycodone production via anodic coupling, while maintaining strong emphasis on green chemistry principles and safety. As an integral member of the Waldvogel research group, Dr. Selt contributes to multiple collaborative projects including the BMBF-funded ETOS Zukunftscluster. The group maintains specialized laboratories for organic electrochemistry, oxidative coupling reactions, hazardous compound sensing, and supramolecular chemistry, with active participation in international symposia and industry partnerships.

• Organic Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Carbon Cycling
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Yu (Frank) Yang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno. His research focuses on the redox and complexation chemistry of organic carbon in natural and engineered systems, with implications for carbon cycles, climate change, and water reuse. University: University of Nevada, Reno Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering Academic Rank: Associate Professor Research interests include: Redox chemistry of organic carbon Quinone and organic ligand analysis High-resolution mass spectrometry Metabolomics Climate change impacts Water reuse technologies The Yang Lab develops methods to identify reactive organic carbon species like quinones and lignin-derived ligands, using chemical tagging and advanced analytical techniques. Recent projects examine biochar-mediated dehalogenation, wildfire effects on watersheds, Arctic pollutant exposure, and contaminant fate at rubberized asphalt interfaces. Scientific awards and honors are currently unavailable in the provided data. Yu Yang’s group applies multidisciplinary approaches to address environmental challenges, including carbon cycling in soil ecosystems, contaminant remediation, and sustainable water management solutions.

Lorenz AdrianView profile

Professor

• Microbial Biotechnology
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Organohalide Respiration
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Professor Lorenz Adrian serves as Department Head of Molecular Environmental Biotechnology at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in Leipzig since 2023 and holds a Professorship for Geobiotechnology at Technische Universität Berlin since 2017. His research program focuses on molecular investigation of anaerobic microbial processes that can mitigate climate change and remediate contaminated environments, with particular emphasis on organohalide-respiring bacteria like Dehalococcoides . His work bridges environmental biotechnology and microbial physiology to develop novel bioremediation strategies. Adrian's research interests center on organohalide respiration , anaerobic microbial metabolism , and bioremediation of contaminated sites . His laboratory investigates the molecular mechanisms of microbial dechlorination processes, with applications in environmental cleanup of chlorinated compounds. His work combines molecular biology , proteomics , stable isotope probing , and environmental microbiology to understand how microorganisms can be harnessed for environmental protection. The research has significant implications for climate change mitigation through microbial processes that reduce greenhouse gas emissions from contaminated sites. Analysis of Professor Adrian's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on organohalide-respiring bacteria , particularly Dehalococcoides species, with investigations into their proton motive force generation, respiratory complexes, and dehalogenation mechanisms. His work also extends to anammox bacteria for nitrogen removal, microbial community analysis using advanced proteomic techniques, and biodegradation of emerging contaminants like pharmaceuticals and artificial sweeteners in wastewater. The research integrates molecular microbiology , biochemistry , and environmental engineering approaches to address pressing environmental challenges. Professor Adrian actively supervises students and researchers at both UFZ and TU Berlin, offering courses in Geobiotechnology for Master's students in Biotechnology and Environmental Engineering. His teaching integrates theoretical knowledge with practical laboratory experience in microbial biotechnology. His research group, the Molecular Environmental Biotechnology team at UFZ, works closely with infrastructure including Systemic Environmental Biotechnology and Technical Biogeochemistry Integration Platform. The team collaborates extensively within UFZ's Sustainable Ecotechnologies research unit and with academic partners worldwide to advance understanding of microbial processes for environmental applications.

Katrin MackenzieView profile

Professor

• Environmental Chemistry
• Water Treatment Technologies
• Nanoremediation
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Dr. Katrin Mackenzie is Professor and Department Head of Technical Biogeochemistry at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ in Leipzig, Germany. With over 30 years of research experience, she leads cutting-edge work in environmental chemistry and water treatment technologies. Her leadership extends to serving on the Supervisory Board of the UFZ since 2017, and she previously served as Acting Head of the Department of Environmental Engineering (2021-2023). Dr. Mackenzie's educational background includes: Diploma in Chemistry and PhD (Dr. rer. nat.) from Technical University Leuna-Merseburg (1991) Research stay at Oxford University (UK) as Stifterverband Fellow (1991) Research stay at Institute of Catalysis of the Russian Academy of Science, Novosibirsk (1989-1990) Postdoctoral Research Associate at State University of New York, Binghamton, USA (1992-1994) Her research program centers on innovative solutions for water contamination challenges. Dr. Mackenzie specializes in environmental catalysis , particularly for dehalogenation of organic pollutants and treatment of halogenated micropollutants including PFAS. Her work bridges fundamental chemistry with practical applications through nanoremediation technologies like Carbo-Iron® and colloidal activated carbon. She investigates reactive material design for targeted subsurface particle transport and activation of persulfate for water treatment, addressing critical environmental challenges in groundwater remediation. Her laboratory develops advanced materials for water purification with emphasis on sustainability and field applicability. Analysis of Dr. Mackenzie's recent publications reveals a strong focus on advanced materials for water treatment, particularly targeting persistent organic pollutants like PFAS. Her work demonstrates an integration of nanotechnology, catalysis, and environmental engineering to develop innovative remediation strategies. Key trends include the development of novel adsorbents, catalytic systems for dehalogenation, and field applications of nanoremediation technologies. Her research increasingly incorporates data analysis techniques to optimize treatment processes and understand contaminant behavior in complex environmental matrices, with growing emphasis on urban water cycle integration and climate resilience. Dr. Mackenzie has led numerous significant research projects including: ÖLKAT: Mobile separation device for oil-water mixtures (2024-2025) CLEANER: Pollutant-sink functions of Blue-Green Infrastructures (2023-2026) KONATES: Model application for contaminated aquifers (2022-2025) FABEKO: Groundwater protection through PFAS-contaminated soil treatment (2021-2023) NanoRem: Nanotechnological remediation processes (2013-2017) Her research group, the Working Group 'Environmental Catalysis - Reductive Processes,' focuses on developing and implementing innovative remediation technologies. The team collaborates extensively with international partners and has successfully translated laboratory findings into field applications, particularly through the development of Carbo-Iron® technology for groundwater treatment. Current work emphasizes sustainable solutions for emerging contaminants and integration of water treatment technologies with urban infrastructure for climate-resilient cities.

Steven RokitaView profile

Professor

• Bioorganic Chemistry
• Biochemistry
• Enzyme Catalysis
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Steven Rokita is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Johns Hopkins University, where he also directs the Chemistry-Biology Interface Graduate Training Program. He has previously held faculty positions at the University of Maryland, College Park, and SUNY Stony Brook. His research bridges chemical and biological sciences with a focus on enzyme mechanisms and nucleic acid chemistry. Education: B.S. in Chemistry, University of California, Berkeley Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) NIH Postdoctoral Fellow, Rockefeller University Dr. Rokita's research interests center on bioorganic chemistry and biochemistry, particularly the chemical reactivity of biological macromolecules. His lab investigates enzymatic dehalogenation, especially the flavin-dependent iodotyrosine deiodinase, and reversible covalent chemistry involving quinone methide intermediates. These studies integrate organic synthesis, physical organic chemistry, protein and nucleic acid chemistry, and molecular biology to explore enzyme catalysis and DNA modification. His recent publications reflect a strong focus on DNA conformation effects on lesion reversibility, substrate electronics in enzyme mechanisms, and the functional evolution of dehalogenases. The work spans from fundamental mechanistic enzymology to applications in DNA repair and bioremediation. Dr. Rokita has mentored numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, many of whom have gone on to successful independent careers. He continues to lead an active research group at Johns Hopkins, supervising projects on IYD function, quinone methide dynamics, and azoreductase-sensitive prodrugs. His laboratory contributes significantly to understanding how transient electrophilic intermediates like quinone methides can be harnessed for targeted DNA modification, with implications for drug development and molecular biology tools.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Geochemistry
• Contaminant Hydrology
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Prof. Dr. Stefan B. Haderlein leads the Environmental Mineralogy & Chemistry group at the University of Tübingen's Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. He has served as Chair of this group since 2002, following leadership roles at ETH Zurich institutions and Eawag. His research focuses on mineral-water interactions, contaminant hydrology, and redox chemistry processes. Dr.sc.nat. in Environmental Sciences (ETH Zurich, 1992) Diploma in Sanitary Engineering & Water Pollution Control (ETH Zurich, 1988) Diploma in Geoecology (University of Bayreuth, 1987) His research interests span environmental mineralogy, contaminant transport mechanisms, and redox reactions at mineral-water interfaces. Key work includes electron transfer processes between iron minerals and organic compounds, isotope fractionation in contaminant degradation, and pollutant sorption dynamics. Recent publications address iron mineral reactivity, particularly magnetite and green rust systems. His work combines experimental geochemistry with environmental applications, covering topics like contaminant hydrology, redox transformations, and isotope geochemistry. Swiss National Science Foundation Fellowship (1996) ETH Zurich Medal for Outstanding Dissertation (1992) University of Bayreuth Diploma Award (1987) Haderlein has advised numerous PhD students and served in leadership roles including Head of the Geoecology Program (since 2010) and Director of the Center for Applied Geosciences (2004-2006). He edited the Journal of Contaminant Hydrology (2004-2010) and co-led the international PhD program 'GeoEnviron' (2007-2017).

Oana LucaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Physical Inorganic Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Organometallic Chemistry
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Oana Luca is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she leads interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Physical, Inorganic, and Organic Chemistry. Her work focuses on developing scalable, environmentally benign redox processes for solar fuel conversions, CO2 capture, and sustainable chemical synthesis. Education: Ph.D. in Inorganic and Physical Organic Chemistry from Yale University (2013) Postdoctoral Experience: California Institute of Technology (Staff Scientist), The Scripps Research Institute (CA) Key research themes include: Physical Inorganic Chemistry Inorganic Chemistry Organometallic Chemistry Solar Fuel Conversions Recent publications emphasize predictive energetic tuning of nucleophiles for CO2 capture, electrochemical radical generation, and redox-driven recycling of polyesters. Collaborative projects span electrochemical reactor design, thermodynamic sensitivity analysis, and ligand engineering for catalytic systems. Scientific Awards: AAAS Program for Excellence in Science Yale University Scientific Teaching Fellow Her lab trains graduate and undergraduate researchers, with alumni transitioning to industry roles (e.g., Tessa Myren at Amgen). Grants from RASEI SEED, RIO SEED, and NSF support her work on renewable energy technologies.