Alexander Spokoyny
استاد · Organometallic Chemistry
University of California, Los Angelesمعرفی
Dr. Alexander Spokoyny is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), specializing in Inorganic Chemistry, Nanoscience, and Bioconjugation. His research bridges organometallic chemistry, materials science, and systems biology through innovative boron cluster chemistry and molecular design.
- Fields of Interest: Organometallic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Nanoscience, Materials Science, Bioconjugation, Boron Cluster Chemistry
Spokoyny’s work focuses on synthesizing atomically precise hybrid nanomaterials and developing organometallic reagents for bioconjugation. His recent studies explore charge transport in doped polymers, polaron dynamics in graphene nanoribbons, and boron cluster-based ionophores for ion sensing and medical applications.
His 15 most recent publications highlight interdisciplinary trends in materials design, including semiconductor doping, bioconjugation strategies, and boron cluster functionalization. These works span computational modeling, electrochemical synthesis, and experimental validation of novel nanomaterials and reagents.
- Scientific Recognition: NSF CAREER Award (2019) for phosphorescent OLED materials using carborane ligands
While no direct student list is provided, Spokoyny actively mentors through undergraduate research programs and contributes to teaching initiatives. His collaborations with nanotechnology and biochemistry groups underscore his role in advancing synthetic methods for biomedical and electronic applications.
