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Allison M. Rice is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Wake Forest University. She holds a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Westminster College (2014) and a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from the University of South Carolina (2018). Her postdoctoral work (2021) focused on Teacher Scholar initiatives at Wake Forest University. Her dual research focus includes: 1) synthesizing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and covalent organic frameworks (COFs) for energy and optoelectronics applications, and 2) developing nitroimidazole-based antibiotics targeting nitrogen oxide release mechanisms for neglected tropical diseases. She pioneered virtual STEM outreach programs including 'Hands-On Virtual STEM Activities' and 'takeout science kits' to engage K-12 students in the Winston-Salem community.
Education:
- B.Sc. Chemistry, Westminster College (2014)
- Ph.D. Inorganic Chemistry, University of South Carolina (2018)
- Postdoctoral Fellowship, Wake Forest University (2021)
Research Interests:
- Functional MOFs/COFs for energy storage and optoelectronics
- Antibiotic development targeting nitrogen oxide species (NO/HNO)
- Chemical education innovations and STEM outreach
Publications highlight work in Bioorg. Med. Chem. Lett., Biomolecules, Chem. Sci., and leading journals like J. Am. Chem. Soc. and Angew. Chem. Int. Ed. while maintaining active collaborations in both synthetic chemistry and educational outreach.
Her outreach initiatives emphasize community engagement through hands-on science kits and virtual platforms, fostering STEM interest among underrepresented youth. Current projects include integrating MOFs/COFs into therapeutic delivery systems and improving antibiotic efficacy through controlled nitrogen oxide release mechanisms.
