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Anders Thapper is an Associate Professor at Uppsala University, working within the Department of Chemistry - Ångström Laboratory in the Synthetic Molecular Chemistry division. His academic appointment is part of the Faculty of Science and Technology, where he conducts research at the intersection of inorganic chemistry and renewable energy technologies.
Thapper completed his PhD in Inorganic Chemistry at Lund University, Sweden in 2001. Following his doctoral studies, he undertook a postdoctoral position at Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Portugal with Professor José Moura. In 2005, he returned to Sweden for a second postdoctoral position at Uppsala University, where he began studying Photosystem II under Professor Stenbjörn Styring. Since May 2007, he has been employed as a researcher at Uppsala University's Department of Chemistry.
Thapper's research primarily focuses on bioinorganic and biomimetic chemistry, investigating metal complexes that serve as structural and functional models of metal-containing enzymes. His work in artificial photosynthesis centers on developing transition metal complexes as catalysts for water oxidation to oxygen, with the ultimate goal of linking these catalysts to photosensitizers to create solar-driven water oxidation systems. His research spans fundamental studies of catalyst mechanisms to applied work on solar fuel production. Recent publications reveal an expanding research portfolio that now includes lanthanide-based photocatalysis, CO2 reduction, and novel materials for solar energy conversion, demonstrating both depth in his core research area and breadth into related fields.
Thapper's publication record shows consistent output in high-impact journals across chemistry, materials science, and energy research fields. His collaborative work spans multiple international institutions, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his research in renewable energy technologies. While specific grant information isn't provided in the source text, his sustained publication record suggests successful funding for his research program over many years.
Based at the Ångström Laboratory, Thapper works within Uppsala University's established research environment for materials science and renewable energy. His research group appears to be part of broader collaborative efforts in solar fuel production, working with colleagues across chemistry, physics, and engineering disciplines to advance the field of artificial photosynthesis and related energy conversion technologies.
