Iraj Ganjian

Professor Iraj Ganjian is a distinguished academic in the Department of Chemistry at the City University of New York (CUNY). He specializes in organic chemistry with a focus on heterocyclic compounds, organoselenium chemistry, and natural products. His research integrates synthesis, mechanism studies, and applications in medicinal and analytical chemistry.

Education:

• Pharm.D., Teheran University, Iran (1968)
• M.S. and M.Ph., Columbia University (1973-1975)
• Ph.D., Columbia University (1977)
• Postdoctoral Research Fellow, UC Berkeley (1979-1981)

Research Interests: His work spans organic synthesis, organometallic chemistry, and natural products isolation. Key areas include:

• Organoselenium compounds and their reactivity
• Carbohydrate-based chelators for biomedical applications
• Structural elucidation of bioactive compounds using spectroscopic methods
• Insect pheromones and antifeedant agents

His studies often bridge organic synthesis with biological applications, emphasizing functional group transformations and mechanism-driven design.

Publications: Professor Ganjian has published extensively on topics such as prostaglandin biochemistry, heterocyclic synthesis, and medicinal organometallic compounds. His work demonstrates a focus on interdisciplinary research at the interface of chemistry and biology.

Awards:

• Listed in America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals (2007)

Grants & Advising: While specific grants are not detailed, his publications reflect sustained research activity. No formal advisees are listed in the provided text.

Labs & Teams: Affiliated with CUNY's Department of Chemistry laboratories, contributing to collaborative projects in organic synthesis and natural products research.