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Jeffrey Katz is the William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Chemistry and Associate Chair of the Chemistry Department at Colby College. He holds a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania (1995) and a Ph.D. from Harvard University (2002), where he worked with David Evans. His research integrates synthetic organic, physical organic, and materials chemistry to develop nanoscale molecular scaffolds and supramolecular systems, with particular focus on macrocyclic aromatic arrays bridged by heteroatoms. Key techniques include solid-state conformation analysis via X-ray diffraction.
Research interests span:
- Organic synthesis and reaction methodology development
- Supramolecular architectures and host-guest systems
- Polymeric materials for catalytic applications
- Sustainable chemistry and green processes
- Chemistry education and K-12 outreach innovations
Publication analysis reveals four primary domains: 1) Advanced organic synthesis methodologies, 2) Supramolecular system design, 3) Sustainable catalyst development, and 4) Chemistry education research. Recent work emphasizes green chemistry metrics, recyclable catalysts, and accessible science demonstrations.
He leads the Katz Research Group, mentoring undergraduate researchers through Colby's TIM NSF-REU program. Group projects investigate heterogeneous catalysts, bioplastics, and nanocatalyst visualization. He holds patents for polymeric ion conductors and polyarylene oxide catalysts.
