Joseph Mondloch

Joseph Mondloch serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point since 2014, following postdoctoral research at Northwestern University. His expertise lies in porous materials, particularly metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), for catalytic and environmental applications.

His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Colorado State University, a B.S. in Chemistry from St. Cloud State University, and postdoctoral training supported by a Department of Energy fellowship at Northwestern University.

Mondloch's primary research areas encompass the synthesis of porous materials, catalysis utilizing these materials, and water remediation technologies. His work targets critical environmental challenges such as PFAS contamination and chemical warfare agent detoxification, leveraging the unique properties of MOFs for practical solutions.

Analysis of his publication record over the last decade reveals a strong emphasis on MOF-based decontamination, with significant contributions to the hydrolysis of chemical warfare agents like VX and the development of educational laboratory experiments for undergraduate students using MOF-808 for PFAS removal.

His notable scientific awards include:

• UW-Stevens Point University Award for Excellence in Scholarship (2024)
• Omar Farha Research Award for Research Leadership, Northwestern University (2013)
• Department of Energy-Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Postdoctoral research fellowship

Mondloch actively mentors undergraduate students through capstone courses and research projects, though specific graduate advisees are not listed. His research has been supported by competitive fellowships, including the Department of Energy award, indicating a capacity to secure external funding for his innovative work in materials chemistry.

His laboratory at UW-Stevens Point focuses on the synthesis and application of MOFs, operating within the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and collaborating with leading institutions such as Northwestern University in the field of porous materials research.