Juan C. Scaiano

Professor Juan C. Scaiano is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on photochemistry, nanomaterials, catalysis, and health sciences applications, employing advanced laser techniques and spectroscopic tools. The Scaiano Group investigates supramolecular systems, antioxidants, fluorescence detectors, and reaction mechanisms involving free radicals and carbanions. Their work emphasizes mechanistic understanding through techniques like single molecule microscopy.

Research interests include organic and biological chemistry, physical/ theoretical chemistry, kinetics of organic reactions, and applications of nanomaterials in health sciences. The group utilizes state-of-the-art facilities for photochemical studies and material synthesis.

No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided texts. The Scaiano Group's activities are centered in the Faculty of Science, with a focus on interdisciplinary research at the interface of chemistry and biomedical sciences.