Jørn H Hansen

Jørn H Hansen is a Professor in Organic/Medicinal Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. He leads the Chemical Synthesis and Analysis (CSA) Group and contributes to the SusSTEMEd: Center for Sustainable STEM Education project. His research spans bioactive heterocyclic compounds, photoredox/transition metal catalysis, late-stage functionalization, small-molecule PET radiopharmaceuticals, and molecular sensors.

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (Emory University, USA)
• M.Tech in Chemistry and Biotechnology (NTNU, Norway)

His recent research focuses on green synthesis methods, marine-inspired antifoulants, and photoredox catalysis mechanisms. Publications highlight innovations in benzimidazole synthesis, halogen bonding, and computational/experimental synergy in catalysis. He has supervised numerous interdisciplinary projects in organic chemistry and environmental toxicology.

• 2024: Cryptophane synthesis for methane sensing
• 2023: Teaching reforms and antifouling compound libraries
• 2022: Marine pharmacophore-based enzyme inhibitors
• 2021: Water-compatible indole synthesis and halogen bonding studies
• 2020: Rapid quinoxaline synthesis and GnRH receptor antagonists

Scientific awards include recognition as a Merited teacher. He teaches courses like KJE-3314 Organic Chemistry II and KJE-3308/8308 Organometallic Compounds in Organic Synthesis, emphasizing innovative assessment methods and student engagement.