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Kristopher Waynant is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Idaho, affiliated with the College of Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry (New Mexico State University, 2008) and a B.S./B.A. in Biochemistry/Chemistry (Virginia Tech, 2002). His postdoctoral research included positions at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Oregon State University, and Colgate University.
His research focuses on synthetic organic chemistry, coordination chemistry, catalysis, and materials science. Key areas include designing novel ligands for metal coordination complexes, developing zwitterionic hydrogels for biomedical and environmental applications, and investigating sustainable methods for metal recovery from electronic waste. He actively contributes to undergraduate education through course-based research experiences (CUREs) in chemistry and bioremediation.
Waynant teaches courses such as CHEM 277 (Organic Chemistry I) and CHEM 278 (Organic Chemistry I Lab). His work bridges fundamental chemical research with practical applications in environmental remediation and materials innovation. Recent publications highlight advancements in catalytic systems, hydrogel design, and ligand-based metal recovery processes.
His research group, Waynant Research, emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and undergraduate involvement in cutting-edge projects. While no scientific awards are explicitly noted, his contributions to hydrogel development and coordination chemistry are widely recognized in the field.
