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Laina M. Geary is an Associate Professor at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR), where she has led the Geary Lab since 2014. Her research focuses on catalytic organic synthesis, particularly developing chemoselective methods for C-C and C-X bond formation and understanding their mechanisms. She holds a B.Sc.(Hons.) from the University of Manitoba (2005) and a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (2010), followed by postdoctoral research at the University of Texas at Austin under Prof. Michael Krische. Notable awards include the NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship and the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship.
Her work spans transition metal and Lewis acid catalysis, with key projects including advancements in the Pauson-Khand Reaction, catalytic Wittig reactions, and the application of N-oxides in synthesis. Collaborations include work with the Shearer group on organocobalt intermediates and studies on alcohol substitution mechanisms. The Geary Lab emphasizes minimizing waste and functional group compatibility in synthetic strategies.
- Education: B.Sc.(Hons.) Chemistry (2005), Ph.D. Organic Chemistry (2010) – University of Manitoba
- Postdoctoral Training: Prof. Michael Krische (UT Austin), Prof. Philip Hultin (U of M)
- Lab Focus: Organic synthesis, organometallic chemistry, and mechanistic studies
Publications highlight innovations in catalytic methods, such as oxygen atom transfer and ruthenium-catalyzed reactions. Her research bridges synthetic efficiency with mechanistic insights, aiming to address limitations in traditional organic chemistry methods.
