Louis Cuccia

Louis Cuccia is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Concordia University, serving as Graduate Program Director. He holds a PhD from McGill University and teaches courses including Introductory Organic Chemistry I (Chem-221) and Advanced Organic Chemistry IV - Structure & Stereochemistry (Chem-325), with plans to introduce a new course on Supramolecular Materials exploring biological hierarchical structures as inspiration for advanced materials.

• Education: PhD in Chemistry, McGill University

His research focuses on chiral crystals, mirror symmetry breaking, chiral amplification, and supramolecular chemistry. His work spans mechanochemical synthesis of organic compounds, chiral crystallization mechanisms, triboelectric nanogenerators, and biomimetic materials. Recent publications highlight innovations in solvent-free reactions, chiral induction, and applications of supramolecular principles to nanotechnology and energy devices.

The 15 most recent articles (2019–2025) demonstrate expertise in mechanochemistry, supramolecular assembly, and chiral materials. Key themes include triboelectric energy harvesting, chiral amplification through grinding/abrasion, and design of bioinspired materials. Collaborative work extends to pedagogical tools for nanogenerator education and fundamental studies of molecular interactions at interfaces.

Professional activities include leading the Cuccia Research Group, though specific scientific awards or grants are not detailed in available information. His teaching integrates current literature on bioinspired materials, polymer science, and nanomechanics.