Matthew Sprague

Matthew Sprague is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at St. Norbert College, where he leads a computational chemistry laboratory. His research focuses on atmospheric chemistry, particularly ozone and smog dynamics, using quantum mechanics-based computational models. He integrates computational chemistry into teaching across the curriculum, emphasizing chemical modeling and molecular simulations.

His research explores novel chemicals and reactions influencing atmospheric processes, leveraging advanced computational tools. Collaborative student-faculty projects are central to his work. Notable techniques include microwave spectroscopy, cavity ringdown spectroscopy, and thermochemical analysis.

Publications span 2005-2015, with recent emphasis on atmospheric radical behavior, reaction kinetics, and spectroscopic methods. While no awards are listed, his work contributes to foundational understanding of environmental chemical systems. Advising focuses on undergraduate research partnerships, and his lab supports both classroom instruction and innovative research projects.