Meredith Borden

Meredith Borden is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Trinity University, specializing in organic and polymer chemistry with a focus on sustainable materials. She holds a B.A. in Chemistry from Carleton College, a Ph.D. and M.A. from Princeton University, and completed postdoctoral research at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Her research bridges photocatalysis, polymer synthesis, and computational methods to develop eco-friendly polymers. She teaches Organic Chemistry and has garnered awards such as the 2022 Polymeric Materials Future Faculty Award and the 2017 Pickering Teaching Award.

Her research group, The Borden Group, emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches using visible light to innovate polymer synthesis. Collaborative projects include modifying poly(caprolactone) degradation via C-H functionalization and exploring asymmetric ion-pairing in polymerization. Notable publications include work in Macromolecules, ACS Catalysis, and Nature Chemistry.

Award recognition highlights her contributions to polymer science and teaching excellence. She actively mentors students, including the WinSPIRE program, and engages in professional development workshops to advance her academic career. Her work aims to address sustainability challenges through innovative chemical methodologies.