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Michael Gerken is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge, AB. His research focuses on inorganic fluorine chemistry, particularly transition-metal sulfide fluorides and main-group oxide fluorides.
- Degrees: Diplom der Chemie (M.Sc equivalent), Gerhard Mercator Universität Duisburg; Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry, McMaster University
Professor Gerken specializes in solid-state NMR spectroscopy, X-ray crystallography, and vibrational spectroscopy for characterizing inorganic fluorides. His work has been funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) with grants totaling $35,000/year (2008-12) and $40,000/year (2005-07).
Recent research outputs include studies on SF4 structures, tungsten fluoride anions, and xenon fluoride coordination compounds. His expertise spans inorganic fluorine chemistry and advanced spectroscopic techniques.
Scientific Awards:
- NSERC Grant: $35,000 per year (2008-12)
- NSERC Grant: $40,000/year (2005-07)
Professor Gerken leads the Canadian Centre for Research in Advanced Fluorine Technologies (C-CRAFT) laboratory, advancing fluorine-based materials research. Contact: michael.gerken@uleth.ca.
