Nicholas E. Ernst

Dr. Nicholas E. Ernst is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Purdue University Northwest, teaching courses in General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. His research focuses on sustainable chemistry solutions, particularly valorization of cotton textile wastewater through macromolecule recovery in collaboration with USDA ARS.

Education includes:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry from Tulane University
• B.S. in Chemistry from Purdue University Calumet

Research interests span:

• Organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms
• Environmental remediation technologies
• Supramolecular host-guest systems in aqueous environments
• Industrial waste stream valorization

His publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining experimental chemistry with computational and analytical methods, addressing both fundamental questions and practical applications in materials science and environmental technology.