Peter Norris

Dr. Peter Norris is a Professor in the Department of Chemical & Biological Sciences at Youngstown State University. A synthetic organic chemist with a focus on carbohydrate chemistry, he has been recognized with multiple YSU Distinguished Professor Awards in both Teaching and Research (2019, 2012, and 1998). His work spans heterocyclic chemistry, sugar derivatives, and reaction mechanism studies.

• B.Sc. in Chemistry (Honours), Salford University (1986)
• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, The Ohio State University (1992)
• Postdoctoral Research, American University (1993-1996)

Professor Norris specializes in synthetic organic chemistry with a focus on carbohydrate derivatives and heterocyclic systems. His research involves developing novel synthetic methods for glycosyl amides, azide chemistry in sugar synthesis, and diastereoselective ether formation using transition metal catalysis. Recent publications highlight his contributions to heterocyclic chemistry (2021) and structural analysis of sugar compounds.

His work demonstrates a consistent focus on organic synthesis methodology, particularly in carbohydrate chemistry and stereoselective transformations. The seven listed publications from 2008-2021 reveal expertise in glycosylation, azide reactions, and heterocycle formation, with applications in pharmaceutical and structural chemistry.

• YSU Distinguished Professor Award in Teaching (2019)
• YSU Distinguished Professor Award in Research (2012)
• YSU Distinguished Professor Award in Research (1998)