Robert Beer

Robert Beer is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean for STEM and Pre-Health Education at Fordham University's Department of Chemistry. His research focuses on Coordination Chemistry, Bioinorganic Chemistry, and STEM Education. He leads a lab (JMH 508) and teaches Inorganic and General Chemistry courses.

Research Interests

• Coordination chemistry of transition metals
• Bioinorganic mechanisms of DNA/RNA cleavage
• Development of STEM education curricula
• Design of novel ligands for chemical synthesis
• Solid-state characterization of polyoxometalates

His publications span 20+ years, emphasizing molecular mechanisms (e.g., Fenton chemistry), structural analysis via NMR/X-ray crystallography, and educational innovations in STEM fields. No notable awards were listed.

Lab & Office

Conducts research in JMH 508 and maintains an office in JMH 634.