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Robert Torregrosa is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Graduate Program Director at the University of Saint Joseph (USJ), where he joined in 2023. He previously served as an Assistant Professor at Athens State University (AL). His academic background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Kansas and a B.S. from the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines. His research focuses on developing catalytic reaction methodologies, particularly using ionic liquids and cross-coupling reactions, alongside investigations into anticonvulsant drug design. He is affiliated with the American Chemical Society (ACS) Organic Chemistry Division and Sigma Xi.
Dr. Torregrosa teaches courses such as Fundamental Chemical Principles II, Advanced Organic Chemistry, and lab modules. His work spans organic synthesis innovations and medicinal chemistry, with a focus on transition metal-catalyzed processes and neuroprotective compounds. His publications highlight advancements in oxidation reactions, palladium-catalyzed decarboxylative benzylation, and drug development for epilepsy.
His research trends emphasize green chemistry approaches (e.g., using sand as a solvent substitute) and interdisciplinary applications of catalysis in both synthetic and pharmaceutical contexts. No awards or grants are explicitly noted, though his active publication record reflects sustained academic contribution.
