Robin Grote

Robin Grote is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. She holds a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of California, Irvine (2010) and a B.A. in Chemistry from San Diego State University (2005). Her professional experience includes roles at Otterbein University and postdoctoral research at Columbia University.

• Education:
• Ph.D., Organic Chemistry; University of California, Irvine (2010)
• B.A., Chemistry; San Diego State University (2005)

Her research focuses on developing safe and cost-effective synthetic organic chemistry methods for pharmaceuticals and consumer products. Current projects emphasize one-pot cyclodehydration reactions and natural product derivatives. Students in her lab gain expertise in organic synthesis, instrumentation, and foundational chemistry principles.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Teaching responsibilities include courses such as CHM 302, CHM 303, and CHM 405. She has held academic positions at both UW-La Crosse and Otterbein University, reflecting her sustained commitment to education and research.