Scott Geyer

Scott Geyer is an Associate Teaching Professor of Chemistry at Wake Forest University, located in Winston-Salem, NC. He holds a B.S. (2005) from the University of Virginia and a Ph.D. (2010) from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, followed by postdoctoral research at Stanford University.

Research Focus: Dr. Geyer’s research bridges chemical education and materials science. In pedagogy, he emphasizes laboratory course design to enhance student decision-making and scientific communication skills, particularly for graduate program applications. His materials research explores nanocrystal-based catalytic systems for energy applications, including water splitting, CO2 reduction, and photocatalytic processes.

Key Contributions: His work includes developing trifunctional electrocatalysts for water splitting, lead-free perovskite alternatives for CO2 reduction, and scalable H2O2 electrosynthesis. His studies often combine computational modeling (e.g., DFT simulations) with experimental synthesis of nanomaterials.

Awards & Recognition: No specific awards listed, though his publications reflect sustained contributions to catalysis and nanomaterial research.

Advising & Grants: While no advisees are listed, his teaching role likely involves mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in laboratory practices and research methodologies. His work is supported by grants focused on sustainable energy materials.

Labs & Teams: Engaged with Wake Forest’s chemistry department labs, contributing to interdisciplinary efforts in nanomaterials and sustainable chemistry.