Shara Compton

Shara Compton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Delaware, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. Her academic career focuses on the interplay between enzyme structure and function.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of California-Davis

Research Interests center on elucidating the catalytic mechanisms of enzymes through structural and functional analysis. Her work examines uncharacterized enzymes with known 3D structures to understand their biochemical roles.

Publications highlight her expertise in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, particularly in studying protonation states and hydrogen bonding in pyridoxal 5'-phosphate enzymes. This research bridges structural biology and enzymatic catalysis.

Teaching Intensive Role emphasizes her commitment to academic instruction in chemistry and biochemistry. While no specific awards or grants are listed in the provided materials, her research contributions demonstrate a focus on fundamental enzyme dynamics.