معرفی
Dr Shepherd Siangwata is a Research Fellow in Materials at the Sustainable Environment Research Centre, part of the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science. His research focuses on organometallic synthesis, coordination chemistry, green chemistry, and homogeneous catalysis, particularly in sustainable utilization of precious metals for CO2 activation. He collaborates with Associate Professor Gareth Owen on novel synthetic strategies for CO2 conversion.
Education:
- PhD in Chemistry (University of Cape Town, South Africa): Focused on platinum group metals and dendritic catalysts for hydroformylation.
- Postdoctoral Research (University of Cape Town): Developed ruthenium-based bimetallic complexes with anti-proliferative potential.
Research Projects:
- Low-cost and Highly Sensitive PFAS Detection Using Surface-enhanced Stimulated Raman Spectroscopy and Big Data Mining (2024–2025).
Scientific Contributions: Active in iridium-based catalysis, ligand design, and sustainable chemical processes. His work bridges fundamental chemistry with industrial applications, emphasizing environmental sustainability.
Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Sustainable Environment Research Centre, focusing on green catalytic systems and materials innovation.
