Sheri Lense

Sheri Lense is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, specializing in bio-inspired multifunctional catalysts for sustainable energy storage solutions. Her research directly addresses critical challenges in renewable energy infrastructure through advanced chemical systems.

Her primary research domains include:

• Development of ambiphilic ligand systems for CO₂ activation and conversion to sustainable fuels
• Design of bio-inspired complexes enabling multi-electron transformations
• Catalyst engineering for nitrogen reduction to ammonia
• Hydrogen storage and release mechanisms

Dr. Lense's work bridges inorganic chemistry with sustainable energy applications, focusing on creating efficient pathways to store solar and wind energy in chemical bonds. Her two major research thrusts target CO₂ recycling and multi-electron catalytic processes essential for next-generation energy carriers.