معرفی
Zach Wickens is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, affiliated with the College of Letters & Science and the Department of Chemistry. His research centers on discovering new catalytic principles to solve challenges in organic synthesis, particularly through electrochemical and photochemical methods.
Education:
- B.A. (2010), Macalester College
- Ph.D. (2015), California Institute of Technology
- NIH Postdoctoral Fellow (2015-18), Harvard University
Research Focus
The Wickens group aims to control reactive species (radicals, ions) for catalytic applications. Key areas include:
- Electrochemical generation of radical ion organocatalysts
- Synergizing electrochemistry and photochemistry for novel reactions
- Developing chemoselective synthetic methodologies
- Addressing industrial challenges via process chemistry
Scientific Recognition
- NIH Postdoctoral Fellowship
- CAREER Award (2021) for electron-primed photocatalysis
- Multiple JACS, Angewandte Chemie, and Science publications
- Featured in Synfacts, Organic Chemistry Portal, and OPR&D highlights
Advising & Collaborations
Dr. Wickens has mentored over 20 students and researchers, including graduate students, postdocs, and visiting scholars. His group collaborates with industry partners (e.g., Merck) and maintains strong ties to institutions like Harvard, Caltech, and Genentech.
