Redefining Chemistry Through Nature and Design
We harness the intricacies of biological cofactors, natural redox molecules, and catalytic architectures to drive innovation in energy, medicine, and sustainable technology.
Nature-Inspired Molecular Discovery
Exploring enzymes, metabolites, and redox molecules that shape life and inspire new chemical technologies.
Chemistry at the Energy-Biology Interface
Bridging biological catalysis with sustainable energy solutions to address global challenges.
Molecular Innovation for Medicine
Harnessing molecular design and metalloenzymes for light-controlled synthesis of small-molecule and peptide-based therapeutics.
Advanced Tools & Techniques
Using cutting-edge spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and computation to uncover molecular mechanisms.
Collaboration & Interdisciplinary Science
We work across chemistry, biology, engineering, and materials science to advance fundamental science, accelerating discovery and enabling future technology development.
An array of opportunities
A vibrant environment for learning, discovery, and collaboration; supporting students, science, and shared ideas.
Students & Training
- Mentoring graduate, undergraduate, and postdoctoral researchers.
- Building skills in spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and molecular design (synthesis and catalysis).
- Fostering a collaborative, interdisciplinary culture hat connects chemistry, biology, engineering, and materials science.
Facilities & Techniques
- Gloveboxes for air-sensitive chemistry.
- Electrochemical workstations, coin cells, and custom flow cells that enable joint projects with academic and national lab partners.
- Spectroscopy suites and advanced analytical tools that support collaborative, hypothesis-driven fundamental research.
“Our research uncovers fundamental principles of redox chemistry and catalysis, while training the next generation of scientists who carry these discoveries forward”
Shabnam Hematian, Ph.D.
Principal Investigator
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