
TG
Unit: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: Department of Chemistry
Office location and address
409 McCormick Rd
Charlottesville,
Virginia
22903
Publications
Sponsored Awards
AS-CHEM Ligand Controlled Redox Catalysis with Late Transition Metal Complexes
Source: U.S. NSF - Directorate Math. & Physical Sciences
August 01, 2021 – July 31, 2024
AS-CHEM Development of Hybrid Solid Materials for Stable Molecular Water Oxidation Anodes
Source: U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF)
September 01, 2018 – August 31, 2022
AS-CHEM-New Catalysts for Hydrocarbon Partial Oxidation
Source: U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF)
August 01, 2018 – July 31, 2022
A-CHEM Development of Transition Metal Catalysts for the Functionalization of Carbon-H2 Bonds
Source: U.S. Department Of Energy - Chicago
January 01, 2010 – July 31, 2022
AS-CHEM New Strategies for Direct Partial Oxidation of Natural Gas for Well Head Distribution
Source: UT-Battelle, LLC
November 26, 2018 – September 30, 2021
AS-CHEM-Development of Group 9 Transition Metal Cataysts for Hydrocarbon Functionalization
Source: U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF)
August 01, 2015 – July 31, 2019
AS-CHEM Center for Catalytic Hydrocarbon Functionalization - EFRC
Source: U.S. Department Of Energy - Chicago
August 01, 2009 – July 31, 2015
AS-CHEM Activation of Carbon-Hydrogen Bonds
Source: U.S. NSF - Directorate Math. & Physical Sciences
July 01, 2012 – June 30, 2015
MRI: Acquisition of X-Ray Single-Crystal CCD Diffractometer at the University of Virginia
Source: U.S. NSF - Directorate Math. & Physical Sciences
September 15, 2011 – August 31, 2014
Courses
Credits: 3
Introduces the principles and applications of chemistry. Topics include stoichiometry, chemical equations and reactions, chemical bonding, states of matter, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and descriptive chemistry of the elements. For students planning to elect further courses in chemistry, physics, and biology and to fulfill prehealth prerequisites. CHEM 1411 may be taken concurrently or after completing 1410. Drop/withdrawal from CHEM 1410, requires drop/withdrawal from CHEM 1411. A grade of C- or higher is required to take CHEM 1420.
Credits: 3
Introduces the principles and applications of chemistry. Topics include stoichiometry, chemical equations and reactions, chemical bonding, states of matter, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and descriptive chemistry of the elements. For students planning to elect further courses in chemistry, physics, and biology and to fulfill prehealth prerequisites. Prerequisite: CHEM 1611 or 1411 may be taken concurrently or after completing 1610. Drop/withdrawal from CHEM 1610, requires drop/withdrawal from CHEM 1611/1411. A grade of C- or higher required for CHEM 1620.
Credits: 3
Introduces the electronic structure of atoms and simple molecules, including basic concepts and applications of symmetry and group theory. The chemistry of the main group elements is described using energetics, structure, and reaction pathways to provide a theoretical background. Emphasizes applying these concepts to predicting the stability and developing synthetic routes to individual compounds or classes. Prerequisite: CHEM 4320 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
The focus of this course is to prepare students for their Chemistry Ph.D. candidacy exam & to develop appropriate written & oral communication skills. Each student will prepare several written abstracts & make oral presentations for the class in a format that largely mimics the candidacy exam. Students are required to attend departmental seminars & colloquia to expand their knowledge of current experimental and theoretical frontiers in science.
Credits: 1
Skill in scientific writing is as essential for scientists as learning the experimental techniques and analysis methods of their field. Mastery of the skills for expository writing is essential to write an effective scientific document and the genres of scientific communication. Three writing assignments - a draft of each, which will be extensively marked up, & then a final version which will be subjected to a peer review & expert review.
Credits: 3
This course will survey exoplanet detection methods, formation, properties, atmospheres, spectra and habitability.
Credits: 1–12
For students pursuing a masters degree and conducting research.
Credits: 1–12
Research in Synthetic and Mechanistic Organometallic Chemistry
Credits: 1–12
For doctoral research, taken before a dissertation advisor has been selected.