Professor Dr. John Snyder

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Biography

John Snyder is an Emeritus Professor at Boston University's College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in Chemistry. He holds a PhD from the University of Chicago and has conducted significant research in organic synthesis and discovery. His research aims to explore new synthetic methodologies that allow for the synthesis of natural product chemotypes, focusing on novel applications like inverse electron demand Diels-Alder reactions. Snyder's work coordinates with the Boston University Center for Molecular Discovery (BU-CMD), utilizing advanced techniques such as NMR spectroscopy and multimode microwave reactors for reaction optimization. He has received notable awards, including the Metcalf Award for Excellence in Teaching from Boston University and the Henry Camille Dreyfus Foundation's award for Newly Appointed Young Faculty in Chemistry. Snyder has also contributed to multiple research projects and grants, further establishing his role in advancing the field of Chemistry, particularly in biological chemistry problems.

Research Interests

Organic Synthesis Synthetic Methodologies Natural Products Biological Chemistry

Experience

Emeritus Professor

— Present

Boston University • Boston, MA

Specializes in Chemistry and organic synthesis.

Awards

Metcalf Award for Excellence in Teaching

Newly Appointed Young Faculty in Chemistry

Research Fellowship

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement

Required:3.88

TOEFL

Total

Required:100

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Application Checklist

Personal statement
Two letters of recommendation
Resume
LSAT or GRE scores
Transcripts through LSAC

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