Dr. John Wolfe

Professor

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Biography

John Wolfe is a Professor of Chemistry at the University of Michigan, serving as the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies. He specializes in Organic Chemistry and Organometallic Chemistry, focusing on new synthetic methods and catalysis. His research group is dedicated to the development of innovative synthetic methodologies, particularly utilizing new transition metal catalysts for asymmetric synthesis. Wolfe's work addresses significant challenges in the efficient and economical synthesis of biologically active molecules. His research contributions include new metal-catalyzed reactions and the study of new reaction mechanisms, contributing to the total synthesis of natural products. His laboratory's efforts in the area of organometallic chemistry underscore the potential applications of these methods in producing complex organic molecules in a stereocontrolled manner, with implications for drug discovery and development. Wolfe's academic accolades include several prestigious awards for his teaching and research efforts, indicating his significant impact in the field of chemistry.

Research Interests

Awards

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LSA John Dewey Award

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GlaxoSmithKline Chemistry Scholar Award

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Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Awards

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William R. Roush Junior Faculty Development Award

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Lilly Grantee Award

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Amgen Young Investigator Award

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3M Untenured Faculty Award

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Dreyfus New Faculty Award

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Lilly Unrestricted Research Award

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Research Corporation Innovation Award

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science