Dr. Kevin Noonan

Professor

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Biography

Kevin Noonan is a Professor and Associate Department Head in the Department of Chemistry at Carnegie Mellon University. He obtained his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of British Columbia in 2008. His research is primarily focused on polymer chemistry, organometallics, and homogeneous catalysis. The Noonan Lab aims to synthesize new compounds that incorporate main group elements, which can significantly impact polymer chemistry and catalysis. The research group emphasizes designing innovative ligand frameworks and developing new methodologies for catalysis, specifically in polyolefin synthesis. Noonan has published extensively on various topics within organic and organometallic chemistry, contributing to the advancement of electronic materials and catalyst systems. Among his notable works are investigations into the properties and applications of functional polymers, and he has been recognized with several prestigious awards throughout his career, including the NSF Career Award and the Army Research Office Young Investigator Award.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Department Head

— Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Leading the department and overseeing academic programs.

Professor

— Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Conducting research and teaching courses in chemistry.

Associate Professor

— Present

Carne Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Lecturing and mentoring students in advanced chemistry topics.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Carne Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Starting an independent research program in chemistry.

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Conducted research in advanced polymer synthesis.

Awards

#2015

NSF Career Award

#2013

Army Research Office Young Investigator Award

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NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship

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NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship (Doctoral Level)

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NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship (Masters Level)

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.