Dr. Linda Doerrer

Professor

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Biography

Linda Doerrer is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Boston University. She specializes in synthetic inorganic chemistry, focusing on the use of highly fluorinated aryloxide alkoxide ligands to stabilize high oxidation states of first-row transition metals. Her research involves creating phenolate alkoxide anions and investigating their reactivity with a variety of oxidizing and reducing agents. She is exploring novel methods for synthesizing one-dimensional nanowires, drawing on metallophilicity phenomena to facilitate these assemblies. Doerrer's lab utilizes advanced techniques and resources for handling oxygen and water-sensitive compounds. Her group is engaged in significant interdisciplinary research collaborations and has received multiple grants from notable agencies such as the American Chemical Society and the National Science Foundation.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

Boston University • Boston, MA

Leading research in synthetic inorganic chemistry and overseeing the Doerrer Group.

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
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  • Two letters of recommendation
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  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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