Dr. Mark Workentin

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Biography

Mark S. Workentin is a Professor at Western University specializing in Physical Organic Chemistry. His research focuses on the synthesis and application of noble metal nanoparticles, particularly gold and silver, which have unique properties contributing to various technologies. He investigates the controlled synthesis of these nanoclusters and their interactions, employing methods from physical organic chemistry. Workentin aims to design synthesizing ligands that enhance the functional properties of nanoclusters for applications in nano-medicine, bio-imaging, and drug delivery systems. He is committed to training the next generation of scientists and enhancing collaboration between academia and industry to drive innovation in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1998-01-01 — Present

Western University • London, Ontario, Canada

Teaching and researching in the field of chemistry, focusing on organic materials and nanotechnology.

Awards

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Edward G. Pleva Award

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University Faculty Scholar Fellow

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Premier's Research Excellence Award

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Marilyn Robinson Award

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Canadian National Congress-International Union Pure Applied Chemistry (CNC-IUPAC) Award

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Ontario Confederation University Faculty Associations Award

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Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.