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Nathaniel Szymczak is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Michigan. He obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Oregon and completed his postdoctoral studies as a fellow at MIT and Caltech. His research focuses on the development of molecular design strategies to address grand challenges in small molecule activation and catalysis. His program explores the use of secondary-sphere interactions to control reactivity and promote difficult transformations. He investigates various areas including energy storage, bioinorganic chemistry, and organometallic chemistry, particularly through the manipulation of transition metal compounds and the design of synthetic catalysts. His expertise extends to hydrogen transfer catalysis for upgrading low-cost chemical feedstocks and investigating small molecule systems to understand enzymatic reactions. Szymczak has received several awards, including the JACS Young Investigator Award and the Sloan Research Fellowship, and is recognized for his contribution to the field of chemistry. He leads a research group that aims to develop innovative catalytic systems for a sustainable chemical future.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science