Professor Dr. Steven Malcolmson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Steven Malcolmson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Duke University, focusing on the discovery of novel methods for the efficient and selective synthesis of small molecule scaffolds. His research emphasizes the design and development of new catalysts and aims to improve the existing catalog of chemical transformations to generate new modes of reactivity. The Malcolmson lab is dedicated to advancing synthetic methodologies that seek to realize new synthetic bond disconnections. With a Ph.D. from Boston College obtained in 2010, he has established a research profile that includes significant publications and grants, reflecting his contributions to the field of synthetic chemistry.

Research Interests

Catalysis Synthetic Chemistry Chemical Transformations Catalytic Synthesis

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Teaching and conducting research in synthetic chemistry, focusing on catalyst development and new synthetic methods.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement

Required:3.2

TOEFL

Listening

Required:22

Reading

Required:22

Writing

Required:24

Speaking

Required:26

Total

Required:90

IELTS

Overall

Required:7

Prerequisites

Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry

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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)