Dr. Tong Ren

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Biography

Professor Tong Ren's research focuses on the development of conjugated organometallic coordination compounds with interesting electronic and optoelectronic properties. His early efforts concentrated on linear conjugated molecules based on diruthenium alkynyls, which are prototypes for molecular wires and switches, as well as charge injection memory devices. Recent studies have shifted towards the synthesis and application of 3d metal (Cr, Fe, Co, Ni) compounds supported by cyclam derivatives. His laboratory has made significant advances in photo-induced electron transfer processes utilizing donor-bridge-acceptor dyads and has conducted extensive research on the electrochemical reduction of CO2 using novel Ni(II) cyclam complexes. He is also exploring the coordination chemistry of Ru compounds and their potential for new applications in catalysis. His work involves innovative synthetic strategies and spectroscopy techniques to study and optimize these unique materials for practical applications.

Research Interests

Requirements for Purdue University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:14
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:18
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:88
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
35 semester hours of undergraduate chemistry Courses in General, Quantitative, Inorganic, Organic, and Physical Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores (General and Subject) are NOT considered.