We are seeking highly motivated students to join the lab in Fall 2027. Students are welcome to contact Dr. Daniel Nascimento to discuss research opportunities before applying to the UNCG Chemistry & Biochemistry graduate program.
Research Area 1
Organometallic Chemistry
Our research focuses on organometallic chemistry, including the design, synthesis, and characterization of metal-based complexes for applications in catalysis, small-molecule activation, and fundamental studies of structure–reactivity relationships.
Research Area 2
Photochemistry
Our group investigates how light interacts with molecules to drive chemical transformations and influence molecular behavior. We study light-induced processes to develop new catalytic methods and functional materials.
Where the two areas meet
Metallaphotoredox Catalysis
In our research, organometallic chemistry and photochemistry combine to control and enhance metal complex reactivity using light, facilitating excited-state processes for sustainable chemical synthesis.
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