Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan, USA
M.Sc., Ph.D.
Michigan State University has a number of faculty active in green chemistry research and education, with three winners of the Presidential Green Chemistry Award. The funded REU program specifically for sustainable chemistry shows dedication to training green chemists. With a well-funded chemistry department, recently-updated building, and a commitment to fostering diversity, MSU is a strong choice for students interested in green chemistry.
GREEN CHEMISTRY FACULTY
Prof. John Frost
Department of Chemistry
Conversion of plant biomass to safe chemical intermediates for polymer synthesis.
Prof. Robert Maleczka
Department of Chemistry
Total synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates using green strategies. Department Chair.
Prof. James (Ned) Jackson
Department of Chemistry
Renewable biofuel production via electrocatalysis, lignin studies.
Prof. Milton (Mitch) Smith
Department of Chemistry
Biodegradable polymers, energy storage, and catalysis with organoboron complexes.
This information was updated on 10 Aug 2018.