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INORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Inorganic chemistry covers a broad spectrum of synthetic materials, including atoms, molecules, coordination compounds, clusters, nanomaterials, and solid-state materials. These inorganic materials exhibit versatile catalytic, magnetic, optical, and electronic properties, which are crucial for a wide range of applications, including catalysis, energy conversion, battery development, and information technologies.

Our research programs include:

  •  Cluster Chemistry
  •  Coordination Chemistry
  •  Nanochemistry
  •  Organometallic Chemistry
  •  Solid-State Chemistry

Faculty in Inorganic Chemistry

Faculty Member Clifford Russell Bowers

Clifford Russell Bowers

Professor

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George Christou

University Distinguished Professor & Drago Chair

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Lukasz Dobrzycki

Scientist and Director of Xray Center

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Ashlyn Hale

Assistant Instructional Professor

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Faculty Member Lisa McElwee-White

Lisa McElwee-White

Colonel Allen R. and Margaret G. Crow Professor of Chemistry

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Leslie Murray

V. T. & Louise Jackson Term Professor & Director of Graduate Studies

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Keith Searles

Assistant Professor

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Daniel R. Talham

Professor

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Adam S. Veige

V.T. and Louise Jackson Professor & Inorganic Division Head

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W. David Wei

Professor

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Chenjie Zeng

Assistant Professor

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Ethan Good

Administrative Assistant

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Molecular Mania 2025

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The Center for Catalysis was founded in February 1991 by the Inorganic Division in the Department of Chemistry. It is the home for various research on chemical catalysis, including organometallic catalysis, bioinorganic catalysis, photocatalysis, and electrochemical catalysis.  

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Join us every Monday at 4:05 p.m. for the Inorganic Seminar Series at the University of Florida! Each week features engaging talks by leading researchers and UF graduate students, highlighting the latest discoveries and innovations in inorganic chemistry. The series offers a dynamic forum to explore cutting-edge science, sharpen communication skills, and connect with the broader research community. Check the semester schedule on the UF Chemistry website and be part of the conversation! 
 

Fall 2026

Sept. 8, 2026: Prof. Chenjie Zeng, UF Chemistry

Sept. 14, 2026: Prof. Gwendolyn Bailey, University of Minnesota

Sept. 8, 2026: Prof. Jim Boncella, Washington State University

Spring 2027

TBD

Chemistry Event Calendar

FIMS 2026: Oct. 23–24, 2026

Sheridan Auditorium, Scott Family Hall, UF Chemistry

FIMS is an annual symposium hosted by the Department of Chemistry and the Center for Catalysis. The symposium includes oral presentations sessions including the distinguished Drago Lecture, a poster session, and social events. Previous Drago Lecturers include Prof. Ann R. Schak (2022), Prof. Michael G. Palfreyman (2023), Drs. Stephanie Castro and Michael Wemple (2024), and Dr. Jeffrey Keaffaber (2025). The 2026 Drago Lecturer is Dr. Kevin Kolack.

FIMS 2026

CHM 6620 – Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I

CHM 6621 – Advanced Inorganic Chemistry II

CHM 6626 – Applications of Physical Methods in Inorganic Chemistry

CHM 6628– Chemistry of Solid Materials

CHM 6670 – Inorganic Biochemistry

CHM 6680 – Special Topics in Inorganic Chemistry

CHM 6690 – Inorganic Chemistry Seminar

Grad Course Catalog

CHM 3610 – Inorganic Chemistry

CHM 3610L – Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory

CHM 4611 – Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

CHM 4671 – Bioinorganic Chemistry

Undergrad Course Catalog

Recent Inorganic Chemistry News

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Prof. George Christou Awarded the 2026 Charles H. Herty Medal of the ACS Southeastern Region

Congratulations to Distinguished Prof. George Christou, who was selected to receive the 2026 Charles H. Herty Medal!

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Prof. Adam Veige wins Gator Angel Wing Award

Through the generous support of Dr. Nicholas Conti and Amy Fox Conti, this award supports bringing innovative research from the lab to the market. Read more here about Prof. Veige’s work on conductive polymers.

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Lisa McElwee-White is the 2024 Gassman Awardee

The Paul G. Gassman Distinguished Service Award recognizes Prof. McElwee-White for her many significant contributions to the ACS Division of Organic Chemistry and the organic chemistry community.  

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Breakthrough research reveals atomic precision in complex chemical reactions

Chenjie Zeng and lab demonstrate the first atomically precise chemical transformation of semiconductor nanoclusters. Click to read the CLAS News article.

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Cao group publishes in Science

Interconnected nanocrystal networks allow “the construction of functional materials with new design opportunities, ranging from semiconductors and catalysts to super-hard materials and quantum materials.” Click to read the CLAS News article.

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