News and Achievements

In this work, Iaroslav Gureev, a graduate student in Prof. Popov’s group, used computational methods to study how uranium interacts with surrounding ligands in a new series of U(III) iodide and borohydride Cp* terphenylamido complexes synthesized by another graduate student, Vincent Groner, in Prof. Boncella’s group. The study examined how uranium interacts with ligand atoms and investigated how increasing the size of the terphenyl substituents influences the effectiveness of steric protection of the uranium center.

Exploring the Surface Chemistry of Cobalt Prophyrin Complexed with Iodine Using Single Molecule Microscopy and Theory. Understanding the interactions between molecules on surfaces is crucial for advancing technologies in sensing, catalysis, and energy harvesting. In this study, we explore the complex surface chemistry resulting from the interaction of Co(II)octaethylporphyrin (CoOEP) and iodine, I2, both in […]

Newly Funded Awards and Renewals Collaboration

Welcome to a new academic year as we celebrate many accomplishments from the past year and look forward to all of the exciting activities for 2025–2026!

In fall 2025, the Department of Chemistry proudly introduced Forensic Chemistry, a dynamic new course that bridges scientific theory with real-world investigative techniques.

The winner of the Joseph B. Lambert HIST Award for Outstanding Achievement in the History of Chemistry for 2025 is Seth C. Rasmussen for his historical scholarship and revolutionary efforts to create a vibrant worldwide community of historians of chemistry.

David Max Roundhill, Kirk McMichael, and Ralph G. Yount.

Chemistry Graduate Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant Award Graduate Seminar Award In spring of 2025, Eric Jacobo (Brozik) received the Glen Crosby Outstanding Graduate Seminar Award and Brooke Bonar (Peterson) received the Harold W. Dodgen Outstanding Graduate Seminar Award. Graduate Fellowship or Scholarship

In chemistry, the “Matteson Reaction” is renowned for forming carbon–carbon bonds. At WSU, it represents something even greater—the enduring influence of Distinguished Professor Emeritus Donald S. Matteson.

Welcome Mary Fennimore, Kevin Kittilstved, Raina Kittilstved, Marina Popova, and Ivan A. Popov.

Five Washington State University Honors students were recognized with presentation awards at the annual ABRCMS conference last November.

Six competitors vied to represent the College of Arts and Sciences in the 3 Minute Thesis qualifier round on March 5th in Goertzen Hall.

As the nation renews its focus on reliable, carbon-free energy, Washington State University is leaning into its decades of nuclear expertise and reaffirming its commitment to invest in nuclear energy research, education, and infrastructure at a pivotal moment.

The path from a lab discovery to a commercialized product is often far less byzantine than faculty expect.

A team of Washington State University students is preparing to showcase a handcrafted ancient Greek sword at the Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) Bladesmithing Competition, held during the society’s annual meeting next month.

Anjali Sharma, assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry, has received two National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants totaling more than $5.2 million to develop new treatments for traumatic brain injury and corneal neovascularization.