Neal Mankad

Email Address: npm@uic.edu
College: Liberal Arts and Sciences Department: Chemistry
Title: Professor
Office: 4242 SES Phone: x5-4990
Webpage: mankadgroup.com
Participating in the Chancellor’s Undergraduate Research Awards program: Yes

Research Interest:
We study molecular inorganic chemistry related to catalylsis, biology, and energy storage. Most of our projects require handling chemicals under inert atmosphere without exposure to air/moisture, so significant training is required upon joining. Therefore, it is best for candidates to be earlier in their undergraduate careers.

Minimum time commitment in hours per week: 10

Qualifications of a Student:
Preferred major: Chemistry. Prerequisites: Knowledge of organic and inorganic chemistry. Minimum GPA: 3.5. Honors college students are welcome. Most of our projects require handling chemicals under inert atmosphere without exposure to air/moisture, so significant training is required upon joining. Therefore, it is best for candidates to be earlier in their undergraduate careers.

Brief Summary of what is expected from the student:
Undergraduate researchers will develop individual projects under the mentorship of both a senior graduate student or postdoctoral researcher as well as the faculty supervisor. In addition to laboratory hours, undergraduate researchers may attend regular group meetings to discuss research and learn about other ongoing projects.

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