Michael T. Wentzel

Visiting Assistant Professor

Education

• B.S., Creighton University, Chemistry and Philosophy, 2005
• M.S., University of Pennsylvania, 2007
• Ph.D., University of Minnesota, Organic Chemistry, 2011

Research Interests

• Development of new synthetic methods and reagents particularly with transition metals.
• Synthesis of biologically active natural products and exploring the applications at the interface of chemistry and biology.
• Developing industrial partnerships to collaborate on ongoing projects with organic chemistry questions.
• Developing collaborations both nationally and internationally on organic chemistry projects.

Teaching Interests

• Developing an interactive approach to teaching organic chemistry with the use of peer-led interactive discussion groups to allow for greater material retention.
• Mentoring undergraduate majors in preparation for graduate school and professional schools in both a laboratory and classroom setting.
• Developing upper-level laboratory and classroom courses focusing on group work and advanced instrumentation techniques aimed at preparing majors for careers in all chemical fields.