d-block and f-block chemistry

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Our research program spans over several different areas. One of goals is to prepare highly efficient catalysts to accelerate chemical transformations using naturally occurring starting materials. Our strategy for catalyst design is to incorporate more than one metal centers into close proximity so that they can work on a given task as a team, similar to nature's design for many enzymes. This research holds the promise to transform the chemical, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries by enabling the use of inexpensive and environmentally friendly starting materials and by improving the efficiency of the existing industrial processes. Another goal is to develop luminescent sensors for the detection of pollutants. Knowledge gained from this research will help monitor and protect our environment.